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We're always looking to keep up with our alumni! Think we may not have your most recent contact information, degree, or employer information?
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Transform Student Experiences
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Admissions Review Committee
Thursday, March 12 and Friday, March 13, 2026, tentatively from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Learn more and sign up.
Student Leadership Exchange Evaluations
Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Learn more and register here.
AI Bytes Alumni Speaker Series
February - April, 2026 Learn more and sign up.
STEM4Minorities Mentorship Program- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine. Feb. 14-March 25, 2026 Learn more and sign up.
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This is your last call to submit nominations for the 2026 IMSA Alumni Awards!
IMSA alumni are leading, innovating, and serving in extraordinary ways, and we rely on nominations from our community to ensure their impact is recognized.
Award categories include the Trailblazer Award, Distinguished Leadership Award, and Titan Award.
Nominations close Monday, March 2 at midnight.
Help us shine a light on the alumni who continue to define IMSA’s legacy.
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2-Step Verification Coming for IMSA Email
To enhance account security, IMSA will require Two-Step Verification (2SV) for all alumni imsa.edu email accounts beginning March 6, 2026. If you haven’t already set it up, you’ll be prompted to do so when you sign in. This quick process adds an extra layer of protection and helps prevent unauthorized access.
We encourage you to complete setup in advance to avoid interruptions. Learn more and get started here: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/185839
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WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING
Stay in the know!
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In January, six alumni returned to campus to facilitate Intersessions on topics ranging from quantum computing to crossword puzzles. Intersession is a wonderful way for alumni to give back to the IMSA Community, and the IAA thanked this year’s presenters with a special luncheon at the Turf Room in Aurora that included some special faculty and staff guests!
Thank you PK Parekh ’92; Lara India ’07, Dheeran Wiggins ’23, Sam Walder '13, Erica Switzer '00, and Aspen Wheeler '16!
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Additionally, the Ireland Intersession group was able to schedule an unexpected meetup with alum Amanda Kracen '94!
We're grateful for the continued support of our alumni and the IAA in order to provide great intersession experiences for today's students!
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On Tuesday, January 20, IMSA hosted the annual MLK Assembly- One Dream, Many Voices: Uplifting Black and Brown Excellence. The event was presented by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Brotherhood-Sister Circle; and featured Poetic Justice.
In addition to the keynote speaker, Alexis R. Thomas, there was an alumni panel with Dr. Kayla Ingram '14, Dr. Tavis Reed '16, Dr. Estefany Guzman '14, and Mr. Jason Barraza '17.
| | As part of Black History Month, the IRC hosted an alumni panel focused on Why I Chose My HBCU and How It Helped Me Prepare for My Career. The panel was facilitated by Dr. Anita White who was joined by 10 panelists, including four IMSA alumni: Joseph Bertrand '20, Jaida Bethell (Lewis) '15, Dr. Gary J. Kennebrew, Jr. '04, and Jayda Yancey '19. | |
ALUMNI EVENTS
Reconnect with former classmates, and meet other IMSA alumni!
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Alumni Day is Saturday, July 18, 2026. IMSA will host daytime on-campus activities, while reunion classes (2021, 2016, 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996, and 1991) will plan their own off-campus evening events. Optional informal gatherings may also take place Friday or Sunday of Reunion Weekend.
The IAA will provide guidance and resources, but they need volunteers from each class to lead the planning. No experience needed, just enthusiasm!
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London, UK - Friday, March 27, 2026
Calling all British alumni! Join IAA President Daniel Collins ’15 for a night on the town that hopefully won’t end at the Old Bailey! Venue TBD. RSVP here.
San Diego, CA - Saturday, April 25, 2026
IMSA and the IAA partner to host an event for West Coast alumni. Venue TBD. RSVP here.
Chicago, IL - Sunday, May 3, 2026
Eric Frost ’90 and Jason Orloff ’90 are teaming up to host an alumni gathering at the Paulie Gee’s in Logan Square prior to the They Might Be Giants concert that evening at the Vic Theatre in Lakeview. RSVP here.
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MORE WAYS TO ENGAGE
Giving back to current and future IMSA students!
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At IMSA, celebrating 3.14 just makes sense, but since Pi Day falls on a Saturday this year, we’re celebrating PRE-Pi Day on March 13!
We’re launching a new Day of Giving inspired by Pi Day, inviting alumni, families, faculty, staff, students, and friends to come together for 24 hours of impact. Every gift will help unlock matching funds, making your support go even further for IMSA students.
Enjoy fun Pi-themed challenges and thank-you prizes along the way, and help us multiply our impact together. Mark your calendar for 3.13!
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Vision 2033
Are you wondering how IMSA is growing, expanding its reach, and innovating more than ever? Visit Dr. Glazer's Vision 2033 page for an inside look at the work we're doing to deliver on IMSA's mission of igniting the ethical, creative, scientific minds that will advance the human condition." https://www.imsa.edu/discover-imsa/vision-2033/
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Stay Connected
Thank you for staying connected to IMSA and for the many ways you continue to support our students and community. Your engagement keeps the spirit of IMSA strong across generations. I look forward to seeing many of you at upcoming events!
Meg Junk
Alumni Relations Coordinator
mjunk@imsa.edu
alumnirelations@imsa.edu
907.630.5033
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Alumni Services
Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
1500 Sullivan Road, Aurora, IL 60506-1000
630.907.5000 | imsa.edu
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