CONNECT Event Series
Kick-off Event - 01 Sep 2026, 18:00
Invited participants: Students who have applied to enroll in the Minor/LAO for the Fall Semester 2026, as well as students planning to enroll in the Spring Semester 2027
Location: Details will be shared via email
Program
| Time | Session | Topic |
| 17:45 | Doors open | |
| 18:00 - 18:45 |
Prof Dr. Michael Schaepman, UZH Rector |
Welcome address |
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Topic to be announced |
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| Bea Knecht | Innovation and entrepreneurship | |
| Tschäppeler / Krogerus |
Making decisions |
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| 18:45 | Group photo | |
The event will conclude with an Apéro featuring food and beverages, a perfect opportunity to meet fellow students, exchange ideas, and expand your network within the innovation community. Participants will also receive exclusive merchandise.
CONNECT - Fall Semester 2026
Join a vibrant innovation community!
Beyond the classroom, students will have the opportunity to engage with academics, entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry partners from the wider innovation and startup ecosystem. These guests will share their journeys, experiences, key learnings, and the challenges and setbacks they have encountered along the way.
Participation in events, workshops, and networking opportunities within the CONNECT series is voluntary, but strongly encouraged.
Program
Speakers and topics will be announced on this page. Stay tuned!
| Date and Time | Topic |
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15 Sep, 18:00 |
Dr. Andy Schwarzenbach (HSG / UZH / INSEAD): Entrepreneurial Journey: From idea to exit About the speaker: Dr. Schwarzenbach co-founded HITZBERGER, a healthy fast-food concept, in 2009 after completing his studies and spending five years in management consulting. He grew the company to 12 locations and around 120 employees before selling it to MIGROS in 2017. Today, he supports entrepreneurs and startups. We will discuss his key learnings from the past 30 years in innovation and entrepreneurship. |
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06 Oct, 18:00 |
tbc |
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17 Nov, 18:00 |
tbc |
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01 Dec, 17:00 |
tbc |
