We will continue in 2026 with our Thirsty Thursdays gathering at BQM—an informal meetup held every second Thursday. Open to all D-GESS students, it is a great chance to enjoy a drink and connect with fellow students outside the lecture halls.
First Date 2026: TBD
Time: 18:30
Address: BQM Culture Café & Bar
When: Tuesday, 28 October 2025, 17:00
Where: RZ F21
The new semester is here, and so is our GessWho! General Assembly (GA). This is your chance to shape the year ahead: join the board, elect your program’s student representative, and help steer events for our community.
Ahead of the GA, please review:
Have questions, or curious about a role but unsure what it involves? Contact the current role holders—they’re happy to share what the job is like.
We’re excited to see you there and to welcome your nominations, ideas, and votes.
Your GessWho! Board
Sign up here:
https://forms.gle/BHRYCj5XeJ4tTvEG8
The GESSWho Winter Weekend will take place from Friday, 13 February 2026 to Sunday, 15 February 2026 (2 nights) in beautiful Engelberg (Canton of Obwalden).
GESSWho will cover most of the costs for accommodation, food, and drinks.
You only need to pay a small fee of CHF 20.– to us (see payment info below) as well as your train tickets.
Please note:
Activities such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoe rentals, or spa visits are at your own expense.
Reference: WW26 FIRSTNAME LASTNAME
Recipient: GESS Who!
IBAN: CH80 0900 0000 6175 4697 5
Amount: 20 CHF
You can sign up as long as there are spaces available, but no later than 1 December 2025.
Spaces are limited — don’t wait too long to register!
If you need to cancel, we can refund your fee until 13 January 2026.
After that date, refunds won’t be possible.
We look forward to spending a great Winter Weekend with all of you in Engelberg!
If you have any questions, feel free to contact:
mauro.duenki@gess.ethz.ch
We’ve switched to a new electronic lock in the GessWho lounge. The system uses CardLink (dormakaba exos), which means your access rights are stored on your ETH card and must be refreshed regularly.
If you’re unsure how to proceed or run into problems, please have a look at the CardLink documentation first. If you’re still stuck, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mauro Duenki at mauro.duenki@gess.ethz.ch
From June 2–4, 2025, GESS Who! organised a Summer Weekend at a beautiful hut in Stoos, Central Switzerland. The trip offered the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and great company after a busy exam period. Students went on hikes, reached mountain peaks, and enjoyed breathtaking views during the day. There was plenty of time to chat, laugh, play, and party together during the evenings, making the weekend an unforgettable experience.
On Sunday, May 18th, 2025, GessWho brought together 15 people for a Ping Pong Tournament at Spielplatz GZ Schindlergut. With perfect spring weather and two tables buzzing with energy, it was the ideal combo of competition and chill. Teams signed up solo or with partners for a fast-paced doubles tournament, with a cold drink in hand. Thanks to everyone who joined – and congratulations to our winners: Noah and Nicola!
From February 14–16, 2025, GESS Who! hosted its Winter Weekend in Engelberg – three days of fun, skiing, games, and winter magic in the Swiss mountains. Fifty-four students joined, enjoying table tennis, and a wide selection of board and card games, along with plenty of time to relax and connect. Accommodation, transportation, meals, and drinks were included in the modest student-friendly fee, making the trip accessible for everyone. Whether competing at the game tables or sharing stories over dinner, the weekend was full of laughs, good vibes, and new friendships.