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University centre “César Ritz” THINGS TO REMEMBER STUDENT LIFE Dear Students, Brig

I understand how you must be feeling as the time University Centre “César Ritz” is located in the city of is approaching where you will be leaving your Brig-Glis, the largest German-speaking town in the accustomed environment to join us at University region. Brig is easily reached by intercity trains Centre “César Ritz” in Brig, . and just 20 minutes from the Italian border town of Domodossola, two hours from Milan and less than two and a half hours from both Geneva and Zurich.

The town of Brig is ideal for on a local scale, is a departure point for travelling to Italy, France and as well as other destinations in Europe.

Brig offers social, cultural, historical and educational facilities in a small, concentrated area. Nearby tourist attractions include Zermatt, the Simplon Pass, Saas Fee, the famous leading to St. Moritz, and the Aletsch glacier. www.brig-belalp.ch The faculty, staff and I are looking forward to welcoming you to Brig and happy to have you studying with us in the coming months.

In order to facilitate your travels, relocation and your life in Brig, Switzerland, and at University Centre “César Ritz”, we have developed this “Welcome Brochure” to give you some helpful information about travelling to Brig and living in Switzerland.

Daniel Gutzwiller Director of University Centre “César Ritz”

University Centre “César Ritz” is located in the city of Brig-Glis, the largest German-speaking town in the canton of Valais.

University Centre “César Ritz” is located in the city of S witzerland

Founded in 1291, Switzerland has almost always been The transport and tourism infrastructures are politically neutral and is now the most politically among the best in the world, making it very easy and stable country in the world. The safe environment, comfortable for visitors to travel around the country. natural beauty, cleanliness, cultural and linguistic Switzerland is centrally located in Europe, giving diversity, and Swiss reputation for excellence and students the opportunity to visit and experience professionalism add to the experience. other European countries.

Small Country, Big Heart Switzerland and Tourism

C onsisting of 26 can- C onsidered as the tons (or states), birthplace of tourism, Switzerland is located people from all in the heart of Europe over the world visit and surrounded by five Switzerland for its countries: Italy, France, natural beauty and Austria, Germany, and outstanding quality Liechtenstein. The total of service. This tiny population is approxi- nation has 5,600 mately 7.6 million, of hotels that provide which twenty percent accommodation for are expatriates. The more than 35 million largest cities in guests every year! Switzerland are: Zurich The Swiss hospitality (centre for business industry not only and finance); Basel welcomes many in- (c ultura l capita l); ternational visitors Geneva (home of the but also employs a United Nations and truly international I nternational Red work force. This is Cross); Bern (capital reflected in Swiss of the country); and hotel management Lausanne (Olympic schools in terms capita l). A lthough of the curriculum Switzerland is a very offered and the mix small country, four of the student popu- languages are spoken: lation. In a country German in the north that has some of the and east; French in the west; Italian in the south; most prestigious hotel management schools in the and Romansh in the south-eastern region. world, the quality of the country’s human resources is second to none, ensuring an extensive supply of highly qualified staff for the industry. Culture and Leisure www.aseh.ch S witzerland’s mountains, valleys, lakes and glaciers www.myswitzerland.com offer students year-round opportunities for outdoor activities such as , skating, paragliding, rafting, sailing, mountain biking and horse riding. World-renowned exhibitions and festivals take place throughout the calendar year satisfying all cultural tastes in music from pop to jazz to classical. In short, Switzerland offers an extensive range of sporting and cultural activities.

3 How to Get to University Centre “César Ritz”

By Car from: Geneva/Lausanne/Montreux/Sion

• Take the A9 motorway direction Brig/Simplon until its end • Drive on the main road for approximately 22 km direction Brig • Take the A9 motorway, pass the Gamsen Tunnel and take the exit Brig-Glis • At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit direction Simplon (Furka, Grimsel, Nufenen, Naters) • Drive on Überlandstrasse for about 2 km, keep to the right-hand side and exit at Brig-Glis. at the roundabout, take the first exit and drive about 100 m, pass over the speed bumps and then turn left in front of University Centre “César Ritz”

By Car from: Zurich or Basel/Bern/Lötschberg car train

• Take the A1 motorway direction Bern • Merge onto the A6 direction Interlaken/Thun/Bern-Ostring • Merge onto the 223 towards Kandersteg to take the Lötschberg car transport train across the Alps to Goppenstein. The journey through the tunnel takes less than 15 minutes; trains run every half an hour and it costs CHF 25 per trip • Once at Goppenstein, exit the train, turn right at the first stop and keep driving down the mountain. you will then arrive at a village called Gampel-Steg • Drive through the village (you must turn left while always remaining on the main road) and cross over a bridge to a roundabout • Turn right at the roundabout and follow the directions mentioned above as this is the same road that leads from Geneva

By Car from: Milan (Italy)/Simplon Pass

• Take the A8/Autostrada Dei Laghi (partly toll) • Merge onto the A8/A26 direction Genova-Gravellona Toce (part tollway) • Merge onto the A26/Autostrada Genova Voltri-Gravellona Toce, follow the signs Gravellona Toce/SS33 Del Sempione (Simplon Pass) • Cross the border into Switzerland. Drive to Brig-Zentrum exit 35. Turn right onto the Neue Simplonstrasse. Turn left over the bridge, drive straight on Gliserallee to the next roundabout and take a right turn. Soon the university will appear on your left-hand side, just after the speed bumps

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Italy Milano 4 By Plane

T here are three major international airports in Switzerland: Geneva, Zurich and Basel. Geneva Airport is the closest to the school. Flight reservations need to be made well in advance of your starting date, in particular if you start your semester in January (just after the Christmas and New Year holidays), or in July (European summer holidays) as many flights are fully booked early in the year.

All three airports have their own railway station with a regular service to the city of Brig. Each start of term, a Welcome Desk is set up directly in front of the “Arrivals” exit at Geneva Airport. It is open from 8:30 to 22:30 hrs. Friday until Sunday prior to the start of term. Senior students will welcome you at the desk, help you buy the train ticket and ensure you take the correct train to Brig.

By Train

S witzerland offers an efficient network of train connections. Trains from Geneva Airport usually depart once per hour. Direct trains take approximately two hours and thirty minutes to Brig and cost approximately CHF 60.

Zurich Airport also has an integrated railway station with excellent service to Brig. Running from 6:00 until 21:00 hrs. trains take approximately two hours and thirty minutes to arrive at Brig and cost approximately CHF 85. Beware there is a strong possibility that you will be required to change trains. Please consult the train ticket agent who usually will be very happy to help you.

Train schedules normally change once per year even though in most cases the changes are not significant. Please visit the website of the Swiss Railways (www.rail.ch) to check for updated departure and arrival times. There you will also find interesting information about travelling in Switzerland by train, student passes, European connections, etc.

Half-Fare Train Pass

We highly recommend you to buy the half-fare train pass. This allows you to travel anywhere in Switzerland at half the regular price of a ticket for a train, bus or boat. If you buy the pass upon arrival in Switzerland it will immediately save you fifty percent on your trip from the airport to Brig. The pass costs CHF 150 per year.

Combined with the half-fare card, you can also buy the “Voie 7” pass that allows you to travel in second class for free after 19:00 hrs. You must be between the ages of 19-25 to buy this pass and it costs CHF 99 per year.

5 Dresse Cod

“ César Ritz” Colleges Switzerland is a business institution and we expect you to dress and present yourself accordingly. When you are scheduled in class or are participating in formal or special occasions, business attire must be worn unless you have to work in the kitchen, service or as otherwise announced. You are advised to be strict with your personal hygiene and your appearance.

When you are not attending scheduled classes or school events, casual dress may be adopted but you are expected to ensure that your clothes suit the school’s business environment. If you are in doubt about whether your attire would be considered appropriate, you should seek advice from a member of the staff.

Male Students Y ou should wear dark suits (blue, grey, brown or black), a classic collared shirt and a tie. Cardigans/pullovers worn under jackets are permitted as long as they are v-neck and the tie is visible. You should also bring black leather shoes with laces, and black socks.

You must have your hair cut to the regulated length above the collar and not coloured. “Skin-head” type haircuts are not allowed due to their unprofessional look and the connotations involved with such haircuts.

Earrings and piercings of any kind are not permitted. You must be clean- shaven at all times or have a well-trimmed beard or moustache when you come to classes or special events. During the term, you may not start growing a beard or moustache.

Female Students You should wear skirts/dresses/trousers with coordinating/matching jackets and a blouse or top. No skirts/dresses should be more than 5 cm above the knees. No t-shirts, polo shirts and/or transparent clothing are allowed. Cardigans/pullovers worn under jackets are permitted as long as they are v-neck. You should also bring plain, black leather shoes with a small heel, and skin-coloured stockings.

You should refrain from wearing excessive jewelry or the use of extensive make-up, perfume and hair colour. Piercings are limited to one per ear.

Visible tattoos are unacceptable.

6 Don‘t Forget

Generally most items are available in town or in the region and you will be able to purchase whatever you need. You will notice, however, that the prices are usually more expensive than they would be in your country.

What to Bring • Laptop computer with wireless capability (it is a requirement for each student) • At least two business suits to wear to class, training, interviews and special occasions • Minimum of five shirts or blouses with a classic collar and a couple of ties/scarves • Wool scarf, hat, gloves, winter jacket and snow boots (it can be very cold in winter) • Sports clothes and shoes • Pyjamas, nightdresses, bathrobe and slippers • Dictionaries • Calculator • 220 volts round prongs/European connector

You are required to bring with you several official passport photos.T hese photos will be used for a variety of membership cards and passes. The school also encourages you to bring your country’s traditional costume and/or formal dress for special events or functions.

Other Items You Might Choose to Bring • Small travel radio, iPod and alarm clock • Hair dryer (220 volts) • Beach towel (Switzerland offers great opportunities to swim in the summer and in winter, trips are organized to thermal spas and heated swimming pools in the area) • Ski or snowboard equipment (there will be plenty of opportunities during your stay to enjoy the slopes and it is also possible to rent ski equipment for the day or the entire season) • boots (the Alps offer great opportunities for hiking) • Any other sports equipment (e.g. tennis/squash/badminton racket, golf clubs or bicycle) N.B. bicycles must be insured and registered annually and the school does not supply a storage room

What NOT to Bring

For safety reasons, you are not allowed to keep or use ironing equipment or cooking appliances in your room (e.g. heating elements, rice cookers, toasters). Kettles to boil water equipped with a safety function are allowed in the rooms, and microwaves are available in the common areas. Pets are forbidden in the living quarters provided by the school. Also, it is forbidden to bring or possess firearms, knives or any weapons and illegal drugs. Drugs issued on prescription by a registered doctor are permitted.

7 A dministrative Information

Term Dates 2009 Summer 13 July - 25 September Fall 5 October - 18 December

2010 Winter 11 January - 26 March Spring 5 April - 18 June summer 12 July - 24 September Fall 4 October - 17 December

2011 Winter 10 January - 25 March spring 4 April - 17 June

Your Arrival University Centre “César Ritz” looks forward to welcoming you on Friday, Saturday or Sunday prior to the start of the term. The check-in process will commence on Friday at 9:00 hrs. at the student dorms, Themis & Xenius.

Once you are in Switzerland and know a precise time of arrival in Brig, please call the Resident Assistant on duty on +41 76 313 22 22.

For arrivals after the stated check-in dates, you will be charged an extra fee. Should you be unable to arrive during the days and times indicated, please contact the university immediately.

Student Account On arrival at University Centre “César Ritz”, the student account of CHF 3,000 paid upon registration will be activated under your name at the university. This account is not subject to interest rates and may not be used for any personal expenses such as fines, outstanding bills or school fees.

The student account of CHF 3,000 is usually sufficient for six months (i.e. two terms of study) for textbooks, any uniforms, medical insurance, visa fees and the annual charges of the cellphone and SMS/Internet mobile charges.

After these two terms or once you have left for internship in Switzerland, you will be required to restock your student account to CHF 3,000 depending on the number of remaining terms of study.

English Placement If you are a non-native English speaking student without an official TOEFL/IELTS score, upon arrival you will need to take an English Placement Test. Should the score be below the required minimum level, you will be advised to enrol in the University Preparatory Programme. Only when a sufficient English level is achieved, will you be allowed to start the programme in which you have enrolled.

8 Medical Insurance T he Swiss law on health insurance makes it compulsory for any resident in Switzerland, except European Community (EU) students, to be insured with a Swiss-based health insurance company. As a student resident (B) permit holder, you will automatically enter into this category and will be therefore covered for health, accidents and travel during your studies and internship in Switzerland by CSS Assurance.

The cost of the insurance for students under 30 years old is CHF 165 per month. A deductible fee of CHF 100 per calendar year applies when you receive an invoice for medical treatment, however, certain prescription medicine is not covered.

If you are a Swiss or EU citizen, you have the possibility to keep your own insurance, provided that you can submit an insurance policy that is approved by the local authorities. Please provide your EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card) upon arrival.

Doctors and Hospitals When you are at the university, to make sure that any medical treatment is covered by insurance, you must only go to doctors or the hospital in Brig. The hospital will accept minor emergencies, however, severely injured patients must be admitted to the hospital in Visp, about 8 km from Brig. If you wish to see a different doctor you should make sure that the college’s insurance will cover the related expenses. In any case, you should make your own arrangements for transport. If possible, appointments should be made outside of class time.

During your internship, if you need to be hospitalized for a planned operation (e.g. surgery) you must be hospitalized in the Canton of Valais. However, if it is an emergency, you can go to the hospital nearest to your in-training location.

At all times, the Resident Assistants are able to provide assistance and further information.

9 S tay Connected Career Services Service office Placement office “César Ritz” F&B office University Centre dining room Ground Floor Director of University Centre “César Ritz”

Finance office

César’s Café

Entrance

Student Services

Main kitchen Chef’s office Reception

Key System University Centre “César Ritz” is equipped with a central, state-of-the-art locking system. Every student receives an electronic keycard to access the campus facilities.

Cellphones When arriving at “César Ritz” Colleges Switzerland you will be required to purchase a cellphone which is connected to the “César Ritz” Colleges' network (configured only for use in Switzerland). You are allowed unlimited free calling to any of your fellow students, as well as discounted rates on calls abroad. You will be provided with more information about the phone network upon arrival.

Mail System Parents and friends should address their mail to you Internet as follows: Wireless Internet is available throughout the school. First name and Surname (in English) To access the network, you will need to get the SSID Student number (if known) name and password from the IT department upon University Centre “César Ritz” arrival. English-Gruss-Strasse 43 3900 Brig Switzerland E-mail You may collect your mail at the Reception in the Upon arrival you will receive your own lifelong e-mail university building during weekdays. address to stay in touch with the “César Ritz” family.

10 Getting Settled

S tudents are housed in several single and double room university accommodation options in Brig. Themis & Xenius is the largest of the student dormitories, located within five minutes of the university. All student rooms are non-smoking and cleaned and restocked with fresh towels and linen weekly.

Single Deluxe Rooms

A ll single deluxe rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. In addition, all rooms are equipped with a refrigerator, pin-code safe, wired Internet connection, flat-screen satellite TV with up to 60 channels and for a good nights’ sleep, a 120 cm wide bed. All rooms are furnished with a desk, office chair and sufficient storage and cupboard space.

Laundry Single Superior and Grand Deluxe Rooms Laundry facilities are located in each of the student housing options. Washing machines, tumble dryers T hese rooms have the same features as the single as well as ironing boards and irons are available for deluxe rooms but are of larger size and the flat-screen use by students. Specific facility instructions vary TV sets are larger. In addition, single superior deluxe depending on location. rooms have a DVD player, an easy chair and a 160 cm wide queen-size bed. The grand deluxe rooms also have direct access to a large balcony. Resident Assistants

R esident Assistants (RA’s) are senior students living Furnished Apartments on campus whose responsibility is to enhance the overall quality of residential life. They also act as I f you wish a higher level of independence than living liaisons between the administration and the student within the dorms, University Centre “César Ritz” owns body. Please do not hesitate to contact the RA’s if you and manages numerous apartments around Brig- have any questions about college, social or personal Glis. Each of those are fully furnished and equipped issues during your stay at “César Ritz” Colleges with similar amenities to the traditional dorms. Switzerland. The RA’s are here to help you!

11 University Centre

“César Ritz” Dining Room School Books T he dining room is located on the ground floor Y ou are advised to buy your textbooks at the of the university building and is open Monday to beginning of each term at the facilities provided by Friday for lunch and dinner. You can help yourself University Centre “César Ritz”. A system of second- from a buffet line. Also, students enrolled in the hand books has also been introduced where textbooks “Service-Practical” course practice their service skills may be available at half-price. There may also be an in the evenings to which other students get invited. opportunity at the end of each term to return certain used books for a refund of half the purchase price.

Computer Lab Library T he computer lab, located on the second floor of the T he library holds over 6,000 books and more than university building, is equipped with 24 personal 80 journals and magazines. The largest collections computers and all necessary software is installed are within the gastronomy and hospitality subjects. including standard programmes like MS Office and The library also offers electronic databases, DVD's and other hospitality-based packages. Each term you will videos. be allocated 400 free printouts.

12 T hemis & Xenius

Study Rooms T here are study rooms in the university building as well as the student dorms Themis & Xenius that are great for doing projects with a group or doing homework.

Cosmos Lounge The lobby/reception called “Cosmos” is located on the ground floor of the Themis & Xenius dorms and is staffed by students. It is more than

a reception; it is also a coffee lounge where beverages and snacks are offered.

Kitchens Kitchens are located in the majority of student housing options. There are eight fully equipped kitchens with dishwashers located at the Themis & Xenius building and available for you to cook and dine with your friends. You are, however, responsible for cleanliness of the kitchen and utensils.

13 Getting Around

Public Transportation T he Swiss public transportation system is wonderful and allows easy travelling within Switzerland and surrounding countries. From the campus, the train and the bus station can be reached in less than eight minutes walk.

For more information about train and bus schedules visit: www.rail.ch.

Brig Town Centre

Train station

Post P office MIGROS Themis & Xenius Alpina accommodation

Credit Suisse H Brig hospital UBS P Weri P Glissmatte

University Centre “César Ritz” Parking

Parking is subject to availability and located at the student dorms Themis & Xenius for a surcharge of CHF 300 (indoor) and CHF 120 (outdoor) per term.

There is strictly no parking on school premises, including the secondary school next door and the private parking spaces adjacent to the building. You have two other options for parking at the university building:

• Monthly ticket at the parking lot “Glismatte” (next to the university) for approximately CHF 40 a month • Monthly ticket for Garage-Parking “Weri” for approximately CHF 80 a month

These tickets can be obtained at the local police (Stadtpolizei Brig) located at the Bauamt. Opening hours: 10:00- 12:00 and 14:00-16:00 hrs.

14 Within Walking Distance – Brig Town Centre

Shopping Banks Brig is a relatively small town, so all shopping areas S witzerland is known to be the country of banks. are within easy reach by foot. Clothes, shoes, sports In Brig you will find a branch of all the major Swiss equipment, food, toiletries, stationery and electronics banks. Regular opening hours are Monday to Friday are all available. Shops and pharmacies are usually from 9:00 to 17:00 hrs. ATM machines, however, open on Monday afternoon from 14:00 to 18:30 hrs. can be found in Brig and throughout Switzerland and Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00 to 12:00 hrs. and money may be easily withdrawn any time of the and from 13:30 to 18:30 hrs. Saturdays, most shops are day. In order to open a bank account you must be in open from 8:00 to 17:00 hrs. and on Sundays almost possession of a valid B-Permit. Both UBS and Credit everything is closed except a small convenience store Suisse offer special attractive deals for you upon at the train station and at petrol stations. arrival.

Cost of Living Depending on your lifestyle and the country you are from, you should budget a minimum of CHF 400 per month for living expenses to allow you to enjoy not only the school but also the Swiss life.

Restaurants and Bars Brig has many restaurants and bars offering a range of cuisines and tastes from classical Swiss and French Cuisine to Italian and Thai. McDonalds as well as other take-away outlets are also available. Regular opening hours for restaurants are from 8:00 to 23:00 hrs. Hot food is regularly served from 12:00 to 14:00 hrs. and again from 18:00 to 22:00 hrs. Bars are usually open from 9:00 to 24:00/1:00 hrs.

15 Having Fun

Student Committee T he aim of the Student Committee is to represent the entire student body. The committee works closely with the Student Activities Coordinator to promote and improve your quality of life. Some of the responsibilities of the Student Committee are to organize extracurricular activities and speak on your behalf.

Remember that you are encouraged to suggest activities that would interest you to the Student Committee or the Student Services. Chances are a fellow student may also be interested. Get involved and enjoy the experience!

More activities may be found on www.ritz.edu under News.

Social Activities E vents and excursions are scheduled regularly to help enhance your life outside the campus environment. This gives you the chance to develop your professional knowledge and discover the country where you are living through such excursions. Some of these include but are not limited to city excursions in and out of Switzerland as well as sporting trips.

Theme nights and special events happen regularly. The most anticipated events include the Icebreaker party, the Iron Chef competition and the Sports day.

Hot Places Brig and the surroundings offer other ways to enjoy your stay while at University Centre “César Ritz”. Several of the local bars transform into discos on weekends but you can also stay on campus at the Chaos Bar and night club. You may also appreciate going to the movie theatre that offers English-language films; and to other events in town. In the summer, you may be interested to take part in the Open Air Gampel Festival with its incomparable ambiance found not far away from Brig (www. openairgampel.ch). 16 Chaos Student Club Open up to six nights a week, the Chaos Bar is staffed by students. With its wide selection of beverages, it is an excellent place for parties and theme nights.

Located in the basement of Themis & Xenius, Chaos hosts theme parties with DJs such as Apres Ski parties and 80’s nights. It also hosts more relaxed nights designed for you to mingle and game nights from poker tournaments, guitar heros or Wii bowling championships.

17 S ports

We believe that giving you an opportunity to Fitness participate in physical activity allows you to fully develop your potential. You will, therefore, have the T hemis & Xenius also have fully furnished fitness opportunity to take part in several sports and activities facilities that can be used free of charge. on campus even daily if you wish to do so. There are a number of different sports facilities in Brig. If you are looking for a larger variety of equipment or classes, you are welcome to purchase a membership at one of the local professional fitness centres. Team Activities

T he student dorms Themis & Xenius provide Tennis a multi-use sports court where football, basketball, volleyball and badminton can be played. The Student I ndoor and outdoor tennis courts are available Services Department and the Student Committee within walking distance of the university. During the organize sports activities throughout the year. More warmer months, you may obtain a pass to a private competitive athletes can join one of the local clubs. outdoor tennis centre.

Next door to the university building, there are indoor/outdoor soccer (football) field, volleyball and basketball courts also available for use.

18 Swimming Pool on offer. From December until April, Switzerland A s a student of University Centre “César Ritz” you provides the best opportunities for winter sports have free access to the outdoor pool in summer, which in the world. There are numerous world-class ski is located within 10 minutes’ walk from the school. resorts, many of which are located close to the school There you will find a water-slide, a diving-pool and a (Fiesch, Saas-Fee, Zermatt and Crans Montana) and beach-volleyball court. are easily accessible by public transport. Ski trips are organized by the school on most weekends when snow conditions permit. In general, there is something for Golf Courses and Driving Range every taste including tobogganing, skating, hockey, ice climbing and mountaineering. I f you enjoy playing golf, you have the opportunity to practice for free at the driving range located a mere 10 minutes’ drive from the campus. Summer Activities

Within an hour by train you have easy access to T he mountainous region is beautiful and perfect for several 18-hole golf courses, as well as a 9-hole course. outdoor adventures. There are many hiking trails in the Aletsch glacier area which is the largest and most fascinating river of ice in the Alps. You can also enjoy Winter Activities mountain biking, river rafting, horseback riding and paragliding. Summer skiing is also available and A lthough Switzerland is kown as an all-seasons tourist very popular so real ski enthusiasts can quench their paradise, it is really during the winter months that desire to ski twelve months a year on certain glaciers the country has a truly breathless array of delights for example in Saas-Fee and Zermatt.

19 What Students Say…

“ Life at “César Ritz” Colleges is very dynamic and internationally diverse; an environment that welcomes you as a family member for life. ” Philippe Cavatore (Germany)

“ T he cultural mix is very interesting. It gives me the opportunity to learn something firsthand that I could never learn from a book. ” Christine Onunda (Kenya)

“ I magine an idyllic landscape with beautiful lakes, snowy peaks and green meadows as far as the eye can see. Many might think it’s the perfect holiday getaway but for me, it’s the place I’ve called home for the past two years - Switzerland. ” Johan Bin Nasir Yeo (Malaysia)

“ S tudent life is never boring thanks to the Student Committee that organizes a host of events such as hiking trips, sports days, movie nights, parties and much more. ” Nataliya Kopailova (Russia/Kazakhstan)

University Centre ”César Ritz” English-Gruss-Strasse 43 3900 Brig - Switzerland Tel. +41 27 922 04 04 - Fax +41 27 922 04 05 05/09 Photos: Emo Photo, Toni Mohr The content of this publication may change at any time without prior notice. Design: Aquatre, Lausanne