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Mav 1989 Hve Sharzhoom 10th Anniversary Features, Pages Young Armenian Students Visit Campus They learn about ASO and hear a lecture on the Armenian Genocide By Scott Asmar Staff Photographer On April 24th, the local area high schools came to Fresno State to join in the Commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. This gathering was sponsored by the CSUF Armenian Students Organization (ASO). Over 40 students from Roosevelt, Fowler, Sanger, Fresno, San Joaquin Memorial, and Bullard high schools attended the day's events which included Dr. Hovannisian's lecture on the Genocide of 1915. A tour of the campus was also conducted. Upon their arrival the students gathered at the Armenian Studies office where they met one another and got acquainted with the members of the ASO. The local news stations were on the scene by taking pictures and interviewing the students. With the guidance of the organization, the students were led across campus to the College Union where a presentation was made by the ASO president Jacqueline Sislian and vice president Shant Avakian. They explained to the visiting students what the ASO has done in past activities, including lectures by guest speakers. Also, discussion about the Armenian genocide and the Armenian community were of interest to the young guests. Christina Tusan, a junior at Sanger High School commented, "I think it's really good that ASO united all the high schools to commemorate the 1915 massacre." Her sister, Michelle Tusan, added, "I think it's an excellent idea, a well presented event, and there seems to be a big interest in the community's youth." After the presentation the students proceeded to The Pit to have lunch and further discuss the main topic bf the day, the Armenian Genocide. "You can't really blame this generation (the Turks)," was one view by Justin Parnagian, a junior at Fowler High. "But I have great resentment toward the Turkish government" The students were interested in every aspect of the genocide lecture. Dr. Hovannisian grasped their attention as they were eager to ask questions. Darrin Peters, a junior at Fowler High School, said "They were wrong for doing what they did, it was like the Germans and the Jews. I feel the Turks need to acknowledge what took place in 1915." At the conclusion of the lecture the students explored the campus and were able to think over some important topics they learned about their heritage. The positive response and support from these students made the visitation and commemoration a special event It united the Armenian youth for a cause that all Armenians share, the Armenian Genocide of 1915 by the Ottoman empire. Campus "Hye" Profile Students Angry with Turkish Propaganda Three Armenian students on the CSUF campus were asked to express their feelings regarding the following questions? As an Armenian, what does the year 1915 mean to you today? Also, it has been said that the Turkish government is paying an American public relations firm millions to dissiminate propaganda stating that there was not a genocide of the Armenian people in 1915. How does this make you feel? CINDY ALIKIAN Age: 19 Year in School: Sophomore Major Accounting Cindy is a member of the Armenian Students Organization and is also the organization's representative for the upcoming Hye Company Dance. Interested In Advertising With Hye Sharzhoom??? Call (209)294-2669 Armenian Display An exhibit featuring Armenian artifacts, literature and pictures of past and present day Armenia displayed during April in the CSUF Henry Madden Library. The exhibit was set up by Matthew Jendian, a CSUF student minoring in Armenian Studies. 1915 is a year of sorrow and remorse. Even today I feel as though the people who died were part of my family. This incident should never be forgotten and we must continously fight to keep our heritage alive. It makes me furious (to know that the Turkish government is dis- siminating propaganda). The Turkish government should be sorry for what they did to our people. They could never begin to pay us back for the millions of lives they took from us. GREG BALAKIAN Age: 22 Year in School: Junior Major: Marketing Greg is the former treasurer for the Holy Trinity Youth Group and also a current member of the CSUF Armenian Students Organization. a day of great sorrow, not just for Armenians, but for all humane people in the world. I have always felt that we Armenians have been denied the chance to show the world what we are made of. We have always rebuilt what we had lost. And just when we get a little ahead, we are pulled back. As I look at other countries in the world, I see what we Armenians are lacking. We lack a free and independent Armenia in which we can retain our beautiful culture and grow as a responsible group of people. Most people, when they think of Armenia, they think of villages and farms. 1 see Armenia being a highly civilized and developed industrial entity in the world. But we were denied that and still are! We all know Armenians are very industrious in their work. I believe Armenians can create cities more beautiful then can be limited only be imagination. But again April 24th, and the events preceeding and following, denied that right to us! 1915 is a time when millions of Armenians were massacred by the Turks. I consider most of the general public is easy to manipulate. Money has been known to talk to the people. The Turkish government has been paying manipulators. How easy it is when people do no understand the issues andfor are ignorant to the facts. YEREVAN OHANNESSIAN Age: 21 Year in School: Senior Major: Business Yerevan is vice-president of the Armenian Youth Federation, member of the Armenian Students Organization, Sunday School teacher for the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church of Fresno, and an ordained sub- deacon. As a responsible and God fearing person, I feel that justice prevails. I do not mean forget it, but do everything possible to preserve truth. People cannot stand behind lies forever - the skeleton comes out of the closet eventually. April 24th is Genocide Awareness Program Conducted By Sheri Hokokian Stqff Writer The United Armenian Youth presented a Genocide Awareness Program on Sunday, April 23, 1989. It was a gathering of the many Armenian youth organizations throughout the Fresno area, that wanted to show that the youth is active and plays a big part in the commemoration. The program consisted of opening and closing remarks by Ara Karkazian. Yerevan Ohannessian talked about the Turkish propaganda that is currently in progress. He explained how the Turks, with the use of advertisement are claiming that they are victims instead of the Armenian people. When he was talking the crown was amazed that that the Turks have been getting away with these false advertisments. Also included in the program was an encouraging speech by Matthew Jendian who told everyone to keep supporting Armenian activities and important issues by getting more involved. Kevork Oflazian gave a preview for the film "The Forgotten Genocide," which was viewed by those attending. The film, which was narrated by Mike Connors, showed explicit brutal and inhumane scenes of victims during the 1915 Armenian genocide. The Genocide Awareness Program consisted of 65 people who were from church affiliated and Armenian organizations in the community. These participating organizations included the CSUF Armenr Students Organization (ASO), Amu an Youth Federation (AYF), Holy Trinity You t, HYEM, and Pilgrim Youth. V Vallev Bakery ■^——■—°——^■■— —————«■>■ Home of Peda Bread Since 1922 The Bakery with a Heart 502 M Street Fresno. California 93721 20W485-2700
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Title | 1989_05 Hye Sharzhoom Newspaper May 1989 |
Alternative Title | Armenian Action, Vol. 10 No. 3, May 1989; Ethnic Supplement to the Collegian. |
Publisher | Armenian Studies Program, California State University, Fresno. |
Publication Date | 1989 |
Description | Published two to four times a year. The newspaper of the California State University, Fresno Armenian Students Organization and Armenian Studies Program. |
Subject | California State University, Fresno – Periodicals. |
Contributors | Armenian Studies Program; Armenian Students Organization, California State University, Fresno. |
Coverage | 1979-2014 |
Format | Newspaper print |
Language | eng |
Full-Text-Search | Scanned at 200-360 dpi, 18-bit greyscale - 24-bit color, TIFF or PDF. PDFs were converted to TIF using Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro. |
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Title | May 1989 Page 5 |
Full-Text-Search | Mav 1989 Hve Sharzhoom 10th Anniversary Features, Pages Young Armenian Students Visit Campus They learn about ASO and hear a lecture on the Armenian Genocide By Scott Asmar Staff Photographer On April 24th, the local area high schools came to Fresno State to join in the Commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. This gathering was sponsored by the CSUF Armenian Students Organization (ASO). Over 40 students from Roosevelt, Fowler, Sanger, Fresno, San Joaquin Memorial, and Bullard high schools attended the day's events which included Dr. Hovannisian's lecture on the Genocide of 1915. A tour of the campus was also conducted. Upon their arrival the students gathered at the Armenian Studies office where they met one another and got acquainted with the members of the ASO. The local news stations were on the scene by taking pictures and interviewing the students. With the guidance of the organization, the students were led across campus to the College Union where a presentation was made by the ASO president Jacqueline Sislian and vice president Shant Avakian. They explained to the visiting students what the ASO has done in past activities, including lectures by guest speakers. Also, discussion about the Armenian genocide and the Armenian community were of interest to the young guests. Christina Tusan, a junior at Sanger High School commented, "I think it's really good that ASO united all the high schools to commemorate the 1915 massacre." Her sister, Michelle Tusan, added, "I think it's an excellent idea, a well presented event, and there seems to be a big interest in the community's youth." After the presentation the students proceeded to The Pit to have lunch and further discuss the main topic bf the day, the Armenian Genocide. "You can't really blame this generation (the Turks)," was one view by Justin Parnagian, a junior at Fowler High. "But I have great resentment toward the Turkish government" The students were interested in every aspect of the genocide lecture. Dr. Hovannisian grasped their attention as they were eager to ask questions. Darrin Peters, a junior at Fowler High School, said "They were wrong for doing what they did, it was like the Germans and the Jews. I feel the Turks need to acknowledge what took place in 1915." At the conclusion of the lecture the students explored the campus and were able to think over some important topics they learned about their heritage. The positive response and support from these students made the visitation and commemoration a special event It united the Armenian youth for a cause that all Armenians share, the Armenian Genocide of 1915 by the Ottoman empire. Campus "Hye" Profile Students Angry with Turkish Propaganda Three Armenian students on the CSUF campus were asked to express their feelings regarding the following questions? As an Armenian, what does the year 1915 mean to you today? Also, it has been said that the Turkish government is paying an American public relations firm millions to dissiminate propaganda stating that there was not a genocide of the Armenian people in 1915. How does this make you feel? CINDY ALIKIAN Age: 19 Year in School: Sophomore Major Accounting Cindy is a member of the Armenian Students Organization and is also the organization's representative for the upcoming Hye Company Dance. Interested In Advertising With Hye Sharzhoom??? Call (209)294-2669 Armenian Display An exhibit featuring Armenian artifacts, literature and pictures of past and present day Armenia displayed during April in the CSUF Henry Madden Library. The exhibit was set up by Matthew Jendian, a CSUF student minoring in Armenian Studies. 1915 is a year of sorrow and remorse. Even today I feel as though the people who died were part of my family. This incident should never be forgotten and we must continously fight to keep our heritage alive. It makes me furious (to know that the Turkish government is dis- siminating propaganda). The Turkish government should be sorry for what they did to our people. They could never begin to pay us back for the millions of lives they took from us. GREG BALAKIAN Age: 22 Year in School: Junior Major: Marketing Greg is the former treasurer for the Holy Trinity Youth Group and also a current member of the CSUF Armenian Students Organization. a day of great sorrow, not just for Armenians, but for all humane people in the world. I have always felt that we Armenians have been denied the chance to show the world what we are made of. We have always rebuilt what we had lost. And just when we get a little ahead, we are pulled back. As I look at other countries in the world, I see what we Armenians are lacking. We lack a free and independent Armenia in which we can retain our beautiful culture and grow as a responsible group of people. Most people, when they think of Armenia, they think of villages and farms. 1 see Armenia being a highly civilized and developed industrial entity in the world. But we were denied that and still are! We all know Armenians are very industrious in their work. I believe Armenians can create cities more beautiful then can be limited only be imagination. But again April 24th, and the events preceeding and following, denied that right to us! 1915 is a time when millions of Armenians were massacred by the Turks. I consider most of the general public is easy to manipulate. Money has been known to talk to the people. The Turkish government has been paying manipulators. How easy it is when people do no understand the issues andfor are ignorant to the facts. YEREVAN OHANNESSIAN Age: 21 Year in School: Senior Major: Business Yerevan is vice-president of the Armenian Youth Federation, member of the Armenian Students Organization, Sunday School teacher for the Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church of Fresno, and an ordained sub- deacon. As a responsible and God fearing person, I feel that justice prevails. I do not mean forget it, but do everything possible to preserve truth. People cannot stand behind lies forever - the skeleton comes out of the closet eventually. April 24th is Genocide Awareness Program Conducted By Sheri Hokokian Stqff Writer The United Armenian Youth presented a Genocide Awareness Program on Sunday, April 23, 1989. It was a gathering of the many Armenian youth organizations throughout the Fresno area, that wanted to show that the youth is active and plays a big part in the commemoration. The program consisted of opening and closing remarks by Ara Karkazian. Yerevan Ohannessian talked about the Turkish propaganda that is currently in progress. He explained how the Turks, with the use of advertisement are claiming that they are victims instead of the Armenian people. When he was talking the crown was amazed that that the Turks have been getting away with these false advertisments. Also included in the program was an encouraging speech by Matthew Jendian who told everyone to keep supporting Armenian activities and important issues by getting more involved. Kevork Oflazian gave a preview for the film "The Forgotten Genocide," which was viewed by those attending. The film, which was narrated by Mike Connors, showed explicit brutal and inhumane scenes of victims during the 1915 Armenian genocide. The Genocide Awareness Program consisted of 65 people who were from church affiliated and Armenian organizations in the community. These participating organizations included the CSUF Armenr Students Organization (ASO), Amu an Youth Federation (AYF), Holy Trinity You t, HYEM, and Pilgrim Youth. V Vallev Bakery ■^——■—°——^■■— —————«■>■ Home of Peda Bread Since 1922 The Bakery with a Heart 502 M Street Fresno. California 93721 20W485-2700 |