United States
Sofia Gevorgian, Burbank, California
Sofia is studying Political Science and Middle Eastern Studies at UCLA. She contributes as a writer for Aleph, a journal showcasing undergraduate research, and serves as a judicial intern at the Los Angeles Superior Court. Sofia is also a researcher for the Aurora Foundation’s humanitarian program and tutors English to Korean students via Ringle.
Ellen Hovhannisyan, Laramie, Wyoming
Ellen is attending Columbia University, majoring in Political Science and Economics with a minor in Middle Eastern Studies. She is the co-founder of Gitunik, an online school for children affected by the Artsakh War. Ellen is also an Armenian language tutor, translator, and an avid cellist.
Samantha Kelejian Fresno, California
Samantha studies History and Performing Arts at UC San Diego. She volunteers at the Fresno Rescue Mission, supports Blanket Making and Bunco for Bears committees, and frequently performs the National Anthem at Armenian community events.
Susan Latchinian, Pasadena California
Susan will attend UC Davis to study Animal Science. While at Pasadena City College, she was an active member of the Armenian Students Association, helping decorate the Armenian Float. She has danced with the Nor Serount Cultural Association and volunteered at Christmas Tree Lane. Susan also worked at Hillcrest Pet Hospital, assisting with pre- and post-surgical care.
Ohan Semirjyan, Bethesda, Maryland
Ohan is pursuing Applied Mathematics and Finance at the University of Maryland. He serves as the head coach at Shnorhali School (St. Mary Armenian Church) and is treasurer of the university’s Armenian Students Association. He also participated in the university’s FIRE program (First-Year Innovation and Research Experience).
Verzhin Shagrikyan, Pasadena, California
Verzhin is studying Sociology at California State University, Los Angeles. She served as President of her high school’s Armenian Club for two years and traveled to Armenia on a mission trip to teach students from Artsakh. She also tutors in STEM subjects and works as a peer leader.
Sargis Simonyan, Yerevan, Armenia
Sargis is currently studying International Relations at Johns Hopkins University. A former board member of Georgetown University’s Armenian Students Association, he also participated in Arabic calligraphy workshops and continues to explore the cultural intersections of language and identity.
Armenia
Alek Arakelyan, Yerevan, Armenia
Narek Arakelyan, Yerevan, Armenia
Arevik Babayan, Yerevan, Armenia
Asadour Boshkeznian, Yerevan, Armenia
Garik Gasparyan, Yerevan, Armenia
Sofi Hayrapetyan, Yerevan, Armenia
Hayk Manukyan, Yerevan, Armenia