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What does it mean to invest in your homeland?

For Dr. Kenn Kakosian, the answer has always been education.

Through the Kenn Kakosian Family Scholarship Fund, Dr. Kakosian has opened doors for students from Armenia's regions who face financial barriers to higher education. What began at AUA has since expanded to universities across the country.

During his recent campus visit, he met with scholarship recipients, some now in their final years, and witnessed firsthand the growth his generosity has made possible.

"Every time my meetings with the students are filled with so much positive energy, optimism, and brightness," he shared.

His impact extends beyond the classroom. The newly opened Triangle Park–Karen Kakosian Gardens, adjacent to AUA's campus, now stands as a lasting tribute to his commitment to the university and the Yerevan community.

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No Better Investment in the Homeland than Education: Dr. Kenn Kakosian Visits AUA For Dr. Kenn M. Kakosian, investing in education is one of the most...

In 2007, Magdalena Yesil walked onto the AUA campus as a curious visitor. That visit turned out to be the beginning of something far larger than a campus visit.

A Silicon Valley pioneer and first investor in Salesforce, Yesil first established the Troy Kevork Wickett and Justin Yeshil Wickett Endowed Scholarship named after her two sons.

In addition to supporting AUA’s scholarship program, Yesil recently established a named endowed visiting professorship at the AUA Zaven P. and Sonia Akian College of Science and Engineering

Magdalena will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming AUA's 35th Anniversary Gala on November 7 in Los Angeles.

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▶️Watch in full: AUA community gathered to celebrate the life and enduring legacy of late AUA President Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian.

A luminary leader, renowned public health expert, and beloved educator, Dr. Armenian dedicated more than a decade of service to the University, helping shape AUA into the institution it is today.

Celebrating the Life & Legacy of Dr. Haroutune Armenian On June 3, with heartfelt memories, personal stories, and a deep se...

Congratulations to the AUA Class of 2026!

We celebrate graduates who arrived as students and leave as the next generation of leaders, innovators, and contributors to Armenia's future.

Their years at AUA reflect the collective investment of a community that believed in the power of education — faculty, staff, donors, and the countless individuals who make this university what it is.

🎓 Congratulations, AUA Class of 2026!

As you step out into the world, remember you're forever a part of the family. 💙

Cheers to your bright futures! 🥂

On June 4, AUA celebrated the soft opening of the Triangle Park–Karen Kakosian Gardens, a new public green space adjacent to campus made possible through the generosity of Dr. Karen (Kenn) Kakosian, the Avedisian Family Foundation, and USAID.

The park carries the name of Karen Kakosian, AUA supporter and philanthropist, and embodies a legacy of generosity, community service, and dedication to future generations.

Triangle Park–Karen Kakosian Gardens offer accessible green space for AUA students, faculty, and Yerevan residents alike.

Press release: https://newsroom.aua.am/2026/06/05/aua-hosts-opening-triangle-park-karen-kakosian-gardens-new-space-community-reflection-growth/

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Triangle Park–Karen Kakosian Gardens Opening Ceremony On June 4, the American University of Armenia (AUA) hosted the high...

On June 3, the AUA community came together to honor the life and legacy of late President Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian — a visionary educator, physician, and public health pioneer whose impact on AUA and Armenia runs deep.

From building modern facilities to welcoming AUA's first international students, Dr. Armenian helped shape the university into what it is today. His belief in education, community, and human potential continues to guide us.

We are grateful for every life he touched and every door he opened. His legacy lives on in these walls, in our students, and in the communities he served.

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AUA Celebrates the Legacy of Late President Dr. Haroutune K. Armenian - AUA Newsroom With a deep sense of gratitude, the AUA community gathered to celebrate the life and enduring legacy of late AUA President.