Discover Basel’s Urban Art Scene – Guided City Tour & Aperitif
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Discover the Charm of Fribourg on This Year’s Cornell Hike
Sunday, 7 September 2025 Gorge du Gottéron – Fribourg Each year, Cornellians and friends gather for a scenic and social day outdoors, thanks to the thoughtful planning of Jürg. For the 2025 edition of our annual hike, we’ll explore the picturesque city of Fribourg and venture through the dramatic Gorge du Gottéron, returning by way … Read more
Join Us for the 39th Annual General Meeting and Thanksgiving Dinner!
29 November 2025 The Cornell Club of Switzerland is delighted to invite you to our 39th Annual General Meeting (“AGM”), followed by our traditional Thanksgiving Dinner on Saturday, 29 November 2025. This year, we gather at the picturesque Landhotel Hirschen in Erlinsbach (AG), a venue that perfectly blends rustic charm with culinary excellence. Nestled at … Read more
Exclusive Visit to Fondation de l’Hermitage in Lausanne
Join the Cornell Club of Switzerland for a special cultural event on Saturday, 5 April 2025, as we enjoy a private guided tour in English of the renowned Fondation de l’Hermitage in Lausanne. The tour will begin at 16:30, offering an in-depth look at the museum’s impressive collection and current exhibition (Trésors du Petit Palais … Read more
Alpine Elegance & Adventure: Join Us for the 11th Annual Mountain Weekend
Join us for the 11th Annual Mountain Weekend in Pontresina, scheduled for July 12–13, 2025. This cherished tradition offers Cornell alumni and friends an exquisite blend of luxury, nature, and camaraderie in the heart of the Engadine. Event Highlights Welcome Reception and Gourmet Dinner Our weekend begins on Saturday evening with a cocktail reception, followed … Read more
Explore Innovation at On Labs
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to go behind the scenes at On, the Swiss sportswear brand renowned for its innovative approach to running shoes and athletic wear. Fellow Cornellian, Nicolas “Nico” Martin (B.Arch. 2012), Head of Business Development, Special Ventures at On will host our alumni group on a private tour. Thank you, Nico, for … Read more
Join Us for a Spectacular Thanksgiving Gala Dinner in Geneva
30 November 2024 We warmly invite you to join The Cornell Club of Switzerland for our 38th Annual General Meeting and traditional Thanksgiving gala dinner in the elegant city of Geneva! This year’s event will be held at the luxurious President Wilson Hotel, promising a delightful evening of tradition, gourmet cuisine, and Cornell camaraderie. City … Read more
Celebrate the International Spirit of Zinck’s Night with Cornell Alumni in Zurich!
Cornellians, get ready! The time-honored tradition of International Zinck’s Night is just around the corner, and we’re inviting you to join the celebration on Thursday, October 17, as Cornell alumni from across the globe come together for a night of camaraderie and connection. This year the Cornell Club of Switzerland is celebrating Zinck’s Night at … Read more
Myths, Witches, Bears and a High Alpine Landscape
Sunday, 1 September 2024 Every year in September, the Cornell Club of Switzerland comes together to explore and hike a different part of Switzerland where we enjoy its natural beauty. The character of this year’s hike is different from previous years. It will take us to Reichenbach im Kandertal and from there, we take the … Read more
Escape With Us This Summer
Saturday, 13 July to Sunday, 14 July 2024 The Cornell Club of Switzerland and the Grand Hotel Kronenhof have done it again for the 10th time! A wonderful collaboration over the years to offer our alumni and friends a chance to experience a weekend in luxury at the exquisite Grand Dame of the Engadin. A … Read more