International Walking Day at the Technion: Hundreds of Participants, Three Routes, One Community
Hundreds of members of the Technion community, along with residents of Haifa and the surrounding area, took part last Friday in International Walking Day, held in this format for the first time at the Technion under the banner of “Walking at the Technion.”
The event, held on the Technion’s Neve Sha’anan campus, brought together residents of all ages and members of the Technion community, turning the campus paths into a space for exercise, encounters, and connection.
Participants could choose from three routes suited to different fitness levels and preferences: an accessible family route, a route for experienced walkers, and a running route. The Technion running team also joined in, wearing special singlets bearing the slogan “Connecting Paths” and bringing sporting spirit and team pride to the event.
Afterward, participants gathered on the lawn outside the Student Union Building to enjoy a yoga workshop, mats and beanbags, soft-serve ice cream, and relaxing music. Beyond encouraging physical activity, the event reflected the connection between the Technion and its surrounding community. For one day, the campus paths became a meeting place for families, children, students, faculty members, and residents, who came not only to walk or run but also to spend time together, because sometimes all it takes to connect is to set out on a shared journey.
Technion Executive Vice President and Director General Dr. Rafi Aviram welcomed participants and emphasized the importance of spending time in nature for mental and physical health. He also highlighted the collaboration between the Technion administration and the Haifa Municipality to connect the campus with the surrounding area and the fabric of city life.
Orly Mulla, Director of the Technion Sustainability Front, added: “The campus walking trails are open throughout the year. There’s no need to wait for International Walking Day to come and enjoy this local natural resource. With this in mind, we launched the Technion’s Connecting Paths project, which offers six different walking routes on campus.”
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