Webster Geneva Campus Hosts Council of International Schools Event with Over 800 Attendees

Webster staff members pose for a photo at the Webster Geneva Campus booth.

Webster Geneva Campus proudly hosted the Council of International Schools (CIS) recruitment event on Sept. 30.   

The CIS event brought together 107 universities, including many from the U.S. (Ivy League) and the U.K. (Russell Group) to promote their programs at an exhibition open to high school counselors, senior students and parents associated with CIS member schools. More than 550 students and 150 parents and high school counselors from across Europe attended. 

A Webster ambassador explains the setup of the event to attendees.

Event attendees converse in the hallways of Webster Geneva Campus.

Webster Geneva Campus was selected to host the CIS event because of its active participation with CIS – regularly presenting at forums and recruitment fairs. Webster Geneva Campus offered a scenic location near Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps, while also providing convenient access to transportation hubs and cultural attractions.  

The Council of International Schools is a global organization committed to fostering high-quality international education. Eligibility for membership is only available to universities or business schools with institutional accreditation. The recruitment event is one of its most high-profile gatherings, attracting over 1,000 participants from Suisse Romande and beyond. Its primary mission is to support schools and higher education institutions around the world by promoting best practices in education, accreditation and professional development. CIS provides a platform for schools to collaborate on shared goals such as student well-being, intercultural understanding and sustainable development. 

Webster University and each of its international locations hold CIS membership, which includes some of the world's most prestigious schools. This membership emphasizes the importance of education in preparing students for global citizenship. By advocating for continuous improvement and offering accreditation standards, CIS plays a pivotal role in ensuring that international education remains a dynamic and forward-thinking field. 

The event provided an invaluable platform for engaging in meaningful discussions about the future of international education. 

Event attendees and members of the Webster community explore booths throughout the campus.