Fondazione Rivapiana per la formazione e la ricerca universitarie nel Locarnese

To support the teaching and research activities of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI), particularly those of its departments in the Locarno region, and to promote new activities in line with university and cantonal planning. The foundation pursues its purpose mainly through: logistical structures, master centers, continuing education, conferences, in particular the management of the Centro Rivapiana in Minusio Rivapiana; hospitality for students, researchers, visiting professors; support for the careers of young professors (assistant professor scholarships); initiatives for students, scholarships, internships abroad; support for entrepreneurship; links with the territory, contacts with companies for internships, applied research; scientific dissemination, youth orientation, cultural promotion for the population.