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The USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies has launched the ‘Seminal Scholars Residency’ to invite prominent scholars in Armenian Studies. Dr. Hrach Martirosyan, a renowned linguist, is announced as the inaugural Seminal Scholar-in-Residence. This initiative aims to engage students and the public through lectures and workshops on the Armenian language, history, and identity, enhancing cultural understanding. The residency includes public lectures, interactive sessions, and a special podcast series, promoting dialogue and learning within the community, particularly focused on areas of significant Armenian heritage.
Los Angeles – The USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies has officially launched the “Seminal Scholars Residency,” a new initiative aimed at inviting esteemed scholars in Armenian Studies to engage with the USC community and the public. Dr. Hrach Martirosyan, a globally recognized linguist, has been named the inaugural Seminal Scholar-in-Residence for this program.
Dr. Martirosyan is celebrated for his extensive research on the Armenian language, particularly its classification within the Indo-European language family. Among his prominent contributions is the “Etymological Dictionary of the Armenian Inherited Lexicon,” which has become a crucial resource in the field. He has held teaching and research positions at various prestigious institutions, including UCLA, Leiden University, and the Austrian Academy of Sciences, and has lectured widely throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States.
The residency aims to make advanced research accessible to students, scholars, and community members while highlighting the significant role of language in shaping cultural identity and historical understanding. During his time at USC, Dr. Martirosyan will facilitate interactive workshops and mentorship opportunities for students, promoting direct engagement with the academic community.
As part of his residency, Dr. Martirosyan will deliver a series of four public lectures, two of which will be conducted in English and two in Armenian. These lectures will cover important themes such as language, history, and identity, focusing specifically on topics like the enduring Armenian presence in regions such as Artsakh and Syunik, alongside the evolution of the Armenian language from its ancient Indo-European roots.
Additionally, the residency will showcase a special season of the Institute’s podcast, “Language Therapy with Dr. K,” which will be conducted in Armenian. This series is intended to spark discussions about essential questions surrounding the history and future of the Armenian language. The USC Dornsife Institute encourages participation from students, scholars, and community members, fostering a collaborative environment for dialogue and learning.
The “Seminal Scholars Residency” is designed as an annual program within the USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies, aiming to bridge the gap between scholarly research and public engagement through lectures, mentoring opportunities, and interactive workshops with distinguished figures in the field. This initiative particularly positions USC as a leading hub for Armenian Studies, especially within Los Angeles, home to the world’s largest Armenian diaspora community.
The upcoming activities associated with the residency will occur at the USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies, located at 3518 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, California 90089. USC’s commitment to Armenian Studies is set to benefit both educational pursuits and the wider community, enriching cultural understanding and historical appreciation through the exploration of language and its implications.
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