Venue: University of Lausanne

Venue: University of Lausanne

The University of Lausanne (UNIL), founded in 1537, stands as one of the leading academic institutions in Switzerland. Over the centuries, it has garnered international acclaim for its commitment to excellence in education and research. Recognized as a premier university, UNIL plays a pivotal role in promoting innovation and cutting-edge research in varied domains such as sciences, social sciences, humanities, medicine, and more.

With approximately 17,000 students and 4,500 staff members, UNIL thrives on its interdisciplinary approach and dedication to sustainability, exemplified by its federal Site 2000 Watts label. The picturesque campus by Lake Geneva offers state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant multicultural environment, with students from over 130 nations. Noteworthy for its research output, UNIL significantly contributes to global advancements, supported by national and European funding.

Discover the University of Lausanne, a hub of academic excellence and personal growth opportunities. For more details on academic programs, research initiatives, and campus facilities, please visit the official website (www.unil.ch).

The main conference (registration, sessions, catering, posters, sponsors) and the Executive Board Meetings  will take place in the Anthropole building.

The Emerging Leaders Programme will take place in the Synathlon building.

To access the venue, take metro line M1 to “UNIL-Chamberonne” or bus line 1 to “Ecublens VD, Allée de Dorigny”.

The host library: Bibliothèque Cantonale et Universitaire – Lausanne

The Bibliothèque Cantonale et Universitaire – Lausanne (BCUL), was established in 1537 with the founding of Lausanne Academy. Since 1898, it has been known as BCUL and found its home in the historic Palais de Rumine in 1905. Nowadays, as a regional library attached to the General Directorate of Culture of the Canton of Vaud (Department of Culture, Infrastructure and Human Resources), BCUL operates across six sites throughout Lausanne working to serve Lausanne’s university community and the general public.

Furthermore, BCUL plays a pivotal role in preserving and disseminating the research output of the University of Lausanne. Serving as the coordinator of the Renouvaud network (Vaud school library network), BCUL fosters collaboration among libraries in the canton of Vaud. As a pioneer in information management, BCUL introduced SIBIL, Switzerland’s first computerized catalog system, in 1971. Leveraging its expertise in digitization and digital library infrastructure, BCUL actively contributes to the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage.

The Unithèque site, located on the University of Lausanne campus, has been undergoing a major extension phase since 2020 to offer more open-access documents and workstations to its users in a modern environment.