Swissuniversities, together with Swissnex in China, is hosting a webinar designed for Swiss students preparing an exchange semester in China. The session will introduce you to studying in Chinese higher education institutions and clarify key aspects of academic life that may seem unfamiliar.
You’ll also hear from Swiss students who recently studied in China, sharing their experiences and practical tips on making the most of your stay. The program concludes with a Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask questions directly to experts and peers.
Whether you want to better understand the academic environment, adapt smoothly to cultural differences, or simply prepare for daily life abroad, this webinar will help you start your exchange in China with confidence.
Program
12:00 – 13:00 CEST
18:00 – 19:00 China time
Welcome & Introduction
Cissy Yiwen Sun, Head of Academia and Arts, Swissnex in China
Studying in Chinese Higher Education Institutions
Céline Badertscher, Deputy Head of STE, Embassy of Switzerland in China
Student Experiences: Insights from Recent Exchange Participants
Alex Marchese (Shanghai Jiao Tong University); Nadine Aeschlimann (Chinese University of Hong Kong); Jael Stettler (Renmin University of China)
Q&A
Closing Remarks
Cissy Yiwen Sun, Head of Academia and Arts, Swissnex in China
Student Speakers
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Bio
Alex-Paolo Marchese
Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)Alex is a Master’s student in Business Innovation at the University of St.Gallen (HSG). During an exchange semester at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, he had the opportunity of deepening his understanding of Chinese culture and language. He enjoyed the experience so much that he decided to extend his stay, complete his studies remotely, and pursue professional opportunities in China.
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Nadine Aeschlimann
Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)Nadine holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs from the University of St.Gallen (HSG), with a focus on climate policy and sustainability. She completed an exchange at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) in Fall 2024. She currently works as an intern at the City of St.Gallen’s Department of Environment & Energy, supporting public outreach for the city’s sustainability transition.
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Jael Lorena Stettler
Renmin University of ChinaJael Stettler is a Master’s student in Asian and International Affairs at Renmin University of China and King’s College London. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the University of Geneva with an exchange at the University of Hong Kong. Her experience includes four years as a flight attendant, a one-year academic internship at the Swiss Embassy in Albania, and a three-month internship at Swiss Centers in Shanghai.
