NEW YORK, NY — Students, scholars, young professionals and presenters gathered on Saturday at Columbia University for the 2023 ARS Norian Youth Connect Program. This is the first time in three years that the program has been run in-person. The program began with introductions by Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern US board member Barbara-SedaContinue reading “ARS Norian Youth Connect inspires attendees at Columbia University”
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From the humanities to the sciences, ARS Norian Youth Connect enthralls attendees
NEW YORK, NY—Following a two-year virtual hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Norian Youth Connect Program (YCP) returned in-person on Saturday, allowing university students and graduates from throughout North America to kick off the month with meaningful learning, immersive discourse and professional networking. Organized by the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA, with the supportContinue reading “From the humanities to the sciences, ARS Norian Youth Connect enthralls attendees”
ARS of Eastern USA establishes “Tsiran” Chapter of Manhattan
MANHATTAN, NY—The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA is proud to announce the establishment of the ARS “Tsiran” Chapter of Manhattan, New York. This marks the 34th chapter under the leadership of the ARS of Eastern USA, which includes 14 states with active chapter(s) and the nation’s capital, Washington, DC. “We are so excited to welcomeContinue reading “ARS of Eastern USA establishes “Tsiran” Chapter of Manhattan”
ARS of Eastern USA provides update on relief work in Syria
Thousands of people in Syria are reeling from deadly earthquakes that struck on the morning of February 6. The first registered at magnitude 7.8—one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the region in 100 years—and the second at magnitude 7.5. The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA was one of the first to beginContinue reading “ARS of Eastern USA provides update on relief work in Syria”
ARS Norian Youth Connect to be held at Columbia on March 4
NEW YORK, NY—ARS Norian Youth Connect Program (YCP) will return to Columbia University on Saturday, March 4, after being held virtually for two years due to the pandemic. The daylong program for university students will feature short talks, round tables and discussions on a variety of topics ranging from art and culture to international affairsContinue reading “ARS Norian Youth Connect to be held at Columbia on March 4”
ARS of Eastern USA announces scholarship opportunities
WATERTOWN, Mass. — The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. Hundreds of students have been awarded ARS scholarships because of their ambition, hard work and service to their community. This year, the ARS of Eastern USA plans on awarding more students in order to alleviate the financialContinue reading “ARS of Eastern USA announces scholarship opportunities”
ARS of Eastern USA preparing for another year of service
WATERTOWN, Mass.—As we conclude 2022 and begin to gear up for another year of humanitarian service, the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA reflects on its activities and how the work of our membership and the support of our donors and friends allowed us to once again extend our healing hands to those whoContinue reading “ARS of Eastern USA preparing for another year of service”
ARS Eastern USA is on a mission to spread Christmas cheer
WATERTOWN, Mass.—The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Eastern USA has launched its annual Spread Christmas Cheer campaign for the holiday season. The aim of the project is to provide gifts and toys to children in need in Armenia, Artsakh, Javakhk, Syria and Lebanon. Each child will also be invited to celebrate Christmas at a communityContinue reading “ARS Eastern USA is on a mission to spread Christmas cheer”
ARS of Eastern USA to offer Western Armenian conversation classes
The Armenian Relief Society Eastern USA will start Western Armenian conversation classes virtually for adults in January of 2023. The program started at the Nareg Armenian School in New Jersey, and in order to encourage greater participation, it was proposed to be implemented on a regional level. As such, this is a pilot program recommendedContinue reading “ARS of Eastern USA to offer Western Armenian conversation classes”
Reflections from the 101st ARS of Eastern USA Convention
By Kohar Bargamian Teague (Kohar Mardig)101st ARS of Eastern USA Convention Reporter On the first day of the 101st ARS of Eastern USA Convention, delegates arrived in the hotel lobby to a warm welcome from members of the ARS North Carolina “Nayiri” Chapter: Judy Hagopian Edwards, Lusya Shmavonian Schnelli and Anita Mangasarian Bolz. By the timeContinue reading “Reflections from the 101st ARS of Eastern USA Convention”