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Minnesota Rising

@MinnesotaRising

Blogging and tweeting about the rising Millennial generation in Minnesota. We are the ones we have been waiting for. Alter ego @dkix.

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You're Invited: Minnesota Rising Professionals [note: supported by but not directly affiliated with @MinnesotaRising] 2026 Annual Conference on Saturday, September 26. Register online today! minnesotarising.org/2026/09/…
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If you are interested in the #PolicyFellows program, but maybe needed a bit more time to complete the application, you’re in luck! We’re extending the application deadline until Mon. June 10. Learn more and apply at z.umn.edu/PFApp2024
Policy Fellows Application

Policy Fellows Application

Interested in applying for the Policy Fellows program? Learn more about the application requirements and process.

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Citizens League@CitizensLeague3 Jun 2024
Read the Latest from the League: #CapitolPathways, Interconnected, and other policy events & opportunities from @ruralpolicymn, @MplsChamber, @HHHSchool and @BridgeEntLabs: mailchi.mp/citizensleague.or… #mnleg
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Let’s go, @timberwolves! 🏀 ⁣ Charles Barkley, we hear you’re looking for some good Minnesota eats – what's better than enjoying 40+ food vendors at Kickoff to Summer at the Fair this week, May 23-26!⁣ ⁣ After all, @theantedwards_ said it best!⁣ #WolvesBack
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Explore Minnesota@exploreminn20 May 2024
Minnesota is ready for you, basketball fans! 🏀 Let's go, @Timberwolves! 🐺
A beautiful shot of the Stone Arch Bridge illuminated at night with the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline

ALT A beautiful shot of the Stone Arch Bridge illuminated at night with the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline

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High Tech Kids@HighTechKidsMN20 May 2024
We had a great time at the Northside STEM Alliance STEM Fest Event on Saturday at @Target Corporate Campus. Goldy had a blast driving some FTC robots along with Potential Energy, Code Blooded and MetalMorphosis. #mnfll #mnftc
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Do you remember when you joined Twitter? We’ve been at it for a decade and a half and counting! #MyXAnniversary #MNrising
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CEAP@CEAP_MN30 Jul 2023
This week's Farm Fresh theme is BeStrong, with a focus on healthcare resources! Join CEAP and community partners at CEAP (7051 Brooklyn Blvd) this Wednesday, August 2 from 3pm-5pm for fresh produce, community connections, & fun treats! No advance registration required.
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Have you ever hiked to Magnetic Rock? We're heading out there next Monday. Join us??! Check out our event page, then contact Ozzie to sign up. And be sure to bring your compass, to see what happens as you approach! friends-bwca.org/event/hike-…
Hike the Magnetic Rock Trail

Hike the Magnetic Rock Trail

Join friends new and old on a hike to Magnetic Rock off the Gunflint Trail, August 7 2023. A straightforward 4 mile round trip, out-and-back trail.

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[#mnrising Dispatch] July 2023 featuring news and resources from @MyFilmNorth @PropelNP @cowtippingpress @humanities @WomensFndnMN @nexuscp @smbmsp and more! minnesotarising.org/2023/07/…
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Governor Tim Walz
@GovTimWalz1 Jul 2023
Starting today, Minnesota will offer students free breakfast and lunch at school.   Here in Minnesota, we will not allow our kids to go hungry.
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Seats are still available for “Starting with the Indigenous: An Emphasis on Place,” on July 10 featuring Dr. @kate_beane & @Biimaadiziwin #CriticalConversations are part of the Wakpa Triennial, presented by #publicartsaintpaul. Register at bit.ly/42PXQ9z
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Applications for the Twin Cities Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute are now open! Join the fellowship program for its 11th cohort and be the change agent and equity champion you want to see in the world.
Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. BCLI applications are open! Apply by Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact CLee@NexusCP.org. Nexus Community Partners logo in the corner, yellow to deep purple gradient background.

ALT Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. BCLI applications are open! Apply by Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Nexus Community Partners logo in the corner, yellow to deep purple gradient background.

Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. Online info sessions, Central Daylight Time. Thursday, July 6, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Thursday, July 20, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Wednesday, July 26, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Applications due Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact CLee@NexusCP.org. Nexus Community Partners logo and a small portrait of Program Director Chai Lee, a Hmong man with dark brown-black hair wearing a green polo and smiling, against a yellow to deep purple gradient background.

ALT Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. Online info sessions, Central Daylight Time. Thursday, July 6, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Monday, July 10, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Thursday, July 20, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Wednesday, July 26, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm. Applications due Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Nexus Community Partners logo and a small portrait of Program Director Chai Lee, a Hmong man with dark brown-black hair wearing a green polo and smiling, against a yellow to deep purple gradient background.

Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. BCLI is a seven-month fellowship that supports, trains, and helps place Black, Indigenous, people of color and other underrepresented community members on city and county publicly appointed boards and commissions. Applications due Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact CLee@NexusCP.org. Nexus Community Partners logo and a small portrait of Program Director Chai Lee, a Hmong man with dark brown-black hair wearing a green polo and smiling, against a yellow to deep purple gradient background.

ALT Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute. BCLI is a seven-month fellowship that supports, trains, and helps place Black, Indigenous, people of color and other underrepresented community members on city and county publicly appointed boards and commissions. Applications due Friday 8/4. Questions? Contact [email protected]. Nexus Community Partners logo and a small portrait of Program Director Chai Lee, a Hmong man with dark brown-black hair wearing a green polo and smiling, against a yellow to deep purple gradient background.

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diversityUMN@diversityUMN28 Jun 2023
At sundown, Eid al-Adha begins. This 'Feast of Sacrifice' holiday commemorates the faith of Ibrahim, his will to sacrifice, and the slaughter of a ram in place of his son. It is commonly celebrated by eating and sharing meat with friends, family, and those in need. #EidalFitr2023
Eid Mubarak! (Eid al-Adha)

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[#mnrising Dispatch] June 2023 featuring news and resources from @ndncollective @nexuscp @ywcamankato @loftliterary @MinneapolisFed @humanities @HeadwatersFdn @YWCAMinneapolis and more! minnesotarising.org/2023/06/…
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Sahan Journal
@SahanJournal31 May 2023
🧵The 2023 Minnesota legislative session featured the most diverse Legislature in state history, with 35 lawmakers of color, and a commitment to racial and gender equity. sahanjournal.com/democracy-p…
From ethnic studies to healthcare, Minnesota lawmakers of color played pivotal roles in advancing...

From ethnic studies to healthcare, Minnesota lawmakers of color played pivotal roles in advancing...

Minnesota lawmakers of color played important roles in progressive bills on education, healthcare, housing, the environment and workers’ rights during the 2023 Minnesota Legislature.

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Ujamaa Place@UjamaaPlace30 May 2023
𝑰𝒕'𝒔 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒕𝒉 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏'𝒔 𝒉𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚... 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒓 𝒏𝒐𝒘. kzmohd.com/the-juneteenth-st…
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[#mnrising Dispatch] May 2023 featuring opportunities and events from @MplsChamber @MNChurches @LifeworksMN @CitizensLeague @humanities @SmartNonprofits @SocEntMSP @TwinCitiesPride @ynpntc and more! minnesotarising.org/2023/05/…
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Forge North@forgenorthmn16 May 2023
#Funding opportunity - apply by 6/8. @BankofAmerica Breakthrough Lab is an impact accelerator program providing economic opportunity/capital access to Black, Hispanic-Latino, Native American and other underrepresented entrepreneurs. Learn more. hubs.ly/Q01Q1lfD0
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📣Calling all passionate leaders! Consider being a Group Leader for the 2023 Global Youth Institute, happening on October 23-27th in Des Moines. The WFPF provides a travel stipend, hotel accommodations, and meals for Group Leaders. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!
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