Blue Jay Welcome Weeks: Spring 2025

Drop by the Interfaith Center (3509 N Charles St) every Thursday for a fun afternoon of crafting, tea and ice cream! From painting to crocheting, drawing, to jewelry making and everything in between - we’ve got you covered. Chat with the chaplains, be creative and enjoy a soul care break. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Come and enjoy each other's company and eat some great food within the Center for Diversity and Inclusion. Held on Thursday from 3:30-5pm. All students welcome.

Learn to knit and crochet and have a cozy evening with the HOP!

Come join us and have a good laugh watching fellow peers and a professional comedian do their act.

Each month, Hopkins Dining will feature a variety of food holidays to break the monotony of the everyday menu offerings. January/February's food holiday will feature National Hot Chocolate Day! Stop by Hopkins Café, Nolan's on 33rd and Peabody Dining Hall for a break from the first day of classes for a hot chocolate bar.

Dining hall entry is required for this event, payment is accepted in meal swipes, Dining Dollars, Jcash and Credit.

Stop by our table to get a treat and learn more about the HOP!

Come learn about involvement opportunities with our student organizations and campus departments at Johns Hopkins University!

Learn about exciting FLI programs, explore tools and support for FLI students, and meet fellow students and FLI Network members.

Come cheer on wrestling as they challenge McDaniel on Friday, January 31st at 7:00pm. Let's go hop!

Bake It Till You Make It returns for an all new seasonal experience! Come join us and Dayna Altman as we learn how to use baking not just for making delicious treats, but also as a way to calm ourselves!

Come watch as men's basketball takes on Haverford on Saturday, February 1st at 3:00pm.

Are you looking to create a special gift for your significant other this Valentine's Day? Join us at the Makerspace and learn how to utilize our laser cutters to make this year's holiday extra memorable.

Culture Kitchen is Hopkins Dining's series geared towards celebrating culture & community through cuisine. Each month, a cultural, chef-inspired dish will be featured in our retail dining locations for a limited time. This month's Culture Kitchen special at Levering Kitchens features our own Sous Chef Jade McCalla’s Haitian Meatballs (Boulee) with Black Bean Sauce (Sos Pwa), Scented Rice, Pickled Vegetables (Pikliz) and Avocado.

What concerns do you have about living off-campus? What do you wish you’d known before you moved? We want to know!

Join the conversation over pizza and discuss your experiences after moving from the residence halls to the real world. Help us understand how we can better prepare students and create a masterpiece to brighten your space!

🌍 Dreaming of studying abroad? Ready to take your education global? 🌍
Join us for the JHU Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday, Feb 4th, 2025, from 5-7 PM, in the Glass Pavilion! With 400+ programs to choose from, this is your chance to explore life-changing opportunities. Meet reps from @jhumadrid , faculty leaders, study abroad providers, and program alums who’ve been there, done that! 🌟
Don’t miss out on this epic chance to start planning your global adventure! Register now on Campus Groups! ✈️

Make your own stuffed plush!

Join Religious and Spiritual Life for free brunch at the Interfaith Center (3509 N Charles) every Wednesday from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Join us as we review the process for finding housing for the upcoming year. Students will leave understanding their options, where to start, and what to look for.

Come watch as women's basketball takes on Gettysburg on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00pm.

Come along for a Blue Jay Community Walk! Learn about the assets and history of our charming neighborhood. Arrive at CSC by 10:50am for 11am departure. Community Walks are approximately 45mins in duration.

Join Religious and Spiritual Life for free brunch at the Interfaith Center (3509 N Charles) every Wednesday from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Join Hopkins Dining and come celebrate the beginning of the Lunar New Year, this year is the year of the snake. Visit Hopkins Café or Peabody for some delicious food including Steamed Fish, Kimchi Fried Rice, Broccoli & Braised Bok Choy, Szechuan Eggplant, Szechuan Green Beans, Sesame Mushrooms & Cauliflower Fried Rice, Longevity Noodles, Lo Mein (Chicken & Veggie), Kryoto Udon & Pad Thai Noodles, Chicken Potstickers, Pork Potstickers, Edamame Dumpling, Kale & Veggie Dumplings & Dipping Sauces, and Bao/Lettuce Cups.

Dining hall entry is required for this event, payment is accepted in meal swipes, Dining Dollars, Jcash and Credit.

Get ready for a night of laughter, competition, and friendly rivalry! Whether you're a board game pro or a casual card player, there's something for everyone. Let the games begin!

Join us and our partner this week Off-Campus Housing this Tuesday Jan, 28 from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Breezeway for Hopkins gloves giveaway with snacks! Be sure to wear your Hopkins gear or something blue to be eligible for the giveaway. GO HOP! Sponsored by Student Affairs and Off-Campus Housing.

Come learn more about what it means to be a Tutorial Project tutor. We have Mon/Wedn or Tues/Thursday tutor positions.

Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful! We’re excited to invite you to a Financial Wellness webinar that will help you approach tax season with confidence and ease – hosted by a finance expert.

Join us for How Not to Stress During Tax Season: An Overview of Taxes on Monday, January 27th from 5:00 - 6:00 pm EST on Zoom. This session will equip you with essential knowledge about the individual tax process, offering practical tips to reduce anxiety and help you navigate tax season successfully.

Come learn more about what it means to be a Tutorial Project tutor. We have Mon/Wedn or Tues/Thursday tutor positions.

Come learn more about what it means to be a Tutorial Project tutor. We have Mon/Wedn or Tues/Thursday tutor positions.

Come watch as men's basketball takes on Mary Washington on Monday, January 27th at 7:00pm.

Men's swimming takes on F&M on Saturday, January 25th at 12:00pm. Be there!

Women's swimming takes on F&M on Saturday, January 25th at 12:00pm. Be there.

Ready, set, slide! Grab a tube and race down the snowy slopes for a thrilling ride. Whether you're sliding solo or racing your friends, snow tubing is the perfect way to embrace the winter chill with tons of laughs and adrenaline-filled moments. Transportation to the site and back will be provided for up to 55 students! Dress warmly!
Ice skating is also included, though you must pay $5 for stake rentals. You will also be given a $10 pre-paid card to use at the arcade!

Shuttle will pick up and drop off from Homewood Campus. More details will be sent directly to those who have registered.

Welcome Back Bluejays!

Student Transitions and Family Engagement invites all Hopkins students to participate in Playfair: The Ultimate Ice Breaker! Join us for an evening of fun getting to know fellow students and end the evening with an Ultimate Rock Paper Scissors tournament for a chance to win a $100 Amazon Shopping Spree!

Wrestling takes on Ursinus on Friday, January 24th at 7:00pm. Be there.

Come decorate cupcakes with the HOP!

Drop by the Interfaith Center (3509 N Charles St) every Thursday for a fun afternoon of crafting, tea and ice cream! From painting to crocheting, drawing, to jewelry making and everything in between - we’ve got you covered. Chat with the chaplains, be creative and enjoy a soul care break. Supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Join us at The LaB for weekly trivia and a chance to win a prize. Every week there is a different theme and thus a different prize.

Join Religious and Spiritual Life for free brunch at the Interfaith Center (3509 N Charles) every Wednesday from 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Cheer on women's basketball as they challenge McDaniel on Wednesday, January 22nd at 6:00pm. Let's go hop!

Unleash your inner artist at Paint Night! Grab your friends, some brushes, and let your creativity flow as you create your very own piece of art! You can also learn and get advice from Theresa Howard, an expert in the arts! Supplies will be provided and no experience is required!

Cheer on men's basketball as they challenge McDaniel on Wednesday, January 22nd at 8:00pm. Let's go hop!

Stressball giveaway and snacks for the first Blue Jay Tuesday of the semester for those who are wearing blue or Hopkins gear. Note new location due to cold temps. Happy First Day of Classes!

Come relax in a massage chair, enjoy some aromatherapy, and get back into a healthy headspace at the start of the spring semester! Sponsored by LEED and the Hopkins Family Fund.