Great Opportunities at the University of Minnesota
At the University of Minnesota, we know that a college education goes beyond what you learn in the classroom. The U of M experience is all about learning new things, making life-long friends, and preparing for a successful future. That's why we provide our students with outstanding resources and unlimited opportunities for hands-on experience, involvement, and personal growth. Student organizations, internships, undergraduate research, and study abroad are just of the few of the great opportunities you'll discover as a student at one of nation's top public research universities.
Student Life
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Make your University of Minnesota experience unforgettable! With over 600 academic, activity, and cultural student organizations, you can instantly find a close-knit community of students who share your interests.
- University housing is the perfect place to meet new people and develop lasting relationships. By choosing on-campus housing, you'll join a community of 6,300 students and staff that live, sleep, eat, study, relax, and work inside the walls of our residence halls and apartment complexes.
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Live in a residence hall with other students who share your interests in our Living Learning Communities, such as CASA Sol, Honors Residential Community, STEM Diversity House, West Bank Arts House, and many more.
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Want to meet new people and make a difference in our community? Our 25 fraternities and 14 sororities provide service and leadership opportunities, social activities, and more. Last year, the Greek community at the U of M gave 50,000 hours in community service and raised over $215,000 for philanthropic organizations. The University of Minnesota offers involvement with Intrafraternity Council and Panhellenic Council organizations, multicultural fraternities and sororities, and academic and professional fraternities and sororities.
- On-campus activities like Homecoming, Spring Jam, and Gophers After Dark provide great opportunities for you to kick back and relax with other U of M students and enjoy free food, entertainment, and more.
Build Your Career
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Preparing for a successful career is easy when you have the U of M's incredible resources at your fingertips. Hands-on courses, mentor programs, volunteer opportunities, career counseling, internships, and research opportunities are part of the U of M experience.
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Enhance your learning experience by volunteering in the community a few hours each week. You can combine your volunteer work with your classroom projects through Service Learning.
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Participate in one of our mentorship programs for undergraduates. You'll get an inside look at the professional world with a seasoned professional in the career of your choice.
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Work alongside award-winning faculty in our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program. As a student at one of the nation's top research universities, you can conduct your own original research--and get paid for it!
- Whether you're selecting your major or preparing for a job interview, specialized career counselors will help you find the field that's right for you, gain professional experience during school, and secure a job after graduation.
- GoldPASS, an exclusive online U of M career tool, makes it easy to find opportunities for hands-on experience. Post your resume and begin searching job, internship and volunteer listings.
Go Gophers!
Connect with Other Cultures
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Study, work, or volunteer in another country! The U of M has one of the nation's largest study abroad programs with almost 300 opportunities in over 60 countries.
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Connect with your classmates from around the world! At the University of Minnesota, you'll experience a close-knit multicultural campus community where you can build lifelong friendships, connect with faculty and staff that are dedicated to your success, and most importantly, have fun! Our campus is full of students and staff with different backgrounds, interests, and experiences. Explore diversity on campus.
Get Supported
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Our award-winning Orientation & First-Year Programs, including Freshman Orientation, Welcome Week, and Convocation, will make your transition to college smooth and fun!
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At the Center for Writing, consultants will help you get started on a paper, provide constructive feedback on your writing, and teach you how to revise, edit, and proofread.
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We are dedicated to ensuring that all U of M students in our community are empowered, supported, and successful. Visit the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE), Disability Services, and the Office for University Women to check out great opportunities!
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Good health is essential to personal and academic success. Boynton Health Service offers top-of-the-line medical care for students.
Express Yourself
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University housing is the perfect place to meet new people and develop lasting relationships. By choosing on-campus housing, you'll join a community of 6,300 students and staff that live, sleep, eat, study, relax, and work inside the walls of our residence halls and apartment complexes.
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On-campus activities like Homecoming, Spring Jam, and Gophers After Dark provide great opportunities for you to kick back and relax with other U of M students and enjoy free food, entertainment, and more.
Get Expressive
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Love art, theatre, or music? The West Bank Arts Quarter brings students, artists, teachers, and scholars together in an environment of creativity and collaboration. The Arts Quarter makes the U of M the nation's only university with all of the visual and performing arts disciplines in the same campus quarter.
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If you're a budding media professional, the U of M provides opportunities to get hands-on experience right on campus--check out The Minnesota Daily (the nation's largest student-run newspaper), The Wake, and Radio K.
Get Active
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Work up a sweat at the University Recreation Center! Whether you're into swimming laps, kickboxing, or rock climbing, our state-of-the-art facilities make staying fit enjoyable.
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Intramural sports teams are a great way to get involved on campus, spend time with friends, and stay in shape. You can try a new sport or play one that you already know. Choose from 12 sports and 2,000 teams, some of which hold their games at TCF Bank Stadium. Also, University Athletic Leagues provide more intensive play for those seeking a higher level of competition.
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