President of House of Representatives of Cyprus Annita Demetriou visits YSU A delegation headed by the President of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou, was hosted at Yerevan State University. The president of the House of Representatives first met with YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisya, during which she was introduced to the university’s academic and research capacities. Following this, the president held an engaging discussion with the students.
Professor’s assistant as a communicative bridge between student and lecturer: A story of academic innovation What kind of collaborative relationship can a young researcher establish with an experienced professor? How can lecturers find time for research alongside teaching? And what changes can take place when academic support replaces traditional hierarchy? These and several other questions were discussed in our interview with Anna Margaryan, Doctor of Law and Professor, Head of the Chair of Criminal Law at YSU Faculty of Law, and Gevorg Barseghyan, lecturer and Professor’s Assistant at the same chair.
Valuing legacy, fostering partnerships, opening new horizons: YSU concludes inaugural Alumni Forum Yerevan State University marked a historic milestone on May 15–16 with its first-ever Alumni Forum—an unprecedented event in the university’s history. The gathering reaffirmed the enduring and unifying spirit of the university, bringing together alumni across disciplines, generations, and borders. The second day of the forum featured keynote addresses from distinguished graduates, a summary of the forum’s outcomes, and a ceremonial presentation of the YSU Alumni Excellence Awards.
Prominent YSU alumni address sector challenges and offer solutions YSU Alumni Forum continued with a series of talks by prominent alumni, marking the start of its second day. The speakers addressed a wide range of topics—from mining to artificial intelligence.
YSU Alumni Forum: The university addresses local and global challenges As part of the ongoing alumni forum at YSU, the university has become a dynamic platform for the exchange of knowledge and the development of ideas on pressing contemporary issues. Through a series of events held in various formats, alumni come together to reflect on their shared experiences while engaging in meaningful discussions. These conversations, hosted in multiple sections across the university's halls, highlight the vibrant and evolving nature of academic thought, with a focus on responding to both local and global challenges. Topics under consideration include environmental concerns, economic developments, cultural identity, and emerging technologies.
Homecoming to the university: YSU hosts its first-ever alumni forum Yerevan State University has officially launched the first-ever YSU Alumni Forum. This two-day event holds historical significance for the university community, as it marks the creation of a new platform for communication and collaboration among YSU graduates from various years.
Meeting with fairy tale scholar, translator, Professor Alvard Jivanyan at YSU Meeting with fairy tale scholar, translator, Professor Alvard Jivanyan at YSU How does the magical library of Hogwarts blend with the atmosphere of a real library? What is the linguistic world of Harry Potter like when attempting to present it to an Armenian audience? These and other fascinating questions were discussed at a meeting held in YSU Library named after Sarkis and Marie Izmirlian, where the guest was fairy tale scholar Alvard Jivanyan, Doctor of Philological Sciences, and Professor. The meeting, titled "In the Hogwarts Bookstore or Around the World’s Libraries," brought together perspectives on the book as a translation challenge, the library as a cultural space, and the magical novel as a multi-layered literary creation.
"Reading the Works of Matevosyan-5" conference reflects on literary legacy of the renowned writer Yerevan State University hosted a republican conference titled "Reading the Works of Matevosyan-5," dedicated to the 90th anniversary of Armenian prose writer and renowned author Hrant Matevosyan. During the conference, participants delivered speeches and presented scientific reports, discussing the author's literary heritage and emphasizing the relevance of his works, while reassessing his unique role and contributions.
Being a university member is a value system - Director of YSU Institute of Physics Khachatur Nerkararyan The Director of YSU Institute of Physics, Khachatur Nerkararyan, emphasizes the importance of maintaining stable and lasting ties with alumni—not merely as a means to relive memories, but as a foundation for mutual support and partnership. He believes that the value system inherent in being a university member can serve as a guarantee for the "reinvigoration" of public life.
Being part of a university forms a part of our identity – YSU Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Elina Asriyan The university-alumni connection is not only a crucial factor in the long-term success of higher education institutions but also a key driver of the quality and advancement of educational programs. For decades, Yerevan State University has been committed to not only training and producing experts across various fields but also to fostering strong connections with its alumni. In an interview with Elina Asriyan, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at YSU, we explored the significance of this enduring bond.
