awaitingdawn: writersoul is right. The bottom line is, that Israel is safe. Things happen everywhere and you have to be diligent no matter where you are.
Hopefully, your seminary will educate you as to the proper behaviors. While I won’t go into Arab communities, I have to drive through an Arab business district. B”H, we have not had any problems. This is our Country, Hashem is with us. Be wise in what you do, but have no fear of coming here.