Shakespeare's works in modern context: International conference at YSU YSU hosted Shakespeare scholars from around the world for the international conference "Shakespeare on Tyranny and the Abuse of Power: Then, Now, and Tomorrow". The event was organized by the Chair of Foreign Literature in collaboration with the Armenian Shakespeare Association.
YSU participates in Science Week Festival From October 1 to 6, the Science Week Festival took place in Freedom Square, with Yerevan State University actively participating. Faculty members and representatives from the Physics and Pharmacy Institutes, Biology and Chemistry Faculties, STEM High School, and the Marketing Department shared insights on the importance of science and innovations in the field.
Insights from foreign specialists on current psychological issues As part of the Erasmus+ Teaching Mobility Programme, YSU Faculty of Philosophy and Psychology hosted a series of lectures titled "Organizational Diagnosis, Consumer Behavior and the Psychology of Decision-Making". The program was implemented by specialists from both YSU and Aalen University (Germany).
The importance of institutional research in strategic planning: Training course and workshop in Oldenburg The YSU delegation participated in a training course and workshop at the University of Oldenburg, Germany, as part of the "KPI4HE" project. This initiative provided an opportunity to gain insights into the importance of institutional research in the strategic planning processes of EU universities, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of key performance indicators within higher education institutions.
Enhancing collaboration with UCLouvain through effective joint programs Yerevan State University and the UCLouvain collaborate under the Erasmus+ Teaching Mobility Programme. Both institutions have engaged in various initiatives, including reciprocal visits and lectures, which have strengthened their academic ties. The fourth joint program has recently launched at the YSU Faculty of Philosophy and Psychology.
YSU, Territorial Administration Ministry, ZCMC to collaborate on joint geology projects Yerevan State University (YSU), RA Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure and Zangezur Copper Molybdenum Combine (ZCMC) signed a tripartite memorandum. The document was signed by YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructures Gnel Sanosyan and General Director of ZCMC Roman Khudoliy. The parties agreed to collaborate on joint projects in geology, mining, mine exploitation, mining metallurgy, hydrogeology and other related fields.
YSU associate professor's research addresses environmental challenges in food system Associate Professor, Ph.D. Vardan Aleksanyan, Deputy Dean of the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management, has focused his research on the significant environmental challenges faced by the food system in recent years. In the context of the circular economy, he has identified potential solutions and proposed strategies to address these issues. The findings of his research are detailed in a scientific article published in the esteemed "International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology" (Scopus Q1).
Newly elected president of YSU Student Council on work activities and future plans Hasmik Apreyan, the newly elected president of the YSU Student Council, is currently in her first year of the "Ethics" master's program at the YSU Faculty of Philosophy and Psychology. We spoke with her about the functions of the YSU Student Council, her vision for new initiatives, and her plans for the future.
New development opportunities in mining sector: letter of intent signed Today, YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan and Sasun Avetisyan, General Director of Kapan Mining and Processing Combine CJSC, signed a letter of intent to cooperate in the preparing, training, and qualification upgrading of professionals in geology, hydrogeology, mining, metallurgy, and related fields. This partnership will also encompass scientific research and other initiatives.
Strengthening cooperation between YSU and University of Malta As part of the Erasmus+ Program, Justin Chircop, a lecturer at the Faculty of Economics, Management & Accountancy at the University of Malta, delivered an engaging lecture titled "Share-Based Payments".
