On Friday, October 18, 2024, our very own Ara Bagdasarian was honored with the prestigious 2024 John Carroll University Alumni Medal. Surrounded by family and friends, Ara was recognized for his remarkable achievements as a varsity baseball player at John Carroll University, his executive leadership at Travel Centers of America, founding Solon Community Living, and for being a devoted husband, father, uncle, brother, and mentor.

We are incredibly proud to have Ara and his family as part of our community and congratulate him on this well-deserved honor. We are grateful for his dedication to St. Gregory of Narek and the broader Armenian community.