News from the alumni community and Ecolint

Eventually, you leave Ecolint. But Ecolint never quite leaves you.And sometimes, it brings you back to the person you were always meant to find.Anna & EdwardSometimes, life has a funny way of bringing people back to where it all began.On September 11, members of the “You went to Ecolint if…” Facebook group were treated to a heartwarming post. With almost 400 likes and more than 110 comments, the n

C’est avec une immense tristesse que nous vous annonçons le décès de Georgia Ehrgott Achard (LGB, 1960). Georgia fut une ambassadrice exceptionnelle de l’Ecolint, s’investissant de manière entièrement bénévole, avec une générosité et une constance remarquables, pour faire vivre et rayonner la communauté des alumni. Elle a œuvré sans relâche pour maintenir le groupe des années 1958–1964 actif et un

Lucas LaunayLa Châtaigneraie, 2022Master's in Physics at Imperial College M. Doré, my maths teacher, had a considerable influence on me academically. He pushed me in exactly the right way to bring out the best in me, and I would go so far as to say that I would not be where I am today without him.Where are you currently studying, and what course or program did you choose? Why did you choose it?I a

I am sipping green tea on the terrace of a stylish coffee shop. The air smells of freshly baked scones, and around me I can hear snippets of conversation in English and Portuguese. We are in the middle of yet another heatwave, so an ice cream trolley has also made an appearance. While I wait at the counter for my scone (the smell is irresistible), I browse the shelves of carefully selected books i

In July 2026, Santiago (LGB, 2021) decided to post on LinkedIn once a day, for a month without using AI. After this interesting experiment, we asked him to share his feedback and top advice for young alumni on how to become “a LinkedIn warrior”.The WhyI started posting on LinkedIn for 2 reasons mainly.I was aware that I would potentially be starting a new sales role at a London Startup (Holiwise -

We are delighted to share that our Primary School will soon take on a new name, one that reflects both Ecolint’s rich history and the values that continue to shape our community today. Through this message, we would like to introduce you to “Alouette”, explain her significance in Ecolint’s story, and share why members of our alumni community chose to honour her legacy in this way.“There is no goal

Nina GraceLa Châtaigneraie, 2021Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management at EHL Hospitality Business School I think that my time at Ecolint was very helpful for university, especially the HL Business Management classes I took. The whole IB curriculum is rigorous, but it really did prepare me better for the workload at university.Where did you study, and what course or program di

Boarder's lifeWhat was life like as a boarder at Ecolint in the 60's? Leena Kaprio shared incredible pictures that give us an insight into boarder life!As part of the Centenary book project, we invited our alumni community to share their memories, photographs, and treasured keepsakes. We received a wealth of inspiring submissions—from cherished memories and personal stories to photographs and trea

What happens when an Ecolint education meets a career spanning the World Bank, the United Nations and Deloitte? For Paul Lucas, the answer is a truly international journey shaped by curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to take on new challenges.Paul left Ecolint in 1987 after attending both the Rigot and Pregny campuses, but his connection with the school community never ended. Over the years

C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous vous annonçons le décès de Cécile Reifenberg, ancienne élève de La Grande Boissière de 1953 à 1962, où elle a tissé des liens d’amitié durables avec ses camarades de classe et les pensionnaires. Sa mère, Violette Reifenberg, était professeure de français et responsable de l’internat des filles. Cécile est survécue par son fils, Imad.

We are sorry to share the news of the death of William (Bill) Johnston on 15 August 2026. Bill worked both at La Grande Boissière and La Châtaigneraie as a Chemistry teacher and finally became Assistant to the Director General. His family shared the text below."William (Bill) Johnston, a former Ecolint chemistry teacher for over forty years, passed away in Geneva on 15 August.Bill first came to Ec

The Alumni Office is saddened to share the news of the passing of Allen Brown on 28 April 2026. Allen was a Physics teacher at La Grande Boissière from 1979 until 1984. His daughter, Rebecca who was born in Geneva, said that her parents considered those years in Switzerland as the best in their lives.Allen Norman Brown March 13, 1951- April 28, 2026"It is with deep sadness that we announce that Al

As part of the Centenary book project, we invited our alumni community to share their memories, photographs, and treasured keepsakes. We received a wealth of inspiring submissions—from cherished memories and personal stories to photographs and treasured keepsakes—each one capturing a unique part of our shared history.Although we couldn't include every contribution in the book, we didn't want these

À l’occasion d’une visite de campus, nous avons eu l’opportunité de discuter avec Kelly De Geer, une talentueuse photographe, qui, après avoir étudié et travaillé à New York, est de retour à Genève.Comment as-tu commencé à t’intéresser à la photographie ? J’ai commencé à m’intéresser à la photographie grâce à mon père.  Lui-même étant un fou de gadgets, il m’avait donné son ancien appareil photo.

Kaito SchremmerCampus des Nations, 2025Bachelor of Business Administration at EDHEC Business School Ecolint has been invaluable in the way I view the world. The education at Ecolint is truly unique. Where are you currently studying, and what course or program did you choose? Why did you choose it?I am currently studying at EDHEC Business School, in Nice. I am enrolled in a particular Bachelor of B

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of one of Ecolint’s most distinguished alumni, Professor Erik Thorbecke, who died in April 2026 at the age of 97.Erik attended the International School of Geneva on the La Grande Boissière campus from 1939 to 1947. The education he received during those formative years left an enduring imprint on both his life and his remarkable career. In 2023, h

Professor Dalla Giacoma leading the operationsIntroduction en français ci-dessousIn June 1956, Ecolint inaugurated the Greek Theatre, a landmark that would soon become the symbolic heart of the La Grande Boissière campus. Yet this extraordinary achievement had its origins three years earlier, when a bold vision, shared by teachers and students alike, began to take shape.For generations, the site h

Yala FeikinLa Châtaigneraie, 2024Mechanical Engineering and Energy Studies certificate at Yale   "My background in physics and chemistry at Ecolint gave me a strong foundation that has allowed me to excel in these subjects at the college level."I am currently studying mechanical engineering at Yale, along with an Energy Studies certificate. Upon arriving at Yale, I found that while the classes wer

The Alumni Office is sad to share the news of the passing of Sandra Oakley who taught at Pregny from 1971 until 2011. Isla Gordon, School & Campus Principal, Campus des Nations and Director General interim wrote the text below in memory of Sandra."It is with great sadness that I share with you the passing of Sandra Oakley. Sandra was a much-loved and longstanding member of the Pregny and wider Eco

In 1998, two students, Dylan Batten and Ivan Ovando, decided to turn what had begun as an impossible idea, almost a joke, into reality. Calling themselves the “Peace Riders,” they set out on an extraordinary 2,500-kilometre cycling journey from Geneva to Istanbul, travelling through Balkan countries still bearing the scars of conflict and war.What started as an adventure quickly became something m