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Biomedical Scholars Association (BSA)
Contact: Dominic Davis (ddavi158@jhmi.edu), Tanae Lewis (tlewis82@jh.edu) and Jasmine Terrell (jterrel8@jhu.edu)
Website: https://bsajhmi.org/
Info: The Biomedical Scholars Association, BSA, is an organization that unites graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and faculty who represent minority groups within the Johns Hopkins University Medical Institute community. The purposes of this association are 1) to provide a support system for every scholar who considers him or herself a minority within the Hopkins community; 2) to promote the academic and professional success of said scholars; 3) to enhance minority scholar recruitment to and retention within the Hopkins community; 4) to provide a network for career development and advancement within the scientific community and; 5) to serve our immediate community through volunteerism.
Hopkins Biotech Network (HBN)
Contact: Joshua Garcia Colon (jgarci97@jh.edu), Jingyao (Kate) Zhu (jzhu118@jh.edu), Shih Yun (Cynthia) Yen (syen9@jh.edu) and Maria Wissler (mwissle1@jhmi.edu)
Website: hopkinsbio.org
Info: HBN's mission is to create a stronger biotech community which addresses the diverse interests and career aspirations of its members. We at HBN focus on critical issues in biotechnology and seek to bridge the gap between the three main stakeholders in the biotech field: industry, academia, and government. HBN serves Johns Hopkins University trainees across all campuses and disciplines, who are interested in pursuing careers in the field of biotechnology, provide networking opportunities, skills-based professional development workshops, alumni engagement, and mentoring for aspiring entrepreneurs at many levels of training. HBN connects all JHU campuses and works closely with many University and regional partners to grow our biotechnology ecosystem. Current programs include serving as the student group partner for Nucleate Baltimore, an alumni mentorship program, and management of the Hopkins Biotech Podcast.
Johns Hopkins University Translational Neuroengineering Technologies Network (TNT Network)
Contact: Noga Mudrik (nmudrik1@jhmi.edu)
Website: https://www.jhutnt.jh.edu/
Info: The goal of this group is to provide an interactive network for anyone interested in the translational aspects of neuroengineering across the schools, departments, and divisions of Johns Hopkins University. Throughout the year, we organize monthly talks with invited speakers about cutting-edge research. We also hold panels on neuroethics and translational work/industry, have social events with students and faculty, and give students opportunities to present their work for the JHU Neuroengineering community throughout the year. To know about our events, follow us on social media and join the listserv (posted on the website linked above).
ReVison
Contact: Emily Eiss (eeiss1@jhmi.edu) and Sabrina Chen (schen265@jhmi.edu)
Website: https://jhurevision.com/
Info: ReVision offers free, confidential editing services to the JHU research community for manuscripts, grant applications, personal statements, and more.
Science In Action!
Contact: Dominique Meyer (dmeyer17@jhu.edu) and Nikita Marcou (nmarcou2@jhmi.edu)
Website: https://sia.students.jh.edu/#:~:text=Who%20we%20Are,in%20Baltimore%20city's%20public%20schools.
Info: Science in Action (SiA!-JHMI) at Johns Hopkins University is a student-led organization with the goal of promoting STEM education for elementary school students in the underserved Baltimore community, while enriching student life of the Hopkins student body. As a group of motivated scientists-in-training, we bring hands-on science lessons and demonstrations to students to help them see just how cool science can be!
Our group is led and powered by graduate student volunteers who want to make a difference in the lives of Baltimore City youth. From planning creative science lessons to applying for grants to further our work, we aim to spark a passion for science in the next generation of scientists.
Thomistic Institute
Contact: Maria Bieberich (mbieber4@jhmi.edu)
Website: https://thomisticinstitute.org/
Info: The Thomistic Institute exists to promote truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation at universities, in Catholic the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone. TI at JHMI hosts a variety of experts to speak about pressing topics in biomedical ethics, the intersection between faith and reason, and more.
Project Bridge
Contact: Jonathan Harpe (jharpe3@jh.edu), Kevin Yu (kyu14@jhu.edu) and Jacob Umans (jumans1@jh.edu)
Website: http://www.projbridge.org/
Info: The mission of Project Bridge is to both foster public interest in scientific research and sharpen our volunteers' communication skills as scientists. To meet these goals, we plan two types of events: scientific outreach events and scientific communication workshops. We hold demonstration booths at local farmers markets, science cafes, and larger events such as the Baltimore Brain Fest. To promote our growth as scientists, we elevate our communication skills through workshops. To become involved please subscribe to our list-serv.
Check out this video on our group!
Biomedical Engineering Extramural Development in Graduate Education (BME EDGE)
Contact: Marisa Morakis (mmoraki1@jh.edu) and Anthony Song (asong18@jh.edu)
Website: https://edge.bme.jhu.edu/
Info: The primary goal of BME EDGE is to enhance career development for graduate students. Following completion of training at Johns Hopkins, graduates may become grant reviewers, entrepreneurs, data analysts, industry scientists, etc. To prepare graduate students for a diverse portfolio of career paths, the board of EDGE organizes professional development workshops, invites speakers to give career talks, and supports graduate students in pursuing internships. Everyone is welcome to attend our events that are advertised through the <allgrad@lists.johnshopkins.edu> listserv. If you have suggestions for events, please contact us via bme.edge@jh.edu.
First-Generation Low-Income Scholars Alliance (FLISA)
Contact: Autumn Greco (agreco6@jhmi.edu)
Info: The First-Generation Low-Income Scholars Alliance (FLISA) is dedicated to supporting first-generation and/or low-income (FLI) graduate students and postdoctoral fellows through advocacy, community, and mentorship. By organizing community-building events, representing FLI scholar interests to the administration and JHU diversity councils, advocating for and collecting resources for FLI scholars, and creating a network of FLI graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and faculty for mentorship and professional development, we seek to empower and celebrate the FLI community. Not sure if you're FLI? Typically, first-gen students come from families in which none of their parents or guardians has a four-year college degree, and low-income students are often former Pell Grant recipients, grew up in a low-income family, or had their academic experience otherwise limited by socioeconomic status. These terms are difficult to define, and FLISA supports all students who identify as first-gen, low-income, or both, so we encourage you to join if any part of this identity resonates with you.
Hopkins Medical Orchestra (HMO)
Contact: Eleanor Hilgart (ehilgar2@jhmi.edu), Nirvani Jairam (njairam1@jhmi.edu) and Sabrina Chen (schen265@jhmi.edu)
Info: The Hopkins Medical Orchestra (HMO) is a community which supports musical activities on the East Baltimore medical campus. We organize musical ensembles and performance opportunities, with a music direction specifically focused on exploring the role of music in medicine for the wellbeing of patients, providers, and community. Our aim is to establish a community orchestra that is both inclusive and produces excellent music. Our participants include medical students, graduate students, healthcare professionals, faculty and staff, and community members. Join us on Slack or reach out by email to be added to the mailing list!
Women of Whiting (WOW)
Contact: Ellen Berry (eberry7@jhu.edu)
Info: Women of Whiting (WOW) is a student organization at Johns Hopkins University composed of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, providing women in STEM fields with community building, networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Throughout the year, we organize monthly social and professional- development events with our biggest event being the Women in STEM symposium held in the spring. If you are interested in joining WOW, please follow us on Hopkins Groups and join our Slack.
Association for Women in Science (AWIS) Baltimore
Contact: Yang Zhao(zyang63@jhu.edu)
Website: https://www.awisbaltimore.org/
Info: We are a local non-profit chapter of the Association for Women in Science (AWIS), committed to supporting the advancement of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in the Greater Baltimore area. We provide opportunities to participate in mentoring, career development, and leadership activities throughout Baltimore. AWIS, the national advocacy organization established in 1971, proudly champions the interests of women in STEM across all disciplines and employment sectors.
Socials:
Instagram @awisbaltimore
X @AWISBalt
Equal Access in Science and Medicine
Contact: Angelica Camilo-Contreras (acamilo3@jh.edu), Michaela Bostwick (mbostwi2@jh.edu) and Winnie Liu (wliu107@jhmi.edu)
Website: https://equalaccesshopkins.com/
Info: We are a student-led organization for trainees with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and mental health conditions at the East Baltimore campus. Our mission is to foster community, advocate for accessibility, and advance inclusion in science and medicine. EASM offers a range of social, educational, and advocacy programs that address accessibility across academic and clinical settings. Signature initiatives include “Donut Pairings,” which connect trainees through one-on-one conversations, and lectures that raise awareness about disability and health equity. By cultivating a supportive network and fostering dialogue across the Hopkins community, we strive to ensure that all trainees can thrive both personally and professionally.
JHGMSA (Johns Hopkins Graduate Muslim Association)
Contact: Justise Wattree (aJwattre1@jh.edu), Rafea Rafikh (mrinu@jh.edu) and Esha Kashmiri (wekashmi@jhu.edu)
Website: https://jhgmsa.mailchimpsites.com
Info: We promote interaction and communication among members of the Johns Hopkins community by organizing events and initiatives that increase understanding, education, and appreciation of Islam, and faith in general. We are dedicated to the messages of peace, tolerance, environmental stewardship, community service, health, and human rights. The JHGMSA is open to all.
All images or content within this website are original or are used with permission under the Creative Commons copyright licenses.
Created by: Juliane Liberto. Page last updated: 11/22