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Anne Mason — Fri, 14 May 2010 09:39:47 PDT

Atwood wins 2010 Twin Cities International Citizen Award

Julie Lund — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:02:39 PDT

The International Leadership Institute has selected Dean J. Brian Atwood to receive its 2010 International Citizen Award. The Twin Cities International Citizen Awards, founded in 1992, recognize individuals and corporations in our community whose work has contributed significantly to international understanding, cooperation, friendship, and development. The award will be presented at an April 20th gala. For more information about the event, visit http://www.internationalleadership.org/calendar.html.

Award deadlines and voting approach

Julie Lund — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:57:00 PDT

Many academic and leadership awards are presented at the spring banquet (April 16 this year) and commencement (May 16). Students, faculty members, graduate assistants, and staff members are eligible for these awards--some of which carry monetary prizes. Details about the awards and the nomination or selection process for each can be found at:

http://www.hhh.umn.edu/students/commencement/awards.html

Mark your calendars: Staff meeting March 10

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:37:00 PST

After a brief hiatus, the Humphrey Institute staff meeting will return at 9 a.m. on March 10 in Room 180 of the Humphrey Center. Any topics for conversation should be submitted to Anne Mason at amason@umn.edu.

Assaad appointed to Brookings Institution

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:30:53 PST

Professor Ragui Assaad has been appointed a non-resident fellow at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. He will be affiliated with the Middle East Youth Initiative, a program of the Wolfensohn Center for Development at Brookings. See him on the Brookings website: http://www.brookings.edu/experts/a/assaadr.aspx.

Garbage Dreams

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:19:44 PST

The Center for Science, Technology, and Public Policy and the Institute on the Environment will host a conversation about the critically acclaimed film Garbage Dreams from 4 to 5:30 on Thursday, March 11, in Room 180 at the Humphrey Center. The film documents Zabbaleen, an impoverished community of mostly Coptic Christian that used traditional methods of collection and hand-sorting to reuse over 80% of the garbage they collect.

Humphrey Institute Professor Ragui Assaad, Mai Iskander, producer, director and cinematographer for Garbage Dreams, Associate Professor Tim Smith, and Susan Hubbard, CEO and co-president of Eureka Recycling will talk about lessons to be learned from the Zabbaleen and the implications for global waste management and recycling efforts. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required: http://www.hhh.umn.edu/centers/stpp/zerowasteregistration.html

Policy, Law, Planning: A Professional Networking Event

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:08:09 PST

The Humphrey Institute's Alumni Mentor Program will host a professional networking event called, "Policy, Planning, and Law" from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10 in Freeman Commons at the Humphrey Center. The event will allow students seeking a joint degree in public policy and law to share experiences with fellow students and alumni. Please RSVP to pott0033@umn.edu by March 8.

Council on Foreign Relations Conference Call

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:03:52 PST

The latest conference call that the Humphrey Institute will host with representatives of the Council on Foreign Relations will feature Charles A. Kupchan, Senior Fellow of Europe Studies, discussing building lasting peace among nations. The call is from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 4 in Room 175 at the Humphrey Center.

Extreme Makeover: Auditorium Edition

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:03:29 PST

The Humphrey Institute's Conference Center will host an open house to showcase the newly-renovated Cowles Auditorium from 8:30-10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3. All are welcome to come and experience the extreme makeover, including state of the art audio visual capacities, all new interior amenities, and more. There will also be catering samples from University Dining Service, D'amico Catering, Kafe 421, Fabulous Catering, and Taste of Scandinavia. Drawings will be held on the half-hour for flowers from Artemesia Floral Studio, discounted conference center rentals, and other surprises. This open house is free and open to the public but you must RSVP at http://www.pingg.com/rsvp/tsqnw6ep4883k56q3.

U.S. State Department Discusses Foreign Policy with the Somali Community

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:02:40 PST

The Humphrey Institute will host United States Department of State official Don Yamamoto and Somali Transitional Federal Government official Dahir Gele on Tuesday, March 2, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Yamamoto and Gele will discuss U.S. foreign policy in Somalia, and will hear comments and answer questions from the audience. Humphrey Institute Professor Bob Kudrle will moderate. The event is free and open to the public.

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Structural Change in China, Malaysia, and Ghana

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:02:21 PST

The Freeman Center for International Economic Policy will host a workshop on global policy about structural change in China, Malaysia, and Ghana from 12:45 to 2 p.m. in the Stassen Room at the Humphrey Center. Thadee Badibanga and Terry Roe from the University of Minnesota's Department of Applied Economics will lead the discuss the rapid transformation of the Chinese economy as a result of increasing proximity of the country's production and export basket to the capital goods and consumer durables clusters and the increasing value of these products.

Book Group Discussion: Half the Sky

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:02:03 PST

The Center on Women and Public Policy will hold their monthly book club meeting on Monday, March 1, from 12:45 to 2 p.m. in the Wilkins Room (215 Humphrey Center). The group will discuss Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl Wudunn. Those interested should also consider attending the March 24 panel discussion and reception of the same work.

International Fellows: Policy Making and Economic Finance

Anne Mason — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:01:37 PST

The International Fellows Program will host a series of discussions focusing on their expertise and work in their home countries. This upcoming session will be held on Monday, March 1 from 12:45 to 2 p.m. in Room 15 at the Humphrey Institute. Olivier Donat Andriamahefaparany (Madagasgar) will address "Sustainable Development and Policy Making" and Beata Jajko (Poland) will talk about "Fiscal Policy in the EU: Public Policy Challenges."

Global Agriculture and Food Security presentation by FAO Director General D. Jacques Diouf

Anne Mason — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:44:51 PST

The University of Minnesota Foundation extends an invitation for you to join us in welcoming distinguished guest,

Dr. Jacques Diouf, Director General of the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO).

Date: February 25, 2010 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 pm Location: St. Paul Campus Student Center RSVP: Hallie Magrew (magre002@umn.edu)

Dr. Diouf will be giving a presentation on "Global Agriculture and Food Security: Situation and Perspectives". He will be joined by J. Brian Atwood, Dean of the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs who will present "A University Overview of Roles in Food Safety, Security, and Sustainability"

NOTE: We anticipate broad interest in these presentations so please RSVP as seating is limited.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Serving both developed and developing countries, FAO acts as a neutral forum where nations meet as equals to negotiate agreements and debate policy.

FAO is also a source of knowledge and information for developing countries and countries in transition in their efforts to modernize and improve agriculture, forestry and fisheries practices that ensure good nutrition for all.

The University of Minnesota is similarly committed to global food safety, security and sustainability. Dean Atwood's presentation will highlight UMN's food research, education and outreach occurring across disciplines, departments and colleges within the University.

Community Leadership in Changing, Challenging Times

Anne Mason — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:30:12 PST

The Carlson School of Management's 1st Tuesday Speaker Series will feature Marlene M. Ibsen, CEO and president of Travelers Foundation on Tuesday, March 2 from 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m.

The 1st Tuesday Speaker Series began in August 1992 to provide an opportunity for alumni and friends of the Carlson School to continue their management education. The 1st Tuesday Speaker Series features top-notch executives as keynote speakers addressing hot topics in business and leadership.

Held on the first Tuesday of every month at the McNamara Alumni Center, the program attracts alumni and business leaders from throughout the corporate community, and has become an attractive spot for people in the metropolitan area to network.

Parking is reserved for attendees at the Washington Avenue parking ramp.

Registration and networking begins at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11:50 a.m. The program concludes at 1:00 p.m.

To purchase a table for a First Tuesday event, please contact Emily Nelson at 612-626-9334 or enelson@umn.edu.