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PRESS OFFICE
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-0710; Fax: (212) 779-3558
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
June 16, 2011
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Eastern Diocese Welcomes Three Students for Summer Internship
The Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern) is proud to announce
that three interns-Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie
Quinn-have joined the Diocesan team for an eight-week summer program.
In addition to assisting with projects in various Diocesan departments, the
interns will attend morning prayer and daily Bible-study sessions. They also
will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the Armenian Church
and the Eastern Diocese by taking part in weekly lunch meetings with area
clergy. In addition, interns will receive weekly Armenian-language
instruction from Gilda Kupelian, the Diocese's coordinator of Armenian
Studies.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, welcomed the interns to the
Diocese on Wednesday, June 15. "It's wonderful to have dedicated young
people from our parishes serving the Diocese," Archbishop Barsamian said.
"The internship program is a good opportunity for young people to learn more
about both the mission of the Armenian Church and the operations of the
Diocesan Center."
Nancy Basmajian, executive secretary of the ACYOA, is overseeing the summer
program. "Although they've only been here for a few days, the interns have
already become part of the Diocesan family," Basmajian said. "Their
enthusiasm is inspiring and refreshing. We're all looking forward to a
productive summer with their presence and assistance."
Andrea Gumushian, 21, of St. John Church of Greater Detroit, Mich., will
work in the Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center and in the Office of
the Executive Director. A history of art and economics major at Wellesley
College in Massachusetts, Andrea has served as a counselor at St. Nersess
Summer Conferences and Hye Camp. As a member of the ACYOA, she has also
served as a delegate to the organization's General Assembly.
At Wellesley, where Andrea will be a senior in the fall, she founded the
school's Armenian Students Association and recently led a supply drive as
part of the Fund for Armenian Relief-ACYOA partnership.
"I am excited about learning the Armenian language, attending Bible Studies,
and getting to know everyone at the Diocese," Andrea said. "Most
importantly, I look forward to learning more about how I can best serve our
Diocese as a young leader and member of the church."
Melanie Panosian, 19, of St. Mary Church of Livingston, N.J., will intern in
the Communications Department. Melanie just completed her sophomore year at
Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania, where she is majoring in mathematics and
minoring in creative writing. An active member of her local parish, Panosian
has taught Sunday School at St. Mary Church.
"As a young Armenian growing up in America, it's difficult to constantly
remain in tune with my ethnicity and religion around people of many
different backgrounds," Panosian said. "I'm glad to have the chance to be
surrounded by so many Armenians, especially those as involved with the
culture and faith as my co-workers at the Diocese."
She added, "I hope to learn more about my Armenian faith and culture these
next eight weeks at the Diocese, in addition to improving my writing,
communication, and business skills."
Melanie Quinn, 21, of Holy Ascension Church of Trumbull, Conn., will assist
the Department of Youth and Education. She is a communications major at the
University of New Hampshire, where she is also pursuing minors in English
and business. She will enter her senior year in the fall.
At Holy Ascension Church, she has been a member of the junior choir and the
ACYOA. Melanie has also attended the St. Nersess Summer Conferences, and two
summers ago took part in the ACYOA Armenia Service Program.
"I really look forward to learning more about the ins and outs of the
Diocese's Christian education department, re-connecting with the Bible, as
well as learning how to speak Armenian," she said.
The three are living in student housing at New York University, along with
some 30 summer interns participating in the Armenian General Benevolent
Union internship program. They will join AGBU interns for several
educational, cultural, and social activities throughout the summer.
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Photo attached: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Nancy Basmajian meet with
the Diocese's summer interns, Andrea Gumushian (seated next to Nancy
Basmajian), Melanie Panosian (opposite Andrea Gumushian), and Melanie Quinn.
From: Baghdasarian
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-0710; Fax: (212) 779-3558
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://www.armenianchurch-ed.net
June 16, 2011
_______________________________________________
Eastern Diocese Welcomes Three Students for Summer Internship
The Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern) is proud to announce
that three interns-Andrea Gumushian, Melanie Panosian, and Melanie
Quinn-have joined the Diocesan team for an eight-week summer program.
In addition to assisting with projects in various Diocesan departments, the
interns will attend morning prayer and daily Bible-study sessions. They also
will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the Armenian Church
and the Eastern Diocese by taking part in weekly lunch meetings with area
clergy. In addition, interns will receive weekly Armenian-language
instruction from Gilda Kupelian, the Diocese's coordinator of Armenian
Studies.
Archbishop Khajag Barsamian, Diocesan Primate, welcomed the interns to the
Diocese on Wednesday, June 15. "It's wonderful to have dedicated young
people from our parishes serving the Diocese," Archbishop Barsamian said.
"The internship program is a good opportunity for young people to learn more
about both the mission of the Armenian Church and the operations of the
Diocesan Center."
Nancy Basmajian, executive secretary of the ACYOA, is overseeing the summer
program. "Although they've only been here for a few days, the interns have
already become part of the Diocesan family," Basmajian said. "Their
enthusiasm is inspiring and refreshing. We're all looking forward to a
productive summer with their presence and assistance."
Andrea Gumushian, 21, of St. John Church of Greater Detroit, Mich., will
work in the Krikor and Clara Zohrab Information Center and in the Office of
the Executive Director. A history of art and economics major at Wellesley
College in Massachusetts, Andrea has served as a counselor at St. Nersess
Summer Conferences and Hye Camp. As a member of the ACYOA, she has also
served as a delegate to the organization's General Assembly.
At Wellesley, where Andrea will be a senior in the fall, she founded the
school's Armenian Students Association and recently led a supply drive as
part of the Fund for Armenian Relief-ACYOA partnership.
"I am excited about learning the Armenian language, attending Bible Studies,
and getting to know everyone at the Diocese," Andrea said. "Most
importantly, I look forward to learning more about how I can best serve our
Diocese as a young leader and member of the church."
Melanie Panosian, 19, of St. Mary Church of Livingston, N.J., will intern in
the Communications Department. Melanie just completed her sophomore year at
Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania, where she is majoring in mathematics and
minoring in creative writing. An active member of her local parish, Panosian
has taught Sunday School at St. Mary Church.
"As a young Armenian growing up in America, it's difficult to constantly
remain in tune with my ethnicity and religion around people of many
different backgrounds," Panosian said. "I'm glad to have the chance to be
surrounded by so many Armenians, especially those as involved with the
culture and faith as my co-workers at the Diocese."
She added, "I hope to learn more about my Armenian faith and culture these
next eight weeks at the Diocese, in addition to improving my writing,
communication, and business skills."
Melanie Quinn, 21, of Holy Ascension Church of Trumbull, Conn., will assist
the Department of Youth and Education. She is a communications major at the
University of New Hampshire, where she is also pursuing minors in English
and business. She will enter her senior year in the fall.
At Holy Ascension Church, she has been a member of the junior choir and the
ACYOA. Melanie has also attended the St. Nersess Summer Conferences, and two
summers ago took part in the ACYOA Armenia Service Program.
"I really look forward to learning more about the ins and outs of the
Diocese's Christian education department, re-connecting with the Bible, as
well as learning how to speak Armenian," she said.
The three are living in student housing at New York University, along with
some 30 summer interns participating in the Armenian General Benevolent
Union internship program. They will join AGBU interns for several
educational, cultural, and social activities throughout the summer.
###
Photo attached: Archbishop Khajag Barsamian and Nancy Basmajian meet with
the Diocese's summer interns, Andrea Gumushian (seated next to Nancy
Basmajian), Melanie Panosian (opposite Andrea Gumushian), and Melanie Quinn.
From: Baghdasarian