Great British Breakfast with James Breiding

Thursday, 12 March 2020 Geneva 7:40 - 9:00
Business Networking SLSEAA Members and their guests: CHF 55; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 110

Big may be powerful (as debated at our Founders' Dinner 2018) but small is beautiful. You and your guests are cordially invited to breakfast with the well-known author James Breiding, who will explore why small countries attain better-educated, more egalitarian, happier and wealthier populations,

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Working for Development

Wednesday, 11 December 2019 Zurich 18:30 - 21:00
Career Development SLSEAA Members: CHF 40; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 50

When you went up to the LSE, did you aspire to work upon graduation in far-off places for the benefit of humanity but, after returning to Switzerland and after career, family, kids and other commitments have lost track of that thought. Would you like to make your own personal contribution towards ending poverty and hunger, establishing sustainable economies, promoting peace and security and combating climate change and its impacts? Are you looking for practical advice and support to make your next career stop a permanent, temporary, sabbatical or external expert position with a multilateral development organization like the United Nations or the World Bank?

Whether you are an experienced professional or at the start of your professional career, this event is for and about you.

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16th True Purple

Tuesday, 3 December 2019 Basle, Berne, Geneva, Lugano, St. Gallen and Zurich 19:00
Social Networking PAYG

For the 16th time, the Swiss LSE Alumni Association is hosting "True Purple", the informal annual gathering of graduates, current and former students, members of staff, visitors and friends from all the Colleges of the University of London.

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The Founders' Dinner

Thursday, 7 November 2019 Berne 19:40
Debate and Social Networking Individuals: CHF 60; Couples: CHF 110

The Officers of the Swiss LSE Alumni Association cordially invite you and your partner, on occasion of the 21st anniversary of the foundation of the Association and the 124th anniversary of the foundation of the School, on Thursday, 7 November, to our traditional Founders' Dinner. Guests are welcome.

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Ambassadorial Reception

Tuesday, 22 October 2019 London 18:45 for 19:00
Business Networking Free

You and your partner are cordially invited to a reception hosted by the Swiss Ambassador, presenting Dr. Philipp Hildebrand, Vice Chairman of Black Rock and former Chairman of the Governing Board of the Swiss National Bank (SNB), as the keynote speaker

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"Bon voyage, students! Welcome back, new graduates!"

Thursday, 29 August 2019 Zurich and Geneva 18:00 (ZH) and 19:30 (GE)
Social Networking Students: Free; Alums: PAYG

New and returning LSE students, you are cordially invited, prior to going up to London, to link up with alumnae and alumni of the School for some insider information on life in London and thereafter. All students will enjoy complimentary drinks, courtesy of LSE alumnae and alumni. Students are welcome to bring their parents or siblings with them.

LSE alumnae and alumni, especially the graduating classes of recent years, come to connect with the older alums and to wish our new and returning students a "bon voyage" for their LSE journey, giving them some tips to make the best out of their time at the School.

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The London Dragons at the 2019 Races

Saturday/Sunday, 29/30 June 2019 Eglisau Entire days
Alumnae and Alumni Sports PAYG

The SLSEAA is the only national association of LSE alumnae and alumni worldwide with its own sports team. The team first competed in 2007. Our boat is always recruiting paddlers of all abilities for various races throughout the year. We field mixed crews of female and male paddlers in recreational race categories and always have free spots. Camaraderie, fitness and fun are our aims. Never have paddled before in a dragon boat? No problem, you will be instructed. The London Dragons would be delighted to welcome you as our newest recruit.

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Annual Reunion and General Meeting 2019

Saturday, 22 June 2019 Aarau 13:00 - 15:00
Governance SLSEAA Members: CHF 68; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 98

The town of Aarau is hosting the Swiss Federal Gymnastics Festival for an impressive seventh time since 1832. Be there to see some 62'000 gymnasts from 2'344 clubs flaunt their skills. 150'000 visitors are expected. The largest multi-sport event in Switzerland takes place every 6 years. Having just come out of our 20 Year Jubilee, join us to have your say in the running of one of the most active independent and autonomous national associations of LSE alumnae and alumni worldwide.

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Networking Luncheon with The Right Honourable, The Lord Owen

Wednesday, 8 May 2019 Geneva 11:45 - 14:00
Business Networking SLSEAA Members and their guests: CHF 70; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 140

In these turbulent political times, we can all benefit from the long view, and the view of experience. You and your guests are cordially invited to a luncheon with the Rt. Hon. The Lord Owen, Former Foreign Secretary and Co-Founder of the UK Social Democratic Party

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The Great British Sunday Roasts

Sunday, 28 April 2019 Geneva and Zurich 12:00 noon
Social Networking PAYG

Enjoy the 12th installment of our Ethnic Dinner Series running since 1999. Interspersing our other events and activities, the Dinner Series is our culinary homage to the long and distinguished tradition of area studies at the School.

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15th True Purple

Monday, 3 December 2018 Basle, Berne, Geneva, Lugano, St. Gallen and Zurich 19:00
Social Networking PAYG

For the 15th time, the Swiss LSE Alumni Association is hosting "True Purple", the informal annual gathering of graduates, current and former students, members of staff, visitors and friends from all the Colleges of the University of London.

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The Founders' Dinner

Wednesday, 7 November 2018 Rapperswil Castle 19:00
Social Networking Special Member Pricing

The Officers of the Swiss LSE Alumni Association cordially invite you and your partner, on occasion of the 20th anniversary of the foundation of the Association and the 123rd anniversary of the foundation of the School, on Wednesday, 7 November, to our traditional Founders' Dinner.

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Drinks for Alumnae

Thursday, 25 October 2018 Geneva and Zurich from 19:00
Social Networking PAYG

Join LSE ladies (i.e. former female students and female graduates) for after-work drinks and nibbles in an informal atmosphere. Celebrate autumn with 'prosecco a discretion' or a classic cocktail

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Gala Dinner with HM Ambassador Jane Owen

Thursday, 4 October 2018 Lugano 19:00 - 22:00
Business and Social Networking SLSEAA Members and their guests: CHF 100; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 140

You and your partner and guests are cordially invited to a Gala Dinner with Her Majesty's Ambassador to Switzerland, Jane Owen, who will address the theme "UK and Switzerland: A New Partnership?". The Dinner will also feature an outstanding recital by Silvan Zingg, who has been described by the critics as an exceptional pianist, best known for his technique and cheerful enthusiasm.

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"Bon voyage, students! Welcome back, new graduates!"

Tuesday, 14 August 2018 Zurich and Geneva 18:00
Social Networking Students: Free; Alums: PAYG

New and returning LSE students, you are cordially invited, prior to going up to London, to link up with alumnae and alumni of the School for some insider information on life in London and thereafter. All students will enjoy complimentary drinks, courtesy of LSE alumnae and alumni. Students are welcome to bring their parents or siblings with them.

LSE alumnae and alumni, especially the graduating classes of recent years, come to connect with the older alums and to wish our new and returning students a "bon voyage" for their LSE journey, giving them some tips to make the best out of their time at the School.

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Annual Reunion and General Meeting 2018

Tuesday, 26 June 2018 Berne 18:45 - 21:30
Governance Special Member Pricing

20 years after our foundation and 10 years after having last held our Annual Reunion and General Meeting in the Federal City, we are returning to our place of origin. We will look back on our very successful 19th year of operation and will look forward to the projects pursued in our Jubilee Year by and for the membership. Join us to have your say in the running of one of the most active independent and autonomous national associations of LSE alumnae and alumni worldwide.

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The London Dragons at the 2018 Races

Saturday/Sunday, 23/24 June 2018 Eglisau Entire days
Alumnae and Alumni Sports PAYG

Our boat is always recruiting paddlers of all abilities for various races throughout the year. We field mixed crews of female and male paddlers in recreational race categories and always have free spots. Camaraderie, fitness and fun are our aims. Never have paddled before in a dragon boat? No problem, you will be instructed. The London Dragons would be delighted to welcome you as our newest recruit.

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The Debate on Brexit

Thursday, 7 June 2018 Geneva 17:30 - 21:30
Business Networking SLSEAA Members and their guests: CHF 98; Non-member LSE alumnae and alumni: CHF 150

The United Kingdom's exit from the European Union is the biggest political decision the voters of the United Kingdom have made in a generation, a decision which has changed the landscape of Europe forever. You and your guests are cordially invited to a lively Debate on Brexit by a distinguished panel of experts and an informed audience

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