Yare
“Yare” is the grassy area in the middle of Circle Drive named for the prominent blue statue in the field. Originally sculpted to depict the different letters of the word “Year” the sculpture was referred to as “Yare” by IMSA students long ago and generations later it still serves as a place to enjoy the outdoors. Students can often be seen playing frisbee, soccer, flag football or just reading a book in the grass in this common area.
Artist
Scott Wallace
Creation Date
1986
Medium Type
Sculpture, iron
Acquisition
Donated by Garbe Iron Works
Entelechy and Labyrinth
Labyrinth
Incorporating the Fibonacci sequence or (golden rectangle), colored pavers were used to create the 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13 sequence within the bricks of the Labyrinth. As a border around the outside of this beautiful six circuit labyrinth, alternating colors of pavers to encode the Fibonacci sequence, in one band of pavers and the prime number sequence in the next.
Artist
built by Marty Kermeen, Design collaboration with Jeff Saward
Entelechy
Entelechy when translated means "the actualization of potential." It was erected near the east entrance of the Academy in the fall of 1992 and took Illinois artist Bruce White eight months to create.
Artist
Bruce White
Medium Type
Sculpture, bronze and stainless steel
Location
Near East Entrance
02 & 05 Slabs
The Slabs are located in two areas on campus, outside of 1502 and 1505. Both areas are mini amphitheaters designed to house outdoor classes and discussions. Many faculty members utilize these areas when the weather is nice, but more often you’ll find students using this area to get some fresh air. The 05 Slabs also has a fire pit where Resident Counselors can host campus cookouts and camp fires.
Pavillion
Located just south of the Residence Halls, the Student Pavilion provides an outdoor meeting and hangout space for students and overlooks IMSA's pond.
"No Pond"
"No Pond" provides a beautiful view for students living in 1505, 1506, and 1507. This water feature is surrounded by benches and picnic tables to give students a retreat in nature without leaving campus. Unfortunately, there is no swimming, no fishing, no ice skating, and no boating on this small pond, so some of the first IMSA students named it "No Pond." The name fit so well, you can even find it featured on Google Maps when viewing our campus!
Student Union
The Student Union is designed as a space for students to relax and have fun. Furnished with ping pong tables, comfy furniture, and even a mirror wall and dance floor, students can unwind in this space built for fun!
Gym
The Main Gym hosts a number of IMSA’s IHSA athletic competitions. IMSA participates in over 15 IHSA sports and co-curricular activities. Students also use the gym during the Wellness classes offered at IMSA. Instead of traditional PE classes, IMSA’s Wellness curriculum focuses on helping students live a healthier lifestyle by exploring topics relating to physical activity, healthy eating, and stress management.
Fitness Center
Students can often be seen in the Fitness Center during their Wellness classes, but they can also use any of the exercise equipment between classes or after school. The Fitness Center features a full array of free weights, weight machines, and cardio equipment. During the day, this space is monitored by a certified fitness instructor and in the evenings it is monitored by other trained adults to ensure students are using the equipment safely during their workouts.
Music and Band Classrooms
IMSA offers classes in choir, orchestra, and band. Auditions are required for orchestra and band. The music wing also hosts practice rooms equipped with a piano for students to practice throughout the day.
Auditorium
The auditorium is our largest classroom and central assembly space where the IMSA experience comes alive with academic programming, cultural celebrations, curricular and creative activities such as drama and music.
Student Affairs Office
The Student Affairs office is used as first line contact for students and parents to get answers to questions or get help. Area overseen in the office include: Athletics, Attendance, Campus Activities, Student Discipline, Food Service, Health Care, Laundry Service, Leadership Education, Residence Life, Service Learning, School Counseling and Vending Service.
Old Caf
When IMSA first opened, this area was the original location of IMSA’s cafeteria. Once a new cafeteria was constructed, this area was fondly named the “Old Caf'' and the name stuck! Now this space is an area for students to relax between classes, host dances, and meet with friends before or after a meal. Students can even challenge friends to a game of chess on the Old Caf’s life size chess board!
TV Pit
When IMSA first opened, students actually lived IN the Main Building while the residence halls were being constructed. During this time, the TV Pit was exactly what it sounds like, a pit with a TV! While there’s no longer a TV there, the TV Pit still serves as a gathering place for students in the Main Building. Throughout the day, students can be seen studying, holding club meetings, or just meeting with friends.