Meet the Fall 2023 BEST Board Members! The BEST (Boasting Exceptional Student Talent) Board in the CSU Hearth Lounge showcases students who exemplify both active and quiet leadership which enhances campus life at Minnesota State Mankato.

The Fall ’23 recipients selected from nominations from CSU, Student Activities and Student Life staff include Crystal Watt from Community Engagement: Ryan Leistikow, Student Events Team; Jonah Maurer, Maverick Bullpen; Sofia Itskovich, Res Life; Nomin Senadheera, CSU Operations; Erin Jaquette, Maverick Bullpen; Morgan Rusler, Fraternity and Sorority Life; and Masaki Hara, Campus Rec.

Crystal Watts
Mankato, Minnesota
Master’s Degree in
Counseling & Student
Personnel

Ryan Leistikow
Barron, Wisconsin
Recreation Parks and
Leisure Services

Jonah Maurer
Rogers, Minnesota
Marketing

Sofia Itskovich
St. Paul, Minnesota
BFA Theatre Design &
Technology

H. Nomin Yasnaka Senadheera
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Business Management

Erin Jaquette
La Crescent, Minnesota
Business Management

Morgan Rusler
Vadnais Heights,
Minnesota
Nursing

Masaki Hara
Minami, Japan
Master’s Degree in
Geography