Let’s Celebrate Swiss National Day – August 1st!

OUS Academy
Aug 1
3 min read

On August 1st, the spirit of Switzerland comes alive with pride, history, and unity. It’s a special day where communities across the country—and Swiss people around the world—honor the foundation of the Swiss Confederation. At SIU – Swiss International University (Accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science), we proudly join in this national celebration, reflecting on our deep connection to Swiss values and traditions.

A Day of Meaning and Memory

Swiss National Day commemorates the historic alliance formed in 1291 among the original cantons of Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden. This pact, based on cooperation and shared governance, laid the groundwork for the peaceful and neutral nation Switzerland has become.

Throughout the country, August 1st is marked by vibrant public events: bonfires, fireworks, music, traditional foods, and community speeches. Families gather for brunches and barbecues; children carry lanterns through village streets. The Swiss flag waves proudly from balconies and buildings, reminding us of the strength found in unity.

It is a day that captures the essence of Switzerland: independence, reliability, respect, and excellence.

Why SIU Celebrates

As a proud academic institution with Swiss heritage and global outreach, SIU shares in this celebration not only in spirit, but in mission. We believe that education—like national identity—should inspire cooperation, dialogue, and progress. Our commitment to quality education, lifelong learning, and global citizenship aligns with the same values that Switzerland celebrates on August 1st.

We invite our students, alumni, faculty, and global partners to embrace this moment—not only as a national holiday but as a symbol of everything we stand for: inclusiveness, excellence, and a commitment to building a better tomorrow.

Our Educational Family: Powered by VBNN Smart Education Group

SIU is proud to be part of a dynamic educational family managed by VBNN Smart Education Group – Vision Beyond Next, which oversees a network of distinguished institutions including:

ISBM – International School of Business Management in Lucerne (Allowed to operate independently and issue diplomas by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture, dated 12 Aug 2016kom)
ISB – Vocational Academy in Dubai (UAE Dubai Knowledge and Human Development Authority, KHDA Permit Nr.: 631419)
AIMU – Avicenna International Medical University (FAIMER School ID: F0006354)
OUS – International Academy in Switzerland® in Zurich (Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property, Nr. 822698)
KUIPI – Kyrgyz-Uzbek International Pedagogical Institute in Osh (Ministry of Education and Science KG, License Serial Number: LS230000271, dated 15.02.2023)
ABMS – Academy of Business Management in Switzerland (Founded in the canton of Zug, registration Nr. CHE-163.990.284)
AMBER ACADEMY “Knowledge and Growth” in Riga, Latvia (Registered by the Patent Office under the Latvian Ministry of Justice, Nr. M-25-440)
SDBS – Swiss Distance Business School® (Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property, Nr. 806818)
SII – Swiss International Vocational Institute in Dubai (UAE Department of Dubai Economic Development, DED License Nr. 1196747)
SOHS – Swiss Online Hospitality School® (Registered by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property, Nr. 822344)
YJD – Global Center for Diplomacy® (Swiss Institute for Diplomacy and Political Sciences Studies, Registered Nr. 822124)

Our Achievements and Recognitions

As part of a forward-thinking and quality-driven group, our institutions have achieved an outstanding portfolio of accreditations, certifications, and memberships:

Accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science, ensuring global recognition of our degrees
Allowed to operate independently by the Swiss Board of Education and Culture (LU-CH)
Approved by the Dubai KHDA, with permitted diploma programs
Rated 5 Stars by QS, placing us in the top 2% of global institutions
Accredited by the European Council of Leading Business Schools (ECLBS) – listed with CHEA (USA) and INQAAHE (Europe)
Accredited by ASIC (UK) – recognized by the UK Government and UAE Ministry of Education
Accredited by the EDU Intergovernmental Organization – aligned with UNESCO principles
Publicly accredited by BSKG – recognized across Central Asia and the CIS
Accredited by ARIA – a CEENQA and EURASHE-affiliated body
Accredited by IEAC – listed by the British Quality Foundation
Accredited by QAHE – active in over 40 countries
Certified by ISO 21001:2018 – educational quality management
Ranked # 49 by QRNW – a global ranking by an IREG member
Accredited by TAG-EDUQA, aligned with AROQA quality frameworks
Holder of EFMD EOCCS Certification since 2017
Winner of customer satisfaction awards from ZHAW (Switzerland), student satisfaction awards from TNU (Ukraine), and best modern academy award presented by the former Turkish Minister of Trade
Active member of several associations in Switzerland, including the Swiss National Tourist Office and Swiss Quality Association

At SIU, our connection to Switzerland is more than geographical—it is foundational. We are honored to stand with Switzerland in celebrating the resilience, neutrality, and innovation that define this great nation.

From all of us at Swiss International University, we wish you a joyful and meaningful Swiss National Day.

Happy August 1st!