2017 WorldQuest International Trivia Competition

It was another close game at our 17th annual WorldQuest international trivia competition. However, at the end of the night, only one champion emerged and this year’s winning team was The Institute for Global Studies, who scored 36 out of...

Rachel LimĂłn

Rachel LimĂłn currently works for the Minnesota Trade Office which promotes and assists in the expansion of exports and foreign direct investments that contribute to the growth of the Minnesota economy. Rachel specializes as a trade representative for the areas...

Ohmer Khan

Ohmer Khan is a civil Servant with more than seven years of experience in policy development, disaster risk management, development & governance reforms, donor relations and communications. Omer is passionate about strengthening Pakistan’s image internally & externally with a keen...

Urban Expedition: Switzerland

Travel the globe without ever leaving the state, with Urban Expedition! Designed for everyone to enjoy, Urban Expedition offers the opportunity to learn about the world right in St. Paul. With a focus on a different destination country, each program in...

Urban Expedition: Colombia

Travel the globe without ever leaving the state, with Urban Expedition! Designed for everyone to enjoy, Urban Expedition offers the opportunity to learn about the world right in St. Paul. With a focus on a different destination country, each program in...

Urban Expedition: Togo

Travel the globe without ever leaving the state, with Urban Expedition! Designed for everyone to enjoy, Urban Expedition offers the opportunity to learn about the world right in St. Paul. With a focus on a different destination country, each program in...

Urban Expedition: Myanmar

Travel the globe without ever leaving the state, with Urban Expedition! Designed for everyone to enjoy, Urban Expedition offers the opportunity to learn about the world right in St. Paul. With a focus on a different destination country, each program in...

Culture through Cuisine – Nepal

Registration is closed. Gorkha Palace has received rave reviews from patrons for an eclectic range of authentic Nepali, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. The restaurant is known for its use of high quality fresh ingredients sourced from local organic and sustainable farming. Spices are...

Jokho Farah

Dr. Jokho Farah has over 6 years of experience in healthcare management, policy and public health. She trained as a general surgeon but developed a passion for primary care and quality improvement. Dr. Farah is responsible for developing, implementing and...

Minnesota Responds to Climate Change: A Report from COP24

Online registration is closed. Walk-ins welcome.  In October, the United Nations (UN) released a report from the world’s leading climate scientists indicating that negative climate impacts are less than a decade away.  In November, Minnesotans elected many candidates to public...

Milpha Blamo

Ms. Milpha Thomas Blamo joined The Link in 2017 with more than a decade of experience in Nonprofit Management. Milpha utilizes her experience in nonprofit management and specifically, HR to plan, direct and manage all human resources initiatives; recruitment, compensation,...

Global Minnesota connects cultures with Neveln students

In September, Classroom Connection and World Cultures Day returned to Austin, Minnesota for a day of cultural exchange and learning. Global Minnesota international volunteers from Ethiopia, Ghana, Japan, Pakistan, and Tunisia spent the afternoon with students from Neveln Elementary School...

Mark Ritchie Reflects On His Time At Global Minnesota

Serving Global Minnesota has been the honor of my life. Though I officially retired on October 10, rest assured that I will continue to remain an activist for our wonderful organization. Looking back on my time with Global Minnesota, two...

Jordan: A Partner for Peace, Stability, and Prosperity

This event is SOLD OUT. Jordan, a pivotal U.S. ally in the Middle East with strong ties to Minnesota, has played a leading role in addressing the many challenges facing the region, both political and economic. A strong advocate for...

Benefits of the J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program

Join the conversation on the benefits of the Exchange Visitor Program, sponsored by Global Minnesota and the U.S. Department of State's Office of Private Sector Exchange. Hosted by Fredrikson & Byron, this opportunity will explore how your organization can engage...

Global Social with International Women Leaders

This program is SOLD OUT. For members and their guests only.  This December, Global Minnesota welcomes a group of women leaders promoting peace and security. While in Minnesota, these extraordinary women will examine the current and historical roles of women in...