College-wide events
The Hope Diamond and Other Stories from the Smithsonian National Gem Collection
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, 7 p.m. through Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, 8 p.m.
The Hope Diamond is one of the most famous gemstones in the world, known for its fascinating human history that includes kings, thieves, and perhaps a curse or two.
CEMS Alumni and Friends Reception
Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, 5 p.m. through Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, 8 p.m.
5-6 p.m.
Amundson Hall
421 Washington Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
6-8 p.m.
Coffman Memorial Union, Campus Club, 4th floor
300 Washington Avenue SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
The Department of Chemical Engineering & Materials Science at the University of Minnesota (CEMS @ UMN) invites CEMS Alumni & Friends — including those in town for the 2026 AIChE Annual Meeting — to a reception at the Campus Club at the University of Minnesota, as well as to an optional tour of Amundson Hall prior to the reception.
IEM Otto Schmitt Distinguished Lecture
Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2027, 1:30 p.m. through Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2027, 6 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center (In person only)
Ignite your vision for the future of healthcare at the IEM Otto Schmitt Distinguished Lecture!
2027 IISE North Central Regional Conference
Friday, Feb. 5, 2027, 8 a.m. through Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027, 5 p.m.
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Campus
The IISE North Central Regional Conference is an annual rotating conference that brings together Industrial Engineering students and professionals from universities across the North Central region.