Staff Directory

Utsavi Gilder

Hello! I am a sophomore studying Informatics with a minor in Business. I love playing pickleball and getting food with my friends.

Britney Ho

Hi, my name is Britney Ho, and I am a senior pursuing a Musical Theatre B.F.A. here at Indiana University! While B.F.A. life gets really busy, I wanted to stay involved in the ACC and remain connected to AAPI related affairs in hopes of staying connected to this part of my identity, stay inspired by voices of the Asian community, and weave it into my art/career in the future! I think the ACC is a great outlet and honestly one of the first places where I found belonging here at IU as a transfer student, so it holds a very special place in my heart! I was previous philanthropy chair in aKDPhi and am current culture chair of Vietnamese Student Association. I am also playing my first big role in IU theatre's mainstage as Mrs. Greene this fall from September 26th-October 4th! You might also find me camping out in Inkwell, listening to music, reading, writing, going on hikes, and singing/humming everywhere I go.

Selena Vu

Hi, I’m Selena Vu, a third-year student at the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs studying Human Resources Management. The Asian Culture Center is a community that makes me feel at home it is a welcoming space where you can connect, recharge, and find community. I encourage you to stop by, say hello, and see all the wonderful resources and support we have to offer!

Teresa Le

Hi guys, my name is Teresa. I'm Vietnamese and a sophomore at IUB in Media major. I love to spend time with my family and friends.

Jia Park

Hi my name is Jia! I am Korean-American and I am a junior majoring in International Law with minors in Business, Informatics, and East Asian Languages and Culture. I currently work as the Website Editor here at the ACC! In my free time, I enjoy watching K-dramas, reading, weightlifting, or hanging out with my friends!

Bawi Tha Chin Sung

Hi! My name is Bawi Tha Chin Sung, and I’m a junior majoring in Nursing. 
This will be my third year working at the Asian Culture Center as an undergraduate student assistant through the Cox Scholars Program. It’s been an incredible experience connecting with students, learning from one another, and growing together, I'm excited for another year filled with unforgettable memories and meaningful events.

Jason Tang

Hi! My name is Jason and I'm a junior majoring in Information Systems & Business Analytics. At the ACC, I lead the weekly Mahjong Monday events and the monthly "Who Are AAPIs?" discussion series where we tackle relevant topics that are important to our learning as students.. I am also proud to serve as the Vice President for Asian American Association at IU, one of the ACC's partnered student organizations. In my free time, I love playing tennis, basketball, and listening to country music!

Alleson Gao

Hi! I’m Alleson, an undergraduate student assistant at the Asian Culture Center. I help create flyers, pamphlets, and other promotional materials, and I also work on publishing the Rice Paper, our semi-annual newspaper. I’m currently a nursing student, and I chose to get involved with the ACC to connect more deeply with my culture and to learn about different cultural traditions and events through the wide range of programs the ACC offers.

Kathleen Tran

Hi! I’m Kathleen, I’m a senior from Fishers, IN studying Journalism with a concentration in Public Relations and double minoring in Marketing and Psychology. At the ACC, I design the semi-annual newsletter, “Rice Paper,” and occasionally help with social media and events. On campus, I’m involved with the Ernie Pyle Scholars program, Public Relations Student Society of America, and the Vietnamese Student Association. The ACC is a welcoming place with such lovely people — all of us here would be happy to meet and talk with you! :)

Hikaru Akiba

Hello! My name is Hikaru Akiba. I'm a Senior studying History and Library Sciences through the Accelerated Masters Program. At the ACC, I assist with the IU Archives in preserving papers and materials about the the center's history. I love the ACC because it allows me to connect with my own heritage while meeting a diverse network of people! Fun fact: I am in the Marching Hundred and give museum tours at the Wylie House Museum!

Juli Thach

Hey, I’m Juli and I am a senior majoring in Informatics with double minors in business and web design. I'm very spontaneous so I love going on random little adventures. Stepping into the Asian Culture Center is like entering your second home or a home away from home. You may be shy at first to come but as soon as you enter, you'll be greeted with such warm and welcoming energy! So, stop by and chat with us/me and utilize all the resources we have for you! :P 

Tom Tieu

Hello! I'm Tom, a senior majoring in Informatics with minors in Information Systems and Healthcare Management and Policy. Outside of my role as the ACC's website editor, you can find me being a Peer Coach at the Luddy Career Services or performing with the Vietnamese Student Association and Filipino American Association. If you're enthusiastic about photography, modern dance, volleyball, and motorcycles, let's nerd out together. Looking forward to connecting everyone!

Sabrina Ola

Hi! My name is Sabrina and I'm a senior majoring in Informatics with a concentration in Medical Sciences and a minor in Web Design/Development. I'm the website editor here at the ACC! On campus, I am also involved in the Laurie McRobbie Non-Profit Serve IT clinic, aKDPhi, and the Filipino American Association. I love recreational dance, weightlifting, hiking, and going to concerts.

*Away for study abroad Fall 2025

Ana Ilagan

Hi! My name is Anastasia, but most people just call me Ana! I'm currently a senior studying Entrepreneurship & Corporate Innovation, Business Analytics, and the Psychology of Business. Outside of academics, I am involved in the Filipino American Association, Rem on Campus, and Healthcare Consulting Club. If you want to make a new friend but don't know what to talk about (I'm shy too, I get it), I love superhero movies, video games, music festivals, and cooking!