Our New Afghan Neighbors: How Can We Help?

Authored By Mark Ritchie President, Global Minnesota Angela Schulz Global Minnesota Board of Directors, VP Finance Operations at Target Corporation, and dual citizen of Germany and the U.S. The emergency evacuation in August and September of thousands of Afghans who...

Mo Schriner

Dr. Schriner currently works as a Media Specialist for the U.S. Census Bureau, and has experience in many different fields such as public relations, project management, higher education, and journalism. Before working for the Census Bureau, Dr. Schriner worked in...

Podcast Episode: 2024 Foreign Policy Update Q&A with Tom Hanson

On January 31, Global Minnesota hosted our popular annual event, the U.S. Foreign Policy Update. In this event, Diplomat in Residence and retired career Foreign Service Officer Tom Hanson discussed the latest foreign policy developments, trends, and challenges facing the...

International Student Day at Mall of America

This event is being held in-person and is open to international students.Ā  Welcome to Minnesota! Join Global Minnesota and Study Minnesota for a scavenger hunt at the Mall of America. Take the opportunity to connect with other international students from...

Special Luncheon with the President of Finland

Join Global Minnesota and the Economic Club of Minnesota for a special eventĀ featuring His Excellency Sauli Niinistƶ, president of the Republic of Finland, inĀ celebration of Finland's 100 anniversary. Since it became an independent state on December 6, 1917,Ā Finland hasĀ succeeded in...

Global Social with International Fellows

Online registration is closed. For members and their guests only.Ā  This August, we're proud to welcome 2019 international fellows with the World Press Institute and the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program to Minnesota with a special reception, hosted by Global...

Global Conversations DIGITAL: China’s Road Into Latin America

This event will be offered as a Zoom video webinar with the speaker. Register below and join this important conversation. Program access information will be sent closer to the event date. As the Trump administration continues to withdraw from the...

Global Conversations: China’s Road Into Latin America

Hear Margaret Myers, Director of the Asia & Latin America Program at the Inter-American Dialogue, discuss the regional and global impact of Chinaā€™s relationship with Latin America. About Margaret Myers Margaret Myers is the Director of the Asia & Latin...

Global Social with International Journalists and Humphrey Fellows

This event is being held in-person and is open to Global Minnesota members and their guests. Later this month, weā€™re proud to welcome international journalists from the Edward R. Murrow Program and fellows from the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program...

WorldQuest International Trivia Competition

Registration for this event is closed. Be part ofĀ our annual battle of international wits, WorldQuest international trivia competition. One of the most anticipated events of the year, WorldQuest challenges teams of eight to correctly answer multiple-choice questions on a variety...

Attend & Support the 2023 Gala

Be a vital part of our efforts to make Minnesota a global place to live, work, and learn by supporting and attending A Global Celebration 2023 Gala. All contributions help fund ongoing educational and cultural programs throughout the state. Sponsorships...

Gala Corporate Sponsorships

Come Sail Away 2024 GalaĀ is an annual fundraising gala to support Global Minnesotaā€™s mission and ongoing educational and cultural programming. This event celebrates the worldā€™s countries and cultures with fine international cuisine and entertainment, as well as theĀ Tour the WorldĀ live...

Fund-A-Need

Help Minnesota studentsĀ connectĀ across cultures, make informed decisions, and engage with the world. This year's Fund-A-Need supports Global Minnesota's K-12 Education programs, with a special focus on Academic WorldQuest.Ā In the coming decades, students across the state will step in to bear...

Global Trade Networking

Registration for this event is closed.Ā If you would like to attend, please contact JB Scherpelz. Since January 1, 1994, the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has significantly affected its three signatories: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. While the...

International Trade Networking Reception

This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Looking for aĀ  chance to gain exclusive insight into Biden Administration priorities for international trade and to network with leading business executives? This networking event at Lake Monster Brewing...

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.Ā  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...

Global Conversations: Global Health – Progress and Challenges

Hear Paurvi Bhatt, Vice President of Medtronic Philanthropy and President of Medtronic Foundation, discuss the worldā€™s historic health gains and emerging challenges. About the Paurvi Bhatt As Vice President of Medtronic Philanthropy and President of Medtronic Foundation, PaurviĀ Bhatt leads the...