Be a part of the Global Gopher Experience series to start your UMN journey off in the best way possible!
During our series with Global Gopher Experiences, you will learn how to succeed academically at the University of Minnesota and how to prepare for a career after graduation. Most of all, we hope to welcome you to the University of Minnesota and the international community.
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Why should you join us? Students say Global Gopher Experiences was where they met their best friends and started their adventure at the U! This is a special opportunity for new international students to prepare for classes, make new friends, and discover all of the amazing services the University offers with advice from international student leaders.
How can you join us? Join our webinars and in-person events during the semester and even during summer/winter breaks! Keep an eye out for these events by reading the ISSS weekly newsletter, by checking our website, and by following our social media accounts: @isssumn on Instagram and Facebook.
NOTE: All Global Gopher Experiences are optional, and they are separate from (and do not replace) any of your orientation requirements including Welcome Week or Freshman/Transfer Orientation. All new international students are encouraged (but not required) to participate in Global Gopher Experiences.
Almost all GGE webinars this year will use the same registration link. However, July 2 Welcome to Your Home State: Minnesota has a separate registration link; please sign up here. The registration link for the Aug 26 Academic Success Day will be available soon!
Upcoming Events
Online via Zoom
ISSS is hosting a webinar to highlight your next steps for starting at the University with Orientation & Transition Experiences (OTE) & Office of Admissions and Academic Advisors will be there to answer your questions. Join us as we answer your questions as future Global Gopher! This information is also available asynchronously on your International Preparation Course: Module 4.
Online via Zoom
In this webinar, you'll learn about helpful academic resources and essential requirements if you have an AZ registration hold, and connect with student leaders to get tips on making friends and navigating campus life.
Online via Zoom
Join ISSS, Housing & Residential Life (HRL), Off-Campus Living (OCL), and Student Legal Services (SLS) for a webinar that will help you prepare for living off campus and provide important information for a successful transition.
Online via Zoom
Join ISSS in partnership with Global Minnesota and other Minnesota colleges for a webinar to learn more about Minnesota.
Online via Zoom
Learn how to navigate well-being and healthcare in the US, including immunization requirements and health insurance.
Online via Zoom
Prepare for your arrival in Minnesota
Online via Zoom
Join ISSS and Career Services for a session on navigating student employment, research, volunteering, and off-campus internships with Jane Sitter, International Undergraduate Career Consultant.
Online via Zoom
Are you curious about your college and eager to make the most of your experience? Join us for a session where you can meet your college advisors, Graduate Program Coordinators (GPCs), and coordinators from Professional Schools.
Online via Zoom
Join us for a time to connect with all the new sponsored students coming to campus and meet with current sponsored students
