“It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of a remarkable poet within the Armenian literary community on January 9, 2024. Arpine Konyalian Grenier, a poet and scholar, hailed from Beirut, Lebanon, where she was born and raised. Throughout her academic and corporate endeavors, she dedicated herself to diverse fields such as cardiovascular research, human resources development, regulatory finance, and the arts. Her literary works transcended boundaries, resonating on a global and cosmic scale, emphasizing the human experience over ethnic distinctions. Her writing graced numerous esteemed publications, often earning accolades or finalist nominations. Additionally, she engaged in multidisciplinary collaborations, served as a guest editor, and presented at conferences. Most importantly, she authored five poetry collections: St. Gregory’s Daughter (1992), Whores from Samarkand (1993), Part, Part Euphrates (2007), The Confession Stand: Exaptation at the Margins (2011), and The Silent G (2019).” –International Armenian Literary Alliance

Arpine was one of the first poets to read at the Elora Poetry Centre, shortly after its founding in 2011. She gave a memorable performance. RIP