The Lotus Mana Center aims to create a space of care and support for all students at UC Davis. Visit us at our new location in the Memorial Union to learn, engage, and grow together.
Studying with the Lotus Mana Center
The Lotus Mana Center offers open study areas, lounge seating, and collaborative tables that foster both focus and connection. Students are invited to use the Center as a place to study, rest, or gather between classes. The Center is a space that reflects care, belonging, and community.
In addition to study spaces, the Center regularly hosts programs and cultural events that celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander identities while remaining open and welcoming to all UC Davis students, staff, and faculty. Larger programs are hosted at the Lotus Mana Center after advising appointments are concluded on weekdays.
Advising Appointments
Our advising and student support services are now offered in person at the Lotus Mana Center. Students can meet with our Academic Success Team to discuss academic questions, mentorship, leadership development, or ways to get involved on campus.
Appointments can be scheduled on OASIS or by using this link https://bit.ly/AandPIAdvising. BASC drop-in advising is also available on Thursdays in Fall Quarter from 10am-12pm.
Center Hours
The Lotus Mana Center is open for students, staff, and faculty to gather, study, and connect. While our regular hours are listed on the Contact & Location page, we welcome all visitors during open hours to join us in community.
Closed during university holidays; hours may vary during summer and quarter breaks.
Space Reservations
Thinking about hosting something at the Center? We love that you're excited to gather at the Lotus Mana Center! While the Center is currently open for studying and small group use, we are not yet accepting formal space reservations through Fall 2025.
Lotus Mana Center Grand Opening
Thursday, Nov 6 | 5:30–6:30 PM
MU 2nd Floor, Room 201
Come through for the ribbon cutting, good vibes, refreshments + entertainment 🎉 This is YOUR new space to study, chill, and celebrate community. Don’t miss history in the making! 🌟
Our reservation system is in development and expected to open in Winter 2026. Stay tuned for updates on how to request space for meetings, events, and collaborations.
The Lotus Mana Center is built on partnership and community care. If you're interested in collaborating on a program, workshop, or initiative that aligns with our pillars of academic excellence, connectedness, or empowering leaders, we'd love to hear from you! Please reach out to our team at apiretention@ucdavis.edu and we'd be happy to discuss ideas for future collaborations and co-hosted events.