Celebrate Cornell’s Newest Students

Come to the Cornell Student Send-Off in Bern!

The Cornell Club of Switzerland is delighted to invite you to our Cornell Student Send-Off celebrating the newest members of the Cornell community from Switzerland!

Sunday, 28 June 2026


14:00–16:00

Altes Tramdepot Restaurant
Grosser Muristalden 6, 3006 Bern

This informal gathering brings Cornellians together to welcome and celebrate incoming students before they begin their Cornell journey in Ithaca, and to wish current students a great year ahead!

We encourage Cornellians to join us and share:
- Cornell memories and traditions
- Favorite classes, campus spots, and Ithaca experiences
- Advice for first-year students
- Insights about student life, clubs, internships, and academics

For newly admitted students and families, this is a wonderful chance to:
- Meet fellow incoming students
- Connect with current students and alumni
- Ask questions about Cornell and life in Ithaca
- Begin building your Cornell network before arriving on campus

The afternoon will include conversation, community, refreshments (including Swiss microbrews and pretzels!), and plenty of Cornell Big Red spirit!

Come celebrate with us Cornell’s newest students and welcome them into the Cornell family. Go Big Red!!

Are You Going To Cornell Reunion?

If you are returning to The Hill this weekend for Reunion, we would love to help Cornellians from Switzerland connect! Whether it's for a group photo, a toast to the Big Red, or simply catching up with fellow alumni, let us know if you are attending. We will create a WhatsApp group for anyone interested in connecting during the weekend.

Email us at Board@cornellswitzerland.ch.

We look forward to seeing some Swiss Big Red spirit on campus!

Membership Dues Are Now Open for 2026-2027
Join or Renew Today!

Dear Cornell Club of Switzerland Community,

The Board of the Cornell Club of Switzerland extends a heartfelt Thank You to all who have supported the Club through their membership. Your contributions have enabled us to host enriching programs, publish engaging newsletters, and launch and maintain our new website. All of this connects and strengthens our vibrant Cornell community in Switzerland.

As we approach the new fiscal year, which begins 1 July 2026 and runs through 30 June 2027, we hope you will continue to be part of the journey.

As a reminder, all funds collected are solely dedicated to our Club's overhead and programs. Our volunteer Board Members dedicate their time without any compensation.

Membership for the 2026–2027 fiscal year is now open! You can register or renew your membership dues directly on our website.

Thank you for your continued engagement and support. Together, we make the Cornell Club of Switzerland a place where Big Red spirit thrives.

Warm regards,


Dr. Christophe Zimmerli, LL.M. '00
President, Cornell Club of Switzerland

Spoil Yourself With an Alpine Getaway at the Grand Hotel Kronenhof

There is still time to register for this unforgettable event!

The Cornell Club of Switzerland looks forward to welcoming alumni and friends to the 12th Annual Mountain Weekend in Pontresina, one of our most anticipated events of the year. Set against the stunning Engadine backdrop, the weekend promises a perfect blend of alpine elegance, outdoor activities, and warm camaraderie.

Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception and elegant dinner at the historic Grand Hotel Kronenhof, along with optional activities including scenic hikes, spa time, and family-friendly options.

With July just around the corner, we encourage you to reserve your spot soon. Many thanks to Christophe (LL.M. ’00) for his thoughtful planning, and to the General Manager Claudio Laager and the Kronenhof team for their continued hospitality.

We hope you will join us for this special weekend!

Adventure With Us on the Cornell Annual Hike

It is wonderful to see Cornellians already registering for this great event and ready to enjoy the outdoors together! There is plenty of room to join us for this beloved annual tradition, our Cornell hike.

This year, we will hike through the beautiful Seeland region of Lyss, Aarberg, and along the spectacular Hagneck Canal to Lake Biel.

We extend our sincere thanks to Jürg (MBA '94) for planning and leading this wonderful hike year after year!

Do not forget to register! See you on Sunday, 6 September for a scenic walk that combines nature, history, and great company!

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