--- title: School Blog | Brillantmont International School in Switzerland | Multiculturalism description: Multiculturalism | Brillantmont International School is a fully accredited day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 13-18 in the centre of Lausanne. --- [![Brillantmont-Logo](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/CBY%20Templates/img/logo/Brillantmont-Logo.png?width=471&height=81&name=Brillantmont-Logo.png "Brillantmont-Logo")](https://www.brillantmont.ch/) - [Blog](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog) - [School](https://www.brillantmont.ch/school/our-school) - [Admissions](https://www.brillantmont.ch/admissions/why-brillantmont) - [Learning](https://www.brillantmont.ch/learning/overview) - [Boarding](https://www.brillantmont.ch/boarding/overview) ![Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News.jpg?width=1900&name=Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News.jpg "Brillantmont-International-School-Blog-and-News") # Blog ![Summer Course in Lausanne - Switzerland - Brillantmont International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/hubfs/CTAs/Summer%20Course%20in%20Lausanne%20-%20Switzerland%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg?width=1600&name=Summer%20Course%20in%20Lausanne%20-%20Switzerland%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Summer Course in Lausanne - Switzerland - Brillantmont International School") ## [BIMUN 2025: A Celebration of Global Collaboration at Brillantmont](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bimun-2025-celebration) March 6, 2025 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bimun-2025-celebration#comments-listing)| by [BM voice](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/bm-voice) [![BM voice](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/Blog%20Photos%202018/Bm-Student-Voice.jpg "BM voice")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/bm-voice) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2024%20-%202025%20School%20Year/Blog%20materials/11%20BIMUN%20at%20Brillantmont%20International%20School%20-%20March%20-%20Brillantmont.jpeg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bimun-2025-celebration) At Brillantmont, Model United Nations (MUN) is more than just an academic simulation — it is a platform for young minds to engage in global issues and foster cross - cultural dialogue. This year, our students had the privilege of organising BIMUN 2025 (Brillantmont International Model United Nations), an event that brought together several schools to discuss pressing international matters. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bimun-2025-celebration) ## [Director Pasche Congratulates the Class of 2017!](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/director-pasche-congratulates-the-class-of-2017) July 20, 2017 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/director-pasche-congratulates-the-class-of-2017#comments-listing)| by [Philippe Pasche](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/philippe-pasche) [![Philippe Pasche](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Philippe%20Pasche%20Director.jpg "Philippe Pasche")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/philippe-pasche) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/228-graduation_2017.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/director-pasche-congratulates-the-class-of-2017) This year our graduation and prize giving ceremony was another incredible reminder of the amazing accomplishments of our students and how far we have come as a [Swiss boarding school in our long history in Lausanne](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/308374/the-history-of-brillantmont-part-1-an-overview). The ceremony included some great vocal and instrumental performances by students, a message from **Ms. Anne Frei**, President of the Board and co-owner of Brillantmont, and the giving of awards and diplomas. I had the great pleasure of welcoming all the friends, family, staff, and students to the event and as the Director of the school, I would like to share some of my words with you here. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/director-pasche-congratulates-the-class-of-2017) ## [Two Boarding School Students talk about Ski Week](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/two-boarding-school-students-talk-about-ski-week) March 20, 2017 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/two-boarding-school-students-talk-about-ski-week#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Blog/215-ski-week.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/two-boarding-school-students-talk-about-ski-week) Ski Week is a favorite annual tradition at [Brillantmont International School](http://www.brillantmont.ch/). Every year, students take a whole week out of their term to travel into the breathtaking Swiss Alps, stay at a beautiful hotel, and ski or snowboard all week! Whether you are a beginner or advanced skier, this week will further develop your skills in the snow and is guaranteed to be packed with fun. This year’s trip was another great success. The students had a blast on the mountain and they are already talking about going back again next year. Below are some comments on the experience from two students, one from Mexico and one from Brazil. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/two-boarding-school-students-talk-about-ski-week) ## [The Multicultural Opportunities of Studying at an International School](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) December 9, 2015 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/Middle_School_Girls-871377-edited.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) International schools have so many things going for them: excellent academics, beautiful campuses, prep for universities all over the world, extra-curricular activities, to just mention a few. However, one of the biggest highlights is the multicultural environment. This blog will explore how this enriches the boarding school experience. [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/the-multicultural-opportunities-of-studying-at-an-international-school) ## [PICTURES: Brillantmont Students hit the slopes this half term!](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/272631/pictures-brillantmont-students-hit-the-slopes-this-half-term) February 28, 2013 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/272631/pictures-brillantmont-students-hit-the-slopes-this-half-term#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-21969050-jpg/images/brillantmont-half-term-ski-week1.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/272631/pictures-brillantmont-students-hit-the-slopes-this-half-term)  *For many people in Europe and indeed across the world, February is the month of Valentine's sentiments and pancakes piled high. But for the hardworking students of Brillantmont, February also brings a welcome half-term break, right at the highpoint of the Swiss ski season.* [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/272631/pictures-brillantmont-students-hit-the-slopes-this-half-term) ## [Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/254167/merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year) December 21, 2012 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/254167/merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-18201246-jpg/images/xmas_banner_2.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/254167/merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year) # **Have a wonderful holiday!** [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/254167/merry-christmas-and-a-happy-new-year) ## [Gap year possibilities: “My gap year in Costa Rica”](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/201426/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-in-costa-rica) August 3, 2012 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/201426/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-in-costa-rica#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-18196013-jpg/images/brillantmont-international-school_marion_pic.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/201426/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-in-costa-rica) ## **My gap year in Costa Rica by Marion who graduated from Brillantmont in June 2011:** “Originally, I had hoped to work with children, probably teaching, in Asia. However, choosing a gap year project was not easy. Be warned: there are many gap year operations that don’t even know the people they claim to help and make you pay a fortune to volunteer. Gap year travel is a lucrative business.” [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/201426/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-in-costa-rica) ## [Gap year possibilities: “My gap year on a Mercy Ship”](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/191662/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-on-a-mercy-ship) July 19, 2012 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/191662/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-on-a-mercy-ship#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-18195595-jpg/images/brillantmont-gap-year_elise.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/191662/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-on-a-mercy-ship) ## **My gap year on a Mercy Ship, by Elise who graduated from Brillantmont in June 2011:**  “Last year, for various reasons, it seemed like a good time to take a gap year. I wanted to travel and learn in a non-school environment before I attended university. Mercy Ships is an organisation which brings hope and healing to the world's forgotten poor in West Africa by providing free healthcare-all kinds of surgeries, eye treatment, and dental care.” [Read More](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/191662/gap-year-possibilities-my-gap-year-on-a-mercy-ship) ## [Reasons for taking a gap year: possibilities & cultural travel](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/182677/reasons-for-taking-a-gap-year-possibilities-cultural-travel) July 12, 2012 | [0 comments](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/182677/reasons-for-taking-a-gap-year-possibilities-cultural-travel#comments-listing)| by [Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![Sarah Frei](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hubfs/2022%20-%202023%20School%20Year/Sarah%20Frei%20-%20Brillantmont%20International%20School.jpg "Sarah Frei")](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/author/sarah-frei) [![](https://info.brillantmont.ch/hs-fs/file-18195544-jpg/images/brillantmont-gap-year-opportunities.jpg) ](https://info.brillantmont.ch/international-boarding-school-blog/bid/182677/reasons-for-taking-a-gap-year-possibilities-cultural-travel) The academic year is now over and the Brillantmont International School summer course, for students aged 11-16, has started. However, for some 17 and 18-year-olds who have reached the end of their school career and opted not to go straight to university, an entire gap year of possibilities lies ahead. 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