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Una Europa General Assembly

2024

One Earth, One Future

Una Europa General Assembly

19–21 June 2024

University of Zurich (UZH)

Welcome Messages

Program Overview

Delegates’ Welcome Dinner Reception

Una Europa General Assembly Plenary Session

Una Europa Talk: Building Resilience through One Health

Social Program

UZH Main Building Maps

Getting to the UZH City Campus

Zurich Highlights

Funding Opportunities at UZH

UZH in a Nutshell

Impressum

Photo: Priska Feichter, UZH

Welcome Message

from Michael Schaepman, President, UZH

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Switzerland, to the beautiful city of Zurich and – of course – to the University of Zurich (UZH). We feel honored to host the Una Europa General Assembly for the first time, and we extend our warmest greetings to all of you.

Being part of Una Europa is a privilege, but also an opportunity for us as a Swiss university to strengthen Swiss-European relations in the fields of education and research. We are ready to contribute to shaping the future face of the European Higher Education and Research Area. In this context, the importance of interdisciplinary exchange cannot be emphasized enough. The collaboration within the Una Europa alliance enables us all to harness our expertise to create a dynamic environment where knowledge transcends disciplinary boundaries, fostering synergies that are crucial as we address the ever more complex challenges of our time. The topic of this General Assembly, "One Earth, One Future", under-

scores the value of interdisciplinary approaches as well as the importance of leveraging our alliance to advance research and teaching in fields that are essential to tackling global challenges. I am convinced that by working together on the health of our planet, we will be able to develop sustainable solutions that will ensure a healthier and more prosperous future for all.

Dear participants, I wish you a stimulating and inspiring three days of dialogue, collaboration and discovery at UZH. I am looking forward to meeting many of you in person in the coming days. May this assembly strengthen our relations and inspire new ideas and initiatives that will shape the future of our universities and of Una Europa.

Warm regards,

Michael Schaepman, President, UZH

Welcome Message

from Elisabeth Stark, Vice President, UZH, and Member of the Una Europa Board of Directors

Welcome to the University of Zurich, welcome to the Una Europa General Assembly!

As Director representing UZH in the Board of Una Europa, I am proud and honoured to be hosting such a distinguished gathering of scholars and leaders from institutions that are at the forefront of international research advancement.

The importance of our Una Europa alliance and its collaborative spirit cannot be overstated. At UZH, Una Europa serves as a powerful driver for sustainable internationalisation, opening up a world of opportunities for students, researchers, and staff through successful joint study programmes and mobility schemes.

By emphasising a global perspective, this year’s guiding theme ″One Earth, One Future″ even augments this idea of international collaboration as it reminds us that we share one common

living space and therefore are bound to shape our future together. At the centre of this reflection lies the multidimensional concept of health as a universal concern that transcends borders and disciplines. By underscoring the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, ″One Health″ encapsulates a holistic approach that recognises the interdependence of these domains and fosters interdisciplinary research in critical areas such as zoonotic diseases, antibiotic resistance, and environmental impacts.

″One Health″ is not only one of the six Una Europa focus areas but, since 2019, also a strategic research focus of UZH. In this context, UZH has successfully built and will continue to build inter- and transdisciplinary capabilities to deliver research excellence, for example through the launch of the One Health Institute (OHI) in 2023.

Against this background, the General Assembly offers us a unique opportunity to create a space of exploration and discussion through well-established but also first-of-its-kind formats such as the interdisciplinary workshop with delegates from all Self-Steering Committees. Here and beyond, new ideas can thrive and, together, we can pave the way for future research and teaching initiatives across the alliance.

Thank you very much for your participation and commitment. I look forward to a productive and inspiring General Assembly!

With warm regards,

Elisabeth Stark Vice President Research, UZH

21:00

Program Overview

Registration, from 08:00. The Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk is located just inside the main entrance of the UZH main building at Rämistrasse 71, 8006 Zürich. You can find it on the right side, directly in front of room KOL-E-21.

Welcome & Una Europa for Newcomers

08:45-09:45

KOL-G-201

Senior Local Leads

11:00-12:30 KOL-H-320

Cluster meetings incl. Comms Leads

10:00-12:30

Legal: KOL-G-222 with owl

Student Admin: KO2-F-175 with owl

Doctoral Training: KOL-G-203 with owl Mobility: KO2-F-153 with owl

CommsLeads: KOL-N-1

Self-Steering Committee 10:00-12:30

SSCS: KO2-D-54 with owl

SSC CH: KO2-F-151 with owl

SSC DAIS: KO2-F-172 with owl

SSC OH: KOL-H-321 with owl

SSC FM: KO2-F-173 with owl

SSC EW: KO2-F-155 with owl

Delegates‘ Lunch

12:30-13:45 Atrium (Lichthof)

Senior Local Leads

13:45-16:30 KOL-H-320

Time for bilateral meetings

″Meeting Hub″ in SOF: SOF-E-05, SOFE-07, SOF-E-13, SOF-E-15

Available from 8:00 - 18:00; no reservation possible

Chair of Clusters Meeting 13:45-15:00

KOL-H-322 with owl

Cluster meetings incl. Comms Leads, 15:15-16:45

Legal: KOL-G-222 with owl

Student Admin: KO2-F-175 with owl

Doctoral Training: KOL-G-203 with owl Mobility: KO2-F-153 with owl Comms Leads: KOL-N-1

Intercultural Workshop 17:00-18:15 KOL-H-322

Delegates‘ Welcome Dinner Reception: One Earth, One Future

18:30-22:00 Restaurant Riithalle, Gessnerallee 8, 8001 Zurich

18:30 Arrival, registration and networking aperitif

19:15 Greeting remarks

19:40 Group picture

19:45 Start dinner

22:00 End of event

Joint Student BoardTeaching & Learning Strategy Group, 13:45-14:45 KOL-E-18 with owl

Student Board 15:15-16:45

KOL-F-103 with owl

Kunsthaus Tour 16:45-17:45

Meeting point: Una Europa

General Assembly Registration Desk at 16:45

Wednesday, 19 June 2024

The Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk is open from 08:00 to 18:30. You are welcome to store your luggage there; however, please ensure you collect your luggage before 18:30.

Welcome & Una Europa for Newcomers

08:45-09:45 KOL-G-201

Student Board

10:00-12:30 KOL-F-103 with owl

Board of Directors‘ Meeting

09:00-10:50 KOL-E-18 with owl (Closed Meeting)

Rectors‘ Meeting

10:00-12:00 KOL-E-13 (Closed Meeting)

Delegates‘ Lunch 12:30-13:45 Atrium (Lichthof)

Interdisciplinary Collaboration on ″One Health″ (Self-Steering Committees) 13:45-16:45 KOL-G-201

Teaching & Learning Strategy Group

15:15-16:45 KOL-E-18 with owl

Zurich City Tour 17:00-18:30

Meeting point: Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk at 17:00, Drop off: Restaurant Riithalle (for Delegates‘ Welcome Dinner Reception)

Delegates‘ Welcome Dinner Reception: One Earth, One Future 18:30-22:00 Restaurant Riithalle, Gessnerallee 8, 8001 Zurich

General Assembly

Open to all delegates / public

Lunches / dinner for all delegates

Subject-matter specific meetings

Executive & VIP program

Social program (optional)

Registration and Free time / bilateral meetings

Program Overview

Delegates‘ Individual Dinners Recommendations for restaurants on event website. 08:00

Executive Workshop: Una Europa External Funding Strategy 08:30-10:15 KOL-G-201 (Closed Meeting)

General Assembly Plenary / Strategic Meeting: One Earth, One Future 10:30-12:15 KOL-G-201

Delegates‘ Lunch 12:30-13:45 Atrium (Lichthof)

Una Europa General Assembly Procedural Meeting 14:00-15:30 KOL-G-212

Student Board 14:00-15:30 KOL-F-103 with owl

Joint Meeting: Board of Directors - Research Strategy Group 15:45-17:45 KOL-G-212

Research Strategy Group 14:00-15:30 KOL-E-18 with owl

Una Europa Talk Networking Aperitif, 17:45-18:30, Atrium (Lichthof)

Una Europa Talk: Building Resilience Through One Health 18:30-20:00 KOL-G-201

Thursday, 20 June 2024

The Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk is open from 08:00 to 20:30. You are welcome to store your luggage there; however, please ensure you collect your luggage before 20:30.

General Assembly Plenary / Strategic Meeting: One Earth, One Future 10:30-12:15 KOL-G-201

Executives‘ Lunch 12:30-13:45 Restaurant uniTurm

Una Futura WP Coordination Meeting Committee 14:00-16:30 KOL-H-317 with owl

Self-Steering Committees

14:00-17:00

SSC S: KO2-D-54 with owl

SSC CH: KO2-F-151 with owl

SSC DAIS: KO2-F-172 with owl

SSC OH: KOL-H-321 with owl

SSC FM: KO2-F-173 with owl

SSC EW: KO2-F-155 with owl

Una Europa Talk: Building Resilience Through One Health 18:30-20:00 KOL-G-201

Time for bilateral meetings ″Meeting Hub″ in SOF: SOF-E-05 SOF-E-07 SOF-E-13 SOF-E-15

Availabe from 8:00-18:00; no reservation possible

General Assembly

Open to all delegates / public Lunches / dinner for all delegates

Una Europa Talk Dinner 20:15-22:00 RAI-E-400 (invited guests only)

Registration and Free time / bilateral meetings

Delegates‘ Individual Dinners

Photo: UZH

Friday, 21 June 2024

Future UniLab Steering Committee Meeting

08:30-10:00 KOL-H-309

Una.Futura Steering Committee

09:30-12:30 KO2-F-174 with owl

The Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk is open from 8:00 to 14:30. Please ensure you collect your luggage before 14:30.

Available from 8:00-17:00; no reservation possible 08:00

Zurich City Tour

10:30-12:30

Meeting point and drop off: Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk at 10:30

Delegates’ Lunch

12:30-14:00

Upper Cafeteria (Mensa B) in the UZH main building

Kunsthaus Tour 10:45-12:00

Meeting point: Una Europa General Assembly

Registration Desk at 10:45

Closing remarks by Elisabeth Stark, Vice President Research, UZH

Time for bilateral meetings ″Meeting Hub″ in SOF SOF-E-05

SOF-E-07

SOF-E-13

SOF-E-15

Lunches / dinner for all delegates

Subject-matter specific meetings

Social program (optional)

Free time / bilateral meetings

The Upper Mensa in the UZH main building.

Event Highlight

Delegates’ Welcome Dinner Reception:

One Earth, One Future

19 June 2024 | 18:30–22:00

Restaurant Riithalle, Gessnerallee 8, 8001 Zurich

Program

18:30 Arrival, registration and networking apéritif

19:15 Welcome remarks

19:40 Group picture

19:45 Dinner

22:00 End of event

Join us on Wednesday evening at Restaurant Riithalle for the Una Europa Delegates’ Welcome Dinner Reception. Located in the heart of Zurich, Restaurant Riithalle offers an ideal setting for networking, engaging conversations, and more.

Doors open at 18:30, and we welcome you with an ″apéro″, a Swiss tradition featuring a refreshing drink and a selection of small bites. After introductory remarks from Michael Schaepman, President of UZH, and Dolores O’Riordan, Chair of the Una Europa Board of Directors, and a toast by Elisabeth Stark, Vice President Research at UZH, you are invited to enjoy a variety of (Swiss) dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.

Dolores O’Riordan Chair of the Una Europa Board of Directors

Michael Schaepman President, UZH

Elisabeth Stark Vice President Research, UZH

The evening will be musically accompanied by the band ″Schäbyschigg″. With clarinets, large and small trumpets, tubas, and accordions, Schäbyschigg’s melodies strike a balance between tradition and innovation. Their music, inspired by the mountainous and hilly landscapes of Switzerland, brings traditional Swiss charm with a modern twist to the Una Europa General Assembly.

Swiss German Mini Dictionary

Apéro

The tradition of the Swiss ″apéro″ originates from the practice of enjoying a relaxed pre-dinner gathering, providing a space for casual conversation. People typically enjoy light snacks such as canapés, cheese, and nuts, accompanied by beverages ranging from wine to soft drinks to suit all tastes.

En Guete

″En Guete!″, a Zurich German (a variation of Swiss German) phrase equivalent to ″bon appétit″ in French or ″enjoy your meal″ in English, is commonly used in Switzerland before starting a meal. The expression embodies the Swiss focus on community, reflecting a moment of gratitude and the beginning of a meal shared with others.

The beer and wine garden at Restaurant Riithalle (Riithalle).

Event Highlight

Una Europa General Assembly Plenary Session:

One Earth, One Future

20 June 2024 | 10:30–12:15

KOL-G-201 (Aula), UZH main building

Researchers from Una Europa partner universities, particularly those involved within the SSC One Health, along with other leading One Health experts, will discuss and showcase their work. Through a variety of formats, including input presentations and panel discussions, they will explore the opportunities and challenges in international, interdisciplinary research through the example of One Health literacy to tackle critical global challenges of our time.

The Plenary Session will take place in the renowned ″Aula Magna″ of UZH, where Winston Churchill delivered his seminal speech, ″Let Europe Arise!″ to students on 19 September 1946. In this speech, Churchill proposed what was then an unthinkable idea – reconciliation between France and Germany – as the foundation for a united Europe. This vision jump-started the creation of the Council of Europe, making this venue particularly fitting for a European alliance committed to shaping Universities of the Future together.

For those unable to join us in Zurich, we invite you to participate via our livestream: vimeo.com/event/4134581

Moderator:

Eveline van Rijswijk Science Communicator

The ″Aula Magna″ at UZH (Michel van Grondel, UZH).

Program

10:30–10:35 Welcome note by Michael Schaepman, President, UZH 10:35–10:45 Input presentation on interdisciplinary research by Elisabeth Stark, UZH

10:45–11:00 ″One Earth, One Future – One Health literacy to address global health challenges″ by Andrea Winkler, Technical University of Munich (TUM) and University of Oslo

11:00–11:15 Input by members of the SSC One Health

• Introduction by Jan Fehr, UZH

• Input on ″Lyme disease as a specific example of One Health literacy″ by John Lambert, UCD

11:15–11:55 Panel discussion with

• Jan Fehr, UZH

• Andrew D. Kambugu, Makerere University

• John Lambert, UCD

• Utpal S. Tatu, Indian Institute of Science

• Andrea Winkler, TUM and University of Oslo 11:55 – 12:10 Q&A with the audience

The session will be moderated by Eveline van Rijswijk, science communicator.

Jan Fehr

Professor of Global Health and Mobility, Head of the Department of Public and Global Health at the Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute (EBPI) at UZH

Elisabeth Stark Vice President Research, UZH

Andrew D. Kambugu Executive Director the Uganda Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), Makerere University

John Lambert Consultant in Infectious Diseases in Dublin at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital and Professor at UCD School of Medicine

Utpal S. Tatu

Chairman Department of Biochemistry, Indian Institute of Science

Andrea Winkler Co(joint)-Director Centre for Global Health, TUM and Professor for Global One Health, University of Oslo

Event Highlight

Una Europa Talk: Building Resilience Through One Health

20 June 2024 | 17:45–20:00 KOL-G-201 (Aula), UZH main building

Designed to connect academia and societal stakeholders, this Una Europa Talk invites you to engage in a critical examination of ″Building Resilience Through One Health".

Join leading One Health scientists as they explore the obstacles and success factors of interdisciplinary efforts, and how One Health research can influence policy-making. Their insights are not only insightful when preparing responses to global health challenges, including pandemics, but they are also relevant when shaping a University of the Future, equipped to tackle global challenges.

For those unable to join us in Zurich, we invite you to participate via our livestream: vimeo.com/event/4134584

Moderator:

Eveline van Rijswijk Science Communicator

UZH One Health Institute (OHI)

Founded in May 2023 by the Vetsuisse Faculty, the Faculty of Medicine, and the Faculty of Science, UZH’s OHI understands One Health as a transdisciplinary, holistic view on human and animal health in the context of entire ecosystems encompassing a broad range of disciplines. It promotes collaboration across these fields within UZH and with national and international partners. As a hub for interdisciplinary research, OHI aims to develop sustainable solutions to global health challenges. Funded by a multi-year start-up funding, the TRANSFORM funding line, OHI plans to expand thematically, involving more faculties in the coming years. This initiative underscores UZH’s commitment to advancing health science through collaborative innovation and education.

Program

17:45–18:30 Networking Aperitif in the Atrium (″Lichthof″)

18:30–20:00 Welcome address by Michael Schaepman, President, UZH Panel discussion with

• Bruno González Zorn, Universidad Complutense de Madrid

• Andrew D. Kambugu, Makerere University

• Owen Petchey, UZH

• Elisabeth Stark, UZH

• Andrea Winkler, TUM and University of Oslo

19:35–20:00 Q&A with the audience

The session will be moderated by Eveline van Rijswijk, science communicator.

Bruno González Zorn Head of Antimicrobial Resistance Unit, Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Andrew D. Kambugu Executive Director the Uganda Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), Makerere University

Owen Petchey Director of the URPP Global Change and Biodiversity, UZH

Michael Schaepman President, UZH

Elisabeth Stark Vice President Research, UZH

Andrea Winkler Co(joint)-Director Centre for Global Health, TUM and Professor for Global One Health, University of Oslo

Social Program

Intercultural Workshop: Successful Collaboration in International Networks

Only with registration 19 June 2024 | 17:00–18:15

Level H, KOL-H-322, UZH main building

Driven by initiatives such as the EU’s European University Initiative, the international scope of university operations is expanding. This globalization process requires us to adopt multilingual skills and diverse approaches, presenting both opportunities for growth and potential challenges.

This workshop, led by trainers Amandine Duraz and Marie-Julie Jacquemot, will focus on the skills needed to work successfully in international teams. You will learn how to enhance your cultural diversity awareness and understand the impact of your own culture. Additionally, strategies will be offered for managing intercultural interactions effectively.

Amandine Duraz Una Europa Program Manager, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne

Marie-Julie Jacquemot Project Manager Una Futura, Freie Universität Berlin

Social Program Kunsthaus Zürich Tour

Only with registration 19 June 2024 | 16:45–17:45 21 June 2024 | 10:45–12:00

Meeting Point: Una Europa General Assembly

Registration Desk, KOL-E-21, UZH main building

Registered participants will find their voucher in their conference badge.

Are you fascinated by Impressionism, Fauvism, or contemporary art? The Kunsthaus Zürich features world-renowned exhibitions and one of Switzerland’s largest art collections, from the Middle Ages to today. Join our Kunsthaus tour to see highlights from the Kunsthaus collection and private collections from Bührle, Merzbacher, and Looser, showcased in the David Chipperfield-designed extension opened in 2021.

The Chipperfield extension of the Kunsthaus Zürich with the installation ″Tastende Lichter″ by Pipilotti Rist (Franca Candrian, Kunsthaus Zurich).

Social Program Zurich City Tour

Only with registration 19 June 2024 | 17:00–18:30 21 June 2024 | 10:30–12:30

Meeting Point: Una Europa General Assembly Registration Desk, KOL-E-21, UZH main building

Registered participants will find their voucher in their conference badge.

Einstein, James Joyce, and Johanna Spyri all called Zurich home. This lakeside city, with its well-preserved old town, attracts not only great minds but people from all over the world. During our walk through the old town, we will explore hidden alleyways and picturesque squares, uncovering traces of Zurich’s past. Discover the secrets of Bahnhofstrasse, learn about the ″procession axis″, and much more!

The old town of Zurich is located on the banks of the Limmat River (Jonny Joka, Pixabay).

UZH Main Building Maps

Registration, meetings, lunches and coffee breaks take place in the UZH main building on floors D – N

UZH Main Building Maps

Space for bilateral meetings ist available in the " SOF " building (approx. five minutes walk):

Rooms available for bilateral meetings: SOF-E-05, SOF-E-07, SOF-E-13, SOF-E-15

Getting to the UZH City Campus

UZH is conveniently located just 10 km south of Zurich Airport, in the city center. The General Assembly will take place in the main building of UZH. Here are various transportation options to help you easily reach the university:

From the airport

Tram: The most straightforward route to the UZH city campus is tram number 10, which takes you directly to the ″Zurich, ETH/Universitätsspital″ stop in about 45 minutes. Trams depart every 15 minutes and tickets cost 7 Swiss Francs. From the tram stop, it is a quick walk to the UZH main building.

Train: For a quicker journey, take the train from Zurich Airport’s underground station to Zurich Hauptbahnhof, the city‘s main train station. The journey takes only 10-15 minutes and costs 7 Swiss Francs, with trains departing frequently — every 5 to 15 minutes. Trains such as the S2, S16, and various InterCity (IC) and InterRegio (IR) services are available. From Zurich Hauptbahnhof, you can either take a short tram ride or enjoy a scenic 20-minute walk to UZH through the historic old town.

Taxi or Uber: Taxis and Ubers are readily available at the airport and provide a direct, though more costly, travel option to UZH. The ride typically takes 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic, with costs ranging from 20 to 40 Swiss Francs.

From Zurich main station

Walk: UZH is a 20-minute walk from the main station. Be aware that the route includes steep and cobbled sections, which may be challenging with luggage. Use the entrance at Rämistrasse 71.

Tram: From Zurich main station, head to the ″Bahnhofplatz″ or ″Central″ tram stations. Take tram line 6 towards ″Zürich Zoo″ or tram line 10 towards ″Zürich Flughafen″ and exit at ″ETH/Universitätsspital.″ Use the entrance at Rämistrasse 71.

Polybahn: Find the red funicular railway at tram station ″Central″. It departs every three minutes. Once you exit the Polybahn, walk past ETH towards UZH, marked by its light blue tower. Use the entrance at Rämistrasse 71. Do not forget to buy a ticket before the ride.

The red funicular, known as "Polybähnli" only takes 100 seconds from Central up to Polyterrasse (Zurich Tourism).

Public transport tickets

Ticket machines are readily available at all stations for immediate ticket purchases. Additionally, you can purchase tickets and access timetables through the Swiss Federal Railway (SBB) website, or through the SBB Mobile app.

If you are planning multiple journeys within Zurich, consider purchasing a 24-hour day pass from any ticket machine, online, or via the app, as it offers unlimited travel and costs the same as two single rides.

SBB website: sbb.ch/en

Address

University of Zurich (UZH) Rämistrasse 71 CH-8006 Zurich

For further assistance, please contact us via email at una.europa@global.uzh.ch.

Travel tip

For those carrying heavy luggage, trams and taxis are recommended due to the steep routes leading to UZH, providing easier access.

Directions

For directions, scan the provided QR code or follow this Google Maps Link: google.ch/maps

Zurich Highlights

After enjoying the Kunsthaus Tour and the Zurich City Tour as part of the Social Program, why not explore Zurich and its surroundings further? There are numerous opportunities to discover the city and beyond at your own pace.

Enjoy the view from Uetliberg Mountain

At 871 meters above sea level, Uetliberg stands as Zurich’s local mountain and offers panoramic views of the city, Lake Zurich, and the Alps. It is a favored spot for hiking and outdoor activities. You can reach the summit by public transport or on foot, with the trip taking anywhere from 1 to 3 hours. A 24-hour public transportation ticket costing around 9 Swiss Francs will cover your travel to this area.

For more information, visit Zurich Tourism: zuerich.com/en

Take a boat or walk along Lake Zurich

You can take a boat cruise on Lake Zurich or the River Limmat to see the city from the water. The route offers views of the snow-capped Alps and passes by landmarks like Ufenau Island, the Lindt Home of Chocolate, Rapperswil Castle, and vineyards near Stäfa. Cruises last between 1.5 to 4 hours and cost from 7 to 27 Swiss Francs.

You can also walk or cycle along the shores of Lake Zurich. The area is suitable for picnics and offers swimming and water sports like pedal boating and stand-up paddleboarding. Lakeside restaurants serve local dishes, and the surrounding vineyards are known for the Räuschling grape.

For boat schedules and ticket information, please visit the website of Lake Zurich Navigation Company (ZSG): zsg.ch/en

View from the restaurant on Uetliberg mountain (Jan Maybach, Pixabay).

Explore Niederdörfli in Zurich’s old town

Niederdörfli, located in Zurich‘s historic old town beneath the Grossmünster church, features narrow, car-free alleys lined with a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants. This area offers a unique blend of high medieval architecture and the vibrant daily life of the city.

During the day, you can explore boutique shops, antique bookshops, and craft workshops. As night falls, the neighborhood transforms into a lively hub of nightlife with bars, street performers, and market stalls that showcase local culinary offerings. This mix of historical ambiance and modern activity makes Niederdörfli a notable destination for visitors and locals alike.

For additional details on activities and other attractions in Zurich, please visit our event website. If you are interested in broader travel tips within Switzerland, check out the website of Zurich Tourism: zuerich.com/en/

The MS Etzel, built in 1934, is a preserved motor ship operating on Lake Zurich (Zurich Tourism).

Niederdorf is affectionately known by locals as the Dörfli –the ″little village″ (Jonny Joka, Pixabay).

Swiss German Mini-Dictionary

Grüezi

A universal greeting in Switzerland, used among strangers or in formal situations.

Wo isch... ?

Where is...? Commonly used to ask for directions.

Prost!

Cheers! Commonly used when toasting drinks.

Ich trinke nur Hahnewasser.

I only drink tap water. Useful to know if you prefer not to pay for bottled water.

Merci, adie!

Thanks, bye. A common way to say goodbye and thank you.

Photo: UZH

Research with Us!

Do you have an idea for a research project that you would like to realize with colleagues from UZH? Check out two funding opportunities:

UZH Global Strategy and Partnerships Funding Scheme

The scheme is open to collaboration initiatives of UZH-researchers and colleagues from Una Europa partner universities. UZH provides travel funds to establish first contacts, seed funding for the exploration of ideas and project funds for research and teaching activities with an outreach and/or visibility component.

More info on the UZH Global Affairs website: global.uzh.ch

SNSF Project Funding

The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) is Switzerland’s foremost public research funder. With project funding, the SNSF supports collaborative or interdisciplinary projects of two Swiss-based applicants and one applicant (and further project partners) from abroad.

More info on the SNSF website: snf.ch/en

UZH in a Nutshell

A – Sta rt-Ups

Since 1999, UZH has spawned over 170 startups, reinforcing Switzerland‘s 13-year dominance in the Global Innovation Index. The Global Innovation Index ranks countries based on their innovation capabilities and outcomes.

B – Numbers

Founded in 1833, UZH now has over 27,900 students and 7,340 staff, including 4,540 academic staff (FTE).

C – Campuses

Spread across Zurich, UZH consists of various campuses: Center, Irchel, Oerlikon, and Schlieren.

D – Diversity

UZH embraces diversity in its student body, staff, and academic programs. With around 25% of the student body coming from abroad, UZH fosters an inclusive and multicultural environment that enriches the educational experience.

E – Albert Einstein

UZH proudly displays Albert Einstein‘s doctoral certificate, honoring one of its 12 Nobel Prize laureates, at the university entrance. Tip: Take a picture at the selfie-spot.

F – Faculties

With seven faculties and over 100 different subject areas, UZH is Switzerland‘s largest university, offering a wide range of academic courses ranging from Computational Linguistics to Gender Studies or Sports Management.

G – Botanic Garden

UZH’s botanic garden cultivates around 7,000 different plant species from all seven continents and from very different climate zones.

H – Winston Churchill

In 1946, Churchill called for the consolidation of European states after WWII in UZH’s auditorium with his famous words ″Let Europe Arise!″.

Photo: UZH

I – Pioneer

UZH became the second European university, after the Sorbonne, to admit a female student. In 1866, UZH welcomed Nadezhda Suslova from Russia.

J – Joint Programs

UZH is part of the two Una Europa international Joint Bachelor degree programs in European Studies and Sustainability respectively, and will welcome the first cohort in 2025.

K – Networks

In addition to Una Europa, UZH is also a proud member of Universitas 21, a global network of research-intense universities, and the League of European Research Universities (LERU), fostering internationall partnerships.

L – Chaiselongue

The blue chaiselongue by artist Pipilotti Rist honors Emilie Kempin-Spyri (18531901), UZH’s first female lecturer and Switzerland’s first female lawyer.

M – Atriu m (″Lichthof ″)

The five-storey atrium, with its glass roof, blends modern and medieval architecture. Inaugurated in 1914, it houses UZH’s plaster casting collection and symbolizes a transition from antiquity to modernity.

N – Open Access

UZH champions free access to research data and scholarly publications, leading in Open Access initiatives.

O – Innovation Park Zurich

Innovation Park, located at Dübendorf Air Base near Zurich city center, serves as a dynamic platform for research, development, and innovation. It fosters collaboration between Zurich’s universities and private sector entities, aiming to transform research outcomes and innovative ideas into commercially viable products and services.

P – UR PP

The University Research Priority Programs (URPPs) foster interdisciplinary networks and advances societalbenefiting research areas.

Q – AACSB and EQUIS

Our Faculty of Business, Economics and Informatics continues to be accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, meeting top international business school standards.

R – Zu r ich

UZH’s location in Zurich, with over 425,000 residents and ranked sixth in the Global Livability Index, enhances the city’s attractiveness for living, working, and studying.

S – Inventions

UZH has contributed to numerous Inventions and successful products, including the famous Swiss toothpaste Elmex, lab-grown skin, or temperature sensors in medicine parcels to ensure optimal medication temperature.

T – Universitas Turicensis

UZH is the first European university founded by a democratic state, distinguishing it from those founded by monarchs or religious institutions.

U – Museums

The eight museums and 12 collections of UZH offer over 300,000 visitors a year a lively and varied insight into the past and present of the world and its people. Admission to all museums is free of charge.

V – Calatrava Library

Iconic in design, the library of the UZH Faculty of Law is a prominent feature on campus, designed by Spanish artist Santiago Calatrava.

W – University Tower

UZH’s tower, standing at 65 meters since its construction in 1914, now houses a restaurant and serves as a historic landmark in Zurich.

X – Operating Room X (OR-X)

OR-X, Switzerland’s cutting-edge operating room for surgical research and training, highlights UZH’s commitment to medical innovation.

Y – Veterinar y Medicine

UZH’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, is the second oldest in the world.

Z – Academic Sports Association

Zurich (ASVZ)

The ASVZ provides students and staff with diverse sports options, offering over 120 disciplines, around 600 weekly lessons, and about 1,200 yearly courses, camps, and events.

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