Between the Olympics and the Lecture Hall
Triathlete and UZH alumna Nicola Spirig discusses pressure, the value of setbacks and how law school provided a crucial counterbalance.
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“Trust comes first”
UZH is tightening up its rules and guidelines around expense reporting, gifts and conflicts of interest. Interview with Daniel Hug, UZH’s Vice President Finances. -
Ronny Peterhans to Become New CIO of UZH
Ronny Peterhans will take charge of the University of Zurich’s Central IT office as UZH’s chief information officer (CIO) on 1 September 2026. -
“Raising awareness of the power of language”
Even in the age of AI, it’s worth honing your language skills. The newly established Academic Communication Center offers just that, says Giorgio Iemmolo, head of the Language Center. -
Deeply Involved in Student Life
As co-heads of the VSUZH Impulsfabrik, Aneschka Berchtold and Chiara Wooldridge help students get their own projects and organizations off the ground. -
Universities as Democratic Anchors
At this year’s Dies academicus, UZH celebrated its 193rd birthday. In her keynote address, Zurich Government Councilor Silvia Steiner emphasized the vital role UZH plays in society. -
Botanical Rarity in Full Bloom
Visitors to the Botanical Garden are currently being treated to a rare natural spectacle: the giant bromeliad is in bloom. -
Zero Tolerance Toward Sexual Harassment
UZH is holding a range of events on 21 April to draw attention to the national Sexual Harassment Awareness Day. UZH Deputy President Gabriele Siegert comments on measures to combat sexual harassment. -
A Window to the Future
With German language courses and selected lectures in many subject areas, the UZH’s Explore program helps refugees build a foundation for their future. -
CHF 75 Million for Science
The UZH Foundation raised a record CHF 75 million in third-party funding for the University of Zurich in 2025. -
“UZH should benefit from this momentum”
The Board of the University has elected economist Ralph Ossa to succeed Christian Schwarzenegger as Vice President Faculty Affairs and Scientific Information. -
“We’re watching”
Last week, Vice President Elisabeth Stark weighed in on a panel discussion about preventing abuses of power at the university. -
Ralph Ossa Nominated as Vice President
On Monday, the Senate nominated Ralph Ossa to succeed the outgoing Vice President Faculty Affairs and Scientific Information, Christian Schwarzenegger. -
A Shared Future for Israelis and Palestinians
For peaceful coexistence, dialogue and greater mutual understanding are crucial. This was the conclusion of a lively discussion on the topic at UZH. -
What Do Parents Actually Do at Work?
On National Future Day, UZH shows children where and how their parents work, highlighting the wide range of professions beyond research and teaching. -
On the Pulse of UZH
UZH’s latest employee survey highlights where the university is doing well as an employer and where there is room for improvement. -
Optimizing Use of Space for Research, Teaching and Work
Measuring space utilization will provide UZH with the evidence-based data it needs to plan its spaces more efficiently and in a more user-oriented manner. -
Share of Female Professors Reaches 30%
The share of female professors at UZH climbed to a new high in 2024, surpassing the 30% mark for the first time. Among assistant professors, this figure stood at 50%. -
“The value for money is unbeatable”
Patrik Beetz, the general manager of the UZH cafeteria portfolio, shares what he himself likes to eat and reveals what new changes he is planning in the interview below. And readers have chance to win a cafeteria voucher. -
“I’ve spent half my life at UZH”
Twenty-one-year-old Maximilian Janisch defended his PhD thesis today. In this interview, the mathematician reflects on his time at UZH and shares his plans for the future.