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Linda Shahinian and Herb Schiff
“We have supported AUA for several years, both financially and as on-site volunteers, and felt that 100 Pillars was
Read more100 Pillars of AUA: The Story of Vahe and Nora Sarkissian
To Vahe and Nora Sarkissian, the American University of Armenia (AUA) has the winning combination for success: it attracts the
Read moreYervant Chekijian
“I chose to be one of the 100 Pillars of AUA because I believe the well educated young men
Read moreEdward and Vergine Misserlian
“When AUA opened its doors we knew that correct-minded generation was going to be produced, who would be empowered
Read moreHonoring Parents with a Lasting Legacy
Honoring Parents with a Lasting Legacy Boghos and Shoghakat Kalaidjian lived their lives and raised their children based on the
Read moreIn Memory of Samuel Chekijian – AUA Pillar
The American University of Armenia is deeply saddened to announce the loss of Mr. Samuel Chekijian, a remarkable individual and philanthropist who cared deeply about the future of Armenia.
Read moreA Passion for Peace and Prosperity; Matthew Mashikian on Becoming a Pillar
In September 2015, I visited Armenia for the first time. The highlight of my stay was visiting AUA together with
Read moreAUA is a bridge between Armenia and America on many grounds—culturally, academically…Remember, your responsibility is not only to yourself and your families, but to your country.” Stepan Karamardian, co-founder of AUA, in his address to the first class of AUA students in 1991
AUA is a bridge between Armenia and America on many grounds—culturally, academically…Remember, your responsibility is not only to yourself and
Read moreLeaving a Legacy: From Founder to Pillar
“AUA is a bridge between Armenia and America on many grounds—culturally, academically…Remember, your responsibility is not only to yourself
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