Community

Creating and sustaining healthy relationships, environments and societal welfare.

Calendars

On campus. U of MN Medical Student Website (login required)

From the Medical Student Web site.

Interfaith Calendar
Dates of sacred days for world religions.


Social Skills

Empathy, Listening Skills and Relationships (pdf)
Explanations and examples of empathic listening and responding.

On campus. UMTC - Toastmasters Club

Provides opportunities for improving speaking/communication and leadership skills. Local chapter sponsored by the Carlson School of Management. Open to everyone.

Overcome the Fear of Speaking to Groups
Tips on understanding and overcoming fear/anxiety of speaking before a group or audience.

Active Listening and Empathy
Guide and self-assessment on active listening and responding.

Shyness
Causes, effects, and ways to help overcome painful shyness.

Improving Assertiveness
Tips on improving how you relate to others to "communicate better, command respect, and be listened to within respectful, negotiating relationships".


Cultural Groups

On campus. UMTC Ethnic and Cultural Student Organizations

Interfaith Calendar
Dates of sacred days for world religions

Minority Health
NIH resource on African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, Native American health.


Arts & Culture

On campus. UMTC Arts and Culture

U of MN campus art galleries, museums, theater productions, dance programs, concerts, lectures, and films.

On campus. U of M Health Sciences Orchestra

Upcoming concerts and how to join the orchestra.

Minneapolis Art & Museums

Minneapolis Landmarks & Tours

Minneapolis Music & Theater

St. Paul Historic Sites & Museums

St. Paul Music & Nightlife

St. Paul Theater & Performances


Environment

On campus. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

U of MN arboretum, located in Chaska. Information on tours, programs and special events.

On campus. UMTC Raptor Center

U of MN facility located on the St. Paul campus. Specializes in the medical care, rehabilitation, and conservation of eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons.

Audubon Society
National organization that works to protect birds, other wildlife, and their habitats. Interesting articles, facts, photos, videos.

Minnesota State Parks
Listing of all MN state parks – maps, programs, services, etc.

Minnesota State Trails
Listing and maps for all MN State trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, in-line skating, snowmobiling, skiing.

E/The Environmental Magazine
On-line articles and directory of environmental products and services.


Family

On campus. Child Care

On-campus and off-campus childcare services, and nursing mothers facilities in the AHC.

Family Education Network
Online educational content and resources for parents, teachers and kids.


Service Opportunities

On campus. U of MN Community Partners

Agencies that are community partners with the University of Minnesota and have volunteer/service learning opportunities.

Hands On - Twin Cities
Database of volunteer opportunities throughout the Twin Cities and nearby areas.