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Twin Cities Study Tour: Immigrant Communities of Minnesota

  • April 14, 2007
  • To register, contact Matt Lindstrom
  • There is no cost

Proposal

Our study tour will focus on immigration in Minnesota. The trip will allow students interested in public policy to see the political, economic, and cultural impact that the three largest immigrant populations have on the state of Minnesota (Hispanic, Hmong, and Somali). Goals include a tour of a farmers or flea market, non-profit or other organizations which serve or employ the communities, immigrant-owned small businesses, and interaction with relevant government institutions.

Tentative Schedule

  • 10 a.m. - Leave CSB/SJU
  • 11:30 a.m. - Arrive at Mercado Central
    1515 East Lake Street, Minneapolis
  • 1:45 p.m. - Lunch at Karmel Mall
    2910 Pillsbury Avenue, Minneapolis

    Rountable discussion will include community leaders, advocates, policymakers, and social service providers.
    Time for exploration.
  • 3:45 p.m. - Conclude discussion and depart for Saint Paul
  • 4:10 p.m. - Hmong Market
    Marion Street and Como Avenue, Saint Paul

Committee

  • Eve Vang
  • Lindsay Grove
  • Leah Boyer
  • Vanessa Williams
  • Carliene Quist
  • Peter Banick
  • Matt Steele