Impact

Our Students

BSN Students’ Capstone Projects Address Healthcare Challenges in Armenia

The research process involved conducting an extensive environmental scan to understand the significance of each issue.

Nursing Conference Promotes Evidence-Based Practice

Themes covered during the conference included Nursing Leadership, Management and Professional Identity.

Student Journeys: Bridging Sociology and Computer Science to Solve Real-World Problems

Currently, Mariam is working on her capstone research.

CHSS Hosts Student Conference on Social Research

A distinctive feature of the conference was its student-led format.

Theory Meets Reality: Capstone Consulting Prepares the Next Generation of Business Leaders

The bridge between academic theory and real-world execution is rarely a straight line.

General Education Wins Third Annual Tournament of Minds

The third annual Tournament of Minds was held at AUA.

Student Journeys: Believing in the Power of Everyday Advocacy

Ozheni Avetisyan (MAHRSJ ’26) is a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Human Rights and Social Justice program.

Student Journeys: Reimagining the Legal Framework

Nahapet Sukiasyan is a practicing attorney in Armenia and a graduate student in LL.M.

BSN Students Conduct Clinical Visits at Medical Centers

During the visits, students observed patients across various age groups.

Student Journeys: Moving Toward a Future in the Public Sector

Eva Baghdasaryan is a senior student at the Master of Public Affairs program.

Our Alumni

AUA Alumni Reunite for Panel Discussion on the Armenian Genocide

Speakers addressed the questions that still demand attention, why the topic continues to matter 111 years later.

AUA alumna and current adjunct lecturer Sona Gevorgyan (BAEC ’23) was featured on Public Radio of Armenia to share her experience as a Fulbright scholarship recipient. /ARM/

ArmRadio

AUA Alumni Reconnect for TRIPP Panel Discussion

The event brought together over 70 alumni from different programs and generations.

Vahe Baghdasaryan (BAB ’23, MSE ’24) Marking a Milestone: AUA’s 100th ChangeMaker Joins the Campaign

Vahe shared what inspired him to join the 200 ChangeMakers campaign.

AUA Alumnus Admitted to Harvard Law School

In a conversation with him, Ashot shared what motivated him to pursue law school.

Karine Beglaryan (BSCS ’24): ‘This Scholarship Made My Dreams Come True’

Reflecting on her journey, Karine expresses profound gratitude for the scholarship she received.

Four Paths, Shared Purpose: Class of ’93 Reunites to Join the Changemakers Campaign

Looking back, the alumni agree that AUA gave them more than a degree.

CTr Alumnus Publishes Armenian Translation of Kolya Stepanyan’s Where

For Manvelyan, the project was far more than a linguistic exercise.

From Army Service to Aircraft Design: Yeghishe Mikayelyan’s (BSES ’24) Journey Fueled by Support

This story is part of the “Scholarship Stories: Where Are They Now?” series.

Hrach Sargsyan’s (LL.M. ’24) Career Focused on Justice and Public Service

This story is part of the “Scholarship Stories: Where Are They Now?” series.

Hovhannes Dashtoyan (MBA ’25): A Journey of Innovation and Continuous Learning

Participant in the 2020 44-Day War Recipient of the Henry Sahakian Memorial Endowed Scholarship; Rafi and Edna Ghazarian Endowed Scholarship; and the Harry Bronozian Endowed Scholarship Hovhannes Dashtoyan (MBA ’25) earned his bachelor’s degree in the field of electronics and microelectronics at the National Polytechnic University of Armenia. Later, he completed his first master’s degree […]

Sofi Abrahamyan (MAIRD ’25): Empowering the Women of Artsakh

M.A. in International Relations and Diplomacy ’25
Manoogian Simone Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Sofi Abrahamyan (MAIRD ’25) hails from Stepanakert, Artsakh and is majoring in the Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy (MAIRD) program at AUA. Personally impacted by the aftermath of the 2020 44-Day War, Abrahamyan decided to enroll in the newly launched MAIRD program and build diplomatic bridges between Armenia and the world.

Anahit Yeghiazaryan, B.S. in Data Science ‘26

Zabelle Crosson Scholarship Recipient
Anahit applied to AUA to study data science, as it is a discipline that can be applied to many fields. Growing up in a family of scientists, she was encouraged to take her path of choice in the sciences, which proved difficult to choose.

Anush Arakelyan, B.S. in Computer Science ‘26

Isabelle Aranosian Hodgson Foundation of 2015 Scholarship Recipient
Anush Arakelyan applied to AUA because of its advanced program in computer science and access to resources and opportunities in the field...

Hovik Voskanyan, B.S. in Data Science ‘25

Veteran, Participant in the 2020 Artsakh War
The Mgrublian Family Endowed Scholarship Recipient
I chose to study at AUA because in high school, I already knew my career path. My first choice was programming, but I later learned about data science...

“Although time has passed, we never forgot the role AUA played in our lives. Just like others who supported AUA in the mid 1990s and enabled us to study here and build our careers, we decided to give back to AUA and establish a scholarship in order to express our gratitude and help other students to have this valuable and life-changing experience. It is such a good feeling to give back, to be a part of something so vitally important, once as a student beneficiary and now as a supporter of another student.”

Sona Petrosyan (MBA ‘97)
Co-founder and Board Member of My Way Socio-Rehabilitation Day Care Center; Board Member of the Autism National Foundation

Hayk Martirosyan (MS EE ‘97)
General Director of IKO Machinery

Anahit Bagiryan (BA E&C ‘22)
Recipient of the Hayk Martirosyan & Sona Petrosyan Scholarship
“I am very grateful to Hayk and Sona. They are role models that we should all look up to, especially since they are AUA alumni. Their generosity inspires me to find a way of helping others one day.”

Edita Gzoyan: Preserving the Memory of the Armenian Genocide

Edita Gzoyan (LL.M. ’12) earned her master’s degree from the Master of Laws (LL.M.) program at AUA in 2012. With a background in law, history, and international relations, Gzoyan aimed to expand her knowledge in law and acquire a Western-style education through AUA.

Empowering Education: Martin Mirakyan’s (BSCS ’19) Journey to Founding Profound Academy

YEREVAN, Armenia — Martin Mirakyan (BSCS ’19) is an alumnus of the American University of Armenia (AUA) Zaven P. and Sonia Akian College of Science and Engineering (CSE) who graduated with his bachelor of science in computer science in 2019. Now the founder of Profound Academy, Mirakyan went on a journey from student to entrepreneur that underscores […]

AUA Alumna Karine Sarkissian (MBA ‘93) Appointed CEO of Insurance Foundation for Servicemen

Karine Sarkissian (MBA ‘93), one of our cherished alumni from the American University of Armenia’s (AUA) first graduating class, was recently hired as the Chief Executive Officer of the Insurance Foundation for Servicemen, commonly known as the 1000plus.am organization. An accomplished alumna, Sarkissian has celebrated a rich career filled with milestones, all of which […]

Vahe Kuzoyan

“When we opened up our office in Armenia a couple of years ago, I didn’t really know what to expect. Since opening up the office, we’ve hired a big chunk of our team from AUA, whether in the form of new graduates or alumni. And I’ve just been blown away at the quality of […]

Artavazd Minasyan

“One of the primary reasons for my success was my knowledge of American business management and culture, which I got from AUA. Besides knowledge within my discipline at AUA, I also gained soft skills that allowed me to collaborate and work with people from different backgrounds and cultures.” Artavazd Minasyan Co-Founder, Krisp (MBA ‘12) […]

Tigran Nazaryan

“AUA Alumni have time and again demonstrated innovative problem solving, excellent communication and a solid technical foundation. Their contributions to the product continue to be recognized by our management team.” Tigran Nazaryan Director of Operations, VMware Armenia

Ashot Hovanesian

“Employing AUA alumni has been a great addition to Synergy’s team. What truly distinguishes them is their ability to adapt to the ever-changing and evolving world of modern technologies and communications. They perform well in a multicultural environment, are skilled, knowledgeable and have a great work ethic. We look forward to hiring more talents from […]