Hye Sharzhoom Armenian Action
If you could go back and visit an Armenian Historical event, what would it be and why?
Haverj Stanboulian
Staff Writer
Ani Ekezyan
Freshman
Major: Biology
If I could go back in time and visit an Armenian historical event it would be September 21, 1991, when the Republic of Armenia was restored after 70 years of Soviet rule. It would be an exciting and honorable experience to be present on the day Armenians regained their Independence. I would like to be present in a positive, memorable, and powerful day in our history that displays the strength, love, and pride that the Armenian people have.
Sean Minier
Senior
Major: Business Administration, Computer Information Systems
I would want to experience the time when the Armenians immigrated to the United States after the Genocide. My grandmother Sara Kunjosian was from Kayseri, Turkey. My grandfather Sarkis Kunjosian was from Sivas, Turkey. They were only in their villages for a short period of time during the Genocide. My grandfather fled to Greece and my Grandma traveled to Syria with her mother. I would like to learn about where both my grandparents were after they escaped the Genocide and would like to visit Armenia to understand more about my culture.
Tadeh Issakhanian
Graduate Student
Major: Masters in Business Administration
I would go back to August 23, 1990, to the first session of the Supreme Council of Armenia. This was the day the declaration on the “Independence of Armenia” was adopted. It would be very special to witness the events of the day that led to the eventual proclamation of the Independent Republic of Armenia.
Lucy Ekezyan
Freshman
Major: Biology
I would go back to 301 AD when the Armenians officially adopted Christianity as their state religion. Witnessing this event would mean being able to see the chapter in our extensive and rich timeline that essentially shaped our way of life. While our decision to be Christian has sometimes proved costly, the consequences are greatly outweighed by the blessings gifted to our people for being Christian— the commitment and strength to our faith truly defines Armenians around the world.