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SUMMARY:Global Business Outlook 2024
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. This event is SOLD OUT. Registration is now closed. Please contact Steve Jaffee at sjaffee@globalminnesota.org with any questions.  \nWith elections wrapping up all over the world in 2024\, what major changes can we expect in U.S. policy and international megatrends for 2025 and beyond? With premier content\, distinguished speakers\, elite business networking opportunities\, and a tour of 3M’s Innovation Center– you don’t want to miss this year’s Global Business Outlook. Our strategic glimpse into the year ahead promises to be even better\, so get your tickets now: Thursday\, December 5\, 2024 at the 3M Innovation Center from 5:30-8pm. Free tours of the 3M Innovation Center will occur at 4:00 and 4:45pm. (Please note: Innovation Center tours are now full.) \nLeading the discussion on global megatrends again this year is Dr. John Pournoor\, CEO of Government Analytica. John analyzed these trends at 3M for over 30 years and is Minnesota’s go-to expert on how global trends impact business strategy.  Sneak preview: John will give plenty of attention to the latest developments in artificial intelligence and what they mean for your business.  Fresh off our national election\, John will also be ready to peer into 2025 and consider its implications for local and global business.  A free copy of the 2025 Edition of Government Analytica’s Top 12 Geopolitical Megatrends will also be included for those who register. \nAfter the event\, enjoy exceptional networking with Global Minnesota corporate members and members of Minnesota’s international business community. Cost of registration includes light appetizers and a beverage after the formal program. \nNew to our stage this year will be: \n\nMadeleine Féquière\, Consul General\, Consulate General of Canada in Chicago\nMatt Varilek\, Commissioner\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development\nPeter Frosch\, CEO of GREATER MSP\nChristina Selander Bouzouina\, President\, Minnesota Consular Corps\nUjvara Fetoshi\, AI and Data Analytics Lead\, New Boundary Technologies\nSam Hsu\, Executive Vice President – Strategic Planning\, Ecolab\n\nHear what each of these thought leaders has to say about their vision for 2025 and what matters to business. \nAttend for FREE!\nBecome a new member at the $75 membership level or more and you can attend the Global Business Outlook for FREE! Please email Alex Albrecht\, Membership and Gala Manager\, with any questions or to claim one free ticket. A new member option is also available on the registration page in the link below. \nRaise your company’s global profile and unlock premier marketing opportunities by sponsoring this event. \nThank you Silver Sponsor KNOCK\,Inc. \nThanks to promotional partners East-West Connections\, Humphrey School of Public Affairs\, the Minnesota District Export Council\, the Minnesota Fulbright Alumni\, the Minnesota Trade Office\, and the U.S. Commercial Service.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-business-outlook-2024/
LOCATION:3M Innovation Center\, 2350 Minnehaha Ave E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exploring International Careers in the U.S. Government
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. Registration is now closed! A recording of the event will be made available on our events archive later this month.  \nLooking to take your career global? Perhaps you’re a recent grad or a mid-career professional seeking to develop meaningful international connections while living and working abroad. Navigating the numerous options for international careers in the U.S. government can be both exciting and overwhelming. \nTo help simplify the process\, Global Minnesota has assembled an expert panel of federal government professionals to provide insights and advice. Hear representatives from the U.S. State Department\, the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the U.S. Agency for International Development as they share exciting new opportunities and hiring tracks\, including what skills might benefit you and how to get started. \nWhether you’re a student\, a career-switcher\, or simply a curious individual\, this event is the first stop on your journey to an international career of purpose. \nPanelists \nSusan Falatko\, Diplomat in Residence Midwest (U.S. Department of State) \nAlicia Hernandez\, Senior Director for North and South Asia Operations\, Foreign Agricultural Service (USDA) \nPenelope Thomas\, Development Diplomat in Residence – South (USAID) \nDoug Jacobson\, Career Development and Assignments Officer\, Office of Global Talent Management (U.S. Department of Commerce) \nFull participant bios are available here. \nThanks to promotional sponsors Alight\, American Swedish Institute\, East-West Connections\, Humphrey School of Public Affairs\, the Minnesota Fulbright Alumni\, the Minnesota International NGO Network\, Saint Paul College\, the San Diego World Affairs Council\, the United Nations Association of Minnesota\, the U.S. Commercial Service\, the World Affairs Council of Harrisburg\, and WorldOregon.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/exploring-international-careers-in-the-u-s-government/
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SUMMARY:Looking Ahead in U.S.-Japan Relations
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. \nAs one of the United States’ most important allies and an influential nation\, Japan is a cornerstone in global geopolitics. Hear about the rich ties between the United States and Japan from the Consul General of Japan in Chicago Jun Yanagi. He will share his insight on Japan’s foreign and defense posture\, current political climate\, and Japanese economy. \nIn addition to the numerous international partnerships Japan and the United States share\, which range from economic and diplomatic to military cooperation and more\, Japan has also built a lasting relationship with Minnesota itself. These deep connections include former Vice President and Ambassador to Japan Walter Mondale and the sister-city relationship between Nagasaki and St. Paul. Modern opportunities including investments in healthcare\, manufacturing\, agriculture\, and energy\, provide a foundation for cooperation between Minnesota and Japan for decades to come. \nSpeakers:\nMr. Jun Yanagi\, Consul General of Japan in Chicago \nBefore being appointed Consul General of Japan in Chicago in July 2023\, Jun Yanagi served in numerous roles throughout the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He began his diplomatic career in 1988\, serving in the Ministry’s North East and South East Asia Divisions as well as diplomatic assignments in Nigeria\, Australia\, Russia\, Canada\, Vietnam\, and Vienna. Jun Yanagi has also served as Director of the Western Europe and International Science Cooperation Divisions at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs\, as a professor at Tohoku University\, and as Deputy Director of Cabinet Intelligence. \nProfessor Eric Schwartz\, Chair of the Humphrey School’s global policy area \nEric Schwartz is the chair of global policy at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. Prior to his return to the Humphrey School in 2023\, he served as president of Refugees International from 2017-2022. He has also served as dean of the Humphrey School; U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population\, Refugees\, and Migration; director of the Connect U.S. Fund; Deputy Special Envoy for Tsunami Recovery under UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan; among other roles. \nPresented in partnership with the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. \nPlease contact Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org for questions or accessibility accommodations. \nRegister Here
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/u-s-japan-relations-with-the-consul-general-of-japan/
LOCATION:Humphrey School of Public Affairs\, University of Minnesota\, 301 19th Ave. S\, Minneapolis\, 55454
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SUMMARY:SDG Roundtable: Strategies for a Climate-Resilient World
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and virtually and is open to everyone. Registration is now closed. Please contact Corporate Relations Officer Steve Jaffee at sjaffee@globalminnesota.org with any questions. \nClimate-driven changes are impacting people\, businesses\, and landscapes–on a global scale. While attention has been placed on reducing the severity of climate change—impacts due to these changes are increasingly observed\, increasingly costly\, and well-documented. Aging built environments and infrastructure may not have been sized for the new realities and/or not easily adapted for future conditions. How must we respond? What actions can we take to better protect people and property to promote climate resilience? What can we learn from our international partners coping with similar changes and challenges? \nMinnesota companies like Barr Engineering Co. regularly help clients understand their vulnerabilities to these risks and develop resilience strategies for their long-term success. \nJoin Global Minnesota on November 14 for our next Sustainable Development Goals Roundtable: Strategies for a Climate-Resilient World. In addition to insights and case studies from Barr Engineering Co.\, you’ll hear from other Minnesota companies learning to pivot in a changing world. \n\nMoody’s will provide an overview of how their physical risk catastrophe models are providing insight into current and future catastrophe risk informing business strategies\, for example\, with wildfire property risk mitigation\, community action and utility management.\nPCL Construction\, builder of our own Mall of America\, will examine how these changes are impacting built environments.\nFollowing the presentations\, there will be time for networking. Online participation will also be offered.\n\nPresentation runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with networking until noon. \nIf you require an accommodation\, please contact our Corporate Relations Officer Steve Jaffee at sjaffee@globalminnesota.org. \nCorporate Member Resources: Open the link to see how Global Minnesota corporate members offer expertise\, services\, or technology that can help with your organization’s sustainability goals.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/sdg-roundtable-strategies-for-a-climate-resilient-world/
LOCATION:Barr Engineering Co.\, 4300 MarketPointe Dr Suite 200\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55435\, United States
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SUMMARY:Edina Great Decisions: Understanding Indonesia
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nIndonesia is one of the world’s largest democracies\, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation\, and an economic driver of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Given its vital importance to the Indo-Pacific region\, what are the current issues in U.S.-Indonesian relations? What role can the country play in regional and world affairs? \nThis program is presented by Edina Community Ed through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, the Edina Library\, and Edina Community Center. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain articles and materials authored by experts on eight topics to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Friends of the Edina Library at the Edina Community Center for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nHenry Berman\, presenter \nHenry Berman is a retired businessman\, working for 34 years at Ecolab\, a global company based in St Paul. Henry has personal ties to the Middle East Region and has spent much time there in the last decade. He has a strong interest in the ever-changing dynamics in Africa\, the Middle East\, and Southeast Asia. Henry is a member of the Council of Foreign Relations and is active in a local Great Decisions Group. He has given popular presentations throughout Minnesota on such varied topics as Saudi Arabia\, Future of the Kurds\, Egypt and the Arab Spring\, Syrian Refugee Crisis and the U.S.- Israel relationship. Henry has a BA from Hamilton College and an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. \nSpecial thanks to the Friends of the Edina Library for co-hosting this program. \nIf you would like to register\, please use the button below. \nRegister
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/edina-great-decisions-understanding-indonesia/
LOCATION:Edina Community Center\, 5701 Normandale Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
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SUMMARY:Culture Through Cuisine: Mediterranean
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. This event is SOLD OUT. \nThe Mediterranean diet is world-renowned for its health benefits and delicious culinary diversity. Transport your tastebuds to the warm Mediterranean coast and learn about the history of the oldest Middle Eastern restaurant in Minnesota at the next Culture through Cuisine. You’ll savor a selection of falafel\, hummus\, kabobs\, gyros\, rice\, and more at Mediterranean Cruise Café in Burnsville. \nAfter the meal\, you’ll also hear from owner Jamal Ansari about the opening of this restaurant back in 1979. Jamal and his sons have created many original delicacies from Jerusalem\, Palestine\, Lebanon\, Jordan\, Egypt\, Morocco\, Italy\, Turkey and Greece. \nGlobal Minnesota members receive discounted admission. Members are encouraged to bring a non-member at the member rate.  \nNot yet a member? Check out the many benefits of membership and join today! \nMenu\nGreek Salad\nFalafel\nSpanakopita\nHummus\nGyro\nChicken Kabob\nRice\nPita Bread\nYogurt Garlic Sauce \nRegistration includes a buffet with appetizers\, entrees\, and sides\, as well as a non-alcoholic beverage\, tax\, and tip. A variety of alcoholic beverages as well as other desserts and sides are available for additional purchase. \nPlease contact Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org for questions\, accessibility accommodations\, or dietary restrictions.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/culture-through-cuisine-mediterranean/
LOCATION:Mediterranean Cruise Café\, 12500 Nicollet Avenue\, Burnsville\, MN\, 55337\, United States
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SUMMARY:Podcast Episode: Careers in International Development with Penelope Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a career with global travel opportunities and mission to help improve lives all around the world? On November 18\, Global Minnesota will be hosting a free webinar on navigating international career opportunities in the U.S. Government. In this event\, you’ll hear insights and advice from an expert panel featuring representatives from the U.S. State Department\, the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the U.S. Agency for International Development. They will share exciting new opportunities and hiring tracks\, including what skills might benefit you and how to get started. This free webinar is open to everyone and you can register right now at this link: \nRegister Here \nOn this episode of The Global Minnesota Podcast\, hear from one of the panelists for this event\, Penelope Thomas. She serves as the Development Diplomat in Residence for USAID. Her overseas assignments include Bangladesh\, Barbados\, Colombia\, The Dominican Republic\, Egypt\, Guyana\, Jamaica\, Mali\, Nigeria\, and Pakistan. She is also a graduate of St. Olaf College in French and Spanish. And if that wasn’t interesting enough\, she is an accomplished singer and was a member of the renowned Gospel group called The Sounds of Blackness\, and was once a backup singer for Prince when he recorded the soundtrack for the 1989 film Batman. She provides a sneak peak of the upcoming webinar and provides more insight into her fascinating life and work. \nListen below\, or subscribe to our podcast on all major podcast apps.\n \nHear untold stories of international connections with new monthly episodes by subscribing to The Global Minnesota Podcast. Now available on all podcast streaming apps! \nLinks\nInternational Careers Webinar \nPast Podcast Episode Featuring State Department Webinar Panelist \nPresidential Management Fellows Program \nPayne Fellowship Program \nUSAID Careers \nUSA Jobs Website \nPrince – Batdance Music Video \n  \nThis interview was recorded on October 23\, 2024\, and will be available for viewing on our Calendar of Events for several weeks. All interviews are archived on our podcast feed and in our Past Events calendar. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/podcast-episode-careers-in-international-development-with-penelope-thomas/
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SUMMARY:Get To Know Global Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. New members and potential members are encouraged to attend.  \nCome discover what Global Minnesota has to offer! Visit the Global Minnesota office to learn about our programming\, explore ways to participate\, and discover what membership is all about. Plus\, all attendees will receive a $5 discount voucher for any public program for which Global Minnesota is the main sponsor.** \nSnacks\, beverages\, and a door prize will be provided. Metered street parking and ramp parking are available in the surrounding area. We hope to see you there. \n**Offer not applicable to partner programs\, valid through June 30\, 2025.** \nRegister Here
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/get-to-know-global-minnesota-4/
LOCATION:Global Minnesota\, 1901 University Ave. SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Capitalizing on the Inflation Reduction Act & Green Energy Developments
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now OPEN! \nHow have major green energy advancements\, including significant legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act\, impacted international business? Many of Minnesota’s international business partners view IRA funding for clean energy infrastructure growth as a gateway to our market. How you can leverage this interest to your benefit? \nJoin us for a discussion on the opportunities presented by the Inflation Reduction Act and other green energy developments. The program will feature a keynote from Gregg Mast\, Executive Director at Clean Energy Economy Minnesota\, followed by a panel of business leaders discussing how recent green energy breakthroughs have enabled new business possibilities. Specifically\, the program will address the following topics: \n· Developments in Green Energy\, including insights into the Inflation Reduction Act \n· Steps companies are taking to optimize tax benefits and market opportunities associated with green energy manufacturing \n· Legal and other considerations associated with structuring\, contractual provisions\, sourcing/procurement and other areas critical to the green energy sector \nKEYNOTE \nGregg Mast\nExecutive Director\, Clean Energy Economy Minnesota \n\nPANEL DISCUSSION \nMichael Morrell\nExecutive Vice President Strategic Lending\, Sunrise Bank \nZev Simpser\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney \nJessica Libby\, Moderator\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KMPG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek. \nRegister Here
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-capitalizing-on-the-inflation-reduction-act-green-energy-developments/
LOCATION:Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, 50 South Sixth St.\, Suite 1500\, Minneapolis\, 55402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T120000
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SUMMARY:U.S. Work Culture and the Recruitment Process
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. \nInternational students from any college or university in Minnesota are welcome to attend. \nLooking to get hired during your time in Minnesota? Join Global Minnesota and University of Minnesota International Careers for a webinar that will help clarify the hiring process and explain some unique aspects of American work culture. \nThe discussion will provide advice for international students on navigating cultural barriers during the recruitment process for an internship or job while studying in the U.S. An expert panel will share tips on best practices for the application and interview process\, preparing for screening calls\, video and in-person interviews\, and how to navigate U.S. work culture. \nPANELISTS \nLuiza Dreasher\, Ph.D – President and CEO of Mastering Cultural Difference\nLuiza is a Cultural Competence Development Coach and author of “Mastering Cultural Differences: Strategies for Leading a Global Workforce.” \nMelanie Fox\, MS – Founder of Speech Fox\nMelanie is a linguistics expert specializing in Presentation Coaching\, Interview Training\, Public Speaking\, Dialect Coaching\, and Accent Reduction with 20+ years of experience helping business professionals\, public figures\, actors/entertainers around the world speak with confidence.\n \nRon Chrabascz Jr. – Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at Korn Ferry\nRon is a Talent Acquisition and Human Resources professional with 20 years of experience in recruitment strategies across various industries and functions\, including life sciences\, technology\, and professional services.\n \nThis event is presented in partnership with University of Minnesota International Careers. \nRegister Here \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Jane Sitter.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/u-s-work-culture-and-the-recruitment-process/
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SUMMARY:Learn Traditional Mongolian Calligraphy
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now CLOSED.  \nStep into the world of traditional Mongolian calligraphy and discover the elegance of this ancient art form. Join Global Minnesota for a thoughtfully curated workshop teaching the basics of Mongolian calligraphy. As you practice\, you will also learn more about Mongolian culture and history. You’ll take home a finished art piece of your design – write your name\, a poem\, or look to our expert teacher for suggestions. \nAll materials are included with registration. Light snacks will be provided. \nIf you require an accessibility accommodation\, please contact our Events Manager Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org. \nFeatured Artist: Oyun Erdene-Byambadorj \nOyun-Erdene Byambadorj\, an international student at the University of St. Thomas\, is pursuing a degree in Philosophy. She has seven years of experience in the art of calligraphy and specializes in traditional Mongolian calligraphy. For Oyun-Erdene\, calligraphy is far more than an artistic practice; it is a profound mental discipline to find inner peace. \nPaid parking is available in the University Avenue Ramp (1926 University Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55455) located across the street from Global Minnesota. Street parking in the area is limited. \nGlobal Minnesota members receive early-access registration and discounted admission. Members are welcome to bring a non-member guest at the member rate.  \nNot yet a member? Check out the many benefits of membership and join today!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/learn-traditional-mongolian-calligraphy/
LOCATION:Global Minnesota\, 1901 University Ave. SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414
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SUMMARY:Edina Great Decisions: Pandemic Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nResearch has shown that the question is not “if\,” but “when” the next pandemic will occur. Although the previous pandemic seems to have waned\, there are many lessons to learn about what’s needed for a new\, global biosecurity infrastructure\, that mitigates the risks from the next pandemic. How can technology be utilized to support rapid identification and understanding of emerging threats\, such as collecting samples\, analyzing data\, and generating meaningful insights for public health officials and policymakers? \nThis program is presented by Edina Community Ed through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, the Edina Library\, and Edina Community Center. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain articles and materials authored by experts on eight topics to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Friends of the Edina Library at the Edina Community Center for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nRick Olson\, presenter \nRick Olson is a retired professional with a variety of educational and life experiences. He has worked as an economist\, an attorney\, a certified financial planner\, an agricultural loan officer\, an agricultural cooperative president\, a State Representative in Michigan and a public-school business manager. He obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Stanford Law School and completed the coursework in two Ph.D. programs (Agricultural Economics and Education Administration). \nSpecial thanks to the Friends of the Edina Library for co-hosting this program. \nIf you would like to register\, please use the button below. \nRegister
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/edina-great-decisions-pandemic-preparedness/
LOCATION:Edina Community Center\, 5701 Normandale Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
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SUMMARY:Explore German Heritage and More on a Viking River Journey
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. This event is AT CAPACITY. Please email info@globalminnesota.org to be placed on the waitlist.  \nCalling all travelers! Are you dreaming of experiencing the scenic Danube\, the mighty Rhine\, or the picturesque Elbe as you explore Germany’s history\, art\, cuisine\, architecture\, and more? Come together with travel enthusiasts and industry experts for an evening featuring German flavor as we immerse you in the joys of European river cruising with Viking. \nGlobal Minnesota is pleased to team up with Viking and Travel Leaders for an exciting and informative evening. Viking offers multiple European (and worldwide) options for culturally curious travelers with itineraries created to explore the world in comfort. We’ll cover highlights and what to expect on a Viking river voyage with Rebecca Aiken from Viking while enjoying appetizers and beverages in a unique German-pub style gathering space. Travel Leaders will have a team of experienced staff on hand who can advise on Viking cruises as well as travel worldwide. Bring your travel questions! \nWhether you’re a future\, experienced\, or armchair traveler\, join us for a relaxed evening of learning and sharing travel tips\, ideas\, and experiences and be inspired to plan your next adventure. \nEvent is free including appetizers\, beer and wine\, nonalcoholic beverages\, and door prizes. Space is limited. \nThe event takes place in a unique German-pub style venue accessed by a flight of stairs. Please contact Katie Kelley (kkelley@globalminnesota.org) for accessibility options or questions. \nPlease note\, attendee names and email addresses will be shared with program partners. \nThank you to program partners Germanic American Institute\, Travel Leaders\, and Viking.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/explore-german-heritage-and-more-on-a-viking-river-journey/
LOCATION:Germanic-American Institute\, 301 Summit Ave\, Saint Paul\, 55102
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SUMMARY:Great Decisions: U.S.- China Trade Rivalry
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. An optional dinner will start at 7:15 following the presentation. The dinner is $25 for Woman’s Club members and $30 for non-members (plus service fee and taxes). \nFor the past ten years\, the United States and China have been locked in a competition for who has the greatest global influence. One major point of contention is the status of Taiwanese sovereignty\, which has become even more relevant recently with the possibility that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine may prompt China to take similar action regarding Taiwan. How will the United States engage a China which is increasingly seeking to expand its sphere of influence? \nDuncan McCampbell\, presenter \nDuncan McCampbell is an American lawyer and professor of international business and law at Metropolitan State University in Minneapolis. He spent 14 years—much of it living abroad—with the Westlaw division of Thomson Reuters\, starting new online businesses in the UK\, Germany\, China\, Australia\, Hong Kong and the Netherlands. His professional interests include globalization\, international business\, non-U.S. legal systems\, and corruption prevention. He has served as Co-Chair of the Minnesota China Business Council\, Minnesota’s oldest China business organization. He publishes frequently on global commercial\, legal\, political and security issues. In addition to his writing and teaching\, Prof. McCampbell leads a business consultancy that helps companies enter new overseas markets. Professor McCampbell’s new book on U.S./China relations\, Sunset Over China\, is due to release by the end of the year \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain articles and materials authored by experts on each topic to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nIf you would like to register\, please RSVP to frontdesk@womansclub.org or click the link below. \nRegister \nInterested in joining or starting a Great Decisions discussion group? Listen to our latest podcast episode to learn how!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/great-decisions-u-s-china-trade-rivalry/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis\, 410 Oak Grove St\, Minneapolis\, 55403
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SUMMARY:International Student Welcome Party at Mall of America
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to international and globally-minded college students. Registration is now CLOSED. Please contact Jo Mattos at jmattos@globalminnesota.org with any questions. \nGlobal Minnesota invites new and returning international students from all Minnesota colleges and universities to a fun International Student Welcome Party at the Mall of America (MOA) on September 28\, 2:00-5:00 pm. Take the opportunity to connect with other international students from around the Twin Cities while you check out one of the state’s biggest attractions and learn more about programs to support your study abroad experience. \nEvent Highlights\n\nMOA Scavenger Hunt\nWinter Gear Adventure\nMOA VIP Shopping Package (coupon books & shopping bags)\nChance to win prizes & thrill rides at Nickelodeon Universe\nOpportunity to connect with international students from different colleges and universities\nFlexible check-in time\nOptional RSVP to reduce lines\nSnacks & popsicles\nFree admission!\n\nImportant: Check-in will happen in the Lounge Room located on Level 2 North. Bring your college/university ID. Global Minnesota won’t be able to provide transportation – MOA can be reached by Light Rail Blue Line from Minneapolis and Metro Transit Bus Route 54 from St Paul. Parking is free. \nThanks to event co-sponsors Concordia University\, St. Paul College\, and the University of Minnesota. \nThanks to Mall of America for their partnership on this event. \nThis program is directed towards international and local globally-minded college students enrolled in any university or college program in Minnesota.  \nIf you have questions\, require an accessibility accommodation\, or if you are ISSS staff who would like to join\, please contact Jo Mattos at jmattos@globalminnesota.org. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-student-welcome-party/
LOCATION:The Lounge at Mall of America\, 60 E Broadway\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Future of U.S.- South Korea Relations
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now CLOSED. Please email Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org with any questions.  \nSouth Korea is a leading global economy and close ally of the United States. Even with its status and the explosion of cultural touchpoints like K-Pop\, South Korea’s history and politics are still relatively unknown to many in the United States. With rising tensions throughout the Asia-Pacific region\, what will the U.S.-Korea partnership look like over the next few years? \nJoin Global Minnesota and the Korea Economic Institute for a panel discussion featuring representatives from both the U.S. State Department and the Korean Embassy as they share important context about the strategic relationship between the United States and South Korea\, the ongoing tension on the Korean peninsula\, and the outlook for Korea’s economic\, political\, and cultural influence globally. \nPanelists \n \nAndy Hong\, Program Officer at Korea Economic Institute \n \nKeome Rowe\, Republic of Korea Desk Officer at U.S. Department of State \n \nJiho Lee\, Counselor to the Embassy of ROK in the United States  \nFull participant bios available here. \nModerator: Anne Linnee \nFollowing a 21-year career as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer\, Anne Linnee retired from the State Department in 2023. During her career she primarily worked on issues in\, and related to\, Africa and Asia. Her overseas assignments included the United Arab Emirates\, Afghanistan\, China\, Pakistan\, Mauritania and South Africa\, as well as Washington\, DC. Her final assignment was as the U.S. Consul General in Durban\, South Africa. \nShe has a B.A. in Urban Studies from the University of Minnesota and a M.S. in National Security Strategy from the National War College in Washington\, DC. She speaks Spanish\, French and Mandarin. \nThanks to promotional sponsor the Committee on Foreign Relations — Minnesota and the Minnesota International NGO Network. \nPresented in partnership with the Korea Economic Institute. KEI’s Future of Korea is an outreach program that strengthens interest in U.S.-Korea relations with community members\, scholars\, and students outside of the DC metropolitan area.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/the-future-of-u-s-south-korea-relations/
LOCATION:Saint Paul College\, University Center\, 235 Marshall Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T090000
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SUMMARY:South Korea Business Briefing
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now CLOSED. Please email Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org with questions. \nAre you curious about what it takes to do business in South Korea? Maybe you’re a Minnesota company already working in the region? Join Global Minnesota\, the Korea Economic Institute\, and Fredrikson & Byron for an informative business briefing led by representatives of KEI and the Korean Embassy. You’ll also hear unique perspectives from our U.S. Embassy representative joining the delegation. Ask questions\, network with other attendees\, and learn from this visiting delegation. \nLight breakfast and coffee will be provided. Registration required. \nSpeakers: \n \nAndy Hong\, Program Officer at Korea Economic Institute \n \nKeome Rowe\, Republic of Korea Desk Officer at U.S. Department of State \n \nJiho Lee\, Counselor to the Embassy of ROK in the United States  \nFull participant bios available here. \nPresented in partnership with Fredrikson & Byron.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/south-korea-business-briefing/
LOCATION:Fredrikson & Byron\, U.S. Bank Plaza\, 200 South 6th St. #4000\, Minneapolis\, 55402
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240916T173000
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SUMMARY:Edina Great Decisions: High Seas Treaty
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nAreas of the seas beyond national jurisdiction comprise the high seas\, which are facing a degradation of ecosystems due to climate change and the increase in human activities\, such as shipping\, overfishing\, pollution\, and deep-sea mining. The recently negotiated High Seas Treaty\, also known as the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction treaty\, will attempt to address these issues. How difficult will it be to convince nations to participate? \nThis program is presented by Edina Community Ed through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, the Edina Library\, and Edina Community Center. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain articles and materials authored by experts on eight topics to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Friends of the Edina Library at the Edina Community Center for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nAndrew Latham\, presenter \nAndrew Latham is Professor of International Relations and Political Theory at Macalester College\, Saint Paul\, MN; Non-Resident Fellow\, Defense Priorities\, Washington\, DC; Senior Fellow\, Institute for Peace and Diplomacy\, Ottawa\, CDA; and Opinion Contributor\, The Hill\, Washington\, DC. Professor Latham’s primary scholarly interests are in the areas of international relations and political thought. He regularly teaches courses on international security\, Chinese foreign policy\, regional conflict in the Middle East\, regional conflict in the Asia-Pacific\, medieval political thought\, U.S. foreign policy\, and conservative political theory. His most recent publication is Theorizing Medieval Geopolitics: War and World Order in the Age of the Crusades. He has also published a novel about the Third Crusade entitled The Holy Lance. \nSpecial thanks to the Friends of the Edina Library for co-hosting this program. \nIf you would like to register\, please use the button below. \nRegister
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/edina-great-decisions-high-seas-treaty/
LOCATION:Edina Community Center\, 5701 Normandale Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T120148
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SUMMARY:Great Decisions: The Changing World Order
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. An optional dinner will start at 7:15 following the presentation. The dinner is $25 for Woman’s Club members and $30 for non-members (plus service fee and taxes). \nFollowing the collapse of the Soviet Union\, the United States emerged as a lone superpower leading a unipolar world. President George H.W. Bush proclaimed a New World Order to be marked by peace\, prosperity\, and liberal democracy. \nThirty years later we live in a very different world. The United States\, while still a major power with the world’s largest military\, must navigate a multi-polar world and significant new challenges. First and foremost is the rise of China whose economy is now on par with the U.S. and is flexing its influence throughout the world as it seeks natural resources and markets for its goods. However\, China is not alone as a rising power. \nThe BRICS nations\, Brazil\, Russia\, India\, China\, and South Africa\, are increasingly influential international players and often have different interests and values than the U.S. American leadership in the world is also in question with significant portions of the U.S. electorate wanting more focus on domestic issues and less attention to foreign affairs. What could be the role of the U.S. in this changing world order? \nGary Prevost\, presenter \nGary Prevost is Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Latin American Studies at the College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University and Research Associate and Honorary Professor at Nelson Mandela University in South Africa.  He is the author or co-editor of close to twenty books and 100 academic articles on a range of international subjects with a primary focus on Latin America. He has taught courses on international relations for fifty years and is regular lecturer in the Great Decisions program of Global Minnesota. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain articles and materials authored by experts on each topic to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nIf you would like to register\, please RSVP to frontdesk@womansclub.org or click the link below. \nRegister \nInterested in joining or starting a Great Decisions discussion group? Listen to our latest podcast episode to learn how!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/great-decisions-the-changing-world-order/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis\, 410 Oak Grove St\, Minneapolis\, 55403
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T190000
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SUMMARY:Election Watch 2024: Journalistic Experiences from the Global Stage
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. No registration is required. \nWith elections occurring in over 50 countries encompassing over half the world’s population\, 2024 is being called the year of elections. How are global political contests being covered in today’s fractured international media landscape? \nJoin Global Minnesota and the Minnesota Chapter of the Fulbright Association for a compelling discussion hosted by the University of St. Thomas’ Department of Emerging Media and the World Press Institute featuring some of the 2024 WPI international journalists. These media professionals from Brazil\, Bulgaria\, Finland\, India\, Italy\, Kosovo\, Nigeria\, Peru\, South Africa\, and Ukraine will share their experiences covering elections in their home countries. The panel will also explore the critical role of the media during tense electoral periods and how they navigate political pressures and ethical challenges encountered while reporting on elections worldwide. \nModerator\, Alexis Rogers \nAs a dynamic Anchor and Community Relations Manager at KARE 11 News in the Twin Cities\, Alexis is not just a storyteller—she’s a force of empowerment. A Murrow and Emmy Award-Winning Storyteller and Culture Connoisseur\, she is also the Founder and force of Lisa’s Girls Inc\, a leadership and life skills community for BIPOC girls\, women and allies. \nFrom working in newsrooms and communities across the country to creating and hosting the acclaimed “Let’s Talk Cincy” on WLWT in Cincinnati and revamping an alternative news with a twist show\, All Indiana in Indianapolis\, she pioneers robust community initiatives\, leaving an enduring imprint on city after city. \nA proud graduate of the University of Missouri’s School of Journalism\, Alexis is not just a storyteller; she’s a catalyst for change. A member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and the National Association of Black Journalists\, she personifies empowerment in action. \nAlexis doesn’t just report the news; she shapes narratives\, sparks change\, and inspires action. Prepare to be ignited\, informed\, authentically connected and empowered by the magnetic presence of Alexis—a visionary leader driving impactful conversations and fostering lasting change. shapes narratives\, sparks change\, and inspires action. Prepare to be ignited\, informed\, authentically connected and empowered by the magnetic presence of Alexis—a visionary leader driving impactful conversations and fostering lasting change. \nWorld Press Institute: Founded in 1961\, the World Press Institute has been the premier organization in the United States providing international journalists with the opportunity to broadly investigate the country — its values\, traditions of a free press\, institutions\, customs\, regions\, and peoples. WPI now has over 600 alumni from 100 different countries around the globe. \nUniversity of St. Thomas Emerging Media Department: The Department of Emerging Media at the University of St. Thomas prepares students to respond to a rapidly changing media environment. The department places an emphasis on good writing and storytelling while recognizing that technology continuously impacts how we interact in the workplace and in our daily lives. \nMinnesota Chapter of the Fulbright Association is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of Fulbright alumni\, visiting scholars\, students\, and friends of international exchange. A wide range of engaging programs and events are offered across the state to build meaningful connections and advance cultural exchange towards understanding\, cooperation\, and peace. \nThanks to promotional sponsors Minnesota Fulbright Alumni\, the Minnesota International NGO Network\, the Ukrainian-American Community Center\, the University of Minnesota’s Hubbard School\, and the University of St. Thomas. \nPresented in partnership with the Fulbright Association Minnesota Chapter.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/election-watch-2024-journalistic-experiences-from-the-global-stage/
LOCATION:O’Shaughnessy Educational Center Auditorium\, 2115 Summit Avenue\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T113000
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SUMMARY:Unrest in Ecuador: Post-Election Challenges
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. \nAs the youngest elected president in Ecuador’s history\, President Daniel Noboa is determined to pave a new way forward for a country in crisis. Ecuador\, a country with a rich history\, vibrant cultural landscape and incredible geographic diversity\, was one of the safest countries in Latin America as recently as 2019. In the last year\, Ecuador has faced rising tension and gang violence\, including a sharp increase in homicides and an on-air takeover of an influential TV news station this past January. With elections scheduled for February 2025\, he has less than a year to address the nation’s security challenges while navigating diplomatic frictions and a struggling economy. \nJoin Global Minnesota and Glaeldys González Calanche\, the Giustra Fellow for the Latin America and Caribbean Program of the International Crisis Group for a virtual webinar breaking down the challenges facing Ecuador\, as well as the possibilities and opportunities for a positive future in Ecuador. \nAbout Glaeldys González Calanche: \nGlaeldys González Calanche is Giustra Fellow in the International Crisis Group’s Latin America and Caribbean Program. In this role\, she conducts field research\, formulates policy recommendations\, and assists in the Program’s advocacy activities related to conflict prevention and mitigation in the region. She currently leads the program’s research on Bolivia\, Ecuador and Peru. \nGlaeldys holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political and Administrative Sciences with an emphasis on International Relations from the Central University of Venezuela and a Master’s Degree in Latin American Studies from the University of Salamanca. Glaeldys is based in Bogotá\, Colombia and is a native speaker of Spanish. \nThanks to promotional sponsors the Minnesota International NGO Network and the United Nations Association of Minnesota. \nIf you require an accessibility accommodation\, please email Events Manager Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org two weeks ahead of the event. \nIf you are registering for this event from outside the United States\, please go here.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/unrest-in-ecuador-post-election-challenges/
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SUMMARY:Waterfall Hike & Outdoor Concert
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to international and globally-minded students. Registration is now closed. \nJoin Global Minnesota for a fun Minnesota summer party! \nDid you know that the word Minnehaha means “curling water” in the Dakota language? The Dakota people considered the area that today makes the Minnehaha Regional Park an ideal place to gather. Let’s gather and enjoy the last days of summer spending quality outdoor time with fellow international and globally-minded students by the beautiful Minnehaha Falls. \nExplore the park’s natural beauty\, including its 53-foot waterfall\, and experience a scenic hike along the Minnehaha creek. \nThen enjoy a light picnic with chips\, trail mix\, and any additional snacks and beverages you would like to bring. We’ll conclude with a live music concert at the bandstand near the waterfall\, featuring acoustic guitar and Americana music. \nAgenda:\n• 4:30-5:00 pm: Arrival\, Check-in\, and Waterfall Pictures\n• 5:00-6:00 pm: Hike\n• 6:00-7:00 pm: Picnic Time\n• 7:00 pm: Scott Liber Outdoor Concert (acoustic guitar\, Americana music) \nIf you have questions or if you are ISSS staff who would like to join\, please contact Jo Mattos at jmattos@globalminnesota.org. Due to the outdoor nature of this event\, we cannot guarantee full accessibility accommodations. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/waterfall-hike-outdoor-concert/
LOCATION:Minnehaha Regional Park\, Minnehaha Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
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SUMMARY:Podcast Episode: Great Decisions Discussion Groups
DESCRIPTION:Global Minnesota’s Great Decisions program features grassroots discussion groups where people from all over the state get together in their communities to talk about the big foreign policy issues of our time. Groups are made up of all different backgrounds including community organizations\, church groups\, universities\, and even groups of friends who want to learn more about complex international issues. \nOn today’s episode\, hear from a Great Decisions expert speaker\, Christi Siver\, and a local Great Decisions group leader Renee Brown-Goodell. They have joined to talk about their roles in the Great Decisions program\, the process for joining or starting a group\, and how these groups foster international learning across the state. \nListen below\, or subscribe to our podcast on all major podcast apps.\n \nHear untold stories of international connections with new monthly episodes by subscribing to The Global Minnesota Podcast. Now available on all podcast streaming apps! \nLinks\nGreat Decisions Discussion Groups \nThis interview was recorded on July 31\, 2024\, and will be available for viewing on our Calendar of Events for several weeks. All interviews are archived on our podcast feed and in our Past Events calendar. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/podcast-episode-great-decisions-discussion-groups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240729T160000
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SUMMARY:Edina Great Decisions: Mideast Realignment
DESCRIPTION:The United States and the Middle East are at a crossroads. In spite of a reduced presence in the Middle East\, the U.S. still has significant national interests in the region. Can the U.S. continue to defend its priorities in the Middle East and globally with a lower level of military and political involvement\, or should it recommit to a leading role in the region? \nThis program is presented by Edina Community Ed through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, the Edina Library\, and Edina Community Center. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most critical foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates the statewide Great Decisions program by providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and to discussion materials produced by the Foreign Policy Association. Great Decisions books contain a articles and materials authored by experts on each topic to provide a nonpartisan basis for understanding the important global issues of our time. A limited number of discounted books are available for purchase by Global Minnesota members and groups ordering ten or more books. Join Global Minnesota and the Friends of the Edina Library at the Edina Community Center for an in-depth discussion of this important topic. \nJay Shahidi\, presenter \nMehr “Jay” Shahidi is free-lance international affairs researcher\, lobbyist\, public speaker\, consultant\, human rights activist as well as a business owner living in Saint Louis Park. Jay has taught Great Decisions Courses for Global Minnesota and Foreign Policy Association since 2005. \nSpecial thanks to the Friends of the Edina Library for hosting this program. \nIf you would like to register\, please use the button below. \nRegister
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/edina-great-decisions-mideast-realignment-2/
LOCATION:Edina Community Center\, 5701 Normandale Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T140000
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis Institute of Art Tour Adventure
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to international and globally-minded students.  \nWould you like to go on a cultural and social adventure while visiting one of the largest art museums in the country? Join Global Minnesota to tour and explore the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) while connecting with international and globally-minded college students. \nThis event will offer a guided tour\, scavenger hunt\, networking bingo\, prizes\, and time to chat. Mia was founded in 1893\, houses a collection of over 90\,000 objects\, and is visited by over half a million people every year. The collection features art produced on six continents around the world. \nAgenda:\n• 1:45-2:00 pm: Arrival and Check-in at Mia Lobby\n• 2:00-3:00 pm: Guided Tour\n• 3:00-3:45 pm: Scavenger Hunt\n• 3:45-4:15 pm: Networking Bingo\n• 4:15-5:00 pm: Prizes\, Group Picture\, and Coffee Chat \nThank you to Mia for their partnership on this event. \nIf you have questions\, require an accessibility accommodation\, or if you are ISSS staff who would like to join\, please contact Jo Mattos at jmattos@globalminnesota.org. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/minneapolis-institute-of-art-tour-adventure/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Institute of Art\, 2400 3rd Ave. S.\, Minneapolis\, 55404\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240726T220000
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SUMMARY:2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony Party
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nGet ready for the 2024 Olympic games in Paris with Global Minnesota\, Alliance Française\, and the Minneapolis Cider Company! \nGather your team and join any time between 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM to watch a livestream of the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. There will be cider\, crepes\, snacks\, and desserts available for purchase\, as well as bingo and other games and activities. Wear your Olympic gear\, national colors\, or team jersey and get ready to cheer on your favorite country. \nDon’t miss the best French themed Olympics Party in the Twin Cities. No registration required. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/2024-olympics-opening-ceremony-party/
LOCATION:Minneapolis Cider Company\, Southeast 9th Street\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55414\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240717
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SUMMARY:Podcast Episode: The U.S.-German Relationship with Rainer Breul
DESCRIPTION:As a major player in global affairs\, Germany has a critical role in steering the transatlantic relationship. Earlier this summer\, Global Minnesota partnered on an event with the Germanic-American Institute and the Bertelsmann Foundation to discuss the U.S.-German relationship. The event featured remarks from Irene Braam\, Executive Director of the Bertelsmann Foundation\, and Rainer Breul\, who serves as the Head of Political Affairs at the German Embassy in Washington\, D.C. \nOn this episode\, hear from Rainer Breul as he shares more about his background\, the connections between Germany and Minnesota\, and the essential importance of the U.S.-German relationship. \nListen below\, or subscribe to our podcast on all major podcast apps.\n \nHear untold stories of international connections with new monthly episodes by subscribing to The Global Minnesota Podcast. Now available on all podcast streaming apps! \nLinks\nGermany Embassy in Washington\, D.C. \nDepartment of State Office of Sub-National Diplomacy \nThis interview was recorded on June 25\, 2024\, and will be available for viewing on our Calendar of Events for several weeks. All interviews are archived on our podcast feed and in our Past Events calendar. 
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/podcast-episode-the-u-s-german-relationship-with-rainer-breul/
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SUMMARY:Get To Know Global Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. New members and potential members are encouraged to attend.  \nCome discover what Global Minnesota has to offer! Visit the Global Minnesota office to learn about our programming\, explore ways to participate\, and learn what membership is all about. Plus\, all attendees will receive a $5 discount voucher for any public program for which Global Minnesota is the main sponsor.** \nSnacks\, beverages\, and a door prize will be provided. Metered street parking and ramp parking are available in the surrounding area. We hope to see you there. \n**Offer not applicable to partner programs\, valid through June 30\, 2025.**
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/get-to-know-global-minnesota-3/
LOCATION:Global Minnesota\, 1901 University Ave. SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T190000
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SUMMARY:Global Social: 2024 Mandela Washington Fellows
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nMeet the University of Minnesota’s 2024 cohort of Mandela Washington Fellows! The Mandela Washington Fellowship is a nationwide program that brings young leaders from across Africa to the United States for academic and leadership training. The Fellows enrich their U.S. host communities through public service\, cultural exchange\, and the lasting personal ties they create during their program. They are working on projects related to climate sustainability\, disability rights\, health and wellness programming\, and teaching to name just a few. \nNetwork with the next generation of leaders over light appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages. We’ll also have fun Minnesota-themed trivia and hear from some of the Fellows regarding their experience in Minnesota and their professional trajectory. This year’s cohort is made up of 25 young leaders from 19 different countries\, including Angola\, Benin\, Djibouti\, Democratic Republic of the Congo\, Eswatini\, Ethiopia\, Gabon\, Ghana\, Ivory Coast\, Kenya\, Liberia\, Madagascar\, Mali\, Namibia\, Niger\, Nigeria\, Rwanda\, Tanzania\, and Zambia. \nThe Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship program of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the Fellowship here. \nIf you require an accessibility accommodation\, please contact our Events Manager Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org. \nPresented in partnership with the Mandela Washington Fellows Program.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-social-2024-mandela-washington-fellows/
LOCATION:University International Center\, 331 SE 17th Ave #100\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240624T193000
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SUMMARY:U.S. Policy in Africa with Assistant Secretary of State Molly Phee
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person. This event is AT CAPACITY and registration is now closed. \nWith nearly 1.5 billion people\, Africa has a young\, rapidly rising population\, coupled with an abundance of natural resources\, access to key minerals for the green economy and a growing importance in the geopolitical balance of power. Join Global Minnesota to hear from the Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of African Affairs\, Molly Phee\, as she discusses U.S. policy toward this vital region. \nAssistant Secretary Phee brings a wealth of experience to her understanding of this vast and diverse continent\, comprising over 50 countries and numerous cultures\, languages and geographies. She will outline the current approach to U.S.-Africa relations and share her experiences building bridges of understanding and economic prosperity with people across Africa. Minnesota’s significant and vibrant African diaspora add to the importance and relevance of understanding this crucial relationship. \n“As the only region forecasted to have a growing working-age population in the coming decades\, Africa and its people will become increasingly influential in an otherwise ageing global economy.” — The Economist \nAbout Assistant Secretary Phee: \nMolly Phee\, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service with the rank of Minister Counselor\, was sworn in as the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs on September 30\, 2021. She most recently served as the Deputy Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation. She was U.S. Ambassador to South Sudan from 2015-2017. She previously served as Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa\, Ethiopia\, and as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Special Envoy for Sudan and South Sudan. Additionally she was the Acting Assistant Secretary for International Organization Affairs\, as well as Deputy Security Council Coordinator at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations\, handling UN engagement in Africa and the Middle East for both portfolios. \nEarlier in her career\, Phee served on the National Security Council as Director for Iraq and as the Senior Civilian Representative of the Coalition Provisional Authority to Maysan Province\, Iraq. She began her career at the U.S. Embassy in Amman\, Jordan\, and worked at U.S. Embassies in Cairo\, Egypt and Kuwait City\, Kuwait. A native of Chicago\, she is a graduate of Indiana University and earned a Master’s degree from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. She has received the Distinguished Honor Award\, the Robert C. Frasure Memorial Award for conflict resolution and peacemaking\, the Baker-Wilkins Award for Outstanding Deputy Chief of Mission\, the Secretary of Defense Meritorious Civilian Service Award\, the Order of the British Empire Award\, and a Presidential Rank Award. She speaks Arabic. \nRegistration is required for all attendees. Due to limited capacity\, we will not be able to accommodate walk-in registrations. If you have questions about your registration status\, please contact our Events Manager Katie Kelley at kkelley@globalminnesota.org \nPublic registration opens June 14. Not yet a member? Check out the many benefits of membership and join today! \nIf you require an accessibility accommodation\, please email info@globalminnesota.org two weeks ahead of the event.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/u-s-policy-in-africa-with-assistant-secretary-phee/
LOCATION:Humphrey School of Public Affairs\, Cowles Auditorium\, 301 19th Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, 55455
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