Key issues in contemporary Armenian linguistics: From Hrachya Acharyan's scholarly legacy to new prospects for language digitization An international conference dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of Hrachya Acharyan, a distinguished Armenologist, linguist, scholar and academician, has opened at Yerevan State University. The event is jointly organized by the YSU Faculty of Armenian Philology and the Armenian Language Research Laboratory. The three-day conference has brought together scholars from Armenian studies centers in Armenia and abroad to discuss and reassess Acharyan's extensive scholarly legacy, highlighting innovative research in contemporary Armenian linguistics, scientific discoveries and prospects for digitizing linguistic data.
From language change to artificial intelligence: YSU conference explores contemporary Russian studies Traditional linguistic and literary studies remain important, but new fields are developing rapidly alongside them, including digital linguistics, media discourse, artificial intelligence, intercultural communication and new educational technologies. A conference at Yerevan State University, bringing together tradition, innovation and interdisciplinary dialogue, has gathered scholars, lecturers, researchers, early-career academics and students from different countries to examine pressing issues in contemporary Russian studies.
Armenia proves a land of discovery for German student When German student Maximilian Lazaridis first visited Armenia as a tourist in 2024, he had no idea that just a year later he would be studying at Yerevan State University. But Armenia left such a strong impression on him that when the opportunity to study abroad arose, the choice was obvious.
Third international conference on transformative economy opens at YSU What happens when green technologies, the digital revolution and leading experts in the field come together on one platform? The answer is taking shape at the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management, where leading researchers, experts, and policymakers from around the world are discussing pressing economic issues during a three-day conference.
From education to labor market: student's perspective on professional development opportunities One of the key challenges facing higher education today is connecting students' knowledge with the labor market demands. University-employer cooperation, career guidance initiatives, non-formal education, volunteering and project work can play an important role in students' professional development and future careers. We discussed these topics with student Ariana Petrosyan from the "Service" educational program at the YSU Faculty of Geography and Geology.
Young researchers from around the world on one platform: YSU SSS international conference opens The 12th International Youth Conference of the YSU Student Scientific Society (SSS), dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia, has opened. The conference has brought together young researchers from Armenia and beyond to present their research, take part in professional discussions and establish new academic connections.
Hungarian Embassy representatives meet with YSU students A new chapter in diplomatic relations, lessons from the 1956 revolution and an introduction to Hungarian culture were in focus at the YSU Faculty of International Relations, which hosted a delegation from the Embassy of Hungary in Armenia. Embassy representatives introduced students not only to bilateral educational opportunities but also to details of key historical events.
YSU brings young geologists together again as second phase of Young Geologist School begins The second phase of the Young Geologist School has begun as part of cooperation between the YSU Faculty of Geography and Geology and the Kapan Mining and Processing Company. Over the next 11 weeks, 63 school students from different regions of Armenia will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of geology, develop practical skills, explore different areas of the profession, take part in field trips, and engage in educational and hands-on activities.
Researchers in mathematics, computer science and AI gather at YSU The international conference "Applied Mathematics, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence-2026" has opened at Yerevan State University, bringing together discussions on current research and applied challenges in these fields.
From knowledge to thinking: YSU associate professor on art of teaching For Gor Aleksanyan, Associate Professor at the Chair of Service of YSU Faculty of Geography and Geology and winner of the social sciences category of YSU's annual Teaching Excellence Award, teaching is not simply a process of transferring knowledge. It is also an opportunity to learn and develop continuously. He has been part of the university's academic environment since his fourth year of study and has worked as a lecturer since 2012. Gor Aleksanyan's professional path has been built around one central idea: sharing knowledge with students.
