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Blue Jay Welcome Weeks: Fall 2023
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our pup friend Charlie. You can also chat with HP&WB staff about improving your well-being and learn about Student Health & Well-being resources. Charlie visits the 2nd floor lobby of the JHU SOM Armstrong Medical Education Building the 2nd Monday of each month from 12-1pm. *No visit scheduled 1/8/2024 due to winter break). For disability accommodations, please contact Carol Spencer: cspen29@jhu.edu.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our friendly pup visitor Charlie. You can also chat with HP&WB staff about improving your well-being and learn about Student Health & Well-being resources. Charlie visits the 2nd floor lobby of the JHU SOM Armstrong Medical Education Building the 2nd Monday of each month from 12-1pm. *No visit scheduled 1/8/2024 due to winter break). For disability accommodations, please contact Carol Spencer: cspen29@jhu.edu.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our friendly pup visitor Charlie. You can also chat with HP&WB staff about improving your well-being and learn about Student Health & Well-being resources. Charlie visits the 2nd floor lobby of the JHU SOM Armstrong Medical Education Building the 2nd Monday of each month from 12-1pm. *No visit scheduled 1/8/2024 due to winter break). For disability accommodations, please contact Carol Spencer: cspen29@jhu.edu.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our furry friend Charlie. You can also chat with HP&WB staff about improving your well-being and learn about Student Health & Well-being resources. Charlie visits the 2nd floor lobby of the JHU SOM Armstrong Medical Education Building the 2nd Monday of each month from 12-1pm. *No visit scheduled 1/8/2024 due to winter break). For disability accommodations, please contact Carol Spencer: cspen29@jhu.edu.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our furry friend Charlie. You can also chat with HP&WB staff about improving your well-being and learn about Student Health & Well-being resources. Charlie visits the 2nd floor lobby of the JHU SOM Armstrong Medical Education Building the 2nd Monday of each month from 12-1pm. *No visit scheduled 1/8/2024 due to winter break). For disability accommodations, please contact Carol Spencer: cspen29@jhu.edu.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Blue Jay Breaks is our monthly initiative to treat students to a surprise snack item courtesy of Hopkins Dining. This month features a spooky nacho station.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
October presents a great opportunity to highlight fresh and local flavors. Guests can enjoy a menu featuring seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients at each station at Hopkins Café, Nolan's on 33rd and Peabody Dining Hall.
Meal swipes, Dining Dollars, Jcash or credit required to enter the locations.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Each month, Hopkins Dining will feature a variety of food holidays to break the monotony of the everyday menu offerings. October's food holiday will feature National Pasta Day! Stop by Hopkins Café, Nolan's on 33rd and Peabody Dining Hall for a pasta action station feat. a variety of sauces and toppings to choose from.
Meal swipes, Dining Dollars, Jcash or credit required to enter the locations.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
This matchup last played in the Centennial Conference Championship game in their 2022 season. This will be a competitive field hockey game you won't want to miss. Come out to Homewood on October 14 at 12:00 pm. Bring your friends and if you're not sure about the rules, just cheer when the parents cheer.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
DBH Theater is rolling out the Black Broadway Red Carpet to celebrate our 30th Anniversary! We are featuring a series of acting singing performances from major theatrical pieces such as The Lion King, The Wiz, and Ragtime, as well as iconic DBH Performances like For Colored Girls, Soldier Story, Fences, and more!
Along with the show will be a buffet of food, good music, and community for all attendees! Save the date and buy your tickets now!
Please note start time change to 6pm. Thank you for your understanding.
- JHU Student Ticket
- General Admission Ticket
- DBH Gold Supporter
- DBH Diamond Supporter
- Donate to WombWork Productions
- Child Ticket
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Hoptoberfest will end with a concert in the Rec featuring COIN and Rick Ross!
- RSVP
- RSVP
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Become a VJ at your next party! Using Vizzie for Max software, this workshop will show you how to warp, layer, and filter videos and even make video effects respond to music.
6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Meet us at the Beach to be transported to Nevermore Haunt for a haunted house experience!
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Watch the Student Showcase, enjoy ice cream or apple cider, and stay for a showing of Hocus Pocus with popcorn!
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Freshman One-Acts is a show put on with freshman actors and freshman tech departments. Come see what this years freshman have to offer!
- JHU Students & Affiliates
- Non-Affiliates
- Donation (Thank you for your support!)
- Company Ticket
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Kickoff Hoptoberfest with carnival games and a pumpkin patch!
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Get oriented on the housing search process! We'll cover the different housing options in the area, factors to consider, and tips about safety and security.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The "Intro to Adobe Illustrator" workshop is a beginner-friendly session designed to introduce participants to vector graphics and empower them with the fundamental skills needed to create stunning artwork using Adobe Illustrator. Whether you're an aspiring graphic designer, an illustrator, or someone looking to explore the endless possibilities of digital art, this workshop will provide a solid foundation and hands-on experience to unlock your creativity and design prowess.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Get oriented on the housing search process! We'll cover the different housing options in the area, factors to consider, and tips about safety and security.
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Ambassador John J. Sullivan, who served as the US Ambassador to Russia from 2020 to 2022, including during the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Britney Grinier's imprisonment, and also as a Deputy Secretary of State. Ambassador Sullivan is a leader in diplomacy, with extensive experience in diplomacy and international relations, and can provide an invaluable perspective on the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Hopkins Cooking Series is our monthly initiative to teach students valuable cooking skills with a recipe specially-curated by Hopkins Dining's chefs. This month's class is hosted by Catering Executive Chef, Pedro Duarte featuring Stuffed Peppers.
Reservations required in advance through our website, https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/dining/events/classic-events/ by 10/5.
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Come climbing outdoors with the Johns Hopkins Experiential Education instructors on some really cool rocks not far away from campus! Most of our trips consist of ‘top rope’ climbing, using ropes to allow everyone to try out different climbs and safely enjoy some spectacular views from the top. No climbing experience is necessary but climbers of all levels are encouraged to come, since we select locations and climbs based on everyone’s comfort and skill levels.
On the day of the trip, we meet early in the morning and get all the necessary gear (which will be provided). Most locations are an hour away which allows us to climb till late afternoon. We always make sure to find a good spot to take a break and enjoy lunch (which always tastes so much better than normal!). We usually get back by 5pm.
Check out this link for information about registration, paperwork, and what to bring on a trip!
https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/recreation/experiential-education/trips/climbing/
IMPORTANT: Registering for this trip is committing. We understand that things come up so if you can’t make it anymore give at least one week’s notice. If you cancel later or do not show up to a trip it might affect your ability to go on other outdoor trips.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
A Family Weekend favorite! Come to hear the best of JHU A Cappella in this annual performance featuring the dynamic and tuneful a cappella groups at JHU.
Tickets are $5, and free for JHU students.
- General Admission Ticket
- JHU Student - Free
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come on Barbie, LET'S GO PARTY! Join the Junior Class Council for a sublime, sun-soaked outdoor festival at Barbie's Dreamland at the Beach! Get ready to slide into fun with exhilarating water slides while grooving to your favorite tunes. Feast on popsicles, snacks, and more. DJs. Photobooths. Yard games. Water Guns. Cup Pong. Raffles. We have it all! Don't miss out on the exclusive Barbie-themed SGA stickers.
This event is open to all classes! Juniors, don't forget to grab exclusive merch to take home a piece of the magic.
- Regular Registration
- SIF
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Work in teams and solve our mysterious clues to locate the matching buildings across campus! Top 3 fastest teams will win AMAZING PRIZES! Meet us at the Beach at 8pm promptly!
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Family Weekend is for all families of undergraduate students at Johns Hopkins University and will be held Friday, October 6 through Sunday, October 8, 2023.
Family Weekend is an opportunity for families to visit with their student and get a taste of their new home away from home. The schedule of events for the weekend is designed for families to pick and choose which events to attend throughout the weekend. You are not expected to attend every event. Please plan your weekend according to your student's schedule and interests and only register for events that fit for your family.
Once you have registered your family to attend the weekend, please register for the individual events below. Please note, not all events require registration.
A complete list of Family Weekend activities and events can also be found on our website through this link Family Engagement - Family Weekend Schedule
- Family Weekend - Please register all family members EXCEPT your student
- Family Weekend On Site Registration
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Getting bored with your regular production tricks? This workshop introduces you to Max, a software tool that can help you add variation to your sounds and process synths and samples in new and unexpected ways. Participants recommended to have some experience with digital audio production.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday night volleyball? Yes. Come watch the Blue Jays take on Stevenson at 6:00 pm on October 6. Bring your friends and get rowdy.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Friday Night Lights! Come watch the football team tackle Gettysburg on Friday, October 6th at 7:00 pm. This is a Friday night you won't want to miss.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Local Flavors is our monthly initiative to highlight local businesses & partnerships while promoting sustainability on campus. Join us for this month's Local Flavors event feat. Soupergirl! Visit Charles Street Market from 11am-1:30pm to sample their DC-based vegan soups and to learn more about where to find them on campus.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Women's Soccer will host Washington College on Homewood Field on Wednesday, October 4th at 4:00 PM. Come watch a great matchup between two Maryland schools!
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday nights at Homewood never looked so good. Come out to watch our Blue Jays play Stevenson on Wednesday, October 4 at 7:00 pm. Pick up a to go box from the dining hall and enjoy your dinner while watching the game.
Fri, Oct 06, 2023 11:00 AM
Student Affairs and Public Safety are proud to present an inaugural program for Homewood undergraduate and graduate students: Secure Your Nest: Blue Jay Safety Week.
October is National Crime Prevention Month, and as many of our new Blue Jays are living away from home for the first time, we want to be able to provide them with resources and guidance to keep themselves and others safe. Safety Week is also a great opportunity for returning students to brush up on their situational awareness and learn tips for staying safe when living off-campus.
Secure Your Nest will take place October 2-6.
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Come climbing outdoors with the Johns Hopkins Experiential Education instructors on some really cool rocks not far away from campus! Most of our trips consist of ‘top rope’ climbing, using ropes to allow everyone to try out different climbs and safely enjoy some spectacular views from the top. No climbing experience is necessary but climbers of all levels are encouraged to come, since we select locations and climbs based on everyone’s comfort and skill levels.
On the day of the trip, we meet early in the morning and get all the necessary gear (which will be provided). Most locations are an hour away which allows us to climb till late afternoon. We always make sure to find a good spot to take a break and enjoy lunch (which always tastes so much better than normal!). We usually get back by 5pm.
Check out this link for information about registration, paperwork, and what to bring on a trip!
https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/recreation/experiential-education/trips/climbing/
Please be considerate of other students and only register for 2 trips per
semester. All of our trips are free because we want to give everyone the opportunity to explore the outdoors with us.
IMPORTANT: Registering for this trip is committing. We understand that things come up so if you can’t make it anymore give at least one week’s notice. If you cancel later or do not show up to a trip it might affect your ability to go on other outdoor trips.
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Come with us to enjoy a spooky~~ day & night at Six Flags America, tickets are only $5 (for $80 value!!) and include transportation to and from, as well as admission to special Fright Fest attractions within the theme park!
- RSVP
- RSVP
7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Each month, Hopkins Dining will feature a variety of food holidays to break the monotony of the everyday menu offerings. August & September's food holiday will feature National Coffee Day! Stop by Levering Café and Charles Street Market for a FREE Hopkins Dining Tumbler with the purchase of any sized coffee beverage.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Each month, Hopkins Dining will feature a variety of food holidays to break the monotony of the everyday menu offerings. August & September's food holiday is National Coffee Day, featuring a different buzzworthy coffee station at each location. It's not just your average cup of joe.
Hopkins Café will offer Shaken Iced Coffee.
Nolan's on 33rd will offer Nitro Brew Coffee.
Peabody will offer Iced Coffee and Vietnamese Coffee.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Visiting Artist Sydney Finch leads an introduction to CLO3D, a powerful software tool for fashion designers to create and virtually model wearable textiles.
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Johns Hopkins University invites students, faculty, staff, and their families to a screening of the animated hit movie "Sing" on the big screen at Homewood Field. Advance registration is required.
Free parking will be available in the Muller Deck near Homewood Field beginning at 6:30 p.m. Gates open at 7 p.m. with the movie beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Guests will receive free giveaways when they arrive at Homewood Field. Per field rules to protect the turf, no outside food or drink permitted. In the event of rain, movie night will be canceled and registrants will be notified by email.
For more information, contact the board office at 410-516-8132, or email BoardOffice@jhu.edu.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Join the Center for Diversity and Inclusion in celebration of Latinx/e Heritage Month with a luncheon and great speakers/performances. Food will be provided. The Latinx/e community is a diverse and influential part of the American and global diaspora. These influences span across the globe and we are looking forward to sharing the cultural impact throughout our world and at JHU.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Join the HOP for a lunch break!
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The "Livestreaming with OBS" workshop is designed for content creators, gamers, educators, and anyone eager to harness the power of live video broadcasting. This comprehensive workshop focuses on leveraging Open Broadcaster Software (OBS), a versatile and popular open-source tool to produce professional-grade livestreams, connecting you with your audience in real-time like never before.
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Come join GRO for our weekly coffee hour!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Water Polo will host George Washington at the Athletic Center Pool on Sunday, September 24th at 11:00 AM. A great way to spend your Sunday!
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
We are excited to extend an invitation to an in-person immigration workshop to teach you all about the available options you have once you graduate. Join us for Brunch on Sept 23rd 2023 in Mudd 26, where you will be able to hear focused information from an experienced immigration law firm: Jackson Lewis PC
The room can hold a maximum of 380 people. Hence, once we reach 380 people, the doors will be closed. Please, arrive early to ensure a spot!
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Volleyball will host Mount Union on Saturday, September 23, at 12:30 pm. Come out and support!
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
What could be better than hanging out with some friends on a Saturday night watching the volleyball team tackle Salisbury? Few things top this experience. 5:30 pm. Be there.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for a New Years celebration filled with good eats, fun tunes, and dancing.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Water Polo will host Bucknell at the Athletic Center Pool on Saturday, September 23rd at 7:00 PM. Come watch the Blue Jays in their first home game of the season!
Sun, Sep 24, 2023 5:00 PM
Join Experiential Education for an extended overnight trip on the trail! You will have the opportunity to get away from Baltimore and immerse yourself in nature. You will learn useful outdoor skills such as cooking your food while camping, pitching a shelter, and purifying water. This trip is open to people with all levels of camping experience, so don’t be afraid to give it a try!
Backpacks, sleeping bags, and bedrolls will all be provided. Make sure you have comfortable shoes to hike in (either broken in hiking boots or running shoes work great). Expect to leave early on Saturday morning and be back Sunday afternoon.
Check out this link for information about registration, paperwork, and what to bring on a trip!
https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/recreation/experiential-education/trips/backpacking-hiking/
Please be considerate of other students and only register for 2 trips per
semester. All of our trips are free because we want to give everyone the opportunity to explore the outdoors with us.
IMPORTANT: Registering for this trip is committing. We understand that things come up so if you can’t make it anymore give at least one week’s notice. If you cancel later or do not show up to a trip it might affect your ability to go on other outdoor trips.
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Hopkins Volleyball is back in Baltimore! Come out to Goldfarb on Friday, September 22 at 6:30 pm to watch the Blue Jays play Scranton for their first game in the Hopkins Invitational. It's a great way to spend a Friday.
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Nights @ Hopkins' weekly Thursday trivia night at the LaB. Prizes will be given to the winning team! Teams will have a maximum of six people and the top 3 teams will receive prizes. Come with friends or come alone and make new (cooler) friends :)
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The first day of Autumn is Saturday, September 23 and there's no better way to celebrate the new season than with Fall Fest. Celebrate at one of our residential locations with a seasonally-inspired menu at each station and fall-themed decorations.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Enjoy the fall weather on Wednesday, September 20 at 4:00 pm. After your classes are done from the day, unwind at Homewood and watch our field hockey team take on Messiah.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Women's Soccer will host Dickinson on Homewood Field on Wednesday, September 20th at 7:00 PM. Come watch a rematch of the Centennial Conference Championship from last year!
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join us in a Nailed It! style cupcake decorating competition where you can win AMAZING prizes with your hidden pastry chef talents! All supplies are provided.
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Screening of the movie, GOAT, to raise awareness of the dangers of hazing.
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hopkins Votes is participating in National Voter Registration Day! Tables will be set up around campus in front of Levering, Hopkins Cafe, in the Breezeway, and at Peabody (5-7pm) to help register students to vote and give out Hopkins Votes gifts. If you are interested in volunteering please go to: https://tabbcenter.library.jhu.edu/fellowships/first-year-fellows/
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Come join GRO for our weekly coffee hour!
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hazing Awareness tabling and free donuts.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Join us at the Imagine Center or online to learn more about SMILE while assembling your own charcuterie board!
Space is limited due to supplies and registration in advance is requested.
If you are no longer coming, please unsignup so that someone else is able to come.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Guest Speaker to present on the dangers of hazing and the real-life implication of it.
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Join the BSU for a calm and fun night to end Welcome Black Weekend off by watching an educational film!
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Men's Soccer will host Muhlenberg on Homewood Field on Saturday, September 16th at 1:00 PM. Come watch the men's soccer team in their first home conference game of the season!
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
BMES Social Event for freshman! Come join us for free gelato and fun outgoor games at Decker Quad from 2:30-4:30pm on 9/16/23.
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come join Black affinity organizations on campus for a Blackjay cookout. There will be food, games, music, and all your favorite people!
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Women's Soccer will host Muhlenberg on Homewood Field on Saturday, September 16th at 4:00 PM. Come out and support the Jays for their first conference game of the season!
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Blue Jay Breaks is our monthly initiative to treat students to a surprise snack item courtesy of Hopkins Dining. This month features a liquid nitrogen ice cream station.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
A water bottle giveaway with supplies to decorate them!
8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Join the Black Student Union for a night of fun and competition for day one of Welcome Black Weekend!
Sat, Sep 16, 2023 6:30 PM
Little Amal is a 12 foot puppet of a 10 year old Syrian refugee child. She carries a message of hope for displaced people everywhere, especially children who have been separated from their families.
Little Amal will be walking in Baltimore on Friday, September 15 and Saturday, September 16 at the following locations:
Saturday, September 15:
4 p.m. at City Hall
Sunday, September 16:
11 a.m. at Rash Field
2 p.m. at Patterson Park
4:30 p.m. at Robert C. Marshall Park
For more information, visit https://walkwithamal.org/events/ and follow @walkwithamal on Instagram.
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Discover exciting student job opportunities through SMILE at Hopkins Cafe! Join us for a chance to explore internships, part-time jobs, and other forms of student employment at Hopkins. Don't miss out on this opportunity to ask question our staff about SMILE and how you can use it to find your perfect job match!
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Nights @ Hopkins' weekly Thursday trivia night at the LaB. Prizes will be given to the winning team! Teams will have a maximum of six people and the top 3 teams will receive prizes. Come with friends or come alone and make new (cooler) friends :)
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come out and support the nationally ranked field hockey team as they take on Salisbury for their home opener. Enjoy the nice fall weather on September 13 at 6:00 pm.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Take a break from studying to grab a treat with the HOP!
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
*Please note: Date change for September and October! September is now Monday, 9/11. Come join HP&WB for snuggles with our furry friend Daisy. You can also chat with HP&WB staff to earn more about Student Health & Well-being resources.
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Hopkins Cooking Series is our monthly initiative to teach students valuable cooking skills with a recipe specially-curated by Hopkins Dining's chefs. This month's class is hosted by Executive Sous Chef, Nick Wood featuring Eggs Benedict.
Reservations required in advance through our website, https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/dining/events/classic-events/ by 9/7.
Tue, Sep 12, 2023 12:00 AM
Celebrate the start of the Jewish new year!
1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Attend a performance through the HopArt program, free of cost, thanks to the Parent's Fund. RSVP to be entered into the ticket lottery. Participants will be confirmed 5-7 days before each event. Students will attend with faculty or staff chaperones, enjoy a meal out, and transportation is provided to and from JHU. Available to undergraduates only.
Offering a fresh perspective on Ibsen’s timeless classic, Schultz’s adaptation of A Doll’s House invites audiences to engage with updated themes of gender, power, and identity while holding true to the playwright’s original intentions. The play follows the story of Nora, a young wife and mother, who appears to have a perfect life with her husband Torvald. However, Nora has been keeping a secret from her husband that threatens to unravel her entire world. When we lose ourselves to the expectations of the roles we fulfill, how long before we must slam the door to find ourselves again?
Departure for this program will be at 1pm for Everyman Theater, 2pm performance, with optional dinner after the concert. Registration to enter the lottery ends Sept. 1 at noon.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Men's Soccer will host Hobart on Homewood Field on Sunday, September 10th at 2:00 PM. Come watch your men's soccer team in their second game of the Blue Jay Invitational!
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Join our outdoors instructors on a local day hike. No hiking experience is necessary— chosen hiking trails are not strenuous or technical and the group will hike at the pace that is most comfortable for all participants. Hikes typically pause halfway at a scenic vista where participants can have lunch and take in the views before concluding the hike. Past trips have visited trails such as Annapolis Rock and Liberty Reservoir. We usually get back by 3pm.
Check out this link for information about registration, paperwork, and what to bring on a trip!
https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/recreation/experiential-education/trips/backpacking-hiking/
IMPORTANT: Registering for this trip is committing. We understand that things come up so if you can’t make it anymore give at least one week’s notice. If you cancel later or do not show up to a trip it might affect your ability to go on other outdoors trips.
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Come cheer us on at Inner Harbor as we race against other dragon boat teams from the area! Races will occur throughout the day, and specific schedules for the Hopkins team will be revealed closer to the event date. For more information: https://dragonboatsbaltimore.org/
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
The FLI Ice Cream Social is BACK!!! Join us and your fellow FLI peers this week for lawn games, music, and camaraderie over Taharka Brothers ice cream! Don’t miss the opportunity to get giveaways and meet alums. RSVP today!
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Men's Soccer will host Lycoming on Homewood Field on Saturday, September 9th at 1:30PM. A great way to start your weekend!
1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Burst the Bubble! See Baltimore and explore historic neighborhoods on the Westside. Bring your roomies to a cultural afternoon in the park and immerse yourself in jazz and blues. Never heard jazz before? No problem -- the performance updates America’s classical music with a contemporary sound for all to enjoy. Transportation to this free outdoor concert is available.
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come out and support Hopkins Football on Saturday September, 9 at 6:00 pm. Bring your friends!
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Try out FREE Modern Dance Classes, Sept. 6 ad 8. Try it out and sign up for the full semester if you wish. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing, more info here: https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/homewoodarts/dance-classes/
Must show JHU ID to access AMR MPR in AMR I. Open to all JHU students.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Join us outside for a fun night of campfire activities and make your own s'mores!
Sat, Sep 09, 2023 2:45 AM
Let's do the time warp again! Join us as JHU's Rocky Horror Picture Show Club performs a shadow casting of the cult classic movie. The door opens at 11:45 pm and the show starts at midnight. The cost is $4 per person (or $2 in costume) and you pay at the door! FREE if you've never seen the show.
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Freebies and crafts to add some spice to your dorm room!
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Local Flavors is our monthly initiative to highlight local businesses & partnerships while promoting sustainability on campus. This month features Moore Crunch, a company that specializes in deliciously seasoned mini, crunchy pretzels and is autistic owned & operated in Maryland.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Men's Soccer will host Gettysburg on Homewood Field on Saturday, October 7th at 1:00 PM. A great way to spend your Saturday!
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Try out FREE Ballet Classes Sept. 5 and 7. Try it out and sign up for the full semester if you wish. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing, more info here: https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/homewoodarts/dance-classes/
Must show JHU ID to access AMR MPR in AMR I. Open to all JHU students.
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Discover exciting student job opportunities through SMILE at Hopkins Cafe! Join us for a chance to explore internships, part-time jobs, and other forms of student employment at Hopkins. Don't miss out on this opportunity to ask question our staff about SMILE and how you can use it to find your perfect job match!
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Nights @ Hopkins' weekly Thursday trivia night at the LaB. Prizes will be given to the winning team! Teams will have a maximum of six people and the top 3 teams will receive prizes. Come with friends or come alone and make new (cooler) friends :)
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
A tabling event for interested students to pass by and talk to members of APTT about the club.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The "Photoshop for Photographs" workshop is a comprehensive and hands-on learning experience designed to equip photographers with essential skills in Adobe Photoshop to enhance and perfect their images. Tailored specifically for photography enthusiasts, this workshop covers fundamental and advanced techniques to elevate the visual impact of their photos while maintaining authenticity and creativity.
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Try out FREE Modern Dance Classes, Sept. 6 ad 8. Try it out and sign up for the full semester if you wish. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing, more info here: https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/homewoodarts/dance-classes/
Must show JHU ID to access AMR MPR in AMR I. Open to all JHU students.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Women's Soccer will host Messiah College on Wednesday, September 6th at 7:00 PM. Come out to support this rivalry between two soccer powerhouses!
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Info session about the fraternities and sororities on campus. Fraternities will be in Salon C; Sororities will be in Salons A & B
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Join the HOP at the Beach for a fun afternoon tie-dying t-shirts!!
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join us at the Imagine Center or online to get help in creating a SMILE account and also get all your questions about University Experiential Learning answered by our staff!
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Try out FREE Ballet Classes Sept. 5 and 7. Try it out and sign up for the full semester if you wish. Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing, more info here: https://studentaffairs.jhu.edu/homewoodarts/dance-classes/
Must show JHU ID to access AMR MPR in AMR I. Open to all JHU students.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
You may have seen the DMC and Makerspace's interactive light installation "Persephone: Four Seasons" at Lighting of the Quads 2022 – we're teaming up again to create a new project for this year's event! Join us for a short info and brainstorming session.
Looking for designers, artists, makers, and programmers — or just creative people who want to be a part of illuminating a campus tradition.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come and see all that JHU dance has to offer. Featuring the wide array of dance groups in one amazing performance, experience these groups again or for the first time. Shriver performance will be followed by a meet and greet recruiting event in the Glass Pavilion, around 8:30pm, once the show ends.
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Following the 7pm Shriver OShow performance, this event will be an opportunity to meet the dance groups, sign up to participate, and more. This event will start at approximately 8:30pm, once the Shriver OShow is finished!
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Women's Soccer will host Scranton on Homewood field on Sunday, September 3rd at 2:30 PM. Come enjoy the nice weather while watching your favorite Jays!
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Come celebrate and welcome back our National Champions to Homewood Field! There will be free food and spirit giveaways for students during the Women's Soccer game on Sunday, September 3rd at 2PM.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Come out to celebrate the first week of classes at the Blue Jay Opening Day Tailgate! Free food, t-shirts, and giveaways for ALL students at the Athletics and Recreation Circle before the Football and Volleyball games. Sponsored by the Parents Fund.
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Home opener for the Hopkins Football team at 12:00 pm on Saturday, September 2. Be there! It's a great way to enjoy a Saturday.
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Volleyball takes on Beloit for their second game in their opening tournament on Saturday, September 2 at 1:00 pm. Come out to watch the blue jays!
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wittenberg is in trouble Saturday, September 2 as they face our blue jays in the final game of their opening tournament. Come out and support the team at 5:00 pm
Mon, Sep 04, 2023 1:00 PM
Join the JHU Outdoors instructors for an extended overnight trip on the trail! You will have the opportunity to get away from Baltimore and immerse yourself in nature. You will learn useful outdoor skills such as cooking your food while camping, pitching a shelter, and purifying water. This trip is open to people with all levels of camping experience, so don’t be afraid to give it a try!
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Want to learn about the 400+ registered student organizations on campus? Well check out the SIF fair!
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Learn the basics of recording audio for music, podcasting, or streaming with DMC resources!
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Women's Soccer will host Sewanee on Homewood Field on Friday, September 1st at 5:00 PM. A great way to spend your Friday Night watching your reigning National Champs!
5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
A celebration of cultural student organizations, departmental contacts, and ways to connect and find your community at Hopkins!
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Come and support the volleyball team as they take on the defending DIII NCAA Champions from Juniata in their home opener. This Friday night game is the perfect cap to the first week of classes. See you in Goldfarb on Friday, September 1, at 6:00 pm. This is a match you won't want to miss.
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
To celebrate the start of Blue Jay Opening Weekend and the first week of classes, there will be a Hopkins Spirit Raffle at the Volleyball game Friday, September 1st at 6PM. Come wear your Hopkins gear for the chance to win a prize! Prize will be given out after the 2nd set.
8:00 PM – 11:55 PM
Come see what JHU has to offer for theater and improv groups on campus! There will be an event afterward where you can learn more about the groups you're interested in!
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join the Junior Class Council and Student Health and Wellbeing Dietitian, Rayven, for an informational event, focused on providing tips and tricks to make the transition of living independently easier. Topics such as grocery shopping on a budget, meal planning tips, and convenient snacks for when you’re on the go will be covered. Representatives from other offices such as Student Outreach and Support and the Behavioral Health Crisis Support Team will be present as well to offer resources and support.
There will be special prizes and giveaways for the first 10 attendees as well as those who engage with presenters! See you there.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Kick-off the new academic year with the Blue Jay Bash! Join Hopkins Dining for an outdoor food festival featuring local food vendors, outdoor games, music and more. This event will replace normal dinner service at Hopkins Café & Nolan's and will be available to all meal plan holders. BBQ themed menu.
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Discover exciting student job opportunities through SMILE at Hopkins Cafe! Join us for a chance to explore internships, part-time jobs, and other forms of student employment at Hopkins. Don't miss out on this opportunity to ask question our staff about SMILE and how you can use it to find your perfect job match!
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Tabling Event for all members of fraternity and sorority life.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The Interfaith Center invites JHU staff, students, campus partners, and faculty to our Open house on August 30th from 4-6 PM at the Interfaith Center. Join us for a time of connection, community, and ICE CREAM as we ring in the Fall Semester!
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Drop by the Life Design Lab's table outside of Hopkins Cafe and pick up a packet of flower seeds! Attached will be tips to help you start your life design journey. We'll also have resources on how to apply for jobs on campus, how to find your Life Design Educator, and we'll be able to answer any questions you may have as we enter the Fall semester!
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Join us at the Imagine Center or online to get help in creating a SMILE account and also get all your questions about University Experiential Learning answered by our staff!
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Learn how to operate the DMC Intro DSLR cameras, practice smart file management, and take great photos!
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Come celebrate the first day of school with us! Join us for food, lawn games, and growing your friend group!
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
BBQ night to socialize and enjoy some good food for new grad students
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Come celebrate the first day of classes in The O'Conner Center for Health and Well-Being. This event will have virtual reality attractions and a headphone disco party.
7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Kick off the Fall semester at the Rec with an open-air Vinyasa Yoga Flow class lead by Amber! Yoga Under the Stars will be held on the front lawn at the rec. Yoga mats are provided for use at the event (limited supply so bring your own if you have one!). In the event of inclement weather, the class will be held upstairs on the 3rd Floor, MPR B