The Belgian Association for Students in Switzerland was founded to tackle a perceived lack for a strong Belgian student community and a professional network that could support career development in Switzerland. It is after the well-received event at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) featuring the Belgian Ambassador Willy De Buck in November 2019 the idea of pursuing this friendly atmosphere and sense of connection turned into reality. BASS is open to any person studying in Switzerland, with a strong affiliation with or interest in the Belgian culture and society.
The Belgian Association for Students in Switzerland strives to:
In order for our members to fully grasp the benefits of Swiss and Belgian society, BASS aims to nurture personal development through three core values that compose a well-balanced and thriving personality. The first value of BASS is excellence, which we believe is inherent to the decision to study or work in Switzerland and the drive to move onwards. Secondly, BASS aims to nurture interdisciplinarity, in order for our members to fully reflect the increased exposure to another society and various fields of study. Thirdly, the value of international responsibility is aimed toward the perceived roles of pioneers and leadership our members will have in the Swiss-Belgian society and beyond, reflecting a can-do attitude.
The Board is the executive organ of BASS. It is elected on an annual basis by the General Assembly and is comprised of driven students and young professionals studying or working in Switzerland.
Our Board of 2022-2023 consists of:
Currently, the Belgian Association for Students in Switzerland consists of the Zurich branch, while members come from amongst others Zurich, St.-Gallen, Lausanne and Fribourg. In order to facilitate a common structure and a strong community for the whole of Switzerland, BASS is determined to start new branches in other student cities.
Are you interested in founding or contributing to a new branch in your city? Do not hesitate to reach out to us!
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