Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, sixth from right, with members of the Osher Lifelong Learning class.Photo: Katherine Arslanian Katherine ArslanianStaff Writer The Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI), a program at Fresno State designed for adults ages 50 and up who want to keep learning simply for the joy of it, invited Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian to teach a class, “Armenian ...

California State Assembly members, community leaders, students, and Fresno State officials at the Armenian Genocide Monument, October 16, 2025.Photo: ASP Archive Nellie ChobanyanStaff Writer Fresno State welcomed several members of the California State Assembly for a special legislative visit recognizing the deep historical roots, accomplishments, and ongoing contributions of the Armenian community in the Central Valley. Assemblymember David Tangipa (AD-8), ...

Prof. Barlow Der Mugrdechian, standing, with students from the Arts of Armenia course.Photo: Nellie Chobanyan Nellie ChobanyanStaff Writer At Fresno State, Armenian Studies 20-Arts of Armenia, continues to captivate students from all majors and academic backgrounds. Whether fulfilling a General Education requirement, exploring cultural identity, or simply discovering a new artistic tradition, students consistently describe the class as eye-opening, meaningful, ...