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THIS or THAT
Whether you're aiming for THIS (crack the academic code like a pro
scholar) or THAT (network your way to a friend group bigger than
your textbook collection), the University of Minnesota Twin Cities
has got you covered.
Undergraduate Research
Opportunities Program
Take your curiosity beyond the classroom with the Undergraduate Research
Opportunities Program and gain handson research experience with the help
of a faculty mentor. Explore ideas like
“De昀椀ning Gender Neutral Fashion” or
“Light Activated Cancer Drugs”—there’s
a 昀椀t for every major!
Community Engaged
Learning
or
Internships
Study Abroad
Studying abroad is your passport to
adventure, o昀昀ering an exciting way to
immerse yourself in a di昀昀erent country
while pursuing your academic and
professional goals. With more than 180
programs across 50+ countries—from
Italy to Japan—gain global perspectives
and hone valuable skills that stand out in
the job market.
or
or
Community-based student organizations are vital for fostering an inclusive
campus, celebrating the rich diversity
of the student body, and providing a
welcoming space for students to share
their cultural heritage. Check out orgs
like Asian American Student Union and
Black Student Union.
Living Learning Community
Greek Life
Through Greek life, you can make
friends, connect with mentors, and 昀椀nd
your home on campus. Join more than
3,300 students dedicated to leadership, scholarship, and service across 35
fraternities and 20 sororities.
Internships give you hands-on experience and connect you with industry
professionals. You will apply your
academic knowledge while setting a
foundation for a successful career. The
U of M hosts dynamic internship and
career fairs so you can connect with top
employers.
Community-based
student organization
Academic student
organization
Explore more than 900 student
organizations at the U of M, including
academic gems where you gain
practical experience, attend workshops,
and connect with like-minded peers.
From the Advertising Club to the
Pre-Veterinary Club, dive into networking
events and local company tours.
Get involved in the Twin Cities through
a community-engaged learning class
like “Experiencing Health Care and
Public Health,” where you’ll be hands-on
in hospitals or clinics. Interacting with
patients and professionals will deepen
your understanding and grow your
sense of civic responsibility.
or
Pick a Living Learning Community—we
have more than 30!—to connect with
students who share similar interests,
academic goals, and personal direction.
You’ll live with your peers in a residence
hall and form meaningful friendships.
P.S. You don’t actually have to choose! You really can have it all and pick a Golden Gopher
path that’s right for you—specializing in one area or dabbling in a little bit of everything. Your U
of M experience will also be ful昀椀lling if focusing solely on your classes 昀椀ts your life best.
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