YSU hosts opening of “Mexico: People, Spirit and Traditions” exhibition and presentation of ambassador’s book

A meeting with Eduardo Villegas Megías, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Mexican States to the Republic of Armenia, with residence in Moscow, was held at Yerevan State University (YSU) at the initiative of the university’s International Cooperation Office. The event featured the opening of the exhibition “Mexico: People, Spirit and Traditions” and the presentation of the Ambassador’s book “History of the Mexican People.”

YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan highly praised the efforts aimed at strengthening Armenian-Mexican cultural and academic ties. The Rector and the Ambassador expressed hope that cooperation would contribute to strengthening inter-university relations and expanding academic exchanges.

Exhibition dedicated to Mexico

The opening ceremony of the exhibition “Mexico: People, Spirit and Traditions” took place in the lobby of the Sargis and Mary Izmirlian Library at YSU.

More than 30 photographs taken from the air and on the ground by 16 women photographers showcased the colorful worldview, vibrant spirit and rich palette of Mexico. The photographs reflected the country’s rich heritage and contemporary society, shaped by a culture, traditions, beliefs and celebrations spanning thousands of years.

Andrea Lorelain served as the project’s artistic curator and international coordinator.

Book presentation

The exhibition opening was followed by the presentation of the Ambassador’s book “History of the Mexican People,” held in the YSU Academic Council Session Hall.

Reflecting on the formation of Mexico and key milestones in its historical development, the Ambassador spoke about the ancient civilizations that flourished in the territory of present-day Mexico, including the Maya and Aztecs.

He also presented the country’s cultural heritage, ranging from folk beliefs and customs to cuisine, music and architecture. The Ambassador highlighted the influence of Indigenous, European and African cultures in shaping Mexico’s cultural diversity.

At the conclusion of the meeting, YSU Rector Hovhannes Hovhannisyan presented the Mexican Ambassador with a silver commemorative coin issued on the occasion of the university’s 100th anniversary, as a token of bilateral friendship, respect and fruitful cooperation.

The event was attended by representatives of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, Nikolay Kostandyan, Honorary Consul of the United Mexican States in Armenia, students of the Department of Romance Philology at YSU’s Faculty of European Languages and Communication, and other guests.