"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.
I would advise my colleagues living abroad to work at YSU: lecturer from Germany Johannes Gereons, who came to Armenia from Germany, has been teaching since 2024 in the Chair of German Philology at YSU Faculty of European Languages and Communication. Fluent in several languages—including German, English, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, and Arabic— Gereons focuses much of his teaching on developing students' verbal communication skills. He emphasizes that mastering a foreign language is impossible without regular self-study and consistent review of previously learned material.
Scientific event "Reporting Conference-2025" launched at YSU The scientific event "Reporting Conference – 2025" commenced at YSU Academic Council Session Hall, once again bringing together the university's scientific potential in a now-traditional format. The conference aims to summarize the scientific activities and future plans of the university's various departments.
Development of new materials for chiral separation and purification processes Lusine Hayrapetyan, a young researcher at Yerevan State University, along with her research team, is working on the development of new materials that can be effectively applied in chiral separation and purification processes. She emphasizes that in certain medications, one of the chiral forms may treat the disease, while the other may be ineffective or even harmful. Currently, the scientific team is focused on developing a silica gel-based sorbent with the aim of ensuring efficient chiral separation.
Biodiversity and climate challenges: YSU at the crossroads of scientific cooperation Through the joint initiative of YSU Faculty of Biology and the Scientific Center of Zoology and Hydroecology of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia, an international conference titled "Biodiversity, Conservation, and Climate Change" is being held, bringing together more than 100 leading specialists from Armenia, Europe, Arab countries, and South Asia, while also serving as a broad platform for cooperation. The purpose of the conference is not only to present current scientific work in the field but also to promote international cooperation and develop joint solutions to the threats facing biodiversity under climate change conditions.
"One must have genuine interest in learning and also self-actualize outside the academic environment": YSU student on studying abroad Anna Temuryan, a third-year student at YSU Faculty of International Relations, is currently continuing her studies at the Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po) in France through the Erasmus+ program. She notes that besides its main campus in Paris, the institute has regional branches in other cities across France, each specializing in different geographical regions such as Asia, Africa, Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and others.
Focusing on beneficiary voices in social work: University of Bern professor presents at YSU Professor Emanuela Chiapparini of the University of Bern (Switzerland) delivered a lecture at YSU Faculty of Sociology titled "Involving Beneficiaries in Social Work", presenting globally emerging approaches. According to Professor Chiapparini, social work should be grounded not only in the provision of support but also in making the voices of beneficiaries heard.
YSU Law Faculty team wins inter-university commercial arbitration moot court YSU Faculty of Law students achieved remarkable success at the 11th ADR Inter-University Moot Court Competition, securing victory in the final stages and receiving multiple awards, including in the categories of "Best Written Submission" and "Best Oralist."
