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AGBU Press Office
55 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022-1112
Phone: 212.319.6383, x118
Fax: 212.319.6507
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.agbu.org
PRESS RELEASE
Thursday, May 5, 2011
AGBU's Young Professionals of Montreal Host Opportunities Fair
On February 10, 2011, the AGBU Young Professionals (YP) Montreal
organized an "Opportunities Fair" to teach local university students of
Armenian descent different ways to work and volunteer during their time
off from school. Over 70 students participated in the event, which was
attended by many YPs and alumni from several organizations. Those on
hand used the opportunity to share their experiences with the students
and explain the benefits of internship programs, volunteer work, and
unique international experiences, particularly those in Armenia.
Alique Akkelian and Laura Chadarevian shared their enriching experiences
participating in the AGBU internship programs in Paris and New York. "I
arrived not knowing what to expect, but the local AGBU chapter guided
all interns throughout their two-month stay," Chadarevian said. Akkelian
encouraged the students to push themselves to try something new. "The
things you fear most will end up being those most worthwhile in your
life," she said.
The vice-chairwoman of YP Montreal, Maral Kassemjian, went into detail
about her own experience helping to build a home for a family in need
with the world-renowned Habitat for Humanity organization. "Everyone
deserves a roof over their head. We all need a house, a place we call
home," said Kassemjian. She mentioned that Habitat for Humanity will be
building houses in the Tavush region of Armenia later this year.
During his volunteer assignment with the Canadian Youth Mission to
Armenia, Alexandre Meterissian arrived in Armenia with his
English-Armenian dictionary and the goal to contribute to a renovation
project. The difficulties in communicating and living in an Armenian
village didn't stop him from creating what he calls "some of the best
memories of my life so far." Karl Armen Boudjikanian introduced
Birthright Armenia to those who attended and explained their commitment
to "making service to and experiences in Armenia an essential rite of
passage afforded to all young Armenians around the world." YP community
liaison Chahe Tanachian spoke to the audience about his inspirational
trip with Discovering Armenian Jerusalem. Tanachian stressed that the
ten-day spiritual journey was a must for all young Armenians. He is
currently enrolled to return for his second trip later in the year.
YP vice-president of finance Ayrem Ohennisian presented information on
the Land and Culture Organization, while YP chairwoman Sarine Chitilian
spoke about the importance of connecting with leaders in the community,
alumni members of associations, and with other students and peers. She
informed the students of the launch of the new online International
Armenian Students Network, AgbuAcademics.com, which went live on
February 27, 2011.
At the conclusion of the presentations, Bishop Bagrat Galstanyan,
Primate of the Canadian Diocese of the Armenian Church, gave a closing
message to the students and encouraged them to get involved in their
community.
Established in 1906, AGBU (www.agbu.org) is the world's largest
non-profit Armenian organization. Headquartered in New York City, AGBU
preserves and promotes the Armenian identity and heritage through
educational, cultural and humanitarian program, annually touching the
lives of some 400,000 Armenians around the world.
For more information about AGBU and its worldwide programs, please visit
www.agbu.org.
From: A. Papazian
55 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022-1112
Phone: 212.319.6383, x118
Fax: 212.319.6507
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.agbu.org
PRESS RELEASE
Thursday, May 5, 2011
AGBU's Young Professionals of Montreal Host Opportunities Fair
On February 10, 2011, the AGBU Young Professionals (YP) Montreal
organized an "Opportunities Fair" to teach local university students of
Armenian descent different ways to work and volunteer during their time
off from school. Over 70 students participated in the event, which was
attended by many YPs and alumni from several organizations. Those on
hand used the opportunity to share their experiences with the students
and explain the benefits of internship programs, volunteer work, and
unique international experiences, particularly those in Armenia.
Alique Akkelian and Laura Chadarevian shared their enriching experiences
participating in the AGBU internship programs in Paris and New York. "I
arrived not knowing what to expect, but the local AGBU chapter guided
all interns throughout their two-month stay," Chadarevian said. Akkelian
encouraged the students to push themselves to try something new. "The
things you fear most will end up being those most worthwhile in your
life," she said.
The vice-chairwoman of YP Montreal, Maral Kassemjian, went into detail
about her own experience helping to build a home for a family in need
with the world-renowned Habitat for Humanity organization. "Everyone
deserves a roof over their head. We all need a house, a place we call
home," said Kassemjian. She mentioned that Habitat for Humanity will be
building houses in the Tavush region of Armenia later this year.
During his volunteer assignment with the Canadian Youth Mission to
Armenia, Alexandre Meterissian arrived in Armenia with his
English-Armenian dictionary and the goal to contribute to a renovation
project. The difficulties in communicating and living in an Armenian
village didn't stop him from creating what he calls "some of the best
memories of my life so far." Karl Armen Boudjikanian introduced
Birthright Armenia to those who attended and explained their commitment
to "making service to and experiences in Armenia an essential rite of
passage afforded to all young Armenians around the world." YP community
liaison Chahe Tanachian spoke to the audience about his inspirational
trip with Discovering Armenian Jerusalem. Tanachian stressed that the
ten-day spiritual journey was a must for all young Armenians. He is
currently enrolled to return for his second trip later in the year.
YP vice-president of finance Ayrem Ohennisian presented information on
the Land and Culture Organization, while YP chairwoman Sarine Chitilian
spoke about the importance of connecting with leaders in the community,
alumni members of associations, and with other students and peers. She
informed the students of the launch of the new online International
Armenian Students Network, AgbuAcademics.com, which went live on
February 27, 2011.
At the conclusion of the presentations, Bishop Bagrat Galstanyan,
Primate of the Canadian Diocese of the Armenian Church, gave a closing
message to the students and encouraged them to get involved in their
community.
Established in 1906, AGBU (www.agbu.org) is the world's largest
non-profit Armenian organization. Headquartered in New York City, AGBU
preserves and promotes the Armenian identity and heritage through
educational, cultural and humanitarian program, annually touching the
lives of some 400,000 Armenians around the world.
For more information about AGBU and its worldwide programs, please visit
www.agbu.org.
From: A. Papazian