The Alumni Magazine for Worcester Polytechnic Institute. (WPI)
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Fall 2014 41 Switzerland A country with robust scientifc and technological production, an educational system that mirrors the applied model used at WPI, and a strong international outlook, Switzerland is a natural ft for WPI's global engagement initiatives. Switzerland, too, is seeking world-class collaborations with institutions like WPI to advance its values in research and innovation. Community Engagement Swiss Project Centers ofer an exciting environment for WPI students to engage with local organizations and communities on issues of regional and international impact. An exchange of people and ideas WPI brings our colleagues from Switzerland to campus, committed to broadening their experiences and making connections with the wider WPI community. Overall, WPI hosts nearly 25 students and venture leaders on campus every year. Building on strong foundations WPI has productive ties to Zurich University of Applied Sciences, University of Lucerne, HEG Fribourg School of Engineering , Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Consulate of Switzerland/Swissnex Boston, Credit Suisse, and many other companies and alumni in the region. For information on helping to grow the WPI Switzerland Hub, contact Karen Bean, University Advancement, at kbean@wpi.edu. WPI and Switzerland A hub of global engagement