On Thursday, 15 October 2026, the Cornell Club of Switzerland celebrated the International Spirit of Zinck’s Night with gatherings in Zurich, Basel, and Geneva. Our groups were small, but the evenings offered an enjoyable opportunity to spend time together and celebrate our shared Cornell connection. Across all three locations, the spirit of this much-loved tradition … Read more
Every October, Cornellians around the world gather for one of the University’s longest-standing traditions: the International Spirit of Zinck’s Night. Named after Theodore Zinck, whose Ithaca saloon was a favorite gathering place for Cornell students in the late 1800s. Since then, Zinck’s Night has evolved into a global celebration of Cornell friendship and community. Today, … 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
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
We had an intimate Zinck’s night in Basel, with three Cornellians chatting about a range of topics, from past Cornell Club of Switzerland events (visiting professors, staying in far-off hotels in the Alps, and Thanksgiving dinners), commuting between Basel and Zurich, to hiking in the Alps. All in all, a really nice and cozy event! … Read more
The Cornell Club of Switzerland had a very cozy, pleasant reunion at the Potinière near the Jardin Anglais in the heart of Geneva with incredible views of Lac Léman. We enjoyed drinks in great company and nibbled on comforting finger food. We exchanged on a variety of topics, from personal experiences and recent travels to … Read more
“We’ll all have drinks at Theodore Zinck’s, when I get back next fall!” On October 20th, the Cornell Club of Switzerland held three concurrent Zinck’s Night events: Basel, Geneva, and Zurich. In each city, we enjoyed a relaxed evening to catch up, get to know each other, and reminisce about our Cornell days on the hill. … Read more