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At the ISC Alumni Celebration on the weekend after the 51st St. Gallen Symposium, Monika & Wolfgang Schürer were honoured for their unparalleled commitment and enduring support for intergenerational dialogue.
As part of the ceremony, the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award was established to recognize their selfless dedication.
The Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award is an annual USD 10’000 prize that will be awarded at the St. Gallen Symposium over the next nine years to an organisation or project committed to maintaining and promoting intergenerational dialogue.
The award is made possible through the support of the St. Gallen Symposium, the University of St.Gallen, its student union, and the HSG Alumni Association. The Foundation for International Studies Board of Trustees forms the foundation’s awarding body. Applications to be considered for the prize are open until January.
About Monika & Wolfgang Schürer
In 1968 worldwide protests arose against capitalism, the economic and political elite, racism, and the Vietnam War. Moved by these protests, five students initiated the first symposium. One of those students was Wolfgang Schürer, who later met his future wife Monika at the International Students´ Committee. Since their first meeting, the couple has tirelessly committed themselves to the St. Gallen Symposium for over 50 years and enabled the generational dialogue that still takes place today in St. Gallen and throughout the world.
Sal Khan wins first
Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award 2023
Sal Khan, founder of the Khan Academy, has been recognized for his unwavering dedication to cross-generational dialogue with the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award. The award was presented to Khan during the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium in recognition of his commitment to promoting intergenerational dialogue through education. As the recipient of this annual USD 10,000 prize, Khan’s work with the Khan Academy exemplifies the ideals of the award by providing free, world-class education for students of all ages and backgrounds. Through his tireless efforts to bridge the gap between generations, Sal Khan has truly made a difference in the lives of countless individuals around the world.
The unique art piece by Alex Hanimann
Renowned Artist Alex Hanimann Creates Unique Art Piece for Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award.
Each year, the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award is presented with a unique art piece created by regional St. Gallen artist, Alex Hanimann. Hanimann, who has previously designed two dialogue sculptures for Monika and Wolfgang Schürer, has now created an abstract art sculpture as the award. His work reflects the spirit of the award, which is dedicated to fostering intergenerational dialogue and supporting organisations committed to maintaining and promoting it. Through his artistry, Hanimann has helped to create a lasting legacy for the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award, and his contributions have made a significant impact on the St. Gallen Symposium.
“Alex Hanimann’s art piece perfectly captures the spirit of the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award. Through his creativity and talent, he has created a lasting symbol of our dedication to promoting dialogue between generations and supporting organisations that share our vision.”
– Beat Ulrich, CEO of the St. Gallen Symposium during the handover of the artworks in the studio of Alex Hanimann.
Recommend an organisation or a project for the Monika & Wolfgang Schürer Award
If you know of an organisation or project working tirelessly to foster intergenerational dialogue and could benefit from the funding, please
do not hesitate to contact us! Whether a long-established organisation or a young student project, we are open to any idea that promotes
dialogue between the generations.
Applications and recommendations must be submitted by 31 January 2024.
Formal Information
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