SI Black Student Union Showcase: SOUL TRAIN

St. Ignatius’ Black Student Union Presents

Soul Train: The Rhythm of Black History is a vibrant celebration of Black culture, music, tradition and movement through the decades. Fashion will feature 70s-inspired looks—afros, bell bottoms, and sequins—alongside modern Black streetwear to show cultural evolution. Performances will include live music, dance routines, spoken word, and tributes to Black icons from each era.

Guests are highly encouraged to wear their best 70’s themed attire!

We will be honoring Timothy Alan Simon, Esq. '73 as the 2026 recipient of the BSU Black Excellence Award.

• Table seating will be for SI Families, Friends, Alumni, Faculty & Staff. Please note that there is limited table seating.
• Bleacher seats will be for all SI/FSA students and visiting students. All guests are welcome to purchase bleacher seating.

Now in its 54th year at St. Ignatius College Preparatory, the Black Student Union (BSU) exists to show students of color that they are not on the outside looking in and can make a difference in what goes on around them. Members of BSU strive to learn and teach the St. Ignatius community about the richness of African American culture, past and present.

The St. Ignatius African American and Latino Parents Association (AALPA) is a multicultural, multiracial group of volunteer parents, grandparents and guardians. AALPA promotes family equity, education, support and mentorship via social and networking opportunities. Through outreach efforts in our communities, AALPA seeks to raise awareness of the educational opportunities at St. Ignatius College Preparatory for Latino and African American students. AALPA partners with the Admissions Department to enhance enrollment diversity. AALPA supports SI’s mission of enhancing the diversity of cultures in the school and is committed to fostering safe, welcoming environments wherein all forms of diversity are honored and valued.

Other Goals of AALPA: Support the student efforts of ALAS (Association of Latin American Students and BSU (Black Student Union).

Collaborative efforts with SI Parent Groups, The Ignatian Guild, SI Father's Club and SIPAC.

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