On May 6-7, 2019, within the framework of CBA “Month of My Finance” program, YSU Ijevan Branch hosted two-day training on “Finances for All”, conducted by YSU Ijevan Branch graduate, CBA trainer Sona Ghevondyan.

 The training aimed to provide information on various financial concepts.

 It was mentioned that the Central Bank of Armenia jointly with other financial institutions takes steps to raise the level of financial literacy of the people.  This year,” the Month of My Finance” program, which has already become a tradition, has been implemented on 7 topics: key economic indicators, budget management, savings, debt, purchases, protection of rights and fraud, fraud protection.  All this is done through various events, economic games, interactive competitions, tours.  This educational program in the financial sector is continuous.

 The trainer mentioned that the National Strategy for Financial Education has been functioning since 2014.  The implemented activities are aimed at changing knowledge, attitudes and behaviors.  According to Armenuhi Mkrtchyan, Director of CBA Consumer Protection and Financial Education Center, the most difficult component is changing the attitudes and behaviors.  Knowledge is not enough to make people change their behavior.  “Our task is that when making decisions, a person will be aware that if the interest rates on a bank are high, one should not take or apply to another organization.”

 After two-day training, the participants received Certificates from the Central Bank of Armenia.

 All photos are available in the gallery.

On May 7th, 2019, YSUIB hosted Volleyball match between the teams of first, second, third-year students of  “History”, “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology I” and “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology II” of Faculty of Humanities.

The girls’ team demonstrated a persistent competition.

 In the first round, the teams of “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology I and “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology” II competed and the team “Elementary Pedagogy and Psychology” II became the winner with the score of 2: 0.

 Then the girls of the “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology I “  and “History I- III” competed and ended with the absolute supremacy of the “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology” II team.

I-III course teams of the specialty “Elementary Pedagogy and Psychology” and “History 1” competed for the second and third prize and the team of “History” became the winner with the score of 1:0.

The participants were awarded with diplomas and “Elementary Pedagogy and Methodology 2” first prize winner received a souvenir.

 On May 7th, 2019, we had an interview with YSU Ijevan Branch graduate of 2008 academic year, Narek Varshamyan, Head of “Tavush Youth Center” NGO, pedagogue at Ijevan Branch of “SOS-Children’s Villages”.

 – Please tell us your birth date and place.

 – I was born on July 31, in 1987, in Ijevan.

 – Tell us a little bit about your family.

 – My father is from Ijevan, my mother is from the Drmbon village of Artsakh.  My father is a historian, my mother was an economist. I am married, I have 2 daughters.  My wife is from Ijevan, a graduate of YSUIB,she is a designer.

 – What was your childhood dream?

 – Since childhood I dreamed of becoming a businessman, but so far I have a different path in my life.

 – What education did you receive?

 – I studied at YSU Ijevan Branch, Bachelor of Mathematics, Informatics and Pedagogy.  I graduated State Public Administration Academy of the Republic of Armenia, Master’s Degree.

 – What role did YSUIB education have in your life?

 – First and foremost, YSUIB gave me knowledge, a desire to learn more.  I have gained a number of new features, 2 worth mentioning:

• be professional, be able to differentiate the personal and professional life
• When solving the problem, think not only about the solution, but also the beauty of that solution.

 – What work experience do you have?

– Since 2013, I work as Head of “Tavush Youth Center” NGO.

 Since 2010, I work as a pedagogue at Ijevan Branch of “SOS-Children’s Villages”.

In 2008-2009  I worked in the British Red Cross as an assistant to the head of the youth department.

 – What is your favorite book?

 – “ Gevorg Marzpetuni”.  In general, I love reading  historical books  I think that  the system of values of a modern Armenian should be shaped like that 

–What is the last book you read?

 – Anthony Bruno – “Seven” detective book.  It’s a hard reading, but this book is of great interest to me first of all in terms of English grammar.

 – What music do you prefer and what is your favorite song?

 – I like classical music as well as foreign pop and jazz.  Music has a decisive significance for me.  It’s a source of motivation for me.  When making tough decisions, I can listen to Vivaldi “Four seasons”.  I am fond of the song “Vincent” (Don Mclean).

 – What is your favorite movie?

 – It’s definitely “Matrix”.

 – Do you have a favorite sport?

 – I love football (for many years I am Manchester United fan), table tennis and big tennis that I have played for the first time and discovered 10 years ago.  The big tennis attracts me at once.

 – What is your favorite place in Armenia and abroad?

 – I love the Kirants Monastery in Armenia and its surroundings.  Ireland and Scotland are the favorite places in abroad.  If I answer in more detail, I like to walk along the seaside of the Irish Sea of Bangor, Northern Ireland.  I also like Edinburgh, where you seem to be walking in the Middle Ages.

 – What qualities do you appreciate in people?

 – I appreciate honesty, sincerity and sense of justice in people.

 – Do you have favorite quote or slogan?

 – My most favorite quote is Eleanor Roosevelt’s words: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

 – What will you never do?

 – I will never betray.

 -“What are you afraid of?”

 – I think the only thing one should be afraid and overcome is the fear itself.

 -“Why are you sorry?”

 – I regret that I did not take risks more often in life.

 – What helps you make decisions in difficult situations?

 – Conscience, principles and ability to analyze the situation.

 – What do you think is the greatest accomplishment of your life?

 – My greatest accomplishment is my family.  Especially in the most difficult situations, my family always supports me, even when I have small chance of success.

 – What is your formula for success?

 – Do your best and you will succeed.

 – What is the most invaluable advice you have received?

 – In order to succeed, you must just start doing things.

 – What is the main message that you would give to young people (in particular, YSUIB students)?

– Overcome the fear of making mistakes, beloved students, “It’s only those who do nothing that make no mistake”. Do it, try and you will undoubtedly

 – Thank you so much for such an interesting interview.

 Interviewed by YSUIB Public Relations and Media Responsible Hasmik Vanyan. 

  On May 6^th, 2019, within the framework of internship of 2018-2019 academic year, II-year students of “History” of YSUIB made study visits headed by internship supervisor, lecturer of the Department of Armenian History and Social Sciences A. Mkrtumyan.

  Assistant professor, Head of the Department of Professional Orientation and Practice, PhD L. Beginyan, Educational Program Responsible of “History”, PhD., Associate Professor N. Grigoryan, Assistant of Tourism Management and Culturology Department P. Asilbekyan took a part in the internship.

 On May 6 they visited Lori Region, Odzun Temple, Haghpat Church and Sanahin Monastery, Akhtala Monastery and Fortress.

 During the study visits, the students got acquainted with the above-mentioned historical and cultural sites, its construction and operation history, architectural peculiarities, as well as the students themselves delivered lectures.

 The visits gave a special opportunity not only to expand their knowledge about historical and cultural sites, but also to strengthen their knowledge of the history of Armenia of the 10th-13th centuries.