Program News

Fall 2025

Campus Ally

Aurore Candier
Center for Burma Studies

Center director Candier discusses the relationship between Burma and Asian American studies and shares ways to get involved with the center.
Read more about Aurore Candier

Faculty Spotlight

Helen Nagata
School of Art and Design

As associate professor of art history, Nagata fosters cross-cultural understanding in her students through the exploration of art and its historical contexts.
Read more about Helen Nagata

Student Spotlight

Blessing Coranez
AARC peer mentor coach

Junior philosophy major Coranez brings hope to the students she works with in the AARC: “Whatever it is that you aim to do, it is always possible.”
Read more about Blessing Coranez

Community Corner

Embracing Well-being Without Fear, Shame: KAN-WIN’s Commitment to Mental Health

Nonprofit organization KAN-WIN supports mental health and wellness in Asian American communities and beyond with resources and outreach.

Read more about KAN-WIN’s services

Contact Us

aacp@niu.edu

Jui-Ching Wang
Coordinator

Courtney Tran
Graduate Assistant

Sam Lee
Graduate Assistant

AACP Newsletter (PDF)

Office Hours

Monday
10-11:30 a.m., located at the Asian American Resource Center