Programs and Events
The Kearney Center is proud of the great programs and events we put on each year. In collaboration with the International Student Association and other Recognized Student Organizations, students celebrate their cultures through music, dance, food, games, and activities.
Kearney Center Sponsored Events
The Kearney Center provides a variety of programs and events to bring a bit of the world together in the Mankato campus community. Programs range from small-group cultural discussions to large-scale events in collaboration with the University’s active and passionate international student groups. It is a delight to see our students feel pride in their countries while participating in such programs, especially while Minnesota State is their “home away from home.”
Signature Nights
Signature Nights give our enthusiastic population of international students the opportunity to share their countries and cultures to larger audiences of international students, domestic students and faculty and staff. The events occur twice a semester and feature food prepared by the students, performances and educational activities. The Kearney Center works in close collaboration to mentor and support our student groups to host these lively and entertaining nights.
Interested student groups apply each Spring to host an event in the following academic year. To find this year's events, please see our event calendar below.
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Saturday, February 1, 2020
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Sunday, February 2, 2020
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Monday, February 3, 2020
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Wednesday, February 5, 2020
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Thursday, February 6, 2020
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Saturday, February 8, 2020
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Sunday, February 9, 2020
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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
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Friday, February 14, 2020
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Sunday, February 16, 2020
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Monday, February 17, 2020
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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Wednesday, February 19, 2020
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Friday, February 21, 2020
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Saturday, February 22, 2020
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Sunday, February 23, 2020
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Monday, February 24, 2020
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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
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Friday, February 28, 2020
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Saturday, February 29, 2020
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Feb 4During OPT Information Session: Part II, we will go through the OPT documents that you will need to prepare before you meet with a DSO and receive an OPT I-20. We will be going in-depth about how to fill out the OPT Form, the I-765 Form, and how to prepare ...
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Feb 6During OPT Information Session: Part II, we will go through the OPT documents that you will need to prepare before you meet with a DSO and receive an OPT I-20. We will be going in-depth about how to fill out the OPT Form, the I-765 Form, and how to prepare ...
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Feb 7Did you miss the OPT Information Session: Part I? No worries, because the Kearney Center will be holding group advising. During this OPT Group Advising session, we will be going through the main information that you have missed. If you are graduating this semester or wanting to plan ahead, we ...
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Feb 10If you are have your OPT documents ready, please stop by anytime to have your OPT documents checked. If everything looks ready to go, you will receive an OPT I-20 right on the spot. Please note that there may be a delay depending on the volume of students stopping by. Additionally, if ...
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Feb 15
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Feb 12Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Information Session For COB Majors: Is your major apart of the College of Business (COB)? If so, the Kearney Center will be presenting with the College of Business to share more information about Curricular Practical Training. Come to this information session and learn about the steps on ...
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Feb 13Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Information Session For COB Majors: Is your major apart of the College of Business (COB)? If so, the Kearney Center will be presenting with the College of Business to share more information about Curricular Practical Training. Come to this information session and learn about the steps on ...
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Feb 6Join us for an informative session about Minnesota State University! The virtual information sessions are a way for future students to get real-time answers to any questions they may have about the University, application process or requesting documents after admission. It is also a way for prospective students to put ...
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Feb 20Join us for an informative session about Minnesota State University! The virtual information sessions are a way for future students to get real-time answers to any questions they may have about the University, application process or requesting documents after admission. It is also a way for prospective students to put ...
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Feb 12Kathy Grant, the Student Health Insurance Advocate, will be available to assist students and answer questions about their health insurance outside the Kearney Center.
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Feb 5During OPT Information Session: Part II, we will go through the OPT documents that you will need to prepare before you meet with a DSO and receive an OPT I-20. We will be going in-depth about how to fill out the OPT Form, the I-765 Form, and how to prepare ...
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Feb 20Global Spotlights feature countries from which there are fewer than 10 students represented at MSU, Mankato. Guests will enjoy a small-forum presentation and opportunities that encourage follow-up discussion. The events are free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. Spotlights encourage cultural learning outside the classroom to explore and celebrate ...
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Feb 27Kickstarters bring fellow Mavs (whether from abroad or the States) around the table for fun and meaningful conversations, to learn other cultural perspectives and make new friends. Kickstarters are also a great way to grow your interpersonal and intercultural skills as you prepare for your future career life.
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Feb 5Kathy Grant, the Student Health Insurance Advocate, will be available to assist students and answer questions about their health insurance outside the Kearney Center.
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Feb 26Kathy Grant, the Student Health Insurance Advocate, will be available to assist students and answer questions about their health insurance outside the Kearney Center.
