1997_05 Hye Sharzhoom Newspaper May 1997

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Hye Sharzhoom
May 1997
Graduates of 1997
Rosemary Levon Kalpakian
BA Mass Communication and Journalism
emphasis in production
Every year at Fresno State has been memorable for Rosy, but graduation day will be the
most memorable moment ever. Rosy started out as an art major, but soon changed to MCJ.
After taking a single camera production class she realized that even though the class was
challenging, she had found what she wanted to do in her life. The most supportive people
in her life, she says are her friends and family, "Especially my father whose life and sacrifice
is all the inspiration I need to stand tall and go on." After graduation, Rosy plans to keep
working at KMPH Fox 26, where she currently works. In Rosy's words " I have reached the
end of the tunnel, and I can soon breathe."
Corinne Ohanessian
BA Advertising
Corinne always wanted to be in advertising, but started out as an interior design major in
Beirut, Lebanon. After finding out that she didn't have the patience to draw straight lines all
day, she switched to advertising. After graduation, Corinne would like to find a job in an
advertising agency as a copywriter. She also is planning to get a Masters in either French
or photography. For Corinne the most memorable moments at Fresno State would be making
friends with students from different cultures and backgrounds. "I'll take with me their
stories, their joy and their pain."
Emmanuel Ohannessian
BA Computer Science
Computers have always been Emmanuel's fascination. He decided to become a
computer programmer in the ninth grade. After moving to the United States in 1991 from
Lebanon, Emmanuel chose Fresno State where he would get his degree. The person who
inspired Emmanuel most would be his professor Dr. Brent Auernheimer. The most
memorable moment for Emmanuel was when he got his AS degree, two years after he came
to Fresno' State, even though English was his fourth language. He says he will miss a lot of
good friends he made during his years at Fresno State.
Grace Gerges
BA Liberal Studies
The most beneficial thing Grace says she learned during her time at Fresno State, is
that her faith in the Lord was strengthened as it rose to new challenges. Grace would like to
recognize her parents, and says, "Especially my hero, my mom-it was her strength, faith, and
unconditional support that saw me through." The memorable things that Grace will leave
behind, is all the friendships she made during her years at Fresno State. For now Grace has
been accepted into the credential program, and is waiting to hear from the Peace Corps.
Aram Nigol Sarkissian
BA Mass Communication and Journalism
Minor Armenian Studies
Aram says, he has been fortunate in the sense that by graduation, he will have two
years of work experience in his field. He currently works at KMPH Fox 26, he also has been
the host of the Armenian radio show on KFSR 90.7 for 3 1/2 years. Originally a business
major, Aram changed his major to MCJ, because he realized that broadcasting was somthing
he had always wanted to do. He wanted to be the next Peter Jennings. After graduation,
Aram would like to land ajob back home, San Francisco. The people that Aram would like
to recognize, are his close friends, Rosemary Kalpakian and Paul Chaderjian for their
inspiration and support. Aram states, "One of the most beneficial things I have learned
during my time at Fresno State is how to organize and make the most of my time,"
Hakop Adjinian
BA Business Administration Accounting
Ever since high school Hakop
had made up his mind to major in accountancy. After
completing his major, his new
goal now is to pass the CPA
exam. Hakop recognizes his
family and friends for their
continuous support, and
states that the secret in overcoming the challenges in life
is to be prepared and above
all be disciplined. One ofthe
most beneficial things Hakop
has learned during the time at
Fresno State is that hard work
and dedication enables a person to overcome any obstacles in life.
Joseph I. Krajekian
BS Biology
Molecular and Cellular
Biology Option
After completing a . year at
Fresno City college, Joseph
transferred to Fresno State,
where he completed a Bachelors degree in Biology in
three and a half years. After
graduation Joseph is starting
graduate school at Tufts University School of Dental
Medicine. The most challenging semester at Fresno
State was when Joseph was
completing 27 units while
working 20 hours a week and
taking scuba diving and flying lessons. Joseph wants to
recognize his older brother
Jack for his guidance and support. He states, "He was not
only my brother, but my best
friend and a role model."