Mark Bell

Mark Bell is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota. His research examines issues relating to nuclear weapons and proliferation, international relations theory, and US and British foreign policy. His work has been published or is...

Latin America: Prospects for Peace and Progress

From peace in Colombia to new approaches to U.S.-Cuba relations, the rapidly changing news out of Latin America brings both hope and uncertainty. For more than three decades, the Inter-American Dialogue has worked to foster democratic governance, prosperity, and social...

The Role of Women in the Global Agenda

Online registration is now closed. Please call 612.625.1662 to be placed on the event list. On Wednesday, March 8, the world will recognize International Women’s Day, an opportunity to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Yet,...

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Global Social with International Visitors

Online registration is closed. Please call us at 612.625.1662 to be added to the event. For members and their guests only.  In August, Global Minnesota welcomes a group of leading international visitors from more than 10 European countries who will visit Minnesota to:...

Global Social with International Visitors on Youth Activism

Online registration is closed. For members and their guests only.  Global Minnesota is proud to welcome a group of leading international visitors from countries across the globe who will visit Minnesota to: Examine ways to cultivate youth leadership and encourage them...

Adieu 2020, What a Year It Has Been

Last year, I had no idea the world would drastically change, and that a holiday party would connect me to Global Minnesota. Allow me to take you back to December 2019 pre-face mask, pre-toilet paper outage, and pre-Zoom calls galore.

Edina Great Decisions: High Seas Treaty

This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  Areas 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,...

2021 U.S. Foreign Policy Update

The planned inauguration of Joe Biden as U.S. president indicates a dramatic separation from the priorities, tone, and style of the Trump Administration, with possible implications for trade, national security, alliances, and multilateral cooperation on global issues such as climate...

Film Screening: This Kind of Hope

This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  In partnership with the Germanic-American Institute, join Global Minnesota for a free screening of the Swiss/German Documentary “This Kind of Hope” Released in 2023, the documentary tells the...

Explore German Heritage and More on a Viking River Journey

This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Calling 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?...

International Student Welcome Party at Mall of America

This event is being held in-person and is open to international and globally-minded college students.  Global Minnesota invites new and returning international students from all Minnesota colleges and universities to a fun International Student Welcome Party at the Mall of...

Strategic Alliances: Belarus & Europe

This free event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  Ambassador Andrei Sannikov might be most well-known for his vocal criticism of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, but the exiled politician is also an accomplished author, human rights advocate,...

Doing Business Across Africa

According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic development, Africa is the fastest growing regional market for exports from Minnesota companies. While a quickly growing market, many companies are just starting the journey to understand how to navigate Africa’s...