January 20, 2026

Please join us via Zoom to meet your students’ teachers, hear from our Parent Association Council (PAC), connect with our Principal and President, and learn more about IMSA’s Experiential Learning, SIR, and Summer Programs.

Book Release and Reading

Resisting Nazism by Dr. Luke Berryman

Thursday, January 22, 2026

2:00 p.m. (During S&E)

IRC

Please join us for the official publication launch and book reading of Resisting Nazism by Dr. Luke Berryman. Dr. Berryman, Director of Experiential Learning at IMSA, will share from his newly published work and discuss its themes and significance.

Nazism has always faced resistance: from the German artists who caricatured the Nazis in the 1920s, or the man who infiltrated the SS to try and expose the Holocaust in the 1940s, or the people who uncovered former Nazis as part of a groundbreaking documentary in the 1970s. Resisting Nazism is the first book to connect such stories, painting a vivid picture of resistance to hatred and extremism across the generations.

Built on original interviews with the people involved, their families, and their colleagues, as well as deep research, this book is a response to far-right populist threats and antisemitism that increasingly resemble the Nazi past. Each of its twelve chapters tells a different story of resistance. Sometimes, these stories involve incredible daring and enormous risk – but they also show that resistance can begin with something as simple as writing your ideas down or showing solidarity with the oppressed. 

Students will have the opportunity to hear from young professionals and IMSA alumni on why they chose their HBCU and how their HBCU helped them in their current careers.

Tyler Rush '26 and Axel Aguilar '26 demonstrated outstanding leadership and vision as the student coordinators of One Dream, Many Voices: Uplifting Black and Brown Excellence, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, sponsored by ODEI and BHSC and featuring Poetic Justice. Through their thoughtful planning and collaboration, Tyler and Axel helped shape a powerful program that honored Dr. King’s legacy while centering Black and Brown voices through music, reflection, performance, and dialogue; from the moving opening of Lift Every Voice and Sing by the IMSA Chamber Choir to the impactful Black and Latino Excellence alumni video and panel.

Adding to the program’s depth and creativity, Darrell McGee '26 wrote and contributed an original play highlighting Black and Brown contributions to society, reinforcing the program’s theme that excellence is rooted in both history and lived experience. Together, Tyler, Axel, and Darrell exemplified student leadership, artistry, and commitment to equity by creating a meaningful space for learning, celebration, and community reflection.

Tyler Rush '26

Axel Aguilar '26

Darrell McGee '26

Peter Dorger

Facilities Operations Manager

Pete Dorger plays a critical role in keeping IMSA running smoothly through his leadership in campus operations and maintenance. Whether managing day-to-day systems or responding to unexpected challenges, Pete consistently demonstrates a calm, steady presence and sound judgment, especially in emergencies. His ability to think quickly, coordinate effectively, and take decisive action ensures the safety and well-being of our entire community.

We are incredibly grateful for Pete’s service to IMSA. Thank you, Pete, for all that you do to keep the campus operating efficiently!

Global Medical Squad in Belize

During Intersession, IMSA students participated in a Global Medical Squad, providing primary health care services to under-resourced communities with limited access to medical care in Belize. Across clinic days, students observed nearly 200 medical visits, 60 dental visits, and 5 home visits, gaining firsthand insight into community-based health care delivery. Working alongside physicians, students assisted with triage, shadowed patient consults, supported pharmacy operations, led education workshops, and screened patients. The experience concluded with cultural experiences, including snorkeling at the world’s second-largest barrier reef and touring historic Mayan ruins.

Paris and London: 
A Study in Culture, History, the Arts, and Food

IMSA students traveled to Paris and London for an immersive experience filled with history, culture, and iconic landmarks. In Paris, highlights included visits to Versailles, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, the Catacombs, the Champs-Élysées, and the Musée d’Orsay. The group then continued to London, where students viewed the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London, visited Stephen Hawking’s memorial at Westminster Abbey, enjoyed live theatre, and took part in a Great British Bake Off–style experience. Each day was packed with memorable sites and hands-on cultural exploration.

Language Immersion in Paris

Another group of IMSA students traveled to Paris for an immersive academic and cultural experience integrated into the French curriculum. Designed for students in French Levels 3, 4, and 5, the trip broadened and deepened their understanding of the French language through authentic, real-world engagement. Through a special collaboration with Lycée Chaptal, students attended morning classes alongside their Parisian pen pals, learning and communicating in French in everyday academic settings.

The experience offered a meaningful window into daily French life while helping students build friendships with their international peers. Afternoons were dedicated to exploring Paris’s iconic historical landmarks, further extending learning beyond the classroom. Merci beaucoup to the teachers at Lycée Chaptal for helping facilitate this incredible opportunity for our students!

Share your photos from Intersession (on- or off-campus) with the officeofpublicaffairs@imsa.edu

The merch store will be accepting orders until February 1 at 11:59 p.m. CST.

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