75th Anniversary Celebration
In 1951, a small group of citizen diplomats began welcoming and supporting international students in Minnesota. 75 years later, Global Minnesota connects, informs, and engages people across the state through a wide variety of programs.
Throughout 2026, Global Minnesota will tell the stories of our shared global community. From hosting Ambassadors to handing out hats and mittens for international students, every Minnesotan can be a citizen diplomat.
Explore Global Minnesota and find your connection.
From the Archives
Stories of global engagement from the past 75 years. (Link to each post here).
Op-Ed Articles
Insights on Global Minnesota’s enduring value from our leadership.
Share Your Story
How has Global Minnesota or international engagement impacted you? Share your story of global connection using the form below. During the 75th anniversary year, Global Minnesota will compile and share stories of global dialogue, diplomacy, and discovery.