As I enter my fourth year at UCI, my life can not possibly be more hectic than ever. I am packed with classes, trying to finish my double major requirements for Chemistry and Biology. I am busy studying for the MCAT, volunteering at clinics and hospitals and shadowing doctors. With this and trying to keep in touch with my friends and family, I had my doubts last year about running…
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USC & CSUN Present UNTAMED Halloween Bash
For the past several years, the Armenian Student Associations of the Los Angeles area universities have come together during Halloween to throw one of the best parties. This year, USC and CSUN ASA present UNTAMED Halloween Bash. The event will be located at Joseph’s in Hollywood. This nightclub has hosted numerous celebrities and is home to a rich and vibrant environment. With a three section layout this venue provides the…
UCLA ASA Kickoff BBQ
UCLA ASA kick started Fall Quarter with our annual BBQ at Sunset Recreation Center. New and old members came together for a night of great food, dancing, and games. As our members enjoyed xorovats, hummus, and lavash they met new people and created new friendships. We ended the event with celebrating the birthday of our ASA President Mikael. We hope to host another BBQ at the beginning of Winter quarter…
Fresno State University to Break Ground for Armenian Genocide Monument
“Built from béton brut (architectural concrete) and tufa stones, the monument will embody symbols of cultural meaning to the Armenian people. Its principal components will be arranged in a circular pattern and angled inwards, reminiscent of the Tzitzernagapert Armenian Martyrs Monument in Armenia.” Click here for more information: Link!
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UCI ASA Launches Initiative To Assist Schools in Armenia! (Article Link)
Armenians and Progressive Politics | Armenian – Turkish Relations: The Road to Justice
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation “Shant” Student Association hosted the upcoming Armenians and Progressive Politics conference titled “Armenian-Turkish Relations: The Road to Justice” on October 3-4, 2014 at Occidental College in Eagle Rock. This year’s conference focussed on domestic social movements in Turkey, reconciliation groups, reparations, and the possibilities for future developments in Armenian-Turkish relations. Friday Opening Night Plenary– beginning at 7 PM Roots, Grassroots, and the Road to Justice: Activism…
Path to College Educational Workshop (co-sponser: ANCA Crescenta Valley Chapter)
On Saturday September 27th, 2014, members of All-ASA and AEΩ were invited the ANCA Crescenta Valley Chapter to participate as a panel for their Path to College Educational Workshop. The event was held at the La Cañada Library and open to the public for local high school students and their parents. Other events at the workshop included guest speakers that educated the audience on applying to the Universities of California,…
2014-2015 All-ASA First GBM
This year’s first General Body Meeting was hosted for the first time by Occidental College on September 14, 2014. Students from all 14 of our branching colleges and organizations gathered for a great start of the school year. This year’s executive members introduced themselves as follows: Chair – Emil Gorgoyan Vice-Chair – Biayna Ayvazian Treasurer – Anna Kupchyan Secretary – Haykanush Avetisyan Director of Community Outreach – Nare Kupelian…
2014 ALL-ASA Games at UC Santa Barbara
The ALL-ASA Games was hosted by UC Santa Barbara featuring tournaments of soccer and basketball with more than 10 ASA campuses and other organizations. Event was held from Saturday, May 24 to Sunday, May 25 (Memorial Day Weekend).
Genocide Recognition Week
ASAs from campuses of CPP, CPP, UCR, OXY, Pepperdine, UCI, UCSB, CSUN, UCSD, USC, GCC, UCR, UCLA, and UCB held various events for Genocide Recognition in the week of April 24th, 2014. Picture above is an event organized by Cal Poly Pomona’s ASA & AEO featuring Tsitsernakaberd monuments built and organized by the brothers of Alpha Epsilon Omega (The Armenian Fraternity). Tsisternakaberd is Armenia’s official memorial dedicated to the victims…