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Special Issue Inspirit Issue No 21 – Spring 2011
55 Years of Truthful Service
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Inspirit • Issue No 21 – Spring 2011
President Haidostian’s
Visit to the UK & USA
ROeception in the St. Sarkis Church
n Monday, April 11, 2011, a reception was held at
the Gulbenkian Hall of St. Sarkis Church, London, in honor of the Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian. The event was hosted by the Primate of the Armenian Church in the UK as part of the Continuing Education Ministry (CEM). President Haidostian talked about the history, challenges and future programs of Haigazian University.
Lecture in Clark University of WTorcester, MA
he Clark University Strassler Center for Holocaust
and Genocide Studies hosted a lecture by Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian entitled “The American Missionaries and the Armenian Genocide: How to Assess their Ministry?” on April 14, 2011 in Tilton Hall, Higgins University Center. He also met with the director of the Strassler Center. Further, he took part in many other events in the area.
Contents
President’s Visit 2 Special Events at HU 3 Miscellaneous News 4 Book Launchings 6 Matossian Art Gallery Exhibitions 7 HU 55th Anniversary Events 8 Lectures at HU 12 Visitors at HU 13 Faculty & Staff News 14 Student News 18
Editorial Team
Vartoug Balekjian
President’s Secretary
Mira Yardemian
Director of Public Relations
Rev. Greg Lee-Parker
Campus Minister
Photographers
Haigazian University staff Mr. Raffi Berberian Mr. Mahmoud Kheir Ms. Garin Haidostian Ms. Liana Ghazarossian
Date of issue: July 2011
Special Events at HU
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Installing the Cedar 4 in the Mugar Garden
Haigazian Rocket Society
On Tuesday, February 22, 2011, the replica sculpture of Cedar 4 was installed in the Mugar Garden of Haigazian University, in tribute to the 50th Anniversary of the Haigazian Rocket Society, and in conjunction with the documentary film being directed by Joana Hadjithomas and Khalil Joreige, which examines the Lebanese Rocket Society and its contribution to science.
Cedar 4, was a three stage rocket that was launched on November 21, 1963, reaching an altitude of 200 km and covering a distance of 600 km.
After unveiling the sculpture, in the presence of students, faculty, staff and journalists, President of Haigazian University, Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian, offered a short speech. In their turn, both Directors Hadji- thomas and Joreige shared with the audience their vision and said that it represents their faith in science and research.
Haigazian University Founder’s Day and Outdoors Event
On Friday, October 22, 2010, Haigazian University celebrated Founder’s Day in a festive mood, combining the occasion with an outdoor event that featured shows, music, food and competitions.
After the Lebanese national anthem, the university Alma Mater and a prayer by the campus minister, Rev.
Greg Lee-Parker, President Haidostian welcomed every- one and thanked God for fifty-five fruitful years. He urged the students to search for the “quality of life” in this academic year at Haigazian.
Then the 2010 Student of the Year, Garo Agopian fondly remembered his four-year journey at Haigazian and expressed his gratitude to the University. Student Life Director, Antranig Dakessian thanked all those who worked hard on this outdoor event.
Many student clubs had their own booths. Books, chocolate and olive oil where among the things for sale. The evening concluded with music and dance.
Founder’s Day
One of the eating contests
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Haigazian University organizes a Pilgrimage to Historic Aintoura
In collaboration with Missak Keleshian (an indepen- dent researcher of historical archives), Haigazian University organized a pilgrimage-trip on December 5, 2010 to the Saint Joseph College of Aintoura, (Keserouan) north of Beirut, to visit the site of the orphanage that kept around 1,000 Armenian orphans during the WWI, in miserable conditions.
Joining HU’s caravan of buses and cars at three designated centers, more than 150 participants headed to Aintoura , where Mr. Missak Keleshian described (with visual presentations) how the orphans lived in the different sections of the orphanage.
The last stage of the tour was the touching visit to the graveyard. The march to the site was accompanied with the melody of the Armenian doudoug, played by Hagop and Sero Kelougian. There, all the participants placed white roses on a tomb or in the lap of the statue, and in front of the stone cross. The event was culminated with a biblical message and a prayer by President Haidostian, followed by the “Der Voghormia” hymn, sung by Sevan Palandjian, a deacon of the Armenian Apostolic Church of Baghdad, and currently a student at HU.
Mr. Missak Keleshian, talking on the orphanage
A child places his white rose on the tombstone
Armenian Genocide Commemoration
On Monday, April 25, 2011, Haigazian University commemorated the 96th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide through poetry, narrative and music at the First Armenian Evangelical Church in Kantari, Beirut.
The prominent participants invited to read these passages came from various walks of life, including H.E. Mr. Ashod Kotcharian, the Armenian Ambassador, Mr. Mohammad El Sammak, Secretary General of the Christian-Muslim Committee for Dialogue, and Secretary General of the Islamic Spiritual Summit in Lebanon; Father Marwan Tabet, Secretary General of the Catholic Schools in Lebanon; Maestro Dr. Harout
Fazlian, Conductor of the Lebanese Philharmonic Orchestra; Mr. Wael Kheir, lecturer on International Law and Human Rights; Ms. Sarah Adams, the representative of the Mennonite Central Committee for Lebanon & Syria; Mrs. Carmen Labaki Kadian, movie director and producer; and Ms. Dima Matta, a Haigazian University graduate.
The poignant musical pieces selected for this sol- emn occasion were performed by the Ethno Vocal Trio of Armenia, led by Anna Mayilian, the artistic director, and vocalists Alina Avakian and Hasmig Zakarian, as well as pianist Elen Giragosian. The enthralling choral piece “Ov Hayots Ashkhar” was
jointly sung by the Hamazkayin Ayk Choir and the Armenian Evangelical Armiss Choir, under the
leadership of Mr. Zakar Keshishian.
The namesake of the University, Dr. Armenag Haigazian’s tragic suffering and death was remembered through the words of his grandson, in a filmed excerpt of the 2010 graduation ceremony.
Another moving video segment came from Peter Balakian’s lecture at Haigazian University, back in 2005, reading the story of “Manoug”, from his book The Black Dog of Fate.
In addition, a slide show of the famous French- Armenian artist Jansem’s paintings depicted scenes
of deportation and martyrdom, as Lucine Zakarian’s recorded music moved the audience with awe.
Ryan Gliha speaking at the dinner
Participants of the Genocide Commemoration
Board of Trustees Meeting in Beirut
On May 6 & 7, the Haigazian University Board of Trustees came together from the US and Lebanon for their annual meeting in Beirut.
The two-day program included a special dinner at Le Bristol Hotel in Hamra.
Speaking at the dinner, the Armenian Ambassador to Lebanon, H.E. Mr. Ashod Kotcharian, emphasized the close relationship between Lebanon and Armenia and proudly announced the birth of the “Lebanon- Armenia Friendship Association.” He also congratu- lated the 55th anniversary of Haigazian University.
The American Embassy, represented by the Public Affairs Officer, Mr. Ryan Gliha, expressed his country’s continuous commitment to the future of Lebanon through education as well as the belief in a strong govern- ment. President Haidostian said that he sees every Board meeting as a celebration of the mission of Haigazian University, and appreciated the Board’s continued support.
Another event was an evening in KCHAG, when the Board members enjoyed a relaxing time of fellowship in the beauty and peacefulness of nature, with memories of the blessed summer campsite.
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6 Book Launchings Inspirit • Issue No 21 – Spring 2011 Hosted by HU
George Apelian Signs His book
Mr. George Apelian signed his latest book,
Martyrdom Forever 2: Brother, a Scoop of Water!
on October 26, 2010, in the Matossian Art Gallery at HU.
The program included a word by Mr. Shahan Kandaharian, who spoke on the political importance of the book. Ara Azad, who had designed the cover, explained its symbolic meaning. There were also musical pieces and a recital, the latter by the author’s granddaughter.
A Book About the
Educator Peniamin
Jamgotchian
Marking the 115th anniversary of headmaster/ principal Peniamin Jamgotchian’s birth, Haigazian University and prominent French-Armenian scientist Dr. Ari Topouzkhanian presented the launching of the book, Hushartzan Ousoutchabed Peniamin Jamgotchiani on December 4, 2010. The event was concluded by a reception in the Matossian Gallery.
Mr. George Apelian signing his book at HU
Dr. Ari Topouzkhanian, speaking about Mr. Peniamin Jamgotchian
Launching Hrayr Jebejian’s Book
The launching of Hrayr Jebejian’s book, The Armenian’s Road to Survival took place on Feb- ruary 28, 2011, in the Auditorium. The program featured Dr. Arda Ekmekji (word of welcome); Dr. Arda Jebejian (Editor’s word); Mr. Shahan Kandaharian (presenting the book); Mrs. Irma Dedeyan (reciting a poem by Barouyr Sevag); and President Haidostian. After the program, the author signed his book in the Matossian Art Gallery in the Mugar Building, during a reception. Mr. Jebejian (Class of 1981) resides in Cyprus with his family.
Matossian Art Gallery
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Exhibitions
“Phoenician Kings and Queens”
Arthur K. with the UK Ambassador F.M. Guy (left)
Friday, December 17, 2010, was the opening of the painting exhibition of Dr. Haroutioun Nicolian, aka Arthur K.
More than 40 paintings with mixed media tech-
Chahen Khatchadrian, the art critic, speaking at the opening
“Unveiling the Truth”
Friday, March 18, 2011, was the opening of the painting exhibition of Chucrallah Fattouh at the Haigazian University Art Center, the Matossian Gallery.
The exhibition featured 25 acrylic paintings of large size, displaying the artist’s unique and dis- tinguished style.
Arthur K. Paintings
niques and of various sizes were displayed at the gallery, exhibiting vibrant colors and a deep pers- pective on the faces of ancient kings and queens of Phoenicia, including Elissa, Ithobaal, and Ashtarte.
“White Dreams”
On Friday, February 11, 2011, the painting exhi- bition of Hrazdan Tokmajian opened. Prominent art critic Chahen Khatchadrian from Armenia, the Armenian Ambassador to Lebanon, H.E. Mr. Ashod Kotcharian, were among the attendants.
The exhibition featured 26 oil paintings of various sizes. The artist captured the beauty of white dreams in the winter landscapes of Yerevan and other parts of Armenia. The dark, bare trees and houses contrast beautifully with the snowy backdrop and express a sense of peace and simplicity.
Fattouh talking about one of his paintings
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From the opening of the banquet
Haigazian University 55th
Anniversary Celebratory
Banquet in Glendale
The Haigazian University 55th Anniversary Banquet on November 12, 2010 at the Glendale Hilton Hotel was both a reunion of 460 attendees and a celebration
of the history of HU.
Raffi Kendirjian (Class of 1998), co-chair of the 55th Anniversary Celebratory Committee, welcomed those
present.
Mr. Leon Filian, Master of Ceremonies, the Executive Director of the Armenian Missionary Association of
America (AMAA) guided the evening through the introductions of the four past presidents in attendance: Rev. Dr. John Markarian (the honoree of the evening), Rev. Dr. Gilbert Bilezikian, Rev. Dr. John Khanjian, and Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian, and each was presented with an etching of the Haigazian Mugar Building created by Mrs. Inge (John) Markarian.
A short video presentation and speech by Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian, current President and Haigazian alumnus, evoked memories of the University—drawing exclamations of recognition from the audience. The program also featured the Element Band, which created a great deal of excitement.
The ladies who helped organize the banquet
The keynote speaker was Dr. Manoug Manougian, currently Chair of the Mathematics Department at the University of Southern Florida, and a former math and physics lecturer at Haigazian in the 1960’s, who had created the pioneering Haigazian College Rocket Society that launched a series of Cedar rockets from 1961 to 1966.
Clergy representing the Diocese, Prelacy, Catholic, and Evangelical churches shared their congratulations and best wishes. Also present were representatives of the three Armenian Political Parties, the AGBU, as well as the Honorable Mr. Grigor Hovhannissian, Consul General of the Republic of Armenia in Los Angeles (Class of 1993).
The Ethno Vocal Trio Performance
On Wednesday, April 27, 2011, Anna Mayilian and her Ethno Vocal Trio performed a concert at the First Armenian Evangelical Church on the occasion of Haigazian University’s 55th Anniversary to a full capacity audience.
Listening to the feelings of the Armenian nation through music, the audience was moved by such classical pieces as “Walk and Stroll” and “The Crane” by Gomidas as well as the ever popular “Glory to Jerusalem.”
After a standing ovation, Presi- dent Paul Haidostian thanked the Vocal Trio. Also, he thanked God for the 55 year history of the Uni- versity, and the revival of the Armenian people.
Anna Mayilian and her Trio
The AEFC during the Ethno Vocal Performance
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55th Anniversary Lecture Series
BTAD Seminar
he Faculty of Business Administration and Eco-
nomics organized a seminar entitled “Vision of Achievements” on Friday, December 17, 2010 at 12 noon. During this seminar Ms. Nada Maalouf
IT Security Lecture
Dr. Imad Hoballah lecturing at the IT conference
(audit partner, Deloitte & Touche) and Mr. Dikran Kalaydjian (Chief Financial officer, JWT) talked about their visions on careers, achievements, challenges and experiences. Also, one of the faculty graduates Ms. Araz Ladayan was honored for her outstanding achievements in the CPA exam.
On Thursday, January 13, 2011, the Computer Science Department at Haigazian University organized a lecture entitled “Information, Comm- unication, and Network Security in Lebanon” at 12 noon in the auditorium.
The speaker was Dr. Imad Hoballah, the acting chairman and head of Telecom Technologies Unit at the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, who was introduced to the audience by Dr. Mohammad Ladan, Chair of the Computer Science Department.
Problems such as piracy and the high cost of cell phone lines were discussed.
The Real Estate Sector in Lebanon: Opportunities and
Challenges
The Business Conference on Real Estate in the Media Center
On Friday, January 21, 2011, the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics at Haigazian University organized a seminar entitled “Real Estate Sector in Lebanon – Challenges and Opportunities.”
President Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian welcomed everyone, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics, Dr. Fadi Asrawi highlighted the recent growth in the real estate sector in Lebanon.
Speaking at the seminar were: Mr. George Badawi, Vice President of Badawi Group; Dr. Makram BouNassar, Acting Director of the Foreign Affairs Department of the Central Bank of Lebanon; Mr. Philippe El-Hajj, Deputy General Manager and Head of Retail Banking Division at Fransabank; and Mrs. Raghda Jaber, a consul- tant providing the perspective of the Ministry of Finance.
Children at Risk in Lebanon
On Thursday, March 24, 2011, the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Haigazian University organized a seminar entitled “Children at Risk in Lebanon.”
Opening the seminar, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences Dr. Arda Ekmekji welcomed everyone. Representing the Higher Council of Childhood in Lebanon, Sanaa Awada presented the role and activities of the council in child care and advocacy of rights. Soha Bsat Boustani discussed the situation of children in Lebanon from the perspective of UNICEF, and Dr. Rula Khouri, Head of the Department of Sociology at St. Joseph University, presented a field study on “child labor in Lebanon.”
The seminar was concluded by a discussion led by a group of Haigazian social work graduates on the subject of “Working with Families at Risk”.
The Role of Principals in the Digital Age
On Thursday, April 7, 2011, the Department of Edu- cation at Haigazian University organized a seminar entitled “The Role of Principals in the Digital Age.”
The opening address was given by Mira Yardemian, Public Relations Director of Haigazian University. Mr. Fadi Yarak, the Director General of Education, shared the ministry’s plan to utilize new developments in the field of Information Technology.
Forum on Negotiation
On Friday, May 20, 2011, the Faculty of Business Administration and Economics at Haigazian University organized a forum on “Negotiation.” Speaking at the forum were: Dean Fadi Asrawi, who greeted everyone and briefly highlighted the importance of negotiation; President Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian. Haidostian emphasized negotiation begins with the mind; as a human resource professional and instructor at Haigazian, Ms. Cecilia Moudabber introduced the concept of negotiation; Mr. Wael El Helou, director of “Trace – Training and Coaching Executives,” focused his presentation on the sources of conflict within organizations; psychiatrist Dr. John Gebrane discussed three “challenging” personality types in negotiation settings; Maître Nadim Abboud, an attorney and
The following speaker, Dr. Chris Moacdieh, principal of the Christian Teaching Institute (CTI), talked about some issues and challenges that school administrators may face in the use of technology at schools.
The final speaker was Mrs. Lina Osseiran, principal of Adduha High School, who focused on “quality professional development strategies” to integrate technology in the Lebanese curriculum.
educator, offered a legal perspective on negotiation skills needed for agreements and contracts; and Mr. Ghassan Boulbol, board member and President of the SME & Training Committee at the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon, discussed the importance of negotiation for businesses.
From the opening of the SBS conference
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Lectures at HU
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Music in Dialogue: The Ground We Share
On October 20, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. the Religion Depart- ment at Haigazian University hosted a lecture entitled “Music in Dialogue: The Ground We Share” by Father Cyprian Consiglio in the University auditorium. Rev. Greg Lee-Parker welcomed everyone and intro- duced the speaker, Fr. Consiglio, a Camaldolese monk and musician of California.
Guitar in hand, Fr. Consiglio exhibited his versa- tility by chanting with his beautiful voice, first in Latin and then in Sanskrit. Everyone participated when he sang a universal peace prayer and they enjoyed hearing him sing in Arabic.
Armin T. Wegner
On Thursday, February 3, 2011, Dr. Martin Tamcke, Professor at the Theology Department at the University of Göttingen, delivered a lecture
Talin Suciyan on Zabel Yessayan film
Father Cyprian Consiglio
entitled “Armin T. Wegner: Eyewitness of the Armenian Genocide”, at the Cultural Hour in the Haigazian University Auditorium.
Finding Zabel Yessayan
The film on Zabel Yessayan was featured at Haigazian University on Monday, March 14, 2011, by Talin Suciyan, who noted that with co-director Lara Aharonian they tried to bridge a knowledge gap, with no financial support, but a lot of enthusiasm and technical help from the Utopiana Center at Yerevan.
Their enthusiasm was welcomed. They had access to the personal items of Yessayan safeguarded at the Charents Museum of Literature and Arts, and to the sound recordings of Zabel’s son in the National Archives. They interviewed Zabel’s grandson and great-granddaughter. These enabled them to reconstruct parts and elaborate some philosophical aspects of her life.
Visitors at HU
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Artsakh PM meeting with HU staff and faculty
Prime Minister of Artsakh, Ara Haroutyounian
VO i s i t s H U
n Friday, March 4, 2011, Prime Minister of
Artsakh, Ara Haroutyounian, visited Haigazian University with a delegation as part of his tour in Lebanon, especially the various sectors of the Armenian community, and met with the HU family.
AAICU Meetings in Beirut
The Association of American International Universities & Colleges (AAICU), of which we are a founding member, held its annual meeting in Lebanon this year, primarily hosted by the LAU and partially by HU and AUB.
The formal opening meeting on the LAU-Beirut campus, the group of around 35 presidents and provosts, who head American higher education institutions around the Mediterranean, Europe, Africa and Asia, moved to the HU campus at around 12:30 p.m. for a business lunch (Conte Hall, Heritage Bldg.) and then a business meeting in the Auditorium at 3:00-4:30 p.m. The evening was spent at the AUB. The following day, the meetings were held on the LAU-Byblos campus.
President Paul Haidostian welcomed the Prime Minister and spoke of the critical role of Haigazian University as an educational pillar in the Diaspora.
Haroutyounian stressed the universality of education and knowledge and acknowledged the importance of cooperation.
The AAICU meeting participants at the Conte Hall luncheon ...
And in front of the new Heritage Building
Faculty & Staff News
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Prof. Mohamad Ladan
Has published the following international journal and conference papers:
• “Web Services: Technologies and Benefits” Journal of Communication and Computer, ISSN 1548-7709, Number 6,Volume 7, 2010;
• “E-Commerce Technologies and Challenges” Journal of Communication and Computer, ISSN 1548-7709, Number 7, Volume 7, 2010;
• “Web Services Testing Approaches: a Survey and a Classification”, Second International Conference on Networked Digital Technologies, Prague, Czech Republic, July 7-9, 2010;
• “Web Services: Security Challenges”, has been refereed and accepted for publication in the proceedings of the IEEE sponsored World Congress on Internet Security (WorldCIS-2011), Feb. 21-23, 2011, London, UK.
He also attended the following International Conferences: The Higher Education International Conference, HEIC10, held in Beirut Lebanon, at Commodore Hotel, May 4-6, 2010; The first International Internet Society Conference in Lebanon, INET, Beirut Lebanon, at Habtoor Grand Hotel, October 14, 2010; as well as acted as a member on the National Association for Science and Research High Schools Project exhibition/competition jury, evaluating and presenting the winners of the ICT projects (Beirut, April 2010).
On another note, Dr. Ladan has earned the following new memberships: Reviewer for the International Journal of Network Security, ISSN 1816-3548, for 2010-2011; Member of Local Organizing Committee of International Conference on Higher Education, HEIC09 and HEIC10; and Member and a Judge in the National Association for Science and Research 2010.
Dr. Berge Traboulsi
Made the following four academic contributions during the spring of 2011:
• A paper, “Freedom of Thought, Opinion and Expression within an Eastern Mediterranean Context: Critical Reflections” at the USEK National and International Conference on “L’Espace Méditerranéen: Profils et Défis”, on March 24, 2011;
• املطران ٔافتيميوس الصيفي وحركته اإلحتادية، قراءة نقد ّية: محاضرة ٔالقيت مبناسبة اليوبيل املٔيوي الثالث لتٔاسيس دير املخلص (2011-1711) - جون، في 9 نيسان 2011.
• “The Ethical Challenges of Executive Leadership: A Stakeholder Analysis”: A paper to be published in Pertinence—the Academic Journal of the Antonine University, Lebanon.
• “Islam in the European Union: A Question of Acculturation or Incom- patibility!”: A paper presented at the ESITIS-2011 International Conference on “The Study of Religions in a Changing Europe: Integrity, Translation and Transformation”, at Marmara University, Turkey, on April 27, 2011.
Mr. Vahe Ghorghorian, receiving the HU Website Award
Staff Retreat
On Friday, May 13, 2011, the Haigazian University staff members enjoyed an afternoon at the Conte Hall of the new Heritage Building.
After a meditation presented by the Campus Minister, Rev. Greg Lee-Parker, President Paul Haidos- tian briefed the staff members on the significant growth and development that Haigazian University has been experiencing, and shared the future plans and challenges of the University.
Dr. Antranig Dakessian
The Student Life Director, Mr. Antranig Dakessian defended his Ph.D. thesis at the University of Swansea, Wales, in the Department of Politics and International Relations, on November 15, 2010. The title of the thesis was “Democracy and Integration in Multi-communal Polities: The Armenians in Lebanon and the Kurds”.
IT Award
On Thursday, March 10, 2011, Haigazian Uni- versity was granted the “Best Structure Award” for its website, at an event organized by the Pan Arab Web Academy Awards, which took place in the Habtoor Grand Hotel, Beirut. Haigazian University was represented by its Senior Systems Analyst, Mr. Vahe Ghorghorian and its Network / Hardware Analyst, Mr. Shant Estepan.
Staff Members at the retreat
The retreat also included a professional training session on “General Business Etiquette” given by Ms. Sonia Sabbah, a corporate image consultant. The training covered various topics, ranging from dress code and cultural etiquette to telephone and email etiquette, as well as basic communication skills.
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Indian Weddings
On Thursday, March 31, 2011, Mrs. Sharmila Thapar, wife of the Indian Ambassador in Beirut, deli- vered a lecture on “Weddings in India” at the Cultural Hour. Mrs. Thapar introduced her audience to the celebration of marriage or “shadi” in India. “All the ceremonies involve prayer, dance, music and food” Thapar explained, noting that there are differences in tradition based on region, religion and culture. Her presentation included colorful pictures.
Mrs. Thapar on Indian Weddings
A Workshop by the English Department
On Saturday, May 14, 2011, the English Depart- ment at Haigazian University hosted a Language and Technology workshop in several computer labs at the University.
Organized by two English instructors at the Uni- versity, Ms. Caitlin Cornell and Mrs. Sahar Hamzeh, the workshop was attended by around 100 school and university instructors, eager to learn more about using technology in education.
The concurrent sessions offered attendees a variety of programs to explore, including audio recording and editing software, websites for creating interactive
Mr. Ralf Yirikian speaking to the students
One of the sessions of the English Department workshop
classroom wikis, online bookmarking sites for educators, Internet-based presenting tools and more.
Vivacell Manager Visit
On Friday, March 11, 2011, the general manager of Vivacell-MTS, Mr. Ralph Yirikian, delivered a lecture entitled “Management Culture: Secrets of Productivity and Business Efficiency” at Haigazian University.
President Paul Haidostian greeted the full audience in the auditorium, which included the Armenian Ambassador, H.E. Mr. Ashod Kotcharian and other dignitaries, as well as faculty and students. One of
the five students who did the internship at VivaCell-MTS last summer, Talar Mandoyan, shared some of her experiences. Yirikian began his presentation with a short video to introduce his company.
This summer, 8 more Haigazian students are planning to do their internships in Armenia.
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Center for Economic Justice
O MP Mrs. Nayla Moawad talking to Donald & Cyra Goertzen
n Friday, May 20, 2011 a group of around 40
invited guests from the private, academia, and the social/NGO sectors gathered in the Conte Hall of the Heritage Building to be introduced to Mr. Donald Goertzen and Mrs. Cyra Goertzen. The Goertzens will be working at Haigazian University for the next 15 months, seconded by the Mennonite Central Committee, to plan and help establish a Center for Economic Justice at Haigazian University.
Cyra & Donald Goertzen
The program included words by Rev. Dr. Paul Haidostian, President of Haigazian University; the head of the Mennonite Central Committee in Syria and Lebanon, Ms. Sarah Adams; Cyra and Donald Goertzen; and Her Excellency Minister Nayla Moawad, founder and honorary president of the René Moawad Foundation.
The Heritage Building and Garden at Night
Student News
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UUSAID Grant
The US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires with some of the students
In the Heritage Building garden with students, faculty and staff
On March 4, 2011, Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy in Lebanon, Mr. Thomas F. Daughton, and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)/Lebanon’s Mission Director Dr. Jim Barnhart presented a check for $85,155 to Haigazian University as part of its $600,000 contribution to Haigazian’s Scholarship Fund for the academic year 2009-2010. Seventy one students benefited from this amount, bringing the total number of students to date with USAID scholarships at Haigazian University to 356.
Through their short tour in campus, they had the chance to see Haigazian’s new Heritage Building on May Ziadeh Street, and its recently completed beautiful garden.
University Student Assistance Program (usap)
University Student Assistance Program (USAP) is an ambitious program launched by Haigazian University (HU) that gives 65 promising Lebanese
students from all 26 districts of Lebanon, with finan- cial needs, access to a rich educational opportunity by offering full undergraduate scholarship, plus medical insurance, a monthly stipend, book allow- ance and housing.
This program is made possible with the sup- port of the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
If needed, USAP will also cover tuition fees for up to one preparatory year for intensive English lan- guage training.
HU Annual Dance Performance
Steps 4 ... “In Colors” was the title given to this year’s annual Haigazian University Dance Performance, which took place on May 20 & 21, 2011.
55 dancers, coaches and choreographers joined their effort to carry their audience to a world of steps, creativity and colors.
Indeed, after some 5 months of practice and prolonged sessions, the Haigazian University students came on stage to reclaim their colors, and proudly call for unity in a divided world.
Anti-Littering Campaign II – May 21, 2011
The HU Environmental Club members, with some fifty volunteers from various schools and uni- versities, ran the second HU Environmental Club Anit-Littering Campaign. The Club had the support and collaboration of both the Bourj Hammoud Munici- pality and the cleaning company, Sukleen.
Gathered at the Shamilian School, Bourj Hammoud, at 7:00 a.m. the volunteers and members were provided with breakfast and shirts with the slogan that said:
مش عيب تنضف. عيب تكب
2Õμ Ñ3õ3ù»ÉÁ 3Ùûà ã¿. Â3÷»ÉÁ 3Ùûà ¿
It is not a shame to pick up litter, it is a shame to litter.
The cleaning task extended until around 2:00 p.m., and covered the Bourj Hammoud section of the Dora highway down to the Yerevan Bridge.
The objective was to raise awareness, and encou- rage people to take more care of their environment.
PIhoenicia InterContinental at HU
n collaboration with the Faculty of Business On Monday, February 28, 2011, at 12 noon, Administration and Economics, the Alumni around fifty students listened to the Talent Resourcing
Office organized a recruitment event that hosted the Human Resources and Food & Beverages Depart- ments from Phoenicia InterContinental Hotel.
Manager and the Human Resources Supervisor of Phoenicia InterContinental, who presented them with the different outlets currently being opened at the hotel.
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n ExEmplary Donation
Friends, supporters, and alumni of Haigazian University are invited to contribute generously.
For ways of giving, you may write to the following addresses:
president@haigazian.edu.lb LHKurkjian@aol.com amaa@amaa.org
Haigazian University is exempt from US Federal Income Tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
Haigazian University - Alumni Office
Tel: 961 1 353 010/1/2, 961 1 349 230/1 Ext. 252
Email: rozinem@haigazian.edu.lb alumni@haigazian.edu.lb
www.haigazian.edu.lb
ombining their efforts
of fundraising for the Scholarship Fund of Haigaz- ian University, the members of the HU Book Reading Club and author and artist Mrs. Lucy Tutunjian raised the sum of $5,400 from the sale of Mrs. Lucy Tutunjian’s cook book, Lucy’s Favorites: Asian and Armenian Cuisine.
Herald
Special Issue Inspirit
The Haigazian University Newsletter Herald Inspirit, the magazine for alumni and friends of Haigazian University, is published by the Office of the President.
Need to reach Herald Inspirit? Mexique Street, Kantari | P.O. Box: 11-1748
Riad el Solh 1107 2090, Beirut – Lebanon Telephone: 961 1 739 412 • Telefax: 961 1 350 926
Website: www.haigazian.edu.lb/inspirit
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