On March 22, 2019, the Municipality of Valence hosted YSU Ijevan Branch Delegation.
The meeting was attended by Valence Mayor Nikolas Daragon, deputy mayor F.Doman, numerous representatives of the Armenian community, N. Qeshishyan, President of the Center for Armenian Cultural Heritage and Friends, President of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) K. Margaryan and hosted families.
Mr. Daragon warmly welcomed the Armenian delegation. He touched upon the French-Armenian centuries-old friendships, Ijevan-Valence cooperation, YSUIB and Valence Maestris University students exchange program. The Mayor expressed hope that the exchange program would become more effective, thanked all for organizing the Armenian students’ visit and individual benefactors.
Then the head of the Armenian delegation A. Mardanyan delivered a speech. She conveyed her gratitude for warm reception and handed the tour guide about Tavush region by YSUIB Director. Ms. Mardanyan also underlined that they were proud that Gohar Hamzyan, YSUIB former lecturer, was doing a patriotic job to help her own university.
The meeting ended with a reception.
The Branch students left with beautiful gifts and warm impressions.
