Government and Community Relations
Government and Community Relations advances the interests of the entire University of Minnesota System at the Capitol in Saint Paul, in Washington, D.C., and among our community partners and neighbors.
State Relations
State Relations promotes the interests of all five University of Minnesota campuses with our elected officials in St. Paul and with other organizations around the state.
Federal Relations
Federal Relations advances the University of Minnesota’s interests at the federal level. We monitor the federal budget and major spending bills, as well as agencies that provide significant funding for research.
Local Government and Community Relations
Community and Local Government Relations works to strengthen the University’s relationships with local units of government and other partners to increase opportunities for collaboration that advance the University’s mission.
UMN Advocates
Composed of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and other supporters, UMN Advocates help raise awareness and support for the University of Minnesota at the State Capitol to strengthen UMN education, research and outreach throughout Minnesota.