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Hablemos Español

Join Latin American Affairs to create a welcoming space where students can practice Spanish, celebrate Latino cultures, and build community through language and conversation.

Shop Smart, Eat Smart!

It's Fuel Station Thursday! Hosted by Latin American and Multicultural Affairs & Dietetics Graduate Students!

Come join them EVERY Thursday! Hot topics are waiting for you at weekly tabling! Learn how to eat well, shop smart, and feel your best!

9th April: Shop Smart, Eat Smart - Budget Friendly Grocery Tips! Learn budgeting grocery strategies, store navigation tips, and comparing unit prices!

Lotus Night Market

Come join us for our annual Lotus Night Market held by ASIA.

3rd Annual Mahkato Spring Round Dance

Join us for Mahkato's 3rd annual round dance! Everyone is welcome! Featuring Indigenous vendors & food trucks. This is a Alcohol & Drug Free Event

When: Saturday April 11th, 2026 from 6pm - 11pm
Location: Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001

Emcee: TBD
Stickman: TBD

Invited Singers: TBD
First 10 walk-in singers receive honorarium

Cultural Presentations: TBD

Hand Drum Contest: TBD

Specials:
Best Ribbon Shirt:
Best Ribbon Skirt:
Sidestep Contest: Adult: Youth:
Potato Dance:

Want a Vendeor Spot?

Contact megan.bullbear@lakotamade.com for vendor spot!

Sponsored By:
Native American Student Association at MSU, Mankato
American Indian Affairs at MSU, Mankato
Lakota Made
Mahkato Revitalization Project
American Indigenous Studies Program at MSU, Mankato
Wallin Education Partners

Take Back the Night

Take Back the Night is the oldest worldwide movement to end sexual violence. In partnership with CADA and Residential Life, we’ll observe Take Back the Night on Monday, April 13 from 6:30–8:30pm in the CSU Ballroom.
A core purpose of this event is breaking the silence around sexual violence. We know sharing can bring up many emotions—whether you’re a survivor, supporting someone you care about, or advocating for change. Take Back the Night creates space for strength, solidarity, and truth.
We invite anyone to share their story. You can submit anonymously to have it read on your behalf, or choose to speak openly at the event.
Submit your story here! (The form is confidential and managed by VARP staff.)
More info will be provided for those choosing to share in person.

DEI x Student Financial Services - Financial Aid

Need Financial Aid Help? Have Questions on Financial Aid? We Got You!

Come stop by our Financial Aid Drop-In Hours this Fall, brought to you by our DEI x Student Financial Services! We are here to help you whether you are having trouble with forms, understanding your financial aid package, or have any questions!

No Appointment Needed!

MMIW Education Event with NASA

Educational session about MMIW for students to participate and learn about the important topic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples. The annual recognition event is held on May 5th.

Indoor Sapphic Picnic

Calling all MSU WLW & NBLW. Enjoy a free dinner with sliders, sandwiches, fresh fruit, and sweet treats. Meet new people, make meaningful friendships, play fun games, and be part of a growing community.
Don’t miss out!! Save this now and share for more sapphics to join in for the fun.

2026 DEI Student Leadership Awards

Come and celebrate our amazing student leaders in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Award nominations will happen in the Spring 2026 semester. Invited guests only. All staff attendance required.

Green Dot Bystander Intervention: Facilitator Training and Certification

The Violence Awareness & Response Program, in our continued efforts to provide quality prevention education opportunities for our community, will become affiliated with the national Green Dot bystander intervention program this summer.

Green Dot is an evidence-informed curriculum used by universities, K-12, and community organizations across the country, and teaches individuals to be aware of when acts of harm are occurring, how to safely intervene in high-risk situations, and ultimately engage in consistent actions that uphold safety and accountability over silence and inaction.

Campus training opportunities will begin in summer 2026.

Attention MNSU Mankato colleagues: you can participate in our two-day facilitator training, which results in certification to teach the Green Dot curriculum on our campus.

Wed. April 22 and Thurs. April 23

9am-3pm each day through Zoom

Email VARP@mnsu.edu for more information on how to apply and register for the training

This training is free! You must attend for the entirety of both days to become a certified curriculum facilitator.

Cultural Game Night

Join Latin American Affairs for a cultural game night!

Healing With Friends: Trauma-Informed Yoga

Campus Recreation and the Violence Awareness & Response Program (VARP) are partnering for these courses, which use specific technique to establish safety in the body and lessen trauma response symptoms. This is a space that welcomes individuals who have survived trauma, or are looking for a way to reduce stress. The courses are free and open to students, regardless of yoga skill level; mats will be provided.

Green Dot Bystander Intervention: Facilitator Training and Certification

Campus training opportunities will begin in summer 2026.

Attention MNSU Mankato colleagues: you can participate in our two-day facilitator training, which results in certification to teach the Green Dot curriculum on our campus.

Wed. April 22 and Thurs. April 23

9am-3pm each day through Zoom

Email VARP@mnsu.edu for more information on how to apply and register for the training

This training is free! You must attend for the entirety of both days to become a certified curriculum facilitator.

Women of Courage & Vision Awards

Women of Courage & Vision Awards on Thursday, April 23rd, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm in CSU 245.

The President's Commission on the Status of Women invites you to celebrate women of courage and vision with a reception in their honor. We invite you to recognize any staff, faculty, and students on campus who have impacted MSU campus life and who align with PCSW's mission for gender equity, advances in social justice, and empowerment.

Fill out the Women of Courage & Vision Nomination Form here!

Please fill out the recognition form for a woman of vision and courage by April 13th.

DEI x Student Financial Services - Financial Aid

Need Financial Aid Help? Have Questions on Financial Aid? We Got You!

No Appointment Needed!

Spring MCC Open Kitchen

Join us to celebrate our semester's Multicultural Open Kitchen. Enjoy a taste and bite from each of our Multicultural Center Directors! Come hungry - first come, first served!

MMIW Red Dress Demonstration and Picture

Wear red to honor and support the national day of recognition for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples. Picture of participation and support will happen at 12:15pm at the CSU Fountain. Demonstration will be set up all day around the fountain to help educate our campus community. Another informational piece will be set up at the display case by the bookstore starting April 6th - May 5th.

Spring 2026 DEI Graduation Celebration

Join us in celebrating DEI's Spring 2026 graduates! Invited guests only. Light refreshments will be served. More information coming soon!