USC’s Armenian Studies 3rd Annual Armenian History Month

We’re excited to share the calendar for the 3rd Annual Armenian History Month at USC 🇦🇲✨

Join us this April for a series of events celebrating Armenian history, culture, and contemporary conversations:

📅 Opening Ceremony

Tuesday, April 7 | 12:00–2:00 PM

📍 Hahn Plaza (Tommy Trojan)

Kick off the month with remarks by Provost Andrew Guzman, a dance performance, Armenian food, and more! Co-organized with @usc_asa

📖 Armenian Folklore Workshop: A Song of a Thousand Voices

Thursday, April 9 | 6:30 PM

📍 USC Institute of Armenian Studies

An enchanting evening with Dr. Gohar Melikyan and Nare Babakhanian exploring Armenian folklore, storytelling, and the timeless tale of the Hazaran Blbul.

🗣 Naming Problems: From “Islamized” & “Hidden” to Muslim Armenians in Turkey

Thursday, April 16 | 6:30 PM

📍 USC Institute of Armenian Studies

Dr. Hrag Papazian examines the complexities of identity, history, and the politics of naming in contemporary discourse.

🖼 The Ones Who Stayed: An Exhibition on Contemporary Armenian Life in Istanbul

Thursday, April 30 | 7:00 PM

An exhibition exploring modern Armenian life in Istanbul by Maral Tavitian and Alexis Pazoumian.

Come be part of a month of learning, reflection, and community.