Writing means noticing: YSU lecturer and writer Gevorg Sahakyan on literature and life YSU Faculty of Oriental Studies lecturer and writer Gevorg Sahakyan, who writes under the pen name Jesah, has received the YSU Alumni Excellence Award for his creative achievements and for representing the university on international platforms. The award was an opportunity to speak with him about writing, teaching, literary identity, and reading.
Development of micro-credentials in Armenia and Georgia takes center stage at Micro-GEAR project's final conference The final conference of the European Union-funded Micro-credentials in the Higher Education Systems of Armenia and Georgia (Micro-GEAR) project was held at Georgian Technical University, where participants reviewed the project's results and discussed prospects for introducing and further developing micro-credentials in the two countries.
Peter Nijkamp on Armenia's potential and scientific collaboration with YSU "Armenia is a small country, but it can serve as an example for many others," says economist Peter Nijkamp. Speaking about his collaboration with the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management, the International Conference "Transforming Economy," and Armenia's opportunities in a changing world, he emphasizes the importance of joint work among researchers from different countries and the development of new ideas.
YSU and UNICEF discuss prospects for expanding cooperation YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan met with a delegation led by Ghassan Khalil, UNICEF Representative in Armenia. The discussions focused on expanding international cooperation and advancing education and research on children's rights, including the possibility of establishing a child rights center at YSU and implementing joint international initiatives.
Iranian historian Ali Kalirad on Armenia, Iran and shared history The sound of the duduk, an Armenian church or a newspaper printed in Armenian can open a window into a people's history. For Iranian historian and professor Ali Kalirad, encounters like these sparked an early curiosity about Armenia and the Caucasus, which eventually developed into an area of academic research.
Nature's pharmacological potential covered in Professor Ara Kirakosyan's lecture at YSU Traditional approaches to drug discovery need to be reconsidered. What are the limitations of the "one drug, one target" concept, and how do plants defend themselves against pathogenic microorganisms? These questions and other unexplored aspects of natural pharmacology were addressed by scientist Ara Kirakosyan, Chief Science Officer at US-based Pure Green Pharmaceuticals, during a lecture at the YSU Faculty of Biology.
"Learn & Work: YSU Expo-2026" concludes with certificates awarded to volunteers Behind the success of major events are often people whose work goes unseen. They turn ideas into reality, ensure events run smoothly, and quietly handle countless organizational tasks. At Yerevan State University, these people took center stage as the organizing team and volunteers of "Learn & Work: YSU Expo-2026" were recognized for their contributions.
When peace speaks the language of science November 10 marks World Science Day for Peace and Development, which celebrates the 25th anniversary of its proclamation this year. This year's theme, declared by UNESCO, Common ground through science diplomacy, highlights science's role in strengthening peace, promoting sustainable development and ensuring global well-being.
Wizz Air representative discusses aviation career opportunities with YSU students Connections established during the "Learn & Work" Expo are now leading to practical opportunities. Today, at the initiative of the YSU Faculty of Geography and Geology, an informational and career-oriented meeting was held with Nino Gikoshvili, a representative of Wizz Air's Cabin Crew Recruitment Department.
YSU launches ArcGIS Desktop training course for Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body staff Modern environmental protection and oversight of subsoil use increasingly rely on accurate digital data and spatial analysis. To support these efforts, the YSU Faculty of Geography and Geology has launched a specialized training course on the ArcGIS Desktop software for specialists from Armenia's Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body.
