Saint Aloysius Gonzaga was an Italian Jesuit priest born on March 9, 1568. He is known for his deep spirituality and commitment to serving God from a young age. Aloysius entered the Society of Jesus, also known as the Jesuits, at the age of 17, dedicating his life to education and helping the poor. He is particularly remembered for his care during the plague outbreak in Rome, where he tended to the sick. Aloysius Gonzaga died on June 21, 1591, at the age of 23. He was canonized as a saint by Pope Benedict XIII in 1726 and is the patron saint of youth and students.