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Photo Gallery: Student ICE Protest Walkout

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Neena Atkins and Allie Faber
January 30, 2026
Students stand in front of the Chesnut Market gas station on Ashford Avenue. Mason Dwek '26 led the demonstrators in a chant, and, at the end of the school day, took the train into New York City to join additional protests.
Students stand in front of the Chesnut Market gas station on Ashford Avenue. Mason Dwek ’26 led the demonstrators in a chant, and, at the end of the school day, took the train into New York City to join additional protests.
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On Thursday, students began to receive emails from their class presidents notifying them of the walk out. Many students also posted flyers on their social media.
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