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  • New Gift to the Armenian Studies program at the U of Michigan

    PRESS RELEASE
    Armenian Studies Program
    Ingrid Peterson Administrator
    University of Michigan
    1080 S. University, Suite 3633
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1106
    Phone: 734.763.0622; Fax: 734.763.4918
    email: [email protected]
    http://ii.umich.edu/asp



    New Gift to the Armenian Studies program at the University of Michigan
    Bequest Focuses on Student Research and Overseas Experiences

    ANN ARBOR, MICH., January 6, 2010-
    The late Mr. Robert S. Ajemian of Michigan has willed the Armenian
    Studies Program at the University of Michigan the generous amount of
    $350,000. This gift has been designated for student use in two
    endowment funds: the annual proceeds of the first ($250,000) will be
    available for general support for students in Armenian studies, while
    the proceeds of the remaining $100,000 are designated for student
    travel and research abroad. The funds reserved for research and travel
    abroad also qualify for President Mary Sue Coleman's Challenge for The
    Student Global Experience which will add another $50,000 from
    University funds to the initial endowment amount. Starting in the
    spring of 2010 students at the UM with research related to Armenia and
    Armenian studies will be able to benefit from the proceeds of this
    generous and thoughtful combined endowment of $400,000.
    Mr. Ajemian was born in Detroit in 1927, the son of a student
    from Chmshkatzak and a survivor of the Genocide. He served in the US
    army, studied chemistry at Wayne State University. He developed a
    career in occupational health and pollution prevention. He worked for
    major companies and published extensively. He was an outstanding
    member of the Armenian community in the Detroit area. In addition to
    the generous gift provided to the University of Michigan, Mr. Ajemian
    made funds available to various organizations within the Armenian
    community, including to the A.G.B.U Alex & Marie Manoogian School in
    Southfield, Michigan, and the Armenian General Benevolent Union.
    The endowments established by Mr. Ajemian will be known as the
    Haiganoosh Mengushian/Ajemian Memorial Scholarship Fund.

    Armenian Studies Program
    The University of Michigan's Armenian Studies Program promotes the
    study of Armenian history, culture, and society. A member of the
    University of Michigan International Institute, the program organizes
    educational opportunities for students, faculty and the community.
    For more information, contact the Armenian Studies Program at (734)
    763-0622 or visit www.umich.edu/~iinet/asp/.

    University of Michigan International Institute
    The University of Michigan International Institute houses 18 centers
    and programs focused on world regions and global themes. The institute
    develops and supports international teaching, research, and public
    affairs programs to promote global understanding across the campus and
    to build connections with intellectuals and institutions
    worldwide. For more information, visit www.ii.umich.edu.
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    From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
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