Doctoral network at the University of St.Gallen

DocNet is the club for all doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars at the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland

Our network was founded by a group of doctoral students from different research departments at HSG in spring 2001. Today, with more than 1’000 members, we are one of the biggest clubs at the University of St.Gallen (HSG). Throughout the year we organize interesting and inspiring social, sports, career-oriented, and academic events. Furthermore, DocNet provides special offers and benefits to its members. DocNet also maintains pages on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to inform and connect its members with each other. More than 3400 former doctoral students are organized through the Doctoral Alumni Club (a chapter of HSG Alumni). If you have any queries, please feel free to contact us via email.

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DOCNET SYMPOSIUM

Join the annual interdisciplinary scientific conference in St.Gallen, where expert insights, discussions and thoughtful reflection come together

DocNet is your connection to other doctoral students. Join out network and enjoy our benefits. We will help you with useful PhD Resources and much more!

Chances are that at some point you wonder: “Am I the first person having this issue? Where did I find that again? Where do I turn to for that software licence?” And that’s the reason why we started to collect some helpful links and resources for your PhD journey. Because writing a dissertation is hard enough.

DocNet & Raiffeisen

We are proud to offer a special deal for our members in need for a Swiss bank account (or a better one): Our sponsor Raiffeisen will set you up with a completely free account that includes some special benefits, such as 50% discount on the Halbtax.

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Our DocNet hoodies & socks are more than just merchandise, they symbolize our doctoral community.

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17 Feb

PhD KickOff DocDrinks

17. February 2026

20:00 - 22:00

Oya Bar

Dear fellow PhD students, as always, we warmly welcome our new PhD students in St.Gallen in February! Thus, we want to provide the fitting occasion [...]

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26 Feb

DocNet General Assembly 2026

26. February 2026

17:30 - 19:15

Dear DocNet Community, We are delighted to invite you to the annual DocNet General Assembly. This event is the annual full meeting and the supreme [...]

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18 Mar