Asian American Affairs Staff

The Asian American Affairs (AAA) program is here to help students and their families feel at home at Minnesota State University, Mankato. We are committed to supporting the educational successes of our students and developing and empowering future leaders.

Most importantly, we are here for your personal cultural comfort and in doing so we serve as an advocate for representation, equitable access, opportunity and cultural diversity at the University. We administer programs designed to celebrate cultural diversity through learning, celebrating, promoting and sharing Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures with Minnesota State University, Mankato and surrounding communities.

Address: 269 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1032
Email: pakou.lee@mnsu.edu

Lylah Thao, Graduate Assistant

Asian American Affairs

Address: 269 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1032
Email: lylah.thao@mnsu.edu

Margarita Ruiz, Office Manager

Asian American Affairs

Address: 284 Centennial Student Union, Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1156
Email: margarita.ruiz.2@mnsu.edu