Welcoming all international students to a
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The Hospitality Center Student Group
The Hospitality Center Student Group is a registered student-led organization at UMN which exists to welcome and connect international students to local communities. The student group plays a pivotal role in our annual arrival season and in our Celebration Meals throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to develop yourself, experience deeper community, and serve international students at UMN. |
Meet our Student Group Officers
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JJ
President 
Ph.D Candidate in Aerospace Engineering JJ is from the Philippines, loves biking and going on adventures, and loves international students as much as he loves eating their food and hearing their stories form back home. JJ loves the Hospitality Center because it's given him the opportunity to welcome new students, just as he was welcomed and supported when he came to MN. Firdavs
Vice President 
Master’s in Germanic Studies Firdavs is from Uzbekistan, loves watching documentaries, listening to music and browsing on X. He genuinely loves everything about politics—from debates and elections to international relations! I love HC because it offers a great opportunity to socialize with other in a variety of ways! |
Umberto
Treasurer Ph.D. Candidate in Mechanical Engineering Umberto is from Brazil, loves hiking, swimming, reading, and watching anime. He's a great listener and loves the Hospitality Center because it provides a means of connecting with people from all over the world through a fun and safe environment. Paulina
Event Promoter 
Ph.D. Candidate in Natural Resources Sciences and Management Paulina is from Colombia and loves traveling, spending time in nature, watching movies/series, and making crafts. She enjoys going to many different kinds of events! She loves the Hospitality Center because it builds authentic cross-cultural friendship grounded in genuine care. |