Spring 2015 Communique by Mic Globe

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Germany and the U.S. Today – Friends and Allies A unified Germany has rebounded from the Cold War to become Europe’s economic giant, a prime mover of European cooperation and integration, and a global model for renewable energy policy and technology. As part of MIC’s 2015 focus on Germany, His Excellency Peter Wittig, Ambassador of Germany, is visiting Minnesota and will speak about the critical relationship between our nations and what the future holds for continued cooperation on security, political and economic priorities. Prior to his current post, Ambassador Wittig served as Permanent Representative of Germany to the United Nations and represented Germany in the Security Council 2011-12. When: Expected May 20 or May 21. See MIC website for latest information as it becomes available.

Thursday, May 28

The U.S. and Contemporary Ireland U.S. relations with Ireland have long been based on common ancestral ties, shared values and the celebration of Irish literary and music traditions. Besides regular dialogue on political and economic issues, U.S. investment in Ireland has been particularly important to the growth and modernization of Irish industry over the past 25 years, providing new technology, export capabilities and employment opportunities. Join MIC at a luncheon on Thursday, May 28, to hear Her Excellency Anne Anderson, Ambassador of Ireland, share insights and updates on the relationship between our two countries. Anne Anderson became Ambassador of Ireland in August 2013 and is the first woman to hold the post. She is particularly focused on further strengthening Ireland-U.S. economic, trade and investment links. When: Thursday, May 28; 11:30 A – 1:30 P Where: Windows on Minnesota, IDS Center, 80 S 8th Street, Minneapolis Cost: MIC members $45; Nonmembers $60; Corporate tables available $450. Advance registration REQUIRED. MIN N ESOTA I N T ERTODAY NAT I O NAL CAT EN T ER REGISTER MICGLOBE.ORG

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REMINDER: Wednesday, April 8

Global Conversations: Privacy in the Digital Age led by Professor William McGeveran

When: Wednesday, April 8; 5:30 – 7:30 P Where: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis Cost: Free and open to the public. Advance registration REQUESTED.

Great Decisions is a dynamic citizen education and discussion program, sponsored nationally by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA) and coordinated locally by the Minnesota International Center (MIC). Global Conversations are cosponsored by the Friends of the Minneapolis Central Library.

What is “privacy” in the digital age? Fearful of British spying, the founding fathers granted citizens significant protections in the Constitution. Now, the tables have turned: Concerns about what some see as a U.S. “dragnet” and unwarranted privacy intrusions have compelled other countries to revamp their own privacy protections. Legislation, both at home and abroad, hasn’t kept pace with technological developments, leaving some wondering if privacy as we know it is dead. On April 8, William McGeveran, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota Law School, will lead a conversation on privacy in today’s world. Professor William McGeveran specializes in information law, including data privacy, intellectual property, communications and technology, and free speech. His current research focuses on legal and other rules governing digital identity and data privacy, ranging from online impersonation to the privacy features of Facebook and other social networks.

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Thursday, May 7

It’s Time for a GlobalSocial! On Thursday, May 7, join MIC for a special members-only GlobalSocial with more than 20 emerging leaders from around the world who will visit the Twin Cities on a State Department-sponsored project on best practices in the management of non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Countries represented by these dynamic visitors will include Afghanistan, Kenya, Korea, Mexico, Poland and Russia, among many others. This will be an exclusive opportunity for MIC members and their guests to meet these fascinating international professionals at an informal social event - a chance for you to learn about their cultures and countries, and for them to meet “everyday Americans”. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages, and also a cash bar.

When: Thursday, May 7; 5:30 – 7:30 P Where: Terrace Room, University Club, 420 Summit Avenue, St Paul Cost: FREE for MIC members and their guests only. Advance registration REQUIRED.

GlobalSocials are presented by the Minnesota International Center in an effort to connect international visitors with community members and facilitate global understanding and awareness in an informal setting. GlobalSocials are made possible by a generous gift in honor of Katherine W. Merriam.

Wednesday, May 13

Global Conversations: The Success of Germany and Japan after WWII Seventy years after the end of World War II Germany and Japan have not only recovered from the devastation of the war but have risen to prominent positions on the world’s political, cultural and economic stages. On May 13, Tom Hanson, MIC’s resident foreign policy expert and former U.S. Foreign Service Officer, will lead a conversation on the impressive rise of Germany and Japan, and what lies ahead as emergent countries including Russia and China vie for greater regional and global influence. Don’t miss this exclusive analysis of the current and future world order. Tom’s annual “State of U.S. Foreign Policy” address always sells out early, so register now for this special follow-up! Tom Hanson is Diplomat in Residence at the University of Minnesota – Duluth, a member of MIC’s Great Decisions advisory committee and a frequent Great Decisions speaker. When: Wednesday, May 13; 5:30 – 7:30 P Where: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis Cost: FREE and open to the public. Advance registration REQUESTED.

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GERMANY

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Germany is known as ‘the land of poets and thinkers’, or das land de dichter und denker; Bach, Beethoven and Goethe were all German, alongside composers Händel, Schumann, Mendelssohn, Brahms, Wagner and R. Strauss. Some of the world’s greatest German philosophers include Kant, Hegel, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, and Heidegger.

Germany has more cultural activities and places than any other country – it’s a cultured place, with 6,200 museums, 820 theatres, 130 professional orchestras and 8,800 libraries in 2013. There are more museums, exhibition halls and art galleries than any other country (and not only in the big cities), with more people going to exhibitions than to soccer matches.

Our honorary chairs, Ingrid Lenz Harrison and Alfred Harrison, along with the Gala Committee Chairs Christina Tiefenbacher-Hudson and Rachel Walsh are looking forward to welcoming you to a one-of-a-kind celebration of Germany at a private home in Independence. There will be delicious German food; the Tour the World Auction, which will offer opportunities for lunch and a tour the German House in New York with the Director of the German Center for Research and Innovation, lunch with the German Consul General in Chicago, and other unique experiences opportunities; and German-focused entertainment. Join us on Saturday, June 13, to celebrate this country of musicians, inventors, thinkers, poets, readers, and museum attendees! Tickets are $200; sponsorship opportunities start at $500.

Germany boasts some of world’s most famous inventions - you can thank the Germans for the light bulb, the automated calculator, and the automobile. That’s not all – the Germans are also credited for the discovery of insulin, the invention of the clarinet, the pocket watch, television (partly), paraffin, petrol/gasoline & Diesel engines, the automobile engine, differential gear and other important devices, the motorcycle, the jet engine, the LCD screen and the Walkman.

Germany was the first country in the world to adopt Daylight Saving Time – DST, also known as summer time, began in 1916, in the midst of WWI.

Germany is one of the world’s leading book nations – publishing around 94,000 titles every year. It’s also where you’ll find international book publishing’s most import event, the International Frankfurt Book Fair. The facts are perhaps not surprising, seeing the Gutenberg press – a revolution in the printing world using movable type – was invented in Germany. source: Expatica.com

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With over 40 high school teams registered, MIC’s annual Academic WorldQuest once again offered students across the metro area an opportunity to show their global chops. This was COMPETITION –10 teams finishing within 4 points of each other is proof of the hard work and global engagement of these teens. The first place team from St. Paul Academy and Summit School will represent Minnesota in Washington, D.C. at the national competition in late April. Good luck!

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Academic WorldQuest

Quotes from students:

Throughout the years, we’ve found ourselves at the center of national and international issues and events ranging from protests regarding radical Islamist terrorists to the implementation of universal healthcare. By now, we’ve all turned 18 and can vote. Seeing this, we want to explore the world around us, hence our participation in WorldQuest.

Thank you to David Winton Bell and General Mills for sponsoring Academic WorldQuest

Here is why we participate in a poem:

Work-ethic Open-minded Respect Long–lasting knowledge Driven Quintessential

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We participate to further our knowledge of world issues and current events. We also chose to participate to help us develop better studying tactics, and schedules! I personally found out that I learn better if I study in small increments, multiple times throughout the day. Mainly during advisory and after robotics!

Underrated and unexpected Essential Smart

As a school and as a team, we Teamwork wanted to participate in AWQ for the incredible opportunity. The chance to, as a team, travel to DC is enough to motivate anyone! The competition to be here (We have had over 20 students vie for the 8 spots) was fierce, with a current events’ quiz and multiple tie-breakers. We’re thrilled to be here – Thank you!

Did you know?

In addition to Academic WorldQuest, MIC also organizes a Community WorldQuest in the Twin Cities, a WorldQuest at the Alworth Institute in Duluth, and specially-designed competitions for Corporate Members for globally-focused team building? If you are interested in knowing more about on-site WorldQuests for your company or organization, please contact Danielle Tessmer at 612.626.2406. M I N N E S OTA I N T E R N AT I O N A L C E N T E R

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Globally minded companies that value membership with the Minnesota International Center Board Chair, Leni Moore, presenting the MIC Ambassador Award to Dr. Josef Mestenhauser

It is with great sadness that I report the recent passing of Dr. Josef Mestenhauser, one of MIC’s original founders. Joe and the other founders of MIC believed that diplomacy was not the exclusive business of professional diplomats but could be done by citizens as part of their civic duty – and these principles remain the same for MIC today. Thank you, Joe, for your mentoring, friendship, vision and leadership over the past 60 years. On a happier note, I am pleased to say that it is a really busy time of year at MIC … with a full plate of programs, such as GlobalSocial, Global Conversation, and two Ambassadorial visits. Also, don’t forget to look for your invitation to the Celebration of Germany Gala – it will be in the mail shortly. MIC’s galas seem to get better every year and Celebration of Germany shows every sign of keeping up that track record And just to keep you up-to-date with the staff changes at MIC; while we are bidding a fond farewell to Cassandra McGuiness, our ILVP manager, we are welcoming Kristi Pogatchnik as our new Individual Membership Manager. Kristi joins us from a recent membership position at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Please take a moment to introduce yourself to her at any of the upcoming events – she’s eager to meet as many MIC members as possible as soon as she can. I look forward to seeing you at these great programs over the next month or so.

Tuesday, April 28

The EU, U.S., and Minnesota: What Does the Future Hold? The European Union’s role as an international actor in the economic and political arenas has grown in the past two decades. Trade representatives from both sides of the Atlantic are advocating for the Transatlantic Trade & Investment Partnership (TTIP), but the financial stability of the EU and security concerns about Europe’s neighbors call into question the future of EU-U.S. relations. Join us on Tuesday, April 28, for a discussion on the current financial stability and economic outlook of the European Union. Invited speakers include Ioanna Efthymiadou, Chicago EU Chair and Consul General of Greece in Chicago, and Christa Tiefenbacher-Hudson, Honorary Consul of Germany in Minnesota, with moderator Barbara Müller from Fredrikson & Byron. When: Tuesday, April 28; cont. breakfast & registration: 7:30 A; program 8:00 – 9:30 A Where: Fredrikson & Byron, 200 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000, Minneapolis Cost: Free and open to public. Advance registration REQUIRED. Employees of MIC corporate members are particularly encouraged to attend.

A program of the World Affairs Councils of America in partnership with the Delegation of the European Union to the United States.

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Global ($15,000+) Ecolab Inc. Sit Investment Associates, Inc Executive ($10,000+) Donaldson Company, Inc. Target Corporation The Mosaic Company

Leadership Patron ($5,000+) Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America Best Buy Co., Inc. Colwell Industries, Inc. DLA Piper Dorsey & Whitney LLP Faegre Baker Daniels LLP Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. J.P. Morgan KPMG LLP Land O’Lakes, Inc. Propel Event Transportation Management RBC Wealth Management The Lakeland Companies UnitedHealth Group Contributing Patron ($2,500+) U.S. Bank Wanner Engineering

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