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HAIGAZIAN UNIVERSITY
Mira Yardemian - Public Relations Director
Rue Mexique - Kantari
P.O. Box 11-1748
Riad El-Solh 1107 2090
Beirut - Lebanon
Tel: 961-1-353011
Web: http://www.haigazian.edu.lb/
Concluding Ceremony of the 500th Anniversary of Armenian Printing:
Launching `The Lebanese Armenian Book 1894-2012: A Bibliographic List'
Under the auspices of the culture ministers of both Lebanon and
Republic of Armenia, Mr. Gaby Layoun and Mrs. Hasmig Boghosian the
concluding event of the Haigazian University ceremonial evenings
dedicated to the 500th anniversary of Armenian printing was held on
Friday, March 22, 2013.
The Haigazian University Committee for the celebration of the 500th
anniversary of Armenian printing held a series of events on that
started on May 6, 2012. These included two exhibitions of Lebanese
Armenian newspapers and publishing houses, an acknowledgment evening
for Lebanese Armenian authors who had published books in 2010 and/or
2011, and a gratitude event dedicated to the current workforce of the
Lebanese Armenian newspapers.
For this concluding event, the Committee had invited the director of
the National Library of Armenia, Dr. Dikran Zarkarian as a key note
speaker to the launching of the book called `The Lebanese Armenian
Book 1894-2012: A Bibliographic list', prepared by Dr. Antranik
Dakessian and Dr. Armen Urneshlian.
After welcoming the audience, Ms Sonia Sislian, the chairperson of the
Committee, in a retrospective power point presentation briefed the
audience on the previous four events and highlighted the specific
message of them each.
In his Letter of Appreciation, Culture Minister Gaby Layoun put the
ceremony in its pan-Lebanese context and considered it a `thoroughly
Lebanese national celebration', wishing that the flame of serving to
the Armenian letter is passed on from one generation to the
other. Minister Layoun called on the Lebanese Armenian community and
Haigazian University to continue serving Lebanon and wished them
success in their endeavors. Minister Layoun's letter was read by
Mr. Michel De Chadarevian (advisor of the Minister of Culture).
Ambassador Ashod Kocharian read the letter of acknowledgment of the
Culture Minister of the Republic of Armenia. In her letter, Minister
Hasmig Boghosian highly appreciated the participation of Haigazian
University and its contribution to the 500th anniversary pan-Armenian
ceremonies which were held worldwide. She considered the volume a
unique expression of respect to the Armenian book and literature, and
to the centuries-old Armenian printing efforts. She expressed hope
that such cultural events organized by Haigazian University would add
thrust to the spiritual elevation of the Diaspora.
Dr. Dikran Zarkarian, considered the 500 year old track of Armenian
printing a history of learning intertwined with love towards the
Armenian language, the fatherland and faith. He added that the track
reflected the inclination of the Armenians towards enlightenment and
the spread of human values, respect towards education and the culture
of other nations. Dr. Zarkarian stressed that the acquisition of
national history in depth is an important means for self recognition
and added that historic memory is best preserved in the book for
centuries. Dr. Zarkarian asserted that `bibliography is a key to
written cultural heritage' and as such he considered the new book `a
foundational work of research' and congratulated both the authors of
the book and Haigazian University. Mr. Zarkarian announced the
establishment of a web bank in the National Library of Armenia and
underlined its importance. He assured that this new book will be a
part of that web bank and will serve as a source in providing material
to it.
Eventually, Dr. Zarkarian announced that, considering the very
important input Haigazian University is having in Armenian Culture,
the National Library of Armenia has decided to bestow the University
with its highest ranking medal of `Hagop Meghabard' and invited
Rev. Dr. Haidostian to receive the honor.
Haigazian University students Alice Ipradjian, Varanta Yacoubian and
Boghos Malian and Nanor Madjarian (on the piano) sang the song `Hayots
Darer' under the supervision of Mrs. Roubina Artinian. In his
concluding word, Haigazian University President, Rev. Dr. Paul
Haidostian, noted that all ceremonies dedicated to the celebration of
the 500th anniversary of Armenian printing have been satisfactory and
inspirational to the Haigazian University and the Lebanese Armenian
community. Both Armenian alphabet and those behind it were
acknowledged. Through these events culture was under the spotlight
and another opportunity was given to praise God. Rev. Haidostian
considered the Armenian alphabet and Armenian books as life giving
tools if they are worked on, offered and accepted wholeheartedly and
with devotion. He considered the publication of this bibliographic
book a starting point to research the books published by Armenian
authors in other languages as well as the study of the Armenian book
in the Middle East in general.
On another note, he suggested that Armenians should initiate a new
work-track of translating and offering Armenian literature and culture
to non-Armenians. Such an undertaking would enrich the universal
library and world civilization'. In the end, Rev. Haidostian thanked
all those who participated in these jubilee events, especially
highlighting the authors of the book, Drs. Dakessian and
Urneshlian. He thanked Dr. Zarkarian for his acceptance of the
invitation and as a souvenir of this special occasion he presented a
memento to Dr. Zarkarian.
The event came to its closure with cake cutting and a reception.
The audience was delighted with the free copies of the 460-page
bibliography book distributed to all those present.
Mira Yardemian - Public Relations Director
Rue Mexique - Kantari
P.O. Box 11-1748
Riad El-Solh 1107 2090
Beirut - Lebanon
Tel: 961-1-353011
Web: http://www.haigazian.edu.lb/
Concluding Ceremony of the 500th Anniversary of Armenian Printing:
Launching `The Lebanese Armenian Book 1894-2012: A Bibliographic List'
Under the auspices of the culture ministers of both Lebanon and
Republic of Armenia, Mr. Gaby Layoun and Mrs. Hasmig Boghosian the
concluding event of the Haigazian University ceremonial evenings
dedicated to the 500th anniversary of Armenian printing was held on
Friday, March 22, 2013.
The Haigazian University Committee for the celebration of the 500th
anniversary of Armenian printing held a series of events on that
started on May 6, 2012. These included two exhibitions of Lebanese
Armenian newspapers and publishing houses, an acknowledgment evening
for Lebanese Armenian authors who had published books in 2010 and/or
2011, and a gratitude event dedicated to the current workforce of the
Lebanese Armenian newspapers.
For this concluding event, the Committee had invited the director of
the National Library of Armenia, Dr. Dikran Zarkarian as a key note
speaker to the launching of the book called `The Lebanese Armenian
Book 1894-2012: A Bibliographic list', prepared by Dr. Antranik
Dakessian and Dr. Armen Urneshlian.
After welcoming the audience, Ms Sonia Sislian, the chairperson of the
Committee, in a retrospective power point presentation briefed the
audience on the previous four events and highlighted the specific
message of them each.
In his Letter of Appreciation, Culture Minister Gaby Layoun put the
ceremony in its pan-Lebanese context and considered it a `thoroughly
Lebanese national celebration', wishing that the flame of serving to
the Armenian letter is passed on from one generation to the
other. Minister Layoun called on the Lebanese Armenian community and
Haigazian University to continue serving Lebanon and wished them
success in their endeavors. Minister Layoun's letter was read by
Mr. Michel De Chadarevian (advisor of the Minister of Culture).
Ambassador Ashod Kocharian read the letter of acknowledgment of the
Culture Minister of the Republic of Armenia. In her letter, Minister
Hasmig Boghosian highly appreciated the participation of Haigazian
University and its contribution to the 500th anniversary pan-Armenian
ceremonies which were held worldwide. She considered the volume a
unique expression of respect to the Armenian book and literature, and
to the centuries-old Armenian printing efforts. She expressed hope
that such cultural events organized by Haigazian University would add
thrust to the spiritual elevation of the Diaspora.
Dr. Dikran Zarkarian, considered the 500 year old track of Armenian
printing a history of learning intertwined with love towards the
Armenian language, the fatherland and faith. He added that the track
reflected the inclination of the Armenians towards enlightenment and
the spread of human values, respect towards education and the culture
of other nations. Dr. Zarkarian stressed that the acquisition of
national history in depth is an important means for self recognition
and added that historic memory is best preserved in the book for
centuries. Dr. Zarkarian asserted that `bibliography is a key to
written cultural heritage' and as such he considered the new book `a
foundational work of research' and congratulated both the authors of
the book and Haigazian University. Mr. Zarkarian announced the
establishment of a web bank in the National Library of Armenia and
underlined its importance. He assured that this new book will be a
part of that web bank and will serve as a source in providing material
to it.
Eventually, Dr. Zarkarian announced that, considering the very
important input Haigazian University is having in Armenian Culture,
the National Library of Armenia has decided to bestow the University
with its highest ranking medal of `Hagop Meghabard' and invited
Rev. Dr. Haidostian to receive the honor.
Haigazian University students Alice Ipradjian, Varanta Yacoubian and
Boghos Malian and Nanor Madjarian (on the piano) sang the song `Hayots
Darer' under the supervision of Mrs. Roubina Artinian. In his
concluding word, Haigazian University President, Rev. Dr. Paul
Haidostian, noted that all ceremonies dedicated to the celebration of
the 500th anniversary of Armenian printing have been satisfactory and
inspirational to the Haigazian University and the Lebanese Armenian
community. Both Armenian alphabet and those behind it were
acknowledged. Through these events culture was under the spotlight
and another opportunity was given to praise God. Rev. Haidostian
considered the Armenian alphabet and Armenian books as life giving
tools if they are worked on, offered and accepted wholeheartedly and
with devotion. He considered the publication of this bibliographic
book a starting point to research the books published by Armenian
authors in other languages as well as the study of the Armenian book
in the Middle East in general.
On another note, he suggested that Armenians should initiate a new
work-track of translating and offering Armenian literature and culture
to non-Armenians. Such an undertaking would enrich the universal
library and world civilization'. In the end, Rev. Haidostian thanked
all those who participated in these jubilee events, especially
highlighting the authors of the book, Drs. Dakessian and
Urneshlian. He thanked Dr. Zarkarian for his acceptance of the
invitation and as a souvenir of this special occasion he presented a
memento to Dr. Zarkarian.
The event came to its closure with cake cutting and a reception.
The audience was delighted with the free copies of the 460-page
bibliography book distributed to all those present.