Samizdat literature and freedom of speech: Lecture-discussion at YSU History Museum YSU History Museum named after Professor Ludwig Gharibjanyan hosted journalist, poet, and public figure Tigran Paskevichyan, who delivered a lecture titled "The Era When Words Held Power and Worth". The event focused on Samizdat literature, which was secretly published in the USSR during the 1960s-1980s.
YSU students and cultural engagement YSU Charles Aznavour Cultural Center plays an important role in the university community; it organizes various events: concerts, stage performances, exhibitions, debates, master classes, contributing to the development of students' creative minds and expanding their skills. The cultural center is also an important platform for cultural dialogue, where students have the opportunity to learn about the cultures of different countries and exchange ideas.
Valuing literary heritage of Paruyr Sevak: Jubilee conference held at YSU YSU Faculty of Armenian Philology hosted a republican conference marking the 100th anniversary of prominent Armenian writer Paruyr Sevak. The event aimed to present Sevak’s rich literary heritage and highlight his contributions to cultural life.
Current issues in ethics and public policy at the core of course The cooperation between UCLouvain in Belgium (francophone) and Yerevan State University (YSU) has resulted in another successful initiative. As part of the Erasmus+ Teaching Mobility Program, Professor Fausto Corvino, a researcher at UCLouvain, and Levon Babajanyan, Associate Professor in the Chair of Social Philosophy, Ethics, and Aesthetics at YSU's Faculty of Philosophy and Psychology, jointly delivered a course on the ethical issues and methodology of public policy development.
The role of German in the multilingual world: Conference at YSU Yerevan State University hosted a two-day conference titled "Global Multilingualism: The Role of German in Intercultural Context". The conference aimed to present the role of the German language in today's evolving world and to create a professional community dedicated to supporting educators and linguists in developing innovative strategies and solutions that align with the modern demands of German language teaching.
Memorial stone dedicated to prominent academician Davit Sedrakyan unveiled To honor the contributions of academician Davit Sedrakyan to the field of science, a memorial stone was unveiled with the support of Yerevan State University (YSU), the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia (NAS RA), and Yerevan Municipality. Davit Sedrakyan, an esteemed astrophysicist, served as a professor at the Theoretical Physics Chair of YSU, Head of the General Physics Chair, and Vice-President of the NAS RA.
Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi awarded Honorary Doctor of YSU Yerevan State University hosted a workshop in celebration of Professional Social Worker's Day, titled "Social Work: Dedication and Collaboration". During the event, YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan awarded Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi the title of Honorary Doctor of YSU.
Solemn session marks 90th anniversary of YSU Economics and Management Faculty The YSU Faculty of Economics and Management recently celebrated its 90th anniversary and the 40th anniversary of its reopening. This event provided an opportunity to reflect on the faculty's achievements over the past century, re-evaluate its educational and scientific contributions, and honor the esteemed specialists and graduates who have dedicated considerable effort to the faculty’s development.
Celebrating United Nations Day: Panel discussion titled "Youth and Climate Change" held As part of the collaboration between Yerevan State University and UN Armenia, a panel discussion titled "Youth and Climate Change" was held to re-evaluate the role of youth in tackling climate change. The event highlighted current challenges, opportunities, and collaborative solutions.
Ministry of High-Tech Industry visits YSU: New development prospects for collaboration at the core of discussions Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, the Minister of High Tech Industry of the Republic of Armenia and a member of the university's Board of Trustees, was hosted at Yerevan State University. During his visit, he toured the Institutes of Pharmacy and Physics, as well as the Faculty of Chemistry. He visited laboratories equipped with modern devices and auditoriums that have been renovated with contemporary solutions. Additionally, he learned about ongoing scientific projects and innovations.
