SQUARE is the space for new ways of learning and teaching at the University of St.Gallen and offers a diverse program of events.

You can find all upcoming events at SQUARE in the event calendar. All events are open to the public.

Mon
10.11.
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Wed
12.11.
2025
Public events

Personality in Residence: Dr. Philipp Rösler

Philipp Rösler, former German Vice-Chancellor, Federal Minister of Health and current entrepreneur, operates at the intersection of politics, business and international relations. On 12 December, SQUARE will host a discussion with Philipp Rösler on Europe's Automotive Action Plan and the options available to Switzerland.
Speakers:
Philipp Rösler
Events in English und Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE

Fri
14.11.
17:00
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19:00
2025
Public events

The Magic of Growth and the Modern Economy

How are ideas, myths, and narratives that make growth appear both inevitable and desirable related to our understanding of freedom and political arrangements? Lecture by Dr. Andreas Lingg, followed by a panel discussion among St.Gallen Collegium Fellows and scholars, moderated by Prof. Claudia Brühwiler.
Speakers:
Andreas Lingg
Brühwiler Claudia Franziska
Event in Englisch und Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Atrium
Wed
19.11.
18:15
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19:45
2025
Public events

Climbing the Mountain Without a Compass!? Learning Experiences Between Boundless Freedom and Paternalism

Educational processes also take place between the poles of freedom and control. From an educational science perspective, Matthias Rohs explores when signposts and guardrails are needed to guide learning paths – and why, especially in light of current challenges, it is essential to explore New Ways of Learning.
Speakers:
Matthias Rohs
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Arena
Wed
19.11.
12:15
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14:00
2025
Public events

Weaving the Fabric of Organizing: An Invitation to Temporal Fabric

Professor Brian T. Pentland (Michigan State University) will provide his ideas about Temporal Fabric Theory (TFT).
Speakers:
Brian T. Pentland
Blagoev Blagoy Valentinov
Event in English
Location:
SQUARE, Arena
Guisanstrasse 20
9010 St. Gallen
Thu
20.11.
19:00
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21:00
2025
Public events

Premiere: Oleanna – A Power Play

A seemingly harmless conversation between a student and a professor turns into a dangerous power struggle, where every word is carefully scrutinized. What begins as a search for understanding ends in a battle for interpretive authority, accusations, and ruined lives.
Speaker:
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Raum Wiborada
Fri
21.11.
19:00
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21:00
2025
Public events

Oleanna – A Power Play

A seemingly harmless conversation between a student and a professor turns into a dangerous power struggle, where every word is carefully scrutinized. What begins as a search for understanding ends in a battle for interpretive authority, accusations, and ruined lives.
Speakers:
Dr. Anna-Katrin Heydenreich
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Raum Wiborada
Wed
26.11.
19:00
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21:00
2025
Public events

Oleanna – A Power Play

A seemingly harmless conversation between a student and a professor turns into a dangerous power struggle, where every word is carefully scrutinized. What begins as a search for understanding ends in a battle for interpretive authority, accusations, and ruined lives.
Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Christa Binswanger
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Raum Wiborada
Thu
27.11.
18:15
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19:30
2025
Public events

SQUARE Crime Talks: Femicide in Switzerland

Prof. Nora Markwalder ist talking with mit Barbara Reifler, Commander of the Cantonal Police of St.Gallen, and Konrad Würgler, Head of Learning Programs at the Office for Corrections and Reintegration of the Canton of Zurich.
Speakers:
Prof. Dr. Nora Markwalder
Barbara Reifler
Konrad Würgler
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE, Vadian Gallus

Thu
27.11.
18:50
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21:00
2025
Public events

Visiting TAK: Oleanna – A Power Play

A seemingly harmless conversation between a student and a professor turns into a dangerous power struggle, where every word is carefully scrutinized. What begins as a search for understanding ends in a battle for interpretive authority, accusations, and ruined lives.
Speakers:
Dr. Anna-Katrin Heydenreich
Prof. Dr. Christa Binswanger
Veranstaltung auf Deutsch
Location:
TAK Theater Liechtenstein
Mon
01.12.
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Tue
02.12.
2025
Public events

Artist in Residence: Zita The Butler

Zita the Butler is a certified butler and the head of further education at GastroSuisse. At SQUARE, she focuses on service and service competence. During a stylish dinner, she teaches international etiquette and talks about her everyday life. In doing so, she shows how good manners and confidence go hand in hand. Further information to follow.
Speakers:
Zita The Butler
Veranstaltungen auf Deutsch
Location:
SQUARE

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