The Yasui Siblings
Their Journey to the UO
Since the early 1930s, four generations of the Yasui family have attended the University of Oregon.
Learn about the Family
Minoru (Min)
Michi
Shu (Robert)
Yuka
The Story of Yasui Hall
Opened in 2023, Yasui Hall features apartment-style living for students who want to live on campus after their first year. Their are single micro-studio units for independent living, and four-bedroom quad options for students who want to live with friends. The UO Board of Trustees voted to officially name the building Yasui Hall in 2024 in honor of siblings Minoru, Michi, Shu (Robert) and Yuka. A dedication ceremony was held on May 4, 2025.
The Yasuis of UO
Nisei (Second Generation)
Minoru Yasui (1933-1939): BA 1937, JD 1939
Michi Yasui Ando (1938–1942): BA 1942, diploma ceremony graduation 1986
Shu (Robert) Yasui (1941-1942): Honorary degree 2008
Yuka Yasui Fujikura (1945-1948): BA 1948
Sansei (Third Generation)
Joan Yasui Emerson (1960-1964?)
Rachel Yasui (BA 1972-1973)
Dag Yasui (BS 1981-1985)
Yonsei (4th generation)
Kim Yasui (BA 1989-1993)
Tom Pace (1988-1993)
Susie Pace (1989-1994)
Ming Canaday (2009-2013)
Dante Yasui (PhD Econ, 2021-present)
Gosei (Fifth Generation)
Karen Pace (2024-present)
