InLight Magazine
by Sara Romeyn, Ph.D. - Director, Humanities and Global Studies Signature Program
Imagine a magazine that allows students to share their identity, perspectives, reflections and dreams. Imagine a publication that is deeply personal, but seeks to shape and influence the culture of a community. Now, imagine a school that supports and funds such a magazine. This world exists! Last year, Bullis School students published two issues of Insight Magazine and plans are well underway to continue publication in the 2018–19 school year.
» View the latest issue of InLight Magazine
Insight Magazine (now known as InLight Magazine, but for references to last year I will use the old name) was founded at Sidwell Friends School by Max and Sam Strickberger as a forum devoted to diversity and the exploration of different cultures and experiences. The magazine has grown and spread to other independent schools, and it came to Bullis largely due to the initiative and leadership of Sydney Smith, Bullis '18. Sydney participated in Operation Understanding DC, a partnership of Jewish students and African American students, with the Strickbergers. She believed that the magazine would be a great fit for Bullis. In August 2017, Sydney, Jocelyn Quinn '18, Diversity Committee Chair Bryan Whitford and I attended a workshop at Sidwell Friends and learned about how to launch the publication at our own school. Both Jocelyn and Sydney were enrolled in the Humanities and Global Studies Capstone and it fit to have the magazine originate out of this class. Last year, our 145 Bullis seniors were given the option to complete a Capstone project in one of four Signature Program areas. I direct the program for the 15 students who chose to focus on Humanities and Global Studies. I was thrilled to serve as the faculty sponsor for the magazine and give the students any support and guidance behind-the-scenes.
