ASO Christmas Ball Attracts Students and Community

A group of students at the ASO Christmas Ball.
*Photos: ASP Archive*

Michael Mazman
Staff Writer

On Wednesday, December 22, 2021, the Armenian Students Organization held its biggest fundraiser of the year, the ASO “Christmas Ball.” On this night, members of the Armenian community from all over the Central Valley gathered at Pilgrim Armenian Congregational Church to enjoy a full dinner, catered by Ararat Market and Grill.

The Andrew Hagopian Ensemble: Jonathan Chardukian, Andrew Hagopian, and Michael Mazman, at the ASO Ball.

Guests had the pleasure of bidding in a silent dessert auction with cakes donated from local bakeries and dessert shops, while listening to live traditional Armenian music, courtesy of the Andrew Hagopian Ensemble. Over 200 students, parents, and community members were in attendance.

The ASO would like to thank the Armenian community of Fresno for its continued investment and participation in our club. “With the support of our donors and business sponsors, we will be able to continue our mission of serving the Armenian students at Fresno State,” said ASO Treasurer Jonathan Chardukian.

“Fundraisers like these go directly towards the benefit of our club and its members, hopefully for years to come.”