One of the most active cultural clubs at Jesuit High School Sacramento is the Black Student Union (BSU), a place where students come together to learn about African American culture.

President of the BSU Amaury McKinney ’25 organizes many of the club’s activities. He values the personal benefits that the BSU offers him and other students.

“[The BSU] has allowed me to build a community where I’ve been able to learn about Black identity, cultural awareness, and it’s a safe environment for me to be my authentic self,” Amaury said. 

In addition to contributing to the vibrant campus culture of Jesuit, the BSU benefits the wider community in the Sacramento area through service.

“BSU contributes to Jesuit’s student culture because we are open to everyone and believe everyone belongs,” Amaury said. “BSU also hosts several volunteer opportunities throughout the year to give back to our local communities at food banks and homeless projects.”

The BSU is a place which allows students to connect with other students and learn more about themselves.

“The BSU is important to me because of the experiences and opportunities I gained new friends from, [including] the younger and older classes,” said club member Jayden Jones ’25. “The club gave me a good sense of community and how being a part of the club is more significant than just that and how we are a movement.”

Jayden also believes that the BSU helps students grow and stay true to the morals that Jesuit teaches.

“We do things that represent us as men for others,” Jayden said. “We hold each other accountable and make sure we stay together as brothers.”

Students can join the BSU by attending meetings and participating in events. The club is open to anyone, so long as they are interested in learning about Black history and culture.