Franklin University Switzerland will host a special event on campus dedicated to the U.S. Election on November 5. In anticipation of live election coverage, the event will feature three expert panels with distinguished speakers, including the Mayor of Lugano and the Minister of Education of the Canton of Ticino. This event presents a unique opportunity for the Franklin community, including alumni, to engage in informed discussions with prominent scholars and practitioners. Participants will have the chance to interact with the panelists, contribute to meaningful dialogues, and expand their professional networks.

This event is organized by Professors Bernd Bucher, Elisa Volpi, and Oliver Strijbis from the Division of Communication, History, and Politics.

 

PANELISTS

Panel 1: Implicazioni delle elezioni americane per la politica svizzera (Italian) | 4.10 pm - 5 pm

  • Prof. Dr. h.c. Paolo Bernasconi (Fondazione Diritti Umani)
  • Ms. Marina Carobbio Guscetti (Minister of Education of the Canton of Ticino, TBC)
  • Mr. Michele Foletti (Mayor of Lugano)
  • Mr. Marcello Pellizzari (Corriere del Ticino)

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Elisa Volpi (Franklin University Switzerland)

Panel 2: Electoral campaigning and voting behavior | 5.10 pm - 6 pm

  • Prof. Dr. Alexandra Feddersen (University of Fribourg)
  • Prof. Dr. Aldo Paparo (University of Florence)
  • Prof. Dr. Jean-Patrick Villeneuve (Università della Svizzera italiana)
  • Dr. Bruno Wüest (Sotomo, HWZ University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich)

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Oliver Strijbis (Franklin University Switzerland)

Panel 3: The US elections and the global order | 6.20 pm - 7.10 pm

  • Dr. Gaia Barcilon (EOS Social Responsibility Solutions)
  • Dr. Peter Fischer (NZZ Pro Global)
  • Dr. Gorana Grgic (ETH Zurich)
  • Dr. Marc-Daniel Jäger (Vontobel AG)

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Bernd Bucher (Franklin University Switzerland)

THE PROGRAM

4 pm - 4.10 pm Welcome Speech by President Samuel Martín-Barbero
4.10 pm - 5 pm Panel 1: Implicazioni delle elezioni americane per la politica svizzera (Italian)
5 pm - 5.10 pm Short Break
5.10 pm - 6 pm Panel 2: Electoral campaigning and voting behavior
6 pm - 6.20 pm Coffee Break
6.20 pm - 7.10 pm Panel 3: The US elections and the global order
7.10 pm - 7.20 pm Concluding Remarks by Professor Emeritus Armando Zanecchia
7.20 pm - 8 pm Apéro Riche
from 8 pm US-TV Election coverage

PURPOSE OF THE EVENT

  • Provide students and staff with the possibility to understand the elections from an analytical point of view, allowing them to participate in discussions on various topics related to the elections.

  • Allow alumni to relate to Franklin and share their own perspectives and experiences with the Franklin community and invited experts.

  • Showcase to the scientific community and interested practitioners the social science expertise at Franklin University.

  • Facilitate exchange with local and Swiss politics and society.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

The event is open to everyone interested in participating.

To confirm your attendance, please send an email to ostrijbis@fus.edu by November 4, 2024.

HOW TO GET THERE

Location: Franklin University Switzerland | McNeely Center of Ideas & Imagination

P. Gregory Warden Student Lounge | Via Ponte Tresa 18, 6924 Sorengo

Parking:

  • Kaletsch Campus Parking: Via Paradiso 9 (Limited number of parking spaces)
  • Franklin Underground Parking: Via Ponte Tresa 18