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SUMMARY:Show Your Appreciation for International Students
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the in-person component of this activity is now closed. You may still send messages of support to messages@globalminnesota.org. \nWelcoming international students has been a central part of our mission since Global Minnesota was founded 75 years ago. We invite Global Minnesota members to share messages of support with international students studying here in Minnesota. \nGlobal Minnesota members are welcome to stop by our office to write messages or cards. Pre-registration is required for the following timeslots: \n\nTuesday\, February 3 (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm)\nWednesday\, February 4 (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)\nThursday\, February 5 (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)\n\nMessages of support can also be mailed to the Global Minnesota office at 1901 University Ave SE\, Minneapolis MN 55414 or can be sent via email to messages@globalminnesota.org with the subject line “Support International Students.” \nThank you for helping make Minnesota feel like home for international students.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/show-your-appreciation-for-international-students/
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SUMMARY:Get To Know Global Minnesota -- Virtual
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. New members and potential members are encouraged to attend.  \nFor 75 years\, Global Minnesota has forged connections between Minnesota and the world through education in Minnesota schools\, global professional exchanges\, world-class events\, grassroots discussion groups\, international student initiatives\, and corporate roundtables. \nDiscover how the organization connected over 23\,000 participants this past year by joining this virtual open house! You’ll learn about  program opportunities\, explore ways to participate\, and discover what membership is all about. \nAlready a member? Tune in to this webinar to refresh your knowledge of Global Minnesota. \nRegister Here \nA reminder email with the Zoom webinar link to this event will be shared two days and again three hours before the event.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/get-to-know-global-minnesota-virtual-2/
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SUMMARY:Edina Great Decisions: Trump Tariffs & the Future of the World Economy
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nTrump’s trade and tariff policies have shaken global economic norms. What’s the rationale behind this shift in economic policy\, and what are the implications for multilateral trade and geopolitics? \nThis program is presented by Edina Community Ed through a partnership with the Edina Senior Center\, the Edina Library\, the Edina Community Center\, and Global Minnesota. \nThe Great Decisions program addresses some of the most timely foreign policy issues facing the United States each year. Global Minnesota facilitates discussion groups across the state\, providing access to a roster of local foreign policy experts and offering Great Decisions books produced by the Foreign Policy Association. \nTodd Lefko\, presenter \nTodd is Chairperson of East-West Connections\, an international non-profit focused on citizen diplomacy\, and has taught over 4\,400 students at the University of Minnesota and other Minnesota colleges. He has lectured at universities in Russia\, Germany\, China\, Belarus\, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. He holds a BA in History\, an MA in Public Administration and the coursework for a Ph. D in Urban History from the University of Minnesota. \nRegister \nInterested in joining or starting a Great Decisions discussion group? Listen to our past podcast episode to learn how!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/edina-great-decisions-trump-tariffs-the-future-of-the-world-economy/
LOCATION:Edina Community Center\, 5701 Normandale Rd\, Edina\, MN\, 55424\, United States
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SUMMARY:Great Decisions: American Engagement in Africa
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. \nNearly half of the world’s population will reside in Africa by the end of the century. In addition\, the continent’s wide variety of natural resources has placed Africa at the center of intense competition between the U.S. and China. What could the U.S. strategy toward this critical region look like? \nThis program is presented by the Woman’s Club of Minneapolis through a partnership with 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.  \nHenry Berman\, presenter \nHenry Berman is retired after 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 significant 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 varied topics such 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. \nIf you would like to register\, please RSVP to frontdesk@womansclub.org. \nInterested in joining or starting a Great Decisions discussion group? Listen to our past podcast episode and contact Julie Rossate at jrossate@globalminnesota.org to learn how!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/great-decisions-american-engagement-in-africa/
LOCATION:The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis\, 410 Oak Grove St\, Minneapolis\, 55403
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SUMMARY:Culture Through Cuisine: Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now closed.  \nJoin Global Minnesota to explore the delicious culinary tradition of the Mekong Delta and indulge in a tour of Vietnamese flavors at Culture through Cuisine! A staple of the Minneapolis restaurant scene for over 30 years\, Quang offers a delightful blend of southeast Asian cuisine and Chinese influence. \nDuring the meal\, the restaurant owners will share the history of this family-run establishment. \nRegistration includes a selection of appetizers\, main course\, soft drink\, and taxes and tip. Alcoholic beverages will be available separately for purchase. \nNew Member Special! Register below with the $100 New Member option to become a Global Minnesota member and receive ONE FREE TICKET for this event. Learn more about membership benefits here. \nGlobal Minnesota members receive discounted admission. Members are welcome to bring a guest at the member rate.  \nNot yet a member? Check out the many benefits of membership and join today! \nMenu \n\nAppetizer platter: spring rolls\, veggie dumplings\, cream cheese wontons\, and egg rolls\nPho: beef\, chicken\, or tofu\nBeverage: Coke products or traditional soya drink\n\nPlease contact Addy Cross at across@globalminnesota.org for questions\, accessibility accommodations\, or dietary restrictions.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/culture-through-cuisine-vietnam/
LOCATION:Quang Restaurant\, 2719 Nicollet Ave\, Minneapolis\, 55408\, United States
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SUMMARY:Urban Expedition: Trinidad and Tobago
DESCRIPTION:This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. \nExplore cultures of the world with the 2026 season of Landmark Center’s popular Urban Expedition! This year’s series continues by celebrating the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. Experience the vibrancy of authentic music\, food\, dance\, and crafts in this immersive\, family-friendly event while learning more about the world from right here in St. Paul. \nUrban Expeditions are free and open to the public. \n\nLEARN MORE\n\n\n\nUrban Expedition is produced by Landmark Center with sponsorship from Global Minnesota and Ecolab\, Hubbard Broadcasting Foundation\, Ramsey County\, RBC Wealth Management\, Travelers\, and Xcel Energy Foundation.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/urban-expedition-trinidad-and-tobago/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Investment Climate in the United States
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. \nMajor shifts in trade and tariff policy have led many countries to re-evaluate their strategies toward investment in U.S. markets. \nJoin Global Minnesota\, Dorsey & Whitney\, and KPMG for an expert discussion featuring senior executives and thought leaders at the next International Business Roundtable. The conversation will feature a keynote presentation from Andrea Raffo of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis\, with panelists from Dorsey & Whitney\, KPMG\, and Northborne Partners. \nVirtual and in-person options are available for this engaging discussion on global markets\, economic trends\, and issues shaping international business today. \n\nINTRODUCTORY REMARKS \nPhil Hansen\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \nKEYNOTE PRESENTATION \nAndrea Raffo\nSenior Vice President and Director of Research\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis \nPANEL DISCUSSION \nFrancis Murphy – Moderator\nManaging Director\, Deal Advisory\, KPMG LLP \nDaniel Rosen\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nLarry Ward\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nCam Wood\nDirector\, Northborne Partners \nRegister \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KPMG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-investment-climate-in-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, 50 South Sixth St.\, Suite 1500\, Minneapolis\, 55402
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SUMMARY:Arctic Diplomacy: Developments & Divides
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone.  \nThe Arctic is a critical crossroads for a number of geopolitical priorities today\, including international security\, climate change\, and economic competition. Together with the recent changes to the U.S. position on Greenland in the Kingdom of Denmark\, the Arctic is and will remain an important topic in international affairs in 2026. \nJoin Global Minnesota for a noon webinar and discussion on February 25 with Jim DeHart\, a former career member of the Senior Foreign Service and U.S. Coordinator for the Arctic Region. \nRegister \nSpeaker: Jim DeHart\nJim DeHart is an experienced diplomat\, writer\, and speaker with more than 33 years of experience at the U.S. Department of State. He retired in 2025 with the senior rank of Minister Counselor. Jim served as U.S. Consul General in Vancouver\, Canada from 2023-2025. He served as Coordinator for SIV Diplomacy from 2022-2023 and as U.S. Coordinator for the Arctic Region from 2020-2022. He brings significant experience in regional security\, civilian-military cooperation\, and international negotiations. A hallmark of his career has been close collaboration with U.S. allies and partners to advance shared interests and values. \nIn 2021\, Jim helped lead the evacuation of American citizens and Afghan Allies from Kabul and led the Afghanistan Task Force in Washington. From 2019-2020\, Jim negotiated status of forces\, defense cooperation\, and burden-sharing agreements worldwide. He served twice in Afghanistan – as Assistant Chief of Mission at U.S. Embassy Kabul (2018-2019) and in Panjshir Province as Director of the only civilian-led U.S. Provincial Reconstruction Team (2009-2010). From 2015–2018\, Jim served as Deputy Chief of Mission in Oslo\, Norway\, with extended periods as Chargé d’Affaires. Previously\, he was Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) where he oversaw assistance to Afghanistan and Pakistan and global programs targeting corruption\, money laundering\, and organized crime. From 2010-2013\, Jim was Director of the Office of Afghanistan Affairs. \nJim was a Rusk Fellow at Georgetown University where he taught a graduate-level course on NATO enlargement and wrote for publication. He served as Director for Central Asia on the National Security Council Staff at the White House and as Deputy Director for Caucasus and Central Asian Affairs at the State Department. He worked for two Under Secretaries of State as Special Assistant for Europe and Eurasia and served overseas at NATO Headquarters in Brussels\, Belgium; in Melbourne\, Australia; and in Istanbul\, Turkey. He also served as desk officer for Greece and in the State Department Operations Center. \nJim was raised in a Foreign Service family in Australia\, Hong Kong\, the Dominican Republic\, Mexico\, Washington\, DC\, and Central Oregon. He holds a B.A. from Gonzaga University in Spokane\, Washington\, and an M.A. in International Affairs from The Elliott School at George Washington University. \nPlease contact Addy Cross at across@globalminnesota.org for questions or accessibility accommodations.
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