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William Saroyan is a name many consider synonymous with Fresno, California. He was a beloved writer, whose voice united across the globe and whose works have brought recognition and pride to the Armenian community. On Friday, August 31, on what would have been Saroyan’s 110th birthday, a celebration was held to mark the opening of the William Saroyan House Museum K. Watkins Photo: Howard in Fresno. The reception was held Left to right: Ambassador Grigor Hovhannissian, Prof. Bar- at the Satellite Student Union low Der Mugrdechian, Elina Janibekyan, Artur Janibekyan, Left to right: Dr. Hagop Ohanessian, Dr. Ümit Kurt, Deborah at Fresno State to honor this Hakob Hakobyan, and Avag Simonyan at the festivties. Sinclair, Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, Dean Del Hornbuck- momentous occasion, bringing members gathered alongside program dedicated to Saroyan. le, and Dr. Clint Curle. Photo: Andrew Hagopian together an international audience. visiting dignitaries, university Special guest for the evening Annie Rubio set out to define and name the More than 700 community officials, and students to enjoy a See Saroyan page 7 Editor crime perpetrated against the Jews during World War II, in hopes that Dr. Ümit Kurt Appointed 15th Henry S. Kazan “Sovereignty cannot be justice would follow. By doing so, conceived as the right to kill he also put into general use the Visiting Professor in Armenian Studies for Fall millions of people.” These words term now used to characterize the State in the 2015-2016 academic Dr. Kurt was born and raised were spoken by Rafael Lemkin, Armenian Genocide of 1915. year as a Kazan Research in Aintab, and when asked an American lawyer of Polish- The Armenian Studies Associate. about how he learned about the Jewish heritage who coined the Program and the Henry Madden As part of his duties this Fall, Armenian Genocide he stated term “genocide.” It is difficult to Library, in partnership with the Dr. Kurt is teaching an Armenian that, “After high school, while fathom the number of atrocities Mémorial de la Shoah of Paris, Studies class, “The Armenian studying at the university, I read committed throughout history, but are co-sponsoring an exhibition Genocide in Comparison,” which certain history books but did not even more difficult to fathom what “Genocides of the 20th Century,” he describes as, “the history do any elaborate research. When Winston Churchill once called, “a which will be on view at the 2nd of the Armenian Genocide and I was 25 years old I was with crime without a name.” Lemkin See Exhibition Page 7 making comparisons between friends at a coffee shop in Aintab the Genocide, the Holocaust, and I then realized that the coffee ASO Executive Brings New Ideas Hagopian Photo: Andrew and the Rwandan Genocide. We shop was originally an Armenian- Claire Kasaian will be looking for patterns and owned house.” This inspired Dr. Staff Writer tendencies and variations and Kurt to begin his research on discrepancies in the Genocides.” the Armenian Genocide, which Dr. Ümit Kurt was appointed as Dr. Kurt was appointed as a also led him to also learn more the 15th Kazan Visiting Professor prestigious Polonsky Fellow at the about the once large Armenian in Armenian Studies for the Fall Van Leer Institute in in community in Aintab. Dr. Kurt 2018 semester at Fresno State. 2017, where he is part of a vibrant Dr. Kurt was previously at Fresno research community. See Dr. Kurt page 3 Armenian Studies Program Holds Reunion Filled with Memories for Trip Participants Staff Report

More than sixty alumni participants of Armenian Studies Program Summer Study Trips gathered on Friday, April 27, at Photo: Barlow Der Mugrdechian the Smittcamp Alumni House at Left to right: Violeta Agabekyan, Public Relations; Kara Fresno State to celebrate thirty Statler, Treasurer; Claire Kasaian, President; David Safra- years of summer trips to Armenia. zian, Vice-President, and Suzanna Ekmekchyan, Secretary. The first Armenian Studies Staff Report David Safrazian; Treasurer, Kara organized trip to Armenia took Statler; Public Relations, Violeta place in 1988, when Prof. Barlow On Tuesday, September 4, Agabekyan; and Secretary, Der Mugrdechian led a group 2018, the Armenian Students Suzanna Ekmekchyan. of eight students to for Organization (ASO) gathered a one month stay. That turned for their first general meeting Claire Kasaian out to be a historic year as of the 2018-2019 school year President students were eyewitness to the and held elections for new Karabagh movement and the large Archive Photo: ASP executive officers. The results The Armenian Studies Program has been conducting Arme- Why did you originally join demonstrations taking place in the were as follows: President, nia Summer Study Trips since 1988. Alumni of the trips gath- Claire Kasaian; Vice-President, See ASO Page 4 See ASP Reunion Page 2 ered on April 27 to renew friendships. 2 Hye Sharzhoom October 2018 Armenian Studies Program California State University, Fresno Book/Video/CD Archival Gifts Armenian Studies Program Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, Prof. Sergio La Porta, and the Armenian Studies Program would like to thank the donors, authors, and publishers for the following books, periodicals, videos, Spring 2019 Schedule of Courses and archival gifts, either offered personally, or to the Program. Course Units Time Day Instructor Hambersom Aghbashian, Glendale, California, for a copy of General Education-Breadth, Humanities, Area C2 his new book Turkish Intellectuals Who have Recognized • Arm 1B-Elementary Armenian 4 10:00A-11:50A MW B. Der Mugrdechian the Reality of the Armenian Genocide (Altadena, CA: Nor (Class #32149) Publishing, 2018), vol. II, 150pp., in English. The book • Arm 2A-Intermediate Armenian 3 09:00A-09:50A MWF B. Der Mugrdechian discusses fifty Turkish intellectuals who have acknowledged the Armenian Genocide. (Class #36557) Lucille Apcar, Mariposa, California, for a copy of Rescued General Education-Breadth, Arts, Area C1 Armenian Treasures from Cilicia: Sacred Art of the Kilikia • ArmS 20-Arts of Armenia 3 11:00A-12:15P TuTh B. Der Mugrdechian Museum, Antelias, (2000), 183pp., in English, (Class #33208) illustrated. This is a catalog from the Exhibition of the State General Education-Breadth, Area D3 Gallery Moritzburg Hall Art Museum. • ArmS 10-Intro Arm Studies 3 12:00P-12:50A MWF H. Ohanessian Dr. Meher Babian, Glendale, California, for a copy of (Class #36120) the book Book of Soul: Poems, Spiritual Reflections, Luminous Saints of the Armenian Church (Հոգեմատեան: General Education-Integration, Area IC Բանաստեղծութիւններ, հոգեւոր խորհրդածութիւններ, • Arm 148-Mastrpcs Arm Cult 3 2:00P-3:15P MW H. Ohanessian Հայ Եկեղեցւոյ լուսապսակ Սուրբեր) by Archbishop (Class #33301) Gorun Babian (Antelias: Richard and Tina Carolan Literary Upper Division Armenian Studies Course Fund, No. 23, 2018), 591pp., in Armenian. The book contains • ArmS 108B-Arm History II 3 9:30A-10:45A TuTh B. Der Mugrdechian poems written by Archbishop Babian, as well as important (Class #32148) information about the Diocese of New Julfa and about the Holy Savior Monastery of New Julfa. Dr. Kevork Bardakjian, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Get a Minor in Armenian Studies. for a copy of his latest book Historical-Philological Articles For more information call the Armenian Studies Program at 278-2669. Պատմապանասիրական Հոդվածներ) ( (Yerevan: Zangak, Check on requirements for the Minor in Armenian Studies in the current catalog. 2018), 196pp., in Armenian. This is a collection of Bardakjian’s articles on a variety of topics. http://www.fresnostate.edu/catalog/subjects/armenian-studies/armenia-mn.html Bishop Krikor Chiftjian, Primate of the Atrpatakan Diocese, Tabriz, Iran, for a copy of his new book Journey through Footsteps of the Armenian Monuments in the Armenian Diocese of Atrpatakan -Iran (Tabriz, 2017), 545pp., in Armenian. This fascinating book traces Bishop Chiftjian’s HYE SHARZHOOM journey through his Diocese rediscovering Armenian churches and monasteries. He visited dozens of these monuments. There FA|

eight such trips to Armenia, with the Armenian Studies Program for Archive Photo: ASP by visiting cultural, religious, the latest having taken place in affording them the opportunity to ASP Armenia Study Trip 2017 participants at the Reunion, and historic sites. the summer of 2017. travel to Armenia. which brought together more than 60 alumni. More recently, Professors October 2018 Hye Sharzhoom 3 Dr. Ümit Kurt Presents New Evidence on Cemal FICAT Students Complete Two- Pasha’s Role in the Armenian Genocide of 1915 Week Course at Fresno State Armenians, and gave an alternative to deportation (and potentially death). However, Dr. Kurt explains that Cemal was instead “reducing the Armenian population to an ethnic minority that no longer posed a threat.” Cemal would always credit himself with policies that would improve the situation of Armenians, while blaming “his friends in Istanbul” whenever decisions were detrimental to them. He continued in this way, maintaining a positive image while still contributing to the Photo: Christine Pambukyan genocide. Dr. Ümit Kurt, seventh from left, with students and faculty Given the differing views on after his presentation. Dr. Michael Pifer (fourth from left) and Dr. Sergio La Porta Cemal’s politics and agendas, (sixth from left) with FICAT students. Photo: Barlow Der Mugrdechian Annie Rubio While Cemal and the CUP it can be difficult to determine Staff Report “Classical Armenian in the 21st Editor did not differ in their stance his role as a perpetrator in the Century: Why Armenian Sources on the Armenian “question,” Armenian Genocide. Rafael The Fresno Institute for Matter to Students Today,” was Throughout the deportations Dr. Kurt stated that “the most Lemkin, the man who coined Classical Armenian Translation moderated by Drs. La Porta and and mass atrocities committed fundamental difference was the the term “genocide,” defined (FICAT) hosted nine students Pifer. during the Armenian Genocide, methods he wanted to employ.” forced assimilation as a cultural from around the world last During their stay students one member of the Turkish Thus, Cemal Pasha emerged technique of genocide. Cemal summer for a two-week intensive enjoyed a dinner hosted by government appeared as a as a strict disciplinarian and Pasha and his solution to the reading seminar. This unique President Dr. Joseph and Mrs. source of hope and benevolence. assimilationist. He systematically Armenian “problem” are program was led by Dr. Sergio La Mary Castro at the University Cemal Pasha, governor of Adana implemented conversions to genocidal in their own right, even Porta, Haig and Isabel Berberian House, attended by members and Greater Syria, was said to Islam rather than institute mass if they are not exterminatory in Professor of Armenian Studies, of the President’s Armenian have lenient policies regarding exterminations. However, he character. As stated by Dr. Kurt, at Fresno State, and Dr. Michael Leadership Council. Students Armenians, going insofar as to has been remembered as “a “they do not absolve him[Cemal] Pifer, a lecturer at the University were also able to take advantage face off with the other member rescuer,” a characteristic which of his own share of responsibility of Michigan, Ann Arbor. of being in Fresno to meet other of the Committee of Union and has been greatly influenced by the for the genocide.” Participating were Liza Anderson Armenologists, experience the Progress (CUP) government. perceptions of his victims. Dr. Kurt closed his lecture (Claremont School of Theology); Divine Liturgy of the Armenian However, as argued by Dr. Cemal is noted in many with the careful distinction that Seonyoung Kim (Hannim Biblical Church, sample Armenian Ümit Kurt, Cemal Pasha’s real personal memoirs as a explaining a perpetrator’s actions Institute, South Korea); Marina cuisine, and witness the majesty intent “was aimed at subduing “conscientious Turk” and within a genocide does not equate Bazzani (Oxford University, of Yosemite National Park. [the Armenians], so as to make someone who saved many to forgiveness or legitimization United Kingdom); Erin Piñon The leaders of the seminar them incapable of harming the Armenians. While those accounts of those actions. “We have an (Princeton); Jesse Izzon were immensely pleased with sovereignty of the Ottoman state.” are true, Dr. Kurt argues, “the obligation to try to understand (Quinnipiac College); Jimmy how the two weeks developed Dr. Umit Kurt, Kazan Visiting term rescuer cannot be applied how people can turn into killing Wolfe (The Ohio University); and took pleasure in seeing the Professor in Armenian Studies, to Cemal Pasha.” His goals were machines.” By understanding Kayla Dang (Yale University); students continue to improve their gave the first of three public still very aligned with others in their ideology and motivations, Sundar Henny (University ability in Classical Armenian, lectures on September 21, titled the CUP, but his choice of means the actions of Cemal and others of Berne, Switzerland); and but the students also shared “Rescuer, an Enigma, and a were more realistic and allowed within the CUP become less Michael Burling (University of their positive feedback after the Génocidaire: Cemal Pasha. In for a more prosperous “post- incomprehensible. Birmingham, United Kingdom). seminar. A brief sample from his talk, he analyzed Cemal’s Armenian Turkey.” Understanding how these The program was made possible some of the students follows. role in the Armenian Genocide In his assimilationist policies, “regular” human beings became thanks to the generous support “As a result of the time spent under three distinct umbrellas of Cemal Pasha was increasing his a part of a genocide can lead to of the Fresno State Office of in Fresno my understanding thought, reflecting the diverse power and authority among the prevention of genocides in the the President and the Armenian of classical Armenian and my opinions of scholars on the Armenians. The conversions future. Studies Program. knowledge of Armenian history question. provided relief to dependent The seminar focused on and culture have increased Armenian properties, the transfer the production of high-quality enormously.… This year’s Dr. Kurt, From Page 1 and Genocide Studies in the Department of History. He is of wealth, the transformation of translations of texts that are seminar has been truly successful, said that he realized how ignorant now preparing his dissertation for space, mass violence, interethnic important to the students’ and I am very grateful to Fresno he was about his hometown publication as a book. Dr. Kurt has conflict, local historiography, research. Students prepared State, the Fresno Armenian and how the traces of Armenian recently published Aintab, 1915: early modern Turkish nationalism their translations of texts that community, and our instructors presence were erased from Aintab Genocide and Perpetrators, as and the Aintab Armenians. were circulated beforehand to for making it happen!” during the Genocide. well as numerous articles and While at Fresno State Dr. Kurt the group. During the seminar “This year’s seminar has Dr. Kurt attended Clark monographs. will be presenting three public they then jointly worked on given me a springboard into my University in Worcester, Dr. Kurt has written lectures, before returning to the meaning of each text. In dissertation research, but studying Massachusetts and completed extensively on the Armenian Jerusalem in December. this manner, the students were Classical Armenian has enriched his Ph.D. in 2016 in Holocaust Genocide, the confiscation of exposed to a wide variety of texts my research on the religions of and each participant received the ancient Near East in ways that critical feedback to perfect their I never could have expected.” Give Your Way translation. “The program challenged my The texts presented covered colleagues and I to broaden our different genres and periods of knowledge of Armenian culture, to the Armenian Studies Program literature from late antiquity to history, and the evolution of early modernity and included: Classical Armenian over a span There are many ways to support The Epic Histories attributed of more than a millennium.” to P‘awstos, Eznik’s Against “Dr. La Porta and Dr. Pifer the Armenian Studies Program. the Sects, Ghazar P‘arpets‘i’s are dedicated instructors, whose 1) A gift today could come through the donation of cash, stock, or goods. History, Penitence of Adam, leadership and guidance extend Aphrahat’s Demonstrations, far beyond the classroom. They 2) The Armenian Studies Program can also be supported in the future in Grigor Narekats‘i’s Book of are invested in our growth as estate plans. Lamentation, Nersēs Shnorhali’s scholars and professionals, whose Hymn for Vardanants‘, Grigor insight and experience is evident Regardless of how a donation is made, Aknerts‘i’s History of the in their teaching.” Nation of Archers, and Tēr The impact these future each gift impacts the lives of students Yovhanniseants‘’s History of scholars will have on the field and and faculty at Fresno State. Jerusalem. on academia in general will even On Tuesday, June 12, students further enhance the legacy of the Armenian Studies Program • 5245 N. Backer Ave. PB4 presented short summaries of Armenian Studies Program and their research to the broader the Fresno Armenian community Fresno CA 93740-8001 • 559.278.2669 Armenian community at a public whose support has made it lecture. The overall presentation, possible. 4 Hye Sharzhoom October 2018 ASO Holds Elections of Officers Saroyan Museum Ribbon-Cutting Held August 31 Staff Report

The Saroyan House Museum was inaugurated on Friday, August 31, with a festive ribbon-cutting ceremony and the unveiling of a Saroyan plaque on his former home at 2729 West Griffith Way. The ceremony, which took place immediately before the celebration at the Satellite Student Union at Fresno State, culminated more than two years of planning and construction,

which transformed the home into Archive Photo: ASP an innovative House Museum. Left to right: Fresno City Council President Esmeralda Soria, Fresno Mayor Lee Brand “Renaissance Culture and Intellectual Foundation” founder ASO members at the first general meeting of the semester. and “Renaissance Cultural and Artur Janibekyan, and Fresno City Mayor Lee Brand. Photo: Barlow Der Mugrdechian Intellectual Foundation” founder at the ribbon-cutting ceremony a greater understanding of the Suzanna Ekmekchyan long table and played fun board Artur Janibekyan cut the red were Ambassador Grigor writer himself. Staff Writer games. The evening was filled ribbon, allowing guests inside to Hovhannisian, Ambassador of The state-of-the-art House with laughter and joy. It was the tour the Museum for the first time. Armenia to the United States; Museum has walls composed of The Armenian Student perfect opportunity for members Janibekyan and Councilwoman Fresno State President Dr. and interactive panels which highlight Organization (ASO) started its to get to know each other and to Esmeralda Soria had moments Mrs. Joseph I. and Mary Castro; Saroyan’s life through photos and year off with elections for a new form a strong bond. earlier unveiled the bronze plaque Hank Saroyan, nephew of through his paintings. A Saroyan executive at the first general On Friday, September 21, marking the historic site as a William Saroyan; Saroyan Project hologram was the culmination of meeting of the year which took Independence Day of the former Saroyan home. Director Hakob Hakobyan; and the tour. place on Tuesday, September Republic of Armenia, the ASO Saroyan House Board member Project Manager Avag Simonyan. Admission to the Saroyan 4. Elected were Claire Kasaian, set up a booth in the Free Speech Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian At the end of the official House Museum is free and the President; David Safrazian, Vice- area on campus. The booth was the emcee for the afternoon, program guests were given an Museum will be open Tuesday- President; Kara Statler, Treasurer; included a display with pictures opening his comments by giving escorted tour of the new Museum. Saturday by online reservation Suzanna Ekmekchyan, Secretary; and information about Armenia. an overview of the Museum Many were impressed by how the only at saroyanhouse.com. and Violeta Aghabekyan, Public There was also Armenian music project. He then introduced the innovative technology mediated Relations. New and continuing playing and some ASO members Mayor, Councilwoman Soria, and members of ASO came together displayed their cultural pride Artur Janibekyan, who each made Armenian Studies Scholarships 2018-2019 to begin planning future activities by dancing. Many students brief remarks. Visit our website to apply: throughout the semester. visited the booth and learned Just a day earlier, the Mayor To start the year off right, about the history of Armenian and City Council had issued a www.fresnostate.edu/artshum/armenianstudies/ ASO’s kick off social was a Independence Day. proclamation declaring August students/scholarships-offered.html “Barbeque and Game Night.” ASO has many more things in 31, 2018 as “William Saroyan All of the members contributed store for the upcoming semester Day” in the city of Fresno. They side-dishes and then worked and members are very excited also recognized the achievement 1) Complete, sign, and return the together to barbeque hamburgers and looking forward to having in opening the Saroyan House Armenian Studies Program supplemental form and hotdogs. After the meal, a fun year filled with lifelong Museum. by October 31, 2018. members gathered around a memories. Among the invited guests You may return the form to our office, Peters ASO, From Page 1 Business Building 384, ASO? I wanted to make new friends or if you are taking an Armenian Studies in college and ASO gave me just courses, give it to the instructor. that. I also wanted to learn more about my culture and to be more 2) Go to the Fresno State Scholarship website, involved. What impact did ASO have on http://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/fi- your college career? nancialaid/scholarships/scholarshipapplication/ ASO made me love being at index.html Fresno State. I was considering switching schools and then I Apply online for all Armenian started to get more involved and or Armenian Studies scholarship opportunities. I became close with the other students involved. The friends This application process opens October 1, and I have made will be friends for the priority period runs until October 31. the rest of my life. ASO has also allowed me to meet so many Photo: Barlow Der Mugrdechian Suzanna Ekmekchyan decision-making process. I really people and has given me so many Left to right: Suzanna Ekmekchyan, Kara Statler, Claire Ka- Secretary enjoyed getting to organize fun experiences. saian, and David Safrazian in the Free Speech area at Fres- social events for the ASO and to Why did you run for an ASO no State. The ASO was marking the 27th Anniversary of the Why did you originally join encourage them to form lifelong executive position? Republic of Armenia. ASO? connections with each other.” I wanted to be President your college career? Why did you originally join I chose to be a part of ASO because I was an executive officer Being in ASO has allowed me ASO? because I wanted to meet more Violeta Agabekyan last year and I want to make a to meet many new people and My best friend, Marina, people like myself and be a part Public Relations positive impact. I also wanted to build friendships that will last made me go to the first meeting of a group that would always bring in fresh and new ideas for a lifetime. I feel as if I am more freshman year and I kind of just make me feel included.” Why did you join ASO? events and socials. connected with the Armenian stuck around. What impact did ASO have on I joined ASO because of students in the area because of What impact did ASO have on your college experience? its Armenian aspect. I felt like David Safrazian this club. I have a place and a your college experience? Considering that college is I needed to connect to other Armenians and the club helped Vice-President purpose here because of ASO. ASO has changed my life. a very individual experience Why did you run for an ASO I have met so many amazing for each person, I feel that me do just that.” What impact did ASO have on Why did you originally join executive position? people and made lifelong friends ASO has made its members, your college experience? ASO? I decided to run for Vice that I wouldn’t trade for anything. including myself, feel as though ASO has provided me with I wanted to be around other President because I have been It has made me feel that I am a they belong to something. It caring friends and has given me Armenian students who had very involved since I came to part of something.” has also encouraged a sense of courage to go out of my comfort similar interests. The Armenian Fresno State and I wanted to take Why did you run for an ASO responsibility and commitment to zone. It also has lead me to pursue Studies Program influenced me on more responsibility to enrich executive position? the organization which I believe a Minor in Armenian Studies. to come to Fresno State, so the the club with new ideas. I ran for an executive position are factors of the essential life Why did you run for an ASO first thing I did was to join ASO. because I love being a part of skills that we develop in college. executive position? Joining ASO has been my favorite Kara Statler ASO, and I was on the executive Why did you run for an ASO I was curious to learn what the thing at Fresno State.” Treasurer previously and I loved it. executive position? What impact did ASO have on I loved being a part of the executives do and wanted to be executive last year and the part of the planning process. October 2018 Hye Sharzhoom 5 Armenian Artists Featured in New Exhibition “Armenians in Fresno” Subject of also chose to emphasize life in his art, especially in his oil works, Weekend Class at Fresno State which are also on display. The bright oils are in stark contrast to the black and white lithographs. “I want to open a conversation through art,” said Abedian. A veteran of the Iran- war, Abedian experienced first-hand the horrors of war, and its impact is felt throughout his art. Abedian takes photographs of ordinary weapons of violence, such as guns and hand grenades, and transforms them into works of art, thereby making them less violent and taking away their power to instill fear. Photo: Andrew Hagopian Photo: Andrew Left to right: CCA Director Dr. Cindy Urrutia, Henrik Abe- The opening reception for dian, and Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian. the exhibition took place at the Left to right: Yervand Boyajyan, Kara Statler, Dustin Varta- M Street Graduate Studios on nian, Violeta Agabekyan, Gregory Krikorian, Joel Ramirez, Arshak Abelyan The “Artist Talk” featured artist Thursday, October 4, as part Molly Gostanian, Cole Egoian, Claire Kasaian, Stephen Staff Writer Henrik Abedian and Armenian of the Fresno Art Hop. Works Gonzalez, Emily Sirabian, Peter Safrazian, Suzanna Ekmek- Studies Program Coordinator by Abedian and Samuelian are chyan, Marina Chardukian, Dikran Dzhezyan, Mitch Statler, The perspectives of two artists Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, intersecting with each other Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, and David Safrazian in front on war and violence are expressed speaking about Varaz Samuelian. on the walls, engendering a of the new Saroyan House Museum. in the works of Armenian artists The panel was moderated by conversation between the artists Photo: Paula Der Matoian Varaz Samuelian and Henrik CCA director Dr. Cindy Urrutia. and the viewer. Abedian, who are featured in Prof. Der Mugrdechian opened Abedian draws inspiration Dustin Vartanian Molly Gostanian. an exhibition on “The Business the evening with a discussion of from diverse artists such as Andy Staff Writer In addition, the class was very of Regret: War, Chaos, and the the late Varaz Samuelian’s art and Warhol and Michelangelo and interactive. Students engaged in Rejection of Violence.” the inspiration behind it. uses digital means to produce What is an Armenian? Why conversations about the major The exhibition is a Many of Samuelian’s work, his art. One such example is did Armenians choose Fresno as theme of the class; what is our collaboration between the Center especially his lithographs, called, “What Would Warhol one of their early destinations? identity? They discussed how for Creativity and the Arts (CCA), express his strong opposition to Do?” Abedian includes a photo How did they get here? These their personal identity was the Armenian Studies Program, war. Samuelian was the child of of Marilyn Monroe with one of were some of the questions posed different from that of the first the Department of Art & Design, Genocide survivors and he was Warhol’s quotes, “I like boring during the “Armenians in Fresno” generation. Some explained how and the M Street Graduate also a veteran of World War II, things.” weekend course taught by Prof. their culture has become more studios. The art will be on view where he served time in a Nazi The exhibition was truly about Barlow Der Mugrdechian of the Americanized. Others discussed through the end of October at prisoner-of-war camp. When showing how people can use Armenian Studies Program. how it is possible to be both an the M Street Graduate Studios at he was captured during World objects that we associate with war This Armenian Studies American and Armenian. The 1419 M Street in Fresno. War II, he witnessed the mass and make something good out of course was a rare opportunity to students learned that this was not Students and faculty par- execution of the Jewish people it. It is an opportunity that only a learn about the first Armenian a new concept and was a question ticipated in an “Artist Talk” on which is also portrayed in some few get the chance to see. The art settlers of the San Joaquin to many Armenians for a number Wednesday, October 3 which of his art. These experiences represented not only Armenian Valley. On October 5th and 6th, of years now. Even the great preceded the formal opening became the basis of the works in history, but also connected to the a group of eighteen Fresno State William Saroyan questioned this of the exhibition on October 4. this exhibition. But Samuelian history of the entire world. students took advantage of an in his writing. The students read opportunity to learn more about one of his short stories called Armenian Studies Program Directors and Endowed the Armenian community. This “Antranik of Armenia.” class took Armenian, American, “Well, the truth is I am both Chair Holders Meet at UC Irvine for Workshop and World History into account and neither. I love Armenia and to explain the different waves of America and I belong to both, but Staff Report Armenians who immigrated to I am only this: an inhabitant of the earth, and so are you, whoever The Society for Armenian the San Joaquin Valley in the 20th you are,” wrote Saroyan. Studies held an Armenian Studies century. Many students took the Many Armenians in the San Chairs and Directors Workshop course because of their interest Joaquin Valley became famous. on the campus of the University in the progress Armenians made The students learned about of California, Irvine, on Saturday, since their arrival to the United many well-known Armenians September 29. States. from to Jerry Armenian Studies Program Fresno State student Pete Tarkanian. Many of the successful Directors and holders of endowed Safrazian said he took the course Armenians in the Central Valley Chairs in Armenian Studies from “to learn more about the Armenian either started with nothing or across the nation met to discuss a community in Fresno and how the their family started with nothing variety of issues and challenges Armenians have developed since when they first settled in the facing the field. the first generation… I don’t have United States. The workshop was co- a ton of knowledge about first Gregory Krikorian, one of the organized by Dr. Bedross Der generation Armenians, so this students of the class, said, “ It was Matossian, SAS President; class enhanced my learning of what my ancestors went through.” really interesting to learn about Dr. Houri Berberian, Family Archive Photo:ASP all of the famous Armenians and Meghrouni Presidential Chair Left to right: Razmik Panossian (Gulbenkian Foundation), The “Armenians in Fresno” it makes me want to be one of the in Armenian Studies at the Kevork Bardakjian (Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor), Christina class did not take place only in famous Armenians that people University of California, Irvine; Maranci (Tufts), Barlow Der Mugrdechian (California State the classroom. Professor Der learn about one day. We are here and Dr. Sebouh Aslanian, University, Fresno), Salpi Ghazarian (USC), Bedross Der Mugrdechian escorted the class learning about them and it is Hovannisian Chair in Modern Matossian (Univ. of Nebraska, Lincoln), Kathryn Babayan to several Armenian landmarks in very influential to us to strive for Armenian History at UCLA. (Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor), Sebouh Aslanian (UCLA), Fresno. These included the Ararat success in the future.” The all-day workshop included Vahe Sahakyan (SAS), Taner Akçam (Clark University), Ara Cemetery, the David of Sassoon When the eventful weekend discussions in four areas: the State Sanjian (Univ. of Michigan, Dearborn), Houri Berberian (UC Statue, Holy Trinity Church concluded, students left with of Armenian Studies Programs; Irvine), Marc Mamigonian (NAASR), and Vahram Shemmas- Armenian Church, Old Armenian more knowledge about their past. Graduate Training: Past, Present, sian (California State University, Northridge). Town, and the William Saroyan House Museum. They learned about each other and Future; Cooperation between of California Irvine hosted a visiting scholars, who interacted While students walked around and also learned about themselves Armenian Studies Programs; reception for the visiting scholars, with community members. Downtown Fresno they tried as individuals. They even learned and the Future of Chairs and the local community, and campus A report will be written on to envision what life looked the most valuable lesson of the Programs. administrators. the workshop outlining the main like for their ancestors. Today, class; the story of our ancestors Prof. Barlow Der Mugr- Dr. Tyrus Miller, Dean of the points of the discussion. This a majority of the old Armenian must be learned and passed on to dechian, Director of the Armenian School of Humanities warmly will provide a roadmap for future neighborhoods have been generations to come. Studies Program at Fresno State, greeted the guests and Dr. Houri activities. demolished. and a former President of the Berberian then introduced the Have you moved? “I think about way back when Society for Armenian Studies, Please let us know of my great grandparents were here participated in the workshop. Visit any change in address. establishing them-selves. It was The Armenian Studies Hye Sharzhoom online at: hyesharzhoom.com Call us at 278-2669. Program at the University really cool to envision that,” said 6 Hye Sharzhoom October 2018 Richard Hagopian Discusses Vardanyan Assesses Armenian Studies Role in Armenian Song Repertoire Supporting Student Identity and Sense of Belonging Marine Vardanyan with ages ranging from 19 to 36. Special to Hye Sharzhoom All of the students had different majors, but six were pursuing a For more than 40 years, Minor in Armenian Studies. Armenian-American students My research questions were: have gone through Fresno State’s How does the Armenian Armenian Studies Program, Studies Program shape the enrolling in courses, participating identity of Armenian-American in activities, and building college students? relationships with professors What role does the Armenian and peers. Since its inception, Studies Program play in more than 12,000 students have Armenian-American college taken courses offered by the students’ sense of belonging? ASP and more than 130 students The study provided great have graduated with a Minor. insight into the experiences of Many alumni can testify to the Armenian-American college great impact their time with the students at Fresno State. The Archive Photo: ASP Program has had on their lives. main takeaways were: Marine Vardanyan Left to right: Phillip Hagopian, oud master Richard Hago- However, the experiences of Engagement with the Program at Fresno State. Now, I want to pian, and Andrew Hagopian. Photo: Alain Ekmalian these students have never been evoked feelings of ethnic pride stay here and continue to grow Andrew Hagopian these instruments may have formally explored and recorded. and a greater sense of ethnic group with the ASO and continue with Staff Writer been borrowed, they have been In fact, studies on Armenian- membership. These sentiments the Program.” dominant in Armenian music for Americans in general are very were a result of the classes, public “I have gone to the banquets National Endowment for generations. limited, with author Anny P. lectures, Armenia study trips, and and met the President of Fresno the Arts (NEA) artist Richard The Kanun is a 75-stringed Bakalian referring to the group as other services provided by the State. If it weren’t for the Hagopian gave a performance instrument played by plucking “hidden-minorities.” Program which allowed students Armenian Studies Program, the and lecture, April 26, 2018, titled the strings using picks supported Without research on to learn about their heritage and President wouldn’t have had any “Armenian Song Repertoire of by rings on both index fingers. Armenian-American students, engage with their community. connection with me.... Now when the .” Accompanying The Kanun looks similar to the colleges and universities cannot The fostering of relationships we see each other, he recognizes him were his grandsons, Phillip inside of a piano. The Kanun draw ethnic specific data to inform and social networks with both me, and we greet each other.” and Andrew Hagopian, who were uses sets of three strings, each the their practice and provide the best peers and school entities plays a The findings from my study showcased on the Kanun (the same note, to produce the same services to this population. significant role in how welcomed, suggest Armenian-American Middle Eastern Lap Harp) and tone. Using the Kanun, Andrew As an alumna of the Program, appreciated, and supported the student engagement with the the Dumbeg (goblet shaped hand Hagopian demonstrated the many I decided to focus my graduate students feel at Fresno State. Armenian Studies Program drum). Together, the Hagopian quarter tones used in Armenian research in the field of Educational built greater awareness and trio took the audience on a music, illustrating his point by Leadership and Administration on Participant Quotes: ethnic pride, fostered ethnic journey through the vast span of transitioning from a B natural to Fresno State’s Armenian Studies “It [the Armenian Studies membership, facilitated Armenian music history. a B-flat. Program and explore the role it Program] has given me something social and peer networks, and Hagopian’s presentation was The oud, a non-fretted plays in supporting Armenian- to do. … I think it has given me connected students to campus co-sponsored by the Middle East instrument, is an 11-stringed American student identity and something to do on my Friday administrators. Studies Lecture, Performance, instrument tuned in unison, four sense of belonging. nights, on my Tuesday nights, This study highlights the and Film Series, the Armenian notes in fourths and two notes Author and scholar Terrell when there are lectures and supportive role of the Armenian Studies Program, and the Global in octaves. It is an acoustical Lamont Strayhorn describes events. … If I didn’t do it, then it Studies Program, expands on how Music Lecture Series at Fresno instrument made completely of sense of belonging as “the would be ‘What am I doing? I’m it enhances Armenian-American State. wood and it was originally strung students’ perceived social support just going to school and that’s college students’ experiences, Armenians can trace their with catgut string or gut strings. on campus, a feeling or sensation it.’” and provides information needed oldest form of music, which is Within the last century there have of connectedness, the experience “My first semester, I wanted to to best understand and serve liturgical music of the Armenian been numerous modifications to of mattering or feeling cared leave, I did not want to be here. this group of students. I am Apostolic Church, to the fourth the instrument. about, accepted, respected, and The closest friend I had at Fresno excited to have contributed to the century. Richard Hagopian further Hagopian began his musical valued by and important to the State left, and I was thinking, ‘I Armenian Studies Program, to explained that the church music journey, by playing a short group and others on campus.” didn’t even want to come here in the limited knowledge that exists is founded upon 8 melodic modes segment of Der Voghormia (Lord My qualitative study entailed the first place.’ ASO definitely on Armenian-American students, from which all other Armenian Have Mercy), typically sung or a questionnaire and in-person helped me feel more welcome. I and to have given a voice to my music evolved. The Armenian chanted in the Armenian Church, interview of 11 students. These was able to make friends... It has Armenian-American peers at Church music library is the as an example of early Armenian participants were non-first year made me feel more comfortable Fresno State. largest in world, containing over liturgical music. The Hagopian Armenian-American college twenty-two hundred sharagans trio then performed a number students enrolled full-time at Hye Oozh • Saturdays • 9:00AM - Noon (hymns). Armenian, as well as of songs from the regions of Fresno State and involved with Greek musicians, used these eight Kharpert, Erzerum, Dikranagerd, the Armenian Studies Program. Fresno State’s Armenian Radio Show modes through the 19th century, and finally Sepastia. Of the 11 participants, six which is the basis of modern One of the most popular identified as male, five as female, 90.7 FM-KFSR Armenian music. Armenian dances, the Halay, Hagopian asserted that the which has Kurdish influence, was Armenian Studies Program instruments that he demonstrated performed by the trio. They then during the lecture were used by performed the Kochari which is 30th Annual Banquet Donors Armenians for many years. He the eastern version of the Halay. Sponsors Mark Bohigian cited evidence from 13th-15th The Richard Hagopian Banquet Co-Sponsor Mary Balakian century Armenian manuscripts, Ensemble provided an interesting Valley Children’s Mr. & Mrs. Asadour Hadjian which clearly depict the use of presentation about the different Healthcare Kathleen Demerdjian Fr. Hovsep Hagopian these instruments in marginal modes and the history of the Van Der Mugrdechian J. Daniel Herring illustrations. Even though Armenian music and instruments. Table Sponsors Zar Der Mugrdechian Dr. Matthew Jendian Arnold & Dianne Gazarian Harry Gaykian Gloria Kaprielian Patricia Hansen Ed & Roseann Saliba Benefactor Charles Jamgotchian Judge Edward & Jackie Triple-X Fraternity, Gerald & Sandra Janigian Sarkisian Selma Chapter Allan & Rosemary Jendian Dr. Judith L. Kuipers Thank you to Ali Peyvandi Patrons Mr. & Mrs. Robert Manselian and Fort Washington Varouj & Lena Altebarmakian K. Phillip & Jeanette Maroot Country Club for their support. Nerces Leon Dermenjian Edward & Roseann Saliba Thank you to an Anonymous Pat Sevoian Herman & Kathy Wage donor for their donation David & Carri Young of the wine. Friends Archie & Kathy Zakarian Paul & Carolyn Halajian Mary Zoryan Thank you to Marine National Raisin Company Vardanyan for her assistance. Supporters

Photo: Alain Ekmalian Bob Miroyan Andrew Hagopian, right, explaining the kanun. Joanne A. Peterson George & Maryann Atamian October 2018 Hye Sharzhoom 7 Thank You Annual Fund Donors William Saroyan House Museum Celebration Attracts More than 700 (received as of October 17, 2018) Saroyan, From Page 1 was Mr. Artur Janibekyan, founder Benefactors Leroy Davidian of the “Renaissance Cultural and Dr. & Mrs. Arnold & Karl DeKlotz Intellectual Foundation” and the Dianne Gazarian Mr. & Mrs. Richard N. chief donor of the Saroyan House Demirjian project. Patron Harout & Rose Der-Tavitian The Saroyan House Museum Nick Beck Trust, Mike & Lesta Ekizian project began with the purchase Marcia Melkonian, trustee Gloria Erganian in 2016 of Saroyan’s former home Grace Kazarian Jane Gamoian on Griffith Way. This was one Philip C. & Elaine Garo of the two homes that Saroyan Friend Kristine M. Habib lived and worked in over the Mark Chenian Armen & Rose Hagopian last seventeen years of his life. A N. Leon Dermenjian Rev. Fr. Hovsep Hagopian movement to collect and preserve Leo Keoshian, M.D. Sara M. Hamilton Saroyan’s works for future Michael & Jackline Matosian Elma Hovanessian generations began. The plan Judge Ronald M. Sohigian Byron Ishkanian was that the Saroyan Museum Victor Packing, Inc. Roxie Jizmejian would be innovative, boasting in memory of Mary Danayan an interactive experience, with Aleksan Harutyunyan and Hasmik Harutyunyan were invit- Sponsor Haidostian digital archives and a hologram ed from Yerevan to perform Saroyan’s original songs, “Bari- Jeff & Flora Esraelian Mary Kachadoorian of Saroyan. The Museum also Bari” and “Giragi Picnic.” Larry R. Farsakian Isgouhi Kassakhian has a research space for students need to keep the study of Saroyan another dimension of Saroyan’s Betty Ann Hagopian Hagop Krioghlian and writers to study and work. alive. works, and reminded everyone of Mid-Valley Packaging & Supply Dr. Ron Marchese Admission to the House Museum This opening ceremony was his talents. Company, Dick & Mary Nikssarian is free but reservations are not only a milestone for the A documentary film gave an Mr. & Mrs. John Gahvejian Pauline Ohanesian required and can be made online Armenian community, but for overview of Saroyan’s life and Brian & Janalee Melikian Dr. Arsine Oshagan at saroyanhouse.com. Fresno as a whole. Saroyan about his works. When guests Vatche Soghomonian & Drs. Dennis & Mary Papazian The opening celebration loved Fresno and always paid entered the Satellite Student Dr. Jane Kardashian Gladys Peters included remarks by Fresno State homage to his home and life here. Union, they were greeted by Kirk & Kathy Yergat Robert H. Philibosian President Dr. Joseph Castro and In the words of Congressman a display of photographs of Leon & Marlene Pilibosian by the Ambassador of Armenia Jim Costa, “I may be not be Saroyan hanging from the walls. Supporters Virginia Sarabian to the United States, Grigor Armenian, but tonight everyone The Saroyan House Museum Mary Abaci Arpi Sarafian Hovannissian. Ambassador is an honorary Armenian.” Costa recognized several people for Anonymous Gary Shahbazian, DVM Hovhannisian, who grew up had vivid memories of Saroyan their outstanding contribution Sam & Annette Apelian Dr. & Mrs. G. Simonian behind the Iron Curtain in Soviet riding his bicycle through Fresno, to the Museum project. These James C. Antaramian Hrand Simonian Armenia, recalled how Saroyan’s although he had achieved fame as individuals were honored with Bill & Shirley Armbruster Joseph Stepanyan voice broke through that an accomplished writer. Appreciation Awards from the Seth & Beverly Atamian Lois Tarkanian cultural barrier and reconnected The new House Museum Renaissance Foundation. One of George & Mary Atashkarian Rev. Fr. Datev Tatoulian Armenians to their roots. will allow all of Fresno to learn the recipients, Professor Barlow Arten Avakian Aram & Lisa Tokatian Although Saroyan was born and about and honor the memory of Der Mugrdechian of the Armenian Mugurdich Balabanian, M.D. Sharon Toroian raised in California, his works Saroyan. Studies Program, expressed his Jack & Alberta Bedoian Patty Torosian spanned across the globe. In addition to being an desire that the Saroyan House Mark Bohigian Mary Zoryan Many prominent voices spoke accomplished author, William Museum would be a valuable Robert & Frances Bozajian about Saroyan and his impact Saroyan was also a playwright, resource for many generations to Harry & Arlene Bujulian In Memory of Edward V. on Fresno and the Armenian songwriter, and artist. His come. Artur Janibekyan, founder Christine Bulbulian Barile Hagopian community as a whole. Saroyan’s songs “Bari-Bari” and “Giragi of the Renaissance Foundation, in memory of Berge Bulbulian Michael & Sue Kilijian nephew Hank Saroyan recalled Picnic” were performed by echoed these ideas with hopes Raffi J. Daghlian Gladys K. Peters his interactions and humorous Aleksan Harutyunyan and that this project will inspire many “Genocides of the 20th Century” stories about the noted writer. Hasmik Harutyunyan. The lively others like it. Charles Janigian emphasized the performances demonstrated After the program, guests received souvenir gifts provided Armenian Series at The Press by the Renaissance Cultural and at Fresno State Educational Foundation and then enjoyed a reception which http://www.thepressatcsufresno.org/ followed. stated Sinclair. The exhibition every genocide is that it requires when we stand up against racism examines what happened during people to sit on their hands,” said and oppression.” each genocide, connecting the Dr. Curle. The Fresno State College of present to the past. Sinclair hopes Dr. Curle introduced a method Arts and Humanities, College that it will serve as a driving force of genocide prevention to combat of Social Sciences, the Jewish for recognition that is necessary this. The public health model is Studies Program, the Consulate today. based in education, comparing General of France in San Dr. Clint Curle, Senior Advisor the eradication of genocide to Francisco, the Embassy of France to the President at the Canadian the development of the polio in the United States, and SNCF Photo: Andrew Hagopian Photo: Andrew Museum of Human Rights, in vaccine. Beginning with children, also supported the showing. Dr. Clint Curle Winnepeg, was the featured education on genocides and This exhibition was designed, Henry Madden Library and Dean speaker for the evening. He spoke dehumanization can prevent the created, and distributed by Exhibition, From Page 1 Dr. Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval, on the concept and patterns of “disease” of genocide. the Mémorial de la Shoah in Dean of the College of Arts and genocides and opened with his By continually educating Paris, France (curators Georges Floor Leon S. Peters Ellipse Humanities at Fresno State, as frank sentiment, “I wish we didn’t them, they can be empowered to Bensoussan, Joel Kotek, and Gallery of the Library until well as many faculty, students, have to have this talk.” Before the prevent genocides in the future. Yves Ternon), and made possible October 31. The exhibition and members of the community. formal definition of genocide, Dr. Clure left the audience with through the generous support of focuses on the Armenian Deborah Sinclair, Head international laws were based of the sentiment, “genocide will end SNCF. Genocide, the Jewish Holocaust, of Touring Exhibitions for sovereignty of nations and did and the Rwandan Genocide, while the Mémorial de la Shoah, not criminalize the actions of touching on other contemporary introduced the exhibition as a governments. genocides as well. This touring basis of reflection for how to The Nuremberg Trials served exhibition reaches many diverse prevent genocides. “Comparing as a time to reestablish the law in audiences in its mission to genocides does not take away Europe. Dr. Curle also discussed educate and prevent genocide. their specificities... It leads to the work of Rafael Lemkin The Opening Reception for a better understanding of their in defining genocide. Lemkin the exhibition was held in the mechanisms.” identified physical, biological, Madden Library on Thursday, Although the exhibit features and cultural techniques in September 6. Prof. Barlow Der three main genocides of the genocides that result in the Mugrdechian, Director of the twentieth century, it does not complete erasure of a race. Armenian Studies Program, who mean there is no room to honor The discussion shifted the topic planned the exhibition’s coming and recognize others. “All from the history of genocides to Fresno State, gave introductory victims of genocide are entitled to the prevention of them. The remarks. Special guests included to the same interest, the same broad passive complicity of the Hagopian Photo: Andrew Delritta Hornbuckle, Dean of sympathy, and that should lead us public enables the execution of The exhibition featured panels on the Armenian Genocide, Library Services at Fresno State’s to looking into other genocides,” a genocide. “The vulnerability of the Jewish Holocaust, and the Rwandan Genocide. 8 Hye Sharzhoom October 2018 The Armenian Studies Program, Saroyan House Museum Now Open Homenetmen Fresno Sassoon Chapter, On-Line Reservations Available and Hamazkayin Taniel Varoujan Chapter

on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of Homenetmen present “The Republic of Armenia: A Daring Endeavor, 1918-2018” Dr. Richard Hovannisian (UCLA, USC, Chapman University) In this centennial year of the Repub- lic of Armenia, Professor Hovannisian will reflect on the enormous challenges of establishing the first independent Ar- menian state in more than 500 years. In an illustrated power-point presentation, Make your reservations now at: he will assess how the difficult road to independence evolved into an opportu- saroyanhouse.com nity for a self-sustainable united sovereign republic that would gather in the historic homelands and all elements of the Armenian people the “The Curious Case of Ahmed Necmeddian Bey: world over. A Look into the Sociopolitical Climate Thursday, November 1, 2018 • 7:30PM in Aintab on the Eve of 1915” Garo & Alice Gureghian Armenian Cultural Center by 2348 Ventura St., Fresno Free admission and parking Dr. Ümit Kurt Tuesday, November 6, 2018 • 7:30PM The Armenian Studies Program University Business Center, and CineCulture Room 191, Auditorium • Fresno State

present Dr. Ümit Kurt Free admission “Roots” “The Hidden Map of Historic Armenia”

with Producer presented by Explorer Steven Sim Lilit Martirosyan and Producer Ani Hovannisian “Roots,” by Armenian direc- tor Vahé Yan, tells the story Special screening of the video- of a Boston-based journalist- blogger named Aram who de- The Hidden Map cides to visit Armenia on the eve of the 100th anniversary Tuesday, November 13, 2018 • 7:30PM of the Armenian Genocide in 2015 and cover the commem- University Business Center, orative events on his blog. Room 191, Auditorium • Fresno State Steven Sim and Free admission Ani Hovannisian Friday, November 2, 2018 • 5:30PM The Armenian Series at Fresno State Fifty Years Leon and Pete Peters General Editor: Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian of Armenian Educational Center Auditorium Literature Ordering information: in France 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Shaw and Woodrow Aves. The Press at California State University, Fresno Entrance at the Student Recreation Center 2380 E. Keats, MB 99, Fresno CA 93740-8024 559-278-3056 • [email protected] $20 a copy Free admission and parking www.thepressatcsufresno.org HYE SHARZHOOM Thank You Donors Vahaken Arslanian Clovis NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT Richard Asadoorian Bend, OR David Barsamian Pasadena Hye Sharzhoom is sent without charge to thousands of people throughout the world. Alfreda Barton Clovis Although there is no subscription fee, we urge readers to support our efforts with Dr. Lisa Joy Dabanian Bakersfield donations of any amount. This request has assumed a special importance because of Joan Kaprelian Scottsdale, AZ increased mailing costs. Gloria Kaprielian Walnut Creek Karl DeKlotz Fresno Yes, I would like to support the Hye Sharzhoom mailing expenses with a donation in memory of Todd Hendrickson of: $ Roxie Jizmejian Fresno in memory of her mother Mary Danayan Haydostian Name: Ara Manoogian Whitman, MA Paulette Janian Melkonian/ Fresno Denise Melkonian Address: City: State: Zip: Paul & Jane Mooradian Family Clovis Irma Noroian Fresno Please make checks payable to Armenian Studies Program and send to: Dennis R. Papazian San Jose Armenian Studies Program Leo & Marlene Pilibosian Fresno California State University, Fresno Carol M. Rustigian Lafayette 5245 N. Backer Ave PB4 Edwin Sadoian Fresno Fresno CA 93740-8001 Sevag & Dzaghik Tateosian Fresno