We want to welcome you to Minnesota and help you get your school year started!
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INTERNATIONAL WELCOME PICNIC

Saturday August 28TH, 12-2 PM @ Coffman Union Front Plaza 
If this is your first semester at the University of Minnesota, you can’t miss the annual International Welcome Picnic! Free cultural foods, fun games and activities, make new friends at this welcome event specifically for international students!

AIRPORT PICK UP

Are you new to Minnesota? Are you how researching to get around the Twin Cities as you arrive? Our friendly volunteers will connect with you while you’re still in your home country, and pick you up from the MSP airport as you arrive. We'll drive you to your temporary residence until dorms and apartments open up. To sign up, please fill out the form below. 

HOST HOMES

Are you looking for temporary housing after your arrival before moving into your dorm/apartment? The Hospitality Center screens and trains every volunteer and family that we work with. They are ready to welcome you into their homes and help you get settled in after arriving in MN. You may choose to stay with your host family anywhere between 3-14 days. Please apply early below. 

THE WAREHOUSE

The Hospitality Center offer a program called "The Warehouse." It is designed to provide you with common, everyday tools and supplies to enhance your experience as an international student who might be on a budget. All items will be brand new, not second-hand. Sign up below to tell us what you're looking for! 

NEED FURNITURE?

Are you looking for some furniture to furnish your apartment or dorm? The Hospitality Center has used furniture in good condition for you to choose from, AND we'll help you move it into your new place!
Instructions:
1. Click the "Furniture Application" button below to register.
2. Jon will email you to set a time for you to look at the furniture at HCC.
3. Choose your furniture at HCC; Jon will “tag” the furniture for you.
​4. Jon will deliver the furniture to your apartment

FREE GROCERY GIVEAWAY

Are you looking to save money on groceries? Not sure where to buy groceries? The Hospitality Center gives away free groceries every Friday at an apartment close to or on campus. Sign up now so you can receive free groceries!