IAMPE President Visits AUA to Celebrate Moot Court Success

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YEREVAN, Armenia — The American University of Armenia (AUA) proudly hosted Kristine Arzumanova, president of the International Association of Mediators and Poly-Experts (IAMPE), during an official visit honoring the recent success of the University’s Master of Laws (LL.M.) students at the Youth International Moot Competition in Diplomatic Mediation, held on January 25–29 in Pafos, Cyprus.

The meeting, which was hosted by LL.M. Program Chair Adelaida Baghdasaryan, brought together President Arzumanova and the AUA student team, which consisted of Astghik Baghramyan (LL.M. ’25) and Anahit Hakobyan (LL.M. ’25), who secured third place in the international competition.

During the visit, President Arzumanova formally presented the competition trophy to the University and commended the students for their outstanding performance.

The meeting focused on the growing importance of diplomatic mediation as a tool for peaceful conflict resolution. Both sides highlighted the essential role that moot court competitions play in developing the practical skills, cultural sensitivity, and legal acumen needed for effective mediation.

Baghdasaryan emphasized the LL.M. program’s commitment to moot courts and other practice-oriented tools that strengthen students’ practical legal skills. She noted the importance of integrating studies that focus on negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution into the curriculum to better prepare students for real-world legal challenges.

The visit concluded with discussions on potential avenues for future cooperation and reinforced the University’s mission to prepare future leaders in law and diplomacy.

Founded in 1991, the American University of Armenia (AUA) is a private, independent university located in Yerevan, Armenia, affiliated with the University of California, and accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission in the United States. AUA provides local and international students with Western-style education through top-quality undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs, promotes research and innovation, encourages civic engagement and community service, and fosters democratic values.