On Sunday, 6 September 2026, twenty-five Cornell alumni, friends, and family members accompanied by three enthusiastic dogs gathered for the Cornell Club of Switzerland’s Annual Hike through the beautiful Seeland region. We could not have asked for a better day! Under gorgeous sunshine, our group set out from Lyss for a leisurely 16.6-kilometer walk combining … Read more
4-5 July 2026 – Pontresina The Cornell Club of Switzerland was delighted to return to the magnificent Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina for our 12th Mountain Weekend, held on 4–5 July 2026. Once again, the weekend brought together Cornellians and their families for two unforgettable days of friendship, relaxation, and alpine adventure in the heart … Read more
Saturday, 25 April 2026 – Geneva On a beautiful spring Saturday, members and friends of the Cornell Club of Switzerland gathered in Geneva’s Old Town for a fascinating guided tour of the archaeological site beneath St. Pierre Cathedral, followed by sunshine, strolling through historic surroundings, and for some, a convivial dinner at the Hôtel de Ville. … Read more
On Saturday, 21 March 2026, the Cornell Club of Switzerland had the pleasure of hosting a private, English-language guided tour of the remarkable Paul Cezanne exhibition at the Fondation Beyeler, Basel. A group of 18 participants gathered to explore the life and work of one of the most influential figures in modern art. Our guide, … Read more
The Cornell Club of Switzerland kicked off the new year in wonderful style with a private guided art tour at the Kunsthaus Zurich, followed by a traditional Swiss fondue dinner in the heart of the city. On Saturday, 24 January 2026, a full group of 30 participants enjoyed a 90-minute “art safari” led by Emma … Read more
Saturday, 29 November 2025 – Erlinsbach (AG) On Saturday, 29 November, the Cornell Club of Switzerland came together for a memorable Thanksgiving celebration paired with our 39th Annual General Meeting, hosted in the beautiful surroundings of the Landhotel Hirschen in Erlinsbach (AG). With 42 attendees overall, including 4 children and 24 participants in the afternoon … Read more
On 16 October 2025, Cornellians in Geneva gathered at the stylish Ruby Claire Bar for an evening full of laughter, lively conversation, and new connections. Eleven of us came together to celebrate the Spirit of Zinck’s, which is a cherished Cornell tradition that brings alumni together around the world. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, with … Read more
On Thursday, 16 October 2025, the Cornell Club of Switzerland proudly hosted International Zinck’s Night 2025 in Zurich, continuing the cherished Cornell tradition that unites alumni across the globe each year. Hosted at the elegant Mandarin Oriental Savoy in Paradeplatz, the eveningbrought together Cornellians from various backgrounds and graduating years foran inspiring night of connection, … Read more
The Cornell Club of Switzerland’s Annual Hike 2025 The city of Fribourg is considered a historic gem and has a rich cultural heritage. The Old Town is surprising and amazingly well preserved. It was founded in 1157 by Duke Berthold IV of Zaehringen. Sheltered from the ravages of history, Fribourg is an important old town … Read more
On a radiant summer afternoon, twenty Cornell alumni, family, and friends gathered in Basel for a special exploration of the city’s vibrant street art scene. While Basel is internationally renowned for its world-class cultural institutions such as the Kunstmuseum Basel, Fondation Beyeler, and the Art Basel fair, our tour revealed another layer of the city’s … Read more