September 29, 2025

It’s hard to believe September is already coming to a close and October is right around the corner! 🍁 Classes are in full swing, campus is buzzing with activity, and fall is slowly settling in. As you balance rehearsals, assignments, and crisp autumn days, take a moment to catch up with this week’s Buzz- your guide to upcoming events, opportunities, and ways to stay connected at Peabody

Events

Johns Hopkins University learners have free, confidential, 24/7 access to virtual care services with TimelyCare. You have access to the following services:  

MedicalNow: On-demand support for common health issues, including cold, flu, and allergies. 

TalkNow: 24/7, on-demand emotional support to talk about anything, including anxiety, relationships, depression, and school-related stressors. 

Scheduled Medical: Choose the day, time, and medical provider that best works for you. 

Scheduled Counseling: Choose the day, time, and mental health provider that works best for you. (12 visits per year) 

Psychiatry: Appointments are available through referrals in Primary Care and Mental Health Services. 

Self-Care Content: Visit the Self-Care tab for 24/7 access to tools and resources, such as meditation and yoga sessions, helpful videos, and short articles from experts. 

MedicalNow and TalkNow services are like having urgent care from the comfort of your home (or phone) and without the co-pay. Scheduled visits can expand appointment options beyond typical office hours. Download the app and get started with this service today. Learners should use your @jh.edu email except medical students who should use their @jhmi.edu email to login.  

Let’s Connect Happy Hour

Graduate students, alumni, and young professionals are invited to mix, mingle, and build new connections at R. House. Come by on Thursday, October 23rd from 5–8 PM to enjoy good company, great vibes, and an evening of networking. Open to ages 21+.
 

Got an Idea? Win Cash to Build It!

I want to pay you to solve a problem you're experiencing in the arts industry!! Do you have an idea? An opportunity that you want to explore and build? I have 2,000$ in Cash Prizes for the best problem or opportunity you bring to me. The JHU Pava Center wants more creative entrepreneurs. We will meet every Thursday at Peabody from 11-12:30 for private (FREE) lessons in people, problem, and the path to profit with your various ideas. You'll end this semester with an expanded network of creators, a new skillset of how you might identify and solve real world problems and turn into opportunities for your personal creative career path, and exclusive experience you can brag about. Also- did I mention I've got cash to give you? Please submit your interest form, for best consideration submit before Oct 15th.

Academic Calendar

• October 3 - Last day to change a course status from credit to audit
  Final grades to remove spring and summer Incomplete/In Progress grades due from faculty
• October 17- Fall Break observed; classes, lessons, and ensembles will not be held

Holiday Reminders

• October 1 and 2 - Yom Kippur
• October 13 -Indigenous People Day
• October 20- Diwali