HIST 57

IMSA offers a uniquely challenging education for Illinois students in grades 10 -12 talented in the areas of mathematics and science. Tuition and most room and board expenses are provided by state funds. The 650 students who are enrolled in the three-year residential program participate in a unique approach to learning that is problem-centered, inquiry-based and integrative. Advanced courses emphasize connections across the disciplines.

With the objective of growing the State's Supply of technical and scientific leaders front and center, the science team at IMSA has continuously updated the curriculum to achieve the very best experience for the matriculating students. The presentation will review the evolution of the chemistry experience afforded students from the opening in 1986 to the present.