Be Part Of Our 2025-2026 Membership

Dear Cornell Club of Switzerland Community,

As of today, 1 July, the 2025–2026 membership year is officially underway, and we would love for you to be part of it.

Your membership enables us to bring the Cornell spirit to life in Switzerland through engaging events, informative newsletters, and our new website. Thanks to your support, our community continues to grow stronger and more connected.

If you have not done so yet, now is the perfect time to renew or join for the year. The annual dues are CHF 60, as approved at our 2024 Annual General Meeting. Our first update in over a decade. These funds go directly toward covering Club operations and programs. Our volunteer Board members continue to donate their time to make it all happen without remuneration.

If you have already renewed... thank you! If not, please take a moment to visit our website and sign up.

Thank you for being an essential part of our Cornell community in Switzerland.

Warm regards,


Dr. Christophe Zimmerli, LL.M. 2000
President, Cornell Club of Switzerland

Celebrating 39 Years: A Special Offer For Dues-Paying Members

To kick off our 2025–26 membership year, and celebrate the 39th anniversary of the Cornell Club of Switzerland, we are excited to share a special incentive with our community!

Thanks to Cornell alumni and Switzerland-based entrepreneur James Jennings (MBA 1991) and his wife, Valerie (MBA 1991), members who pay their dues between 1 June and 31 August 2025 will receive a 39% discount on up to two bottles of his award-winning Vermont Maple syrup.

Breathe the Alpine Air on our Annual Mountain Weekend!

There is still time to escape to the Engadine mountains with the Cornell Club of Switzerland from 12 - 13 July 2025! Register by this Saturday, 5 July!

More than 30 Cornell alumni, family, and friends are heading to the Grand Hotel Kronenhof in Pontresina (near St. Moritz) for a weekend of elegance, adventure, and Big Red connections. A big thanks to Christophe and hotel General Manager, Claudio Laager, for exclusive discounted rates!

Enjoy hiking, spa time, or simply relaxing in stunning surroundings. We will gather for a delightful aperitif and gourmet dinner. Kids Club and babysitting available!

Please book directly with the Grand Hotel Kronenhof and mention our Club.
12–13 July 2025 (optional extended stay)
Booking code: Cornell Club of Switzerland

We cannot wait to see you in the mountains!

Discover Basel’s Urban Art Scene

The Cornell Club invites you to a guided urban art city tour organized with Artstübli, Basel’s expert in urban art and graffiti. For over a decade, Artstübli has offered immersive tours led by artists and insiders who reveal the stories behind the works scattered across the cityscape.

Our guide will take us through Basel’s streets to explore a wide range of techniques and styles (from classic graffiti to contemporary street art) created by both Swiss and international artists. The tour highlights how these creatives respond to the unique cultural and physical environment of each site.

Join us on Saturday, 23 August 2025 for an inspiring afternoon in Basel! 

Join the 2025 Annual Cornell Hike and Discover the Gorge du Gottéron

Thanks to the thoughtful planning of Jürg, we will explore the picturesque city of Fribourg and venture through the dramatic Gorge du Gottéron, returning by way of a panoramic path above the Old Town.

Known for its beautifully preserved medieval architecture, Fribourg is a city full of surprises. Our route begins in the Old Town and descends into the mysterious Gottéron Gorge, once feared by knights who believed a dragon lived within. After winding through the gorge and across tranquil meadows, we will return to Fribourg for optional refreshments in a local restaurant.

Mark your calendars for Sunday, 7 September 2025.

Save-The-Date

Mark your calendars for our upcoming events and reconnect with your Cornell roots!

International Spirit of Zinck's Night

Thanksgiving Gala 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.

Registration is now open!