The Institute’s parking lot will be closed for the Minnesota State Fair from Tuesday, August 19 through Wednesday, September 3! Please do not come to the Institute during these dates unless you have a scheduled appointment.

** In-person services resume Thursday, September 4. **

Press Kit

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Media Inquiries

If you’re a member of the media, please reach out to learn about our work with New Americans in Minnesota.

Joe Shannon
Marketing & Communications Manager
(651) 377-8618

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Additional Resources

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  • Fact Sheet

    See our impact by the numbers. From arriving to thriving, we have been a pillar of support to New Americans for over 100 years.

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  • World Map

    Our clients arrive in Minnesota
    from around the world. See the home countries represented by IIMN clients.

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  • Impact Graphic

    A colorful graphic of our most recent year’s impact, including workforce development, education, refugee resettlement and citizenship.

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Visual Library

Please credit photography and video as stated in the file names. If you’re looking for photographs of specific classes, please contact Joe Shannon with your request.

About the International Institute of Minnesota

Since 1919, the International Institute of Minnesota (IIMN) has delivered critical services and resources to help New Americans transition to their new lives in Minnesota. From language learning and job training to immigration and refugee services, we offer New Americans a pathway for a strong start to a new life. Once stability is achieved, we’re there for next steps, too: from college preparation and career advancement to citizenship support and financial coaching toward home ownership. With over 100 years of experience, IIMN is considered a national leader in creating opportunities for New Americans.

About Us Our History Annual Report And Financials
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In the News

  • Newsletter

    August 2025

    In this month’s newsletter, you’ll learn about:

    • 35th anniversary of medical careers training 
    • Summer student activities
    • Small Business Resource Fair for Immigrants in October
    • No Institute parking during State Fair
    • Volunteer Spotlight
    • Summer intern thank you
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  • Announcements

    Celebrating 35 Years of Medical Careers Training

    Former students, staff and graduates gathered in the Institute’s Hall of Nations to celebrate 35 years of providing life-changing medical career training and career advancement support for New Americans.

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  • Announcements

    Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair 2025

    Join us at the Immigrant Small Business Resource Fair on October 3, to connect resources, network with other entrepreneurs and hear inspiring stories.

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Contact Us

Please reach out if you have additional questions or need more resources from us.

Joe Shannon
Marketing & Communications Manager
(651) 377-8618

 

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