As the central international office for the University of Minnesota system, the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance drives the University’s global strategy and connects faculty, staff, and students with the resources and expertise needed for personal and professional success.

Led by the Vice Provost's Office, the GPS Alliance includes a variety of units that facilitate the University's global learning, teaching, research, and engagement.

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Dr. Carola Weil named Vice Provost for International Affairs

Dr. Carola Weil will serve as the University of Minnesota’s next vice provost for international affairs and senior international officer, effective August 24, 2026. Dr. Weil will lead the Global Programs and Strategy Alliance—the University’s central international office—and continue to advance the University as a global leader in international teaching, research, and outreach.

Immigration Resources and Support

University personnel and resources are in place to support students, faculty, and staff who may be affected by federal immigration policy changes. The GPS Alliance is providing information and resources—including guidance on international travel—to help navigate these changes.

Register Your International Travel

Are you planning to travel to another country for academic or University-related purposes? All faculty, staff, and students (including graduate assistants, residents, and fellows) are required to register their travel before they depart. The International Travel Registry is part of the University's efforts to ensure that all travelers are prepared and educated about safe and healthy travel abroad.

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Four Twin Cities campus faculty have been awarded 2026-27 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards to teach or conduct research in partnership with institutions abroad.

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Ava Matza, a political science major who studied abroad on the Learning Abroad Center’s Summer in Sicily program in summer 2025, has published a research paper.

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