Switzerland is in the top five most sustainable countries based on the Sustainable Competitiveness Rankings 2019; where Hungary has the 31st place. In order to learn some practices from Switzerland, the approach of Swiss universities to sustainability is examined to provide Hungarian universities with practical examples. The findings of the research lead to the conclusion that Swiss universities engage in several activities to raise awareness of sustainability and promote diversity and equality at their institutions. The research gives practical examples how Swiss universities integrate sustainability practices into the everyday life of their communities.