Events
Events organized by ETH Diversity
26.03.-27.05.2026, Event Series: Embracing Neurodiversity in Higher Education (DE/EN)
Neurodiversity refers to the neuronal diversity in brain development, without classifying any differences as deficient. Examples include autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), giftedness, epilepsy, Tourette syndrome, and dyscalculia. Learn more about neurodiversity at three different events during the spring semester. More information
1 April 2026, Online Session: Language that connects: Inclusive Communication at ETH Zurich (GE/EN)
How can communication be designed to include everyone? This short online session introduces the new guide to inclusive communication at ETH Zurich and offers a concise overview of key principles, dimensions, and situations where inclusive communication is especially effective. external page More information
2 April 2026, Online session: Racism in Language – Recognizing Discrimination and Acting Respectfully (GE)
How does racism-sensitive communication work? This online session provides basic insights into racism, practical examples of racism?sensitive language, and an introduction to ETH Zurich’s new guide to inclusive communication with recommendations for respectful language use. external page More information and registration
15 April 2026, Info-Veranstaltung: Mit Familie an der ETH Zürich (GE)
Human Resources, SGU – Sicherheit, Gesundheit und Umwelt, die Stiftung kihz (Kinderbetreuung im Hochschulraum Zürich) sowie ETH Diversity geben bei dieser Info-Veranstaltung einen ?berblick über alle Angebote der ETH Zürich zum Thema Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf/Studium. Mehr Informationen
5 May 2026, Informational event: With family at ETH Zurich (EN)
At this informational event Human Resources, SSHE – Safety, Security, Health and Environment department, the kihz Foundation (Childcare in the University Area of Zurich) and ETH Diversity will provide an overview of all the services ETH Zurich is offering their members for a better reconciliation of family and career/studies. More information
12. May 2026 Informational event: Between work and care - When relatives need help (GE)
Balancing family care with the demands of work or study is a major challenge. This event aims to provide in-depth information and support to prepare for emergencies and achieve better work-life balance. More information and registration
30.10.25 – 27.10.26, Event Series: We do care – Insights for university members with caregiving responsibilities (GE/EN)
A series of events jointly organized by ETH Zurich and UZH will provide inspiration, guidance, and exchange on the topic of care for dependants. All students and employees of ETH Zurich and UZH who already hold responsibility in this area or would like to learn more are invited. More information
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Events offered by other ETH units
Accessibility – barrier-free digital spaces
There are regular courses on digital accessibility for ETH members. All current events can be found on the list for internal IT courses.
Communication Academy
Write comprehensibly about research, present results compellingly and present a confident image to the media: Corporate Communications share knowledge about science communication through a series of courses and webinars.
Continuing education
With its portfolio of courses and continuing education, ETH Zurich offers a broad range of opportunities to promote the leadership, technical, methodological and social skills of the employees and students.
Career Events und Networking
Every semester the Career Center as well as some students organisations offer multiple possibilities to get to know numerous companies on campus or virtually, to get a better idea of career entry opportunities and to extend the own network.
Health and work
The health of its employees is an important concern for ETH Zurich. Twice a year, the VPPL department offers lunchtime events on various topics (e.g. burnout prophylaxis).
Guides for sustainable and inclusive Events
ETH members hold more than 3,000 events every year. The new guides for sustainable and inclusive events support the organisers of these events in contributing to ETH Zurich's climate goals and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The guides cover measures on environmental, diversity and accessibility aspects.
Diversity Balanced Events
Are you organizing events and looking for inspiration on how to make them more inclusive and diverse? Have a look at our Checklist for Diversity Balanced Events.