SCS Mentoring Program: amazing Kickoff for the BeNeFri Cluster

Excitingly, on the 13.10.2023, the first event of the SCS Mentoring Program for the BeNeFri Cluster was held in the Chemistry Department of the University of Fribourg.

Around some snacks and a good glass of wine, mentors and mentees got to know each other and had the chance to express their thoughts and their expectations about the program and which topics the mentees would like to discuss in the next sessions. We're looking forward to the next BeNeFri group event in January 2024 😌😍

Approach
Four regional clusters, each consisting of a managing team, mentors and mentees, will be established. Each cluster will define the activities, one per semester, at its “kick off meeting”. At the end of the year, the cluster will meet for a closing event.

Website: https://scs-foundation.ch/mentoring

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Sophia Belrhomari, University of Bern
Gaetano Geraci, University of Bern
Marie-Désirée Scheidt, University of Neuchâtel
David Spichiger, SCS
16.10.2023

SCS mentoring program: The Leman Cluster began its activities as a highly motivated group

The Léman region kicked off its first SCS mentoring program meeting in Geneva on Friday, October 13th! The event saw a fantastic turnout with 14 mentees and 3 dedicated mentors. Following a quick round of introductions, we enjoyed some delightful drinks and snacks and then dove into an ice-breaking game, where participants were divided into three groups, each led by a mentor, for engaging question-and-answer sessions. ⁠

The evening concluded with some fantastic photo moments! ⁠
#YoungSCS #MentoringProgram #Networking #SuccessStory

Approach
Four regional clusters, each consisting of a managing team, mentors and mentees, will be established. Each cluster will define the activities, one per semester, at its “kick off meeting”. At the end of the year, the cluster will meet for a closing event.

Website: https://scs-foundation.ch/mentoring

Follow youngSCS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngscs_/

Ojaswita Pant, University of Geneva
Miguel Lopez Tena, University of Geneva
David Spichiger, SCS
16.10.2023

SCS Mentoring Program: Exciting Beginnings in Zurich!

🌟Our mentoring program is officially underway, and the kickoff in Zurich was nothing short of amazing!🚀We had the privilege of bringing together 16 enthusiastic mentees and 8 mentors, all ready to embark on a transformative journey.🤝⁠

Here's a glimpse of our fantastic day:⁠
🎮️ We started with some thrilling ice-breaking games that got everyone mingling and laughing.⁠
📌 Then, we formed teams of 4-6 to create inspiring mood boards about mentoring. 🖼️It was incredible to see the creative visions our teams came up with.⁠

💪 A personality test followed, helping us discover our unique strengths and talents. Self-discovery is the first step towards growth!⁠
🔍️The highlight of the day was our group activity, where we delved deep into defining our "Ikigai" – our sense of purpose and passion in life.🤔💖⁠

🥂 And, of course, we wrapped up the day with a delightful Apero, sharing stories and forging connections that will last a lifetime.🍹⁠
Stay tuned for more updates on our mentoring journey in Switzerland!🌐🌆⁠

Approach
Four regional clusters, each consisting of a managing team, mentors and mentees, will be established. Each cluster will define the activities, one per semester, at its “kick off meeting”. At the end of the year, the cluster will meet for a closing event.

Website: https://scs-foundation.ch/mentoring

Follow youngSCS on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngscs_/

Marie Perrin, ETH Zurich
Tim Dörenkamp, PSI Villigen
David Spichiger, SCS
30.09.2023

Invitation to the youngSCS General Assembly 2022

Dear youngSCS members, colleagues, and friends,
 
We kindly invite you to attend the youngSCS General Assembly, taking place on Thursday 8th of September 2022 13h30 at the Irchel Campus (University of Zurich) within the SCS Fall Meeting 2022.
 
During the General Assembly, we will show our actions of the last term and give an overview of the upcoming year. Moreover, we will also discharge the old board and elect the board for the 2022/23.
 
We encourage all young chemists to attend the General Assembly, as we will discuss how to extend our visibility and brainstorm on activities that could potentially be interesting for our community.
 
I also take this opportunity to encourage anyone who has an interesting idea or would like to take part of the youngSCS organizing team to contact us at:
We are looking forward to meeting all of you!
 
Sincerely,
 
President of the youngSCS, Lluc Farrera Soler

youngSCS General Assembly 2022
September 8, 2022, 13.30–14.30h

Agenda GA 2022

1. Welcome
2. What is youngSCS (Organization and goals)
3. Review of activities 2021/22
4. Finances
5. Elections
6. Planned activities for 2022/23
7. Varia

Céline Wittwer, SCS
29.06.2022