![Live discussion with alumni Richard Morais]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590654628/zurich/nlhpekx03catzhl5vxre/Richard1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1590654628/zurich/nlhpekx03catzhl5vxre/Richard1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590654628/zurich/nlhpekx03catzhl5vxre/Richard1.png","width":591}])
On Saturday, May 16 we had the pleasure of spending the evening with alumnus Richard C. Morais '77 for our first alumni virtual event.
Alumni Events
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If you have an idea for an alumni event, or would like to host or coordinate an event, please contact alumni@zis.ch.
![ZISMeets NYC: ZIS and the Arts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1590654473/zurich/j40kboeacwqlcjj2pxtq/32307Custom.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1590654473/zurich/j40kboeacwqlcjj2pxtq/32307Custom.jpg","width":271}])
On Friday, January 31 the Karma Gallery in the East Village NYC opened its doors exclusively for a private tour guided by ZIS alumna and art expert Deniz Atac (AISZ 2003). See photos from the event here!
![Update - class reunions.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1579512038/zurich/r1igz9gl7jowxn40iu0b/classof2010.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1579512038/zurich/r1igz9gl7jowxn40iu0b/classof2010.jpg","width":400}])
At this time, all on-campus events have been cancelled until further notice this includes all class reunions.
![Alumni Holiday Apéro 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1541587898/zurich/tgaw6lzrzjyxbw70fdvp/AlumniHolidayAperoImage1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1541587898/zurich/tgaw6lzrzjyxbw70fdvp/AlumniHolidayAperoImage1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1541587898/zurich/tgaw6lzrzjyxbw70fdvp/AlumniHolidayAperoImage1.jpg","width":683}])
On Thursday, December 19 we hosted our annual alumni holiday apéro at The Green Room, Zurich. See photos from the event here!
![ZISMeets 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1558533809/zurich/rja1gcqynqhbjkwyflaq/Amsterdam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1558533809/zurich/rja1gcqynqhbjkwyflaq/Amsterdam.jpg","width":300}])
A recap and photos from our recent ZISMeets in New York, Amsterdam and London. Thank you to our wonderful alumni Claire Matern '08, Caroline van den Bogaard (alumni parent) and Lesley Symons '75 who shared their time and knowledge to make these events possible.
![Class of 1999 reunion - August 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1562157022/zurich/zexlfnvzuf9mumxqt1ou/Classof1999Square.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1562157022/zurich/zexlfnvzuf9mumxqt1ou/Classof1999Square.png","width":300}])
Over 30 of the original class returned to mark their 20 year anniversary! Drinks at the Spinnergut villa followed by a dinner at Reithalle Restaurant were on their itinerary as well as a picnic gathering. View photos of the weekend here.
![Class of 2009 Reunion - June 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1562156760/zurich/n7syel1duuyb9il8u21l/Classof09.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1562156760/zurich/n7syel1duuyb9il8u21l/Classof09.jpg","width":300}])
A wonderful weekend was enjoyed celebrating with the Class of '09. An Apéro at the Villa, dinner at the Schlossgarten restaurant and a soccer match at the Upper School. View photos here!
![ZISMeets: London - May 2, 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1549448190/zurich/kexow1ldamirrngxlj9u/LesleySymonsSQUARE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1549448190/zurich/kexow1ldamirrngxlj9u/LesleySymonsSQUARE.jpg","width":300}])
UK based alumni enjoyed a networking Apéro and presentation by alumna, Lesley Symons '75, titled "The 100 year life" and how living longer will affect our careers and life stages. Her presentation is based on the work by author Lynda Gratton http://www.100yearlife.com/
![ZISMeets: Amsterdam - April 4, 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1549447969/zurich/ehzbpqzilda2q8yekemh/CarolinevandenBogaardfornewspost.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1549447969/zurich/ehzbpqzilda2q8yekemh/CarolinevandenBogaardfornewspost.jpg","width":300}])
Alumni in Amsterdam met for a networking Apéro and talk on global career development by alumni parent Caroline van den Bogaard. This included best practices of an international career and working with cultural differences.
![ZISMeets: New York City - March 13, 2019]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1548075176/zurich/jummi6a4dxns4xu4r7du/ClaireMatern2USE.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1548075176/zurich/jummi6a4dxns4xu4r7du/ClaireMatern2USE.jpg","width":300}])
Memories of Switzerland in NYC! ZIS alumna Claire Matern (Class of '08) was our chef for the night!
![ZISMeets: St. Gallen University - December 6, 2018]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1541600838/zurich/xq63sc7fyranrdzn18sq/StGUni1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1541600838/zurich/xq63sc7fyranrdzn18sq/StGUni1.jpg","width":300}])
Our first ZISMeets at the University of St. Gallen!
![Community Workshop with Visiting Scholar Will Richardson - October 8, 2018]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1537347794/zurich/r6tlyljufyckt8xnmyth/WillRichardson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1537347794/zurich/r6tlyljufyckt8xnmyth/WillRichardson.jpg","width":300}])
ZIS Visiting Scholar Will Richardson will help us examine new ways to think about our students’ learning at a community workshop Monday, October 8 from 18:00 to 20:00 in the Lower School MPR. Alumni are welcome.
![Class of 1998 Reunion - August 11, 2018]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1535965841/zurich/sle9hwdftergfrqacpvf/Classof1998.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1535965841/zurich/sle9hwdftergfrqacpvf/Classof1998.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1535965841/zurich/sle9hwdftergfrqacpvf/Classof1998.jpg","width":699}])
Members of the Class of '98 met with their former faculty for a tour of the villa.
![ZISMeets: A great year!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1536584478/zurich/totepohatq8nu0dlwylu/ZISMeets2017-18_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1536584478/zurich/totepohatq8nu0dlwylu/ZISMeets2017-18_1.png","width":300}])
What a fantastic range of ZISMeets and Class Reunions we enjoyed! Looking forward to another great year in 18/19.
Alumni enjoyed a reception and talk about global economics with alumni parent Philipp Hildebrand, Vice Chairman of BlackRock. View photos from the event here.
Our first ever ZISMeets in The Hague!
A mouth-watering Afternoon Tea experience combined with a networking opportunity!
The Class of '08 celebrate their 10th anniversary with a weekend of fun. See photos here!
Alumni met at the Berklee School of Music for an evening of learning and musical talent.
The alumni community came together to honor this year's John Mattern Alumni Award Honoree Regina Lanford.
