During Global Gopher Experiences, we want you to meet other international students, connect with campus resources, and learn how to succeed academically and personally at UMN.
Below are recordings from past sessions of Global Gopher Experiences.
Fall 2024 Sessions
How to Apply for Visas
There are two main categories of visas given to international students: F-1 and J-1. Most international students in the U.S. hold an F-1 visa. These sessions discuss how to apply for your visa.
Preparing for Your Orientation and Registration
For freshmen and transfer students
ISSS and Orientation & Transition Experiences highlight your next steps for starting at the University.
Watch Preparing for Your Orientation and Registration on YouTube
Preparing for Your First Advising Session
For freshmen and transfer students
ISSS and academic advisors share tips for talking to your academic advisor and navigating American culture during advising. Learn how to ask your advisor questions and clarify if you don't understand.
Watch Preparing for Your First Advising Session on YouTube
Preparing for Off-Campus Living
For all international students
ISSS, Housing & Residential Life, Office of Student Affairs, and University Student Legal Service discuss how to navigate off-campus housing such as signing legal documents like a lease, or navigating the UMN Off Campus Housing website.
Watch Preparing for Off-Campus Living on YouTube
Welcome to Your New Home State of Minnesota
For all international students
ISSS and Global Minnesota share about Minnesota and answer frequently asked questions about living here.
Watch Welcome to Minnesota on YouTube
How to Take Care of Your Health and Navigate the U.S. Healthcare System
For all international students
ISSS, Housing & Residential Life, Office of Student Health Benefits and Boynton Health discuss how to navigate well-being and health in the US, including immunizations.
Watch the healthcare webinar on YouTube
Level Up for Career Success
For all international students
ISSS and Career Services share how to navigate student employment, research, volunteering, and off-campus internships.
Watch Level Up for Career Success on YouTube
Meet Your College Fellows
College staff, current international students, and new international students in your college meet and share what they know!
