From Earthquake Tragedy to Beacon of Light: The Story of the American University of Armenia
Schedule
Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Engineering VI, Tannas Alumni Suite | Beverly Hills, CA
The presentation will start with a brief description of the December 7, 1988, Spitak earthquake that instigated the idea of founding the American University of Armenia. As a co-founder of AUA, Der Kiureghian tells the story of how the university was established during a most difficult time in the recent history of Armenia, and how it evolved and advanced during the subsequent three decades. The book also chronicles AUA’s affiliation with the University of California and its being the first university outside the United States to be accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Where is it happening?
Engineering VI, Tannas Alumni Suite, Engineering VI, 404 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States, Beverly HillsEvent Location & Nearby Stays:

















