Dear UBSUC Members, Families, Advisors, School Leaders, and Community Partners,

Welcome to another exciting school year! It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as your Central Region President for the United Black Student Unions of California (UBSUC).

As we begin the 2026–2027 school year, I am excited about the opportunities ahead for our students, advisors, families, and community partners. The United Black Student Unions of California has a proud tradition of empowering students through leadership, academic excellence, cultural awareness, community service, civic engagement, and advocacy. Our mission is to inspire students to become confident leaders who make a positive impact in their schools, communities, and beyond.

UBSUC believes every student deserves the opportunity to lead, achieve, and succeed. Through conferences, leadership training, service projects, cultural celebrations, college and career readiness programs, and community partnerships, we help prepare students to become tomorrow’s leaders.

Our theme this year is:

“Building Leaders • Strengthening Communities • Inspiring Excellence”

I encourage every student to become involved, attend our events, volunteer, and take advantage of the many opportunities available through the United Black Student Unions of California. Together, we will continue building a strong network of student leaders throughout California’s Central Region.

For membership information, event updates, scholarships, leadership opportunities, and additional resources, please visit UBSUC.com.

2026–2027 Central Region Calendar of Events

1. Date August 9, 2026
   Event The Village – Class of 2030
   Description A special welcome and orientation for our newest students as they begin their high school journey.
2. Date September 17, 2026
   Event UBSUC Central Region Round Up
   Location Modesto City Schools District Office – Boardroom
   426 Locust Street
   Modesto, California
   Cost: Free
3. Date November 13, 2026
   Event UBSUC Central Region Conference
   Location Location: University of California, Merced
   Registration Required – Conference details will be announced soon.
4. Date November–December 2026
   Event UBSUC Toy & Clothes Drive
   Description Join us as we collect toys and clothing to support families in our communities during the holiday season. Additional details will be announced.
5. Date February 27, 2027
   Event 4th Annual UBSUC Central Region Gospel Jam
   Location Location: State Theatre
   1307 J Street
   Modesto, California
   Doors Open: 5:30 p.m.
   Program Begins: 6:00 p.m.
6. Date March 12–14, 2027
   Event United Black Student Unions of California State Convention
   Location Location: Hilton Los Angeles Culver City
   Description Join student leaders, advisors, educators, alumni, and community partners from across California for leadership development, educational workshops, networking, recognition, and celebration.

As your Central Region President, I look forward to meeting students and families throughout the year as we grow together through leadership, scholarship, service, and unity. Every event is an opportunity to learn, build relationships, and strengthen our communities.

Thank you to our advisors, parents, educators, school administrators, alumni, sponsors, and community partners for your continued commitment to the mission of the United Black Student Unions of California. Your support helps provide life-changing opportunities for our students.

Together, we will continue to build leaders, strengthen communities, and inspire excellence throughout California.

I wish you a successful, safe, and rewarding 2026–2027 school year. I look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!