Canadian Friends Of JCT Chair Larry Krauss Awarded Honorary Fellowship

Larry and his wife Sarah, on behalf of the Krauss Family Charitable Trust announced that the Trust would be making a seven-figure gift to the capital campaign for the future Tal Campus. The Tal Campus, a $120MM project, will be the new permanent home for thousands of JCT’s women students, which will provide them with increased opportunities to pursue higher education and attain quality employment in scientific and high-tech industries while remaining true to their religious identity.

Long before his career in real estate and venture capital, Krauss studied biochemistry at the University of Toronto before earning his Juris Doctor and Masters of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. He also studied at JCT. Today, his support for the College brings his passions and experience full circle. The Terracap Group’s venture capital division, Terracap Ventures, has invested in more than 45 start-ups, including some which have been launched by JCT students.

“It’s important for me that JCT educates students who would otherwise not have an exposure to advanced science”, said Krauss, citing as an example “those from the Haredi community — and enables them to become computer engineers, electro-optical engineers, and medical and other professionals who are able to advance the interests of the State of Israel and the well-being of their community, while still ensuring that their connection to Judaism and Torah continues to flourish. It has been tremendously fulfilling to serve as Chair of CFJCT and see so many students benefit from JCT’s mission. I am humbled to receive this honor from the College.”