The Glee Club and Chorus will embark on a joint tour to Switzerland and Austria during Spring Break of 2025. This tour is an amazing opportunity to hear them sing! The concert schedule is as follows:GenevaSaturday, 29 March at 19:30 (new time) Holy Trinity Church GenevaFree admission: first-come, first-served basis. ZurichSunday, 30 March at 17:00Church … Read more
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
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
The Cornell Club of Switzerland had the exceptional privilege of touring On Labs, the global headquarters of the iconic performance running shoe company, On, in Zurich. Hosted by Cornell alumnus Nicolas “Nico” Martin (B.Arch. 2012), Head of Business Development, Special Ventures at On, our group enjoyed an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at this innovative and dynamic … Read more
An exciting two-hour stroll through the peaceful old town of Geneva was enjoyed by eight members of the Cornell Club of Switzerland on the first Sunday of Advent 2024. At the close of the 38th Thanksgiving Gala the night before, our distinguished member and Genfer (native of Geneva) Jean-Robert Bugnion spontaneously offered this tour of … Read more
The Cornell Club of Switzerland marked its 38th Thanksgiving weekend with a splendid celebration in the cosmopolitan city of Geneva. This annual tradition brought together Cornellians and friends for a memorable experience blending culture, community, and gastronomy. A Journey Through Time at the Patek Philippe Museum The weekend commenced on Saturday afternoon with a private … Read more
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
On 17 October 2024, the Cornell Club of Switzerland hosted a vibrant Zinck’s Night celebration at the Mövenpick Wine Bar in Zurich. A total of 11 participants, including Board Members, current club members, alumni, family, and friends, gathered to honor the long-standing tradition of Cornellians coming together across the globe. The cozy ambiance of the … Read more
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
1 September 2024 – Berner Oberland The Cornell Club of Switzerland’s Annual Hike 2024 started with an unusual lake: an alluvial land. On July 18, 1978, a huge mudslide from the mountainside blocked the valley, and a lake formed behind the barrier and flooded an entire alp. The rivers from back in the valley started … Read more