YSU celebrates Book Giving Day with a series of events, including book donations, discussions, and workshops A series of events dedicated to Book Giving Day was held at Yerevan State University. Bringing together students, professors, and literature enthusiasts, the university hosted book donations, literary discussions, workshops, and an exhibition of rare and antique prints, emphasizing the role of books and reading in the educational and cultural setting.
Cooperation agreement for the advancement of educational and scientific system The Rector of Yerevan State University, Hovhannes Hovhannisyan, and the Executive Director of the Transparency International Anti-Corruption Center (TIACC), Sona Ayvazyan, signed a cooperation agreement aimed at jointly contributing to the development of the educational and scientific system.
Institute of Pharmacy partners with leading research centers to develop innovative cancer treatments The Institute of Pharmacy at Yerevan State University will conduct scientific studies focused on advancing cancer treatment in collaboration with leading research institutes from several countries. These studies will be carried out within the framework of a grant provided by the European Commission.
Study by the Chair of Religious Studies: Examining the religious communities of immigrants to Armenia and how they fulfill their religious needs A research group led by Pargev Barseghyan, Head of the Chair of Religious Studies at YSU Faculty of Theology, will examine the religious life of immigrants in present-day Armenia. The study will focus on the expressions of religious life among individuals who have migrated to Armenia from various countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Syria, Russia, and Ukraine.
New culture, language, skills, and connections: YSU student shares her experience of studying in Poland Studying abroad became a significant experience for Shushan Arevshatyan, who is in her fourth year of undergraduate studies at YSU Faculty of European Languages and Communication. During the first semester of the 2024/2025 academic year, she studied at Pomeranian University (Poland), gaining new professional skills, developing independence, and embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
On the path of new discoveries: YSU PhD student Silvard Tadevosyan undergoing training in Germany Antibiotic resistance is a widespread issue both globally and in Armenia. Plants are considered a reliable source of new antibiotics. With the aim of studying the mechanisms by which plants combat resistance at the cellular level, Silvard Tadevosyan, a senior lab assistant at the Chair of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Biotechnology of YSU Faculty of Biology, and a junior researcher at the Institute of Biological Sciences, has traveled to Ruhr University Bochum (Germany) to conduct research and acquire new skills.
From tradition to innovation: How YSU scientists are transforming nanotechnology Innovative research is being conducted at Yerevan State University with the aim of developing ecologically safe nanomaterials based on biological components derived from spirulina (cyanobacteria). This study promises to uncover new opportunities in biomedicine and biotechnology.
Festive event at YSU unites knowledge and love For centuries, love has been one of the most fundamental values across different cultures and societies, inspiring people to seek beauty, kindness, and harmony. In Armenian reality, it holds a special place even within the academic and scientific environment. In this spirit, on February 14, on the eve of the Armenian holiday of love and youth, YSU hosted a vibrant and multifaceted event, bringing together students, academic and administrative staff to share their knowledge and perspectives on the role and significance of love.
Advancing international relations as a core objective Joint online meetings are becoming essential tools for establishing and developing international cooperation in education. An online meeting between YSU rector, the head of the International Cooperation Office, and the deans of the Faculties of European Languages and Communication, and International Relations with partners from the Dominican Republic marked a significant step in expanding international ties and implementing new programs.
The professor asked us to address him by his first name, and addressing certain professors by their last name was not acceptable at all: YSU student on Aalen University YSU student Roza Vardanyan is studying the operations of well-known German companies in Germany, while also seeking solutions to existing challenges in human resource management. She studied for three years in the "Public Administration" bachelor's program at YSU Faculty of International Relations and, in her fourth year, participated in the Erasmus+ program, spending six months in Germany at Aalen University to explore international practices and further enrich her knowledge.
