AUA AGBU Papazian Library

The AGBU Papazian Library recently hosted a tour for two groups of 8th graders from School No. 130 named after Nairi Zaryan. They were introduced to the Library’s facilities, services, and resources. We hope to see some of their familiar faces in the coming years!

Today, we celebrate the fiercely original voice behind “Wuthering Heights.” Born on this day in 1818, Emily Brontë became one of the most powerful and enduring voices in English literature. Her only published novel is a gothic masterpiece, exploring themes of generational trauma, obsession, and power. Though often read and marketed as a tragic love story, Brontë’s work defies that narrow interpretation.

“Wuthering Heights” is a bold critique of Victorian ideals, challenging conventional notions of love, class, gender, and morality. Brontë writes not from the center of her society, but from its margins, resonating with the readers to this day.

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Born on this day in 1899, Ernest Hemingway became one of America's most influential authors. His short stories capture the alienation that defined a generation shaped by war and uncertainty. Hemingway was a leading figure of the Lost Generation, a term used to describe writers who came of age during World War I. Alongside peers like F. Scott Fitzgerald and Gertrude Stein, Hemingway captured the voice of a generation searching for meaning in a world changed by war.

📖 Looking to explore the works of the Lost Generation? Visit the AGBU Papazian Library.

AGBU Papazian Library Hosts AMICAL Library Directors’ Meeting

AGBU Papazian Library Hosts AMICAL Library Directors’ Meeting The meeting was a milestone for the Consortium and AUA.

Happy Earth Day 🌍✨

🌿 Libraries are essential partners in sustainability. Every time you borrow instead of buying, you’re making a greener choice. By sharing books, resources, and spaces, we reduce waste, conserve energy, and nurture a culture of reuse and lifelong learning.

Exciting news for our readers ✨

We’ve just added the latest issue of Wasafiri Magazine, “Armenia(n)s: Elevation,” to our collection.

This edition, curated by guest co-editors Tatevik Ayvazyan and Naneh V. Hovhannisyan, brings together an incredible mix of Armenian voices from across the world, including from AUA Faculty. 🌍✨

This special edition explores modern Armenian identities through poetry, fiction, art, and interviews, addressing themes like displacement and memory. With contributions from writers like Krikor Beledian, Nancy Kricorian, Aram Pachyan, and more, this issue is a must-read! 📚

Wrapping up our series on the pioneering women of , we highlight Susanna Sahakyan, the first female valedictorian of the 1993 graduating class. Her achievements set an inspiring precedent for future generations of students.

Reflecting in her speech on her time at AUA, she shared, “Although our studies at the University required much hard work and dedication, including reading by candlelight during many cold nights, we really enjoyed these two years. The feeling of great accomplishment motivated us to pursue our studies to completion.”

She also emphasized the importance of higher education in Armenia encouraging young people to stay committed to their studies.

📸 Photos from AUA Archives.

Continuing our series on the first women employees and founders of , today, we recognize two of AUA’s first women Faculty members, Dr. Cynthia Pavett (first slide) and Dr. Patricia Boyle (second slide), whose contributions helped shape the University’s academic programs.

Dr. Pavett joined the College of Business and Management in its early years, coming from the University of San Diego. Dr. Boyle began teaching during the second year of the Intensive English Program, bringing her expertise and dedication to AUA’s growing community.

📸 Photos from AUA Archives.
📖 Information sourced from Dr. Armen Der Kiureghian’s “From Earthquake Tragedy to Beacon of Light: The Story of the American University of Armenia.”