outreach

The Global Programs and Strategy Alliance recognized Dr. Andres Perez, whose research and commitment to training and capacity building has led to substantial improvements in animal and human health throughout Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Stephanie Doscher, assistant vice provost for curriculum internationalization, was selected for her outstanding contributions and commitment to advancing global education and virtual exchange.

Board members and administrators from three hospitals in the Netherlands recently participated in an Innovation Tour to the United States, visiting the Visible Heart Lab and talking with Medical School leaders.

Leaders in child welfare and disability from the University of Minnesota worked with stakeholders in Namibia to kick off an effort to create The Child Research Initiative and Training Center at the University of Namibia.

Pelvic floor disorders are estimated to affect up to 40 percent of women in Ethiopia. The urogynecology fellowship aims to help by ensuring local healthcare practitioners have what they need to adequately treat such conditions.

The College of Education and Human Development is collaborating with Malaysian experts to support refugee trauma survivors.

Michael Zavada will aid and facilitate the development or improvement of an effective and practical environmental science program at Universidad Nacional del Altiplano de Puno.

Master of marketing student Hao Taing established Local4Local, a nonprofit organization in Cambodia that connects food vendors with cyclo drivers to deliver food to those in need.

A College of Veterinary Medicine group joined an international volunteer effort in Mazunte, Mexico, that seeks to save sea turtles by keeping community dog populations in check.

The University of Minnesota Twin Cities is now a member of United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI).