News from the alumni community and Ecolint

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

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

Nous avons la profonde tristesse d’annoncer le décès de Maria Victoria Fischer, qui a enseigné à Ecolint pendant près de vingt ans. Maria Victoria a rejoint Ecolint en 1980 à La Châtaigneraie avant de poursuivre son parcours à La Grande Boissière en tant que professeure d’espagnol. Elle y a exercé jusqu’à son départ à la retraite en 1996, peu après celui de son mari, Joseph Fischer.Nous partageons

Last year we met with Hugo Powell (CHA, 2008) to talk about his podcast The Binge Reading Bookclub with his friend and fellow alumnus, Nick Binge (CHA, 2008). This year, we had the pleasure of meeting him again to discuss another podcast series he launched in 2025 called 15 Minute Maps, featuring a new theme (no more books), a shorter format and an even more ambitious vision.His podcast explores t

Arthur BoulotLa Grande Boissière, 2025 Business and Administration at Babson CollegeUSAWhere are you studying now, and what course have you chosen and why?I’m a student in Business and Administration at Babson College. The course is built around a set of required classes like accounting, business analytics, and business law, alongside a big focus on entrepreneurship, where we actually learn to lau

Version française ci-dessousAlumna and Volunteer Firefighter Competes in the 2026 Vaud Cantonal Firefighters CompetitionLa Châtaigneraie campus is proud to be a partner of the 2026 Vaud Cantonal Firefighters Competition, organized as part of the 119th assembly of the Vaud Firefighters Federation.On Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, the beautiful town of Coppet will come alive with impressive dem

Alumna Massara Ojjeh Publishes Her First Children’s Book: A Journey Around the WorldFor Massara Ojjeh (LGB 2011), growing up in an international environment meant that different cultures, languages, and perspectives were simply part of everyday life. So it’s no surprise that when she came to write her first children’s book The Wonderful Adventures of Topaz and Ruby, she created a story where world

Utsav BahlCampus des Nations, 2021Master's degree in Economic Research at the University of CambridgeUK Where are you studying now, and what course have you chosen and why?I am currently pursuing an MPhil in Economic Research at the University of Cambridge, which is the first year of the PhD track in Economics here. Before that, I studied Economics at Williams College in the US, and I graduated fr

As exam season fast approaches for our students, and with many of our alumni currently braving the hallowed halls of university... we thought it was the perfect time to share a gem from the archives. Written in the 1947 by a spirited young student, this short article takes a hilariously candid look at those dreaded tests we all love to hate. For those who will soon be in the hot seat, take comfort