- Spend 24 hours immersed at CEFAM
CEFAMILY refers to the community made up of CEFAM students, faculty, staff, and alumni. In practice, this translates into small class sizes, close relationships with faculty, mutual support among students, an international community life, and a network that continues long after graduation.
At CEFAM, students move forward together, share their experiences, and support one another to succeed. Group projects, study sessions, and advice exchanged between classes—especially before heading abroad—make solidarity a part of everyday life.
Small class sizes encourage interaction with faculty and staff. Each student receives personalized support to deepen their knowledge, prepare for assessments, or overcome challenges.
The international experience begins right on the Lyon campus, where 59% of the students are international and 20 nationalities are represented. This diversity enriches group projects and fosters cultural exchange and different ways of working.
At CEFAM, students get involved in school life through the Student Council, the Ambassadors, sports activities, and by organizing events such as the Networking Night, the Gala, and Thanksgiving. These are all opportunities to take the initiative and contribute to the school community.
Support goes hand in hand with academic rigor. Presentations, projects, and internships enable students to improve their English, organize their ideas, and build the confidence they need to succeed in public speaking, interviews, and professional presentations.
Back-to-School and Orientation
New students get to know their class, the campus, and the staff. These initial group activities give French and international students, in particular, the chance to get to know one another right from the start.
Halloween
This American tradition is one of the events that highlight CEFAM’s Franco-American identity.
Thanksgiving
This is a highlight of CEFAM’s calendar, bringing together students, faculty, and staff for an iconic celebration of American culture and a time of fellowship shared by the entire community.
United Nations of CEFAM
An event that celebrates CEFAM’s cultural diversity, during which students represent different countries and present their positions on a current issue, acting as delegates from United Nations member states.
The Networking Event
This event brings together students, parents, alumni, and professionals. It is a unique opportunity for each guest to expand their network and for companies to introduce students to their businesses and connect with those seeking internships.
The Yearbook
Produced with the help of the students, it captures campus life and the identity of each graduating class, while preserving a record of the years spent at CEFAM and the bonds that unite the CEFAMILY.
Graduation and the Gala
The graduation ceremony marks the end of the program but also the students’ entry into the alumni community. It is followed by a gala evening eagerly anticipated by students, faculty, and the CEFAM staff.
Student Clubs and Initiatives
The Student Council, CEFAMOUS, sports, CSR projects, the Gala, and the Yearbook offer students various opportunities to get involved in school life.
Even before heading off to a partner university, students live in Lyon as part of a multicultural community where classes are taught in English and people of different nationalities interact on a daily basis. Studies, group projects, internships, and international exchange programs extend this experience throughout their academic career. The concept behind this section is already central to the existing CEFAMILY page.
A graduate, but still a member of the community
The relationship with CEFAM doesn't end with graduation. Alumni stay connected with the school, current students, other graduates, and the professional world.
An international network
CEFAM alumni work in 70 countries.
An alumni directory and a WhatsApp group
The CEFAM Alumni platform allows you to reconnect with other members of the community and stay in touch with members of different graduating classes. It is complemented by a WhatsApp group that facilitates more informal communication.
Career Opportunities
Alumni can help spread the word about internship and job opportunities and connect students with their professional networks.
Feedback
Graduates regularly return to CEFAM to talk about their career paths, their companies, or their professions and to interact with students.
Professional networking events
Conferences, workshops, and networking events provide opportunities for students, alumni, and companies to connect.
An alumni network connected to Magma
Because the connection between our graduates and our future talent is essential, our institution has partnered with the Magma platform. This dedicated space allows our alumni community to stay connected, share their professional experiences, and mentor new generations of students.
Ongoing support
The Corporate Relations & Career Services department and the CEFAM network remain available to graduates even after they complete their studies.
