Important Dates

May 17-22: Senior Week
May 23: Senior Toast
May 24: Commencement

International Meet-ups


Hong Kong New Family Welcome Dinner
(new and returning families welcome)
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 
5–7pm 
The Helena May 
35 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong 
Hosted by The Hong Kong Parents Leadership Council  

Shanghai New Family Welcome Dinner
(new and returning families welcome)

Saturday, June 23, 2018 
6–9pm 
The Portman Ritz-Carlton Shanghai 
Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu 
Shanghai 200040, China

Beijing New Family Welcome Dinner
(new and returning families welcome)

Monday, June 25, 2018 
6:30-9:30pm 
The Ritz-Carlton, Beijing 
83A Jian Guo Road, China Central Place 
Chaoyang District, Beijing 100025, China  

Seoul New Family Welcome Event
Wednesday, June 27, 2018 
5:30-6:45pm: New Family Orientation (Class of 2022 families only)  
6:45pm: Welcome Reception
(new and returning families welcome) 
7–9pm: Student and Parent Dinners 
Lotte Hotel Seoul 
Eulji-ro 30, Jung-gu, Seoul 04533, Korea
(new and returning families welcome)

Families interested in attending can RSVP to
JHUinAsia@jhu.edu.
Did you know?

Hotel rates for Family Weekend are now available. Make sure to reserve your room! 
Visit our JHU Parent and Family Relations website for the most up-to-date information you need to know as a parent or family member.
Blue Jay Families is on Facebook! Like our page to find out about resources and opportunities for your student to get involved.
If you have a question, please don't hesitate to contact us at bluejayfamilies@jhu.edu.

A Note from Campus Safety and Security


1) Download the LiveSAFE app
2) For those living in non-commerical properties off-campus, schedule a security inspection
3) Put away the cell phone!

College Transit Pass


The MTA All Access College Transit Pass offers students unlimited, convenient, and affordable travel around Baltimore. The pass can be used on the MTA Local Bus, Light Rail, and Metro Subway.
Steven Muller with students

Did you know?

 

Former President Steven Muller not only handed diplomas to thousands of Hopkins graduates, but under his leadership, he established the Hopkins Nanjing Center and the formal affiliation with the Peabody Institute. 
Provided by Hopkins Retrospective, learn more about the history of Hopkins at retrospective.jhu.edu.
Baltimore

Your Guide to Baltimore


Graduation is coming soon – are you ready? Many Blue Jay Families choose to spend a few days in Baltimore before or after commencement. To help you fully explore the many wonderful and charming facets of the city, we've compiled a list of great things to do, see, and eat around Baltimore!
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Second-Year Garden Party 


Thanks to the generosity of the Hopkins Parents Fund and the vision of the Sophomore Class Council and Second-Year Experience, Hopkins sophomores were recently able to enjoy a nice break from studying with great food and company at the Baltimore Museum of Art.
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Five Things To Help You Plan Your Class of 2018 Celebration 


  • Wednesday, May 23 is the Senior Celebration, a day of academic receptions and club gatherings on Homewood campus. Visit the Senior Celebration page for specific event information.  
  • On the day of Commencement, Thursday, May 24, doors to the Royal Farms Arena will open at 12:00 p.m. Student lineup begins at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are not required for the ceremony.  
  • On Thursday, May 24, JHU will operate a shuttle beginning at 9:30 a.m. from Mason Hall on Homewood campus to the Royal Farms Arena. Free parking is available in the South Garage of the Homewood campus on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Public parking is limited around the arena. We encourage families to consider the Commencement shuttle, public transportation, Uber, Lyft or a taxi. Information is available on the Commencement Parking and Transportation page.
  • For family and friends who cannot attend Commencement, the ceremony will be webcast. A link to the webcast will be available on the Stories & Pictures page the week of May 21.
Stay connected with us on social media by “liking” us on Facebook and following us on Instagram @jhucommencement. And remember to use the hashtag #jhu2018! If you have questions, please contact the Commencement Office at commencement@jhu.edu.
Graduation Celebration Open House

10 Career Tips for New Grads


Congratulations! Your new grad is moving on to bigger things: a job, graduate school, a gap year, or a fellowship. The Career Center has created tips to help them find a position, and stay on their feet once they’ve landed. Read about them on the HUB!
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Student Ambassadors Needed for Summer Send-Offs!


If your Blue Jay upperclassman would like to help welcome the incoming first-year families in their local home area or in their summer location, please ask your student to contact us at parents@jhu.edu.  

Summer Send-Off events for the Class of 2022 will be held in the cities listed below:  
Alexandria, VA * Annapolis, MD * Athens, GA * Bellevue, WA * Boca Raton, FL * Cincinnati, OH * Charlotte, NC * Cupertino, CA * Dallas, TX * Darien, CT * Garnet Valley, PA * Houston, TX * Laguna Hills, CA * Miami, FL * Minnetonka, MN * Newton, MA * New York, NY * Orlando, FL * Pacific Palisades, CA * Ridgewood, NJ * Shaker Heights, OH * Winnetka, IL
For more information, please visit the Summer Send-Off Party website.

Self-Care During Finals


With finals quickly approaching, it is important to encourage your Blue Jay to make time to practice self-care. Personal well-being is often sacrificed to get in more hours of studying. The Student Health and Wellness Center, Case Management, and Recreation Center have compiled a list of tips and resources to help your student through this stressful time. Your encouragement not only helps your student to perform better but also helps them build lifelong coping skills.
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SOHOP: Spring Open House and Overnight Program 


The largest event for newly admitted members of the Class of 2022 flew by! SOHOP, the Spring Open House and Overnight Program, was held over two consecutive weeks and brought 725 students and their families to campus for two-day programs. Prospective students could visit campus, residence halls, and even sit in on classes! SOHOP is now an annual tradition for admitted students and current students: this year saw over 500 student volunteers help with this monumental effort!  
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SPEAK2US is a 24/7 Hotline for Discrimination, Bias, and Other Issues


Johns Hopkins is launching a campaign to raise awareness—particularly among students—about the SPEAK2US hotline, where anyone in the Hopkins community can report a complaint or register a concern related to harassment, discrimination, or other unacceptable behavior at Hopkins. This campaign is a result of conversations with students, faculty, and staff that made it clear some members of the university aren't sure where to report complaints or concerns. So, as a part of a concerted effort to elevate the profile of SPEAK2US and other related services, students are receiving reminders about the hotline via social media, on-campus digital monitors, and other venues.   
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5 Things We Loved About Spring Fair!


1. Food and Drink

Everyone gets excited when food vendors start setting up on the Freshman Quad! From the classic Chicken on a Stick to indulgent fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, there are plenty of yummy food options to try over the three-day festival. 

2. Music

While the headliners every year are highly anticipated and oftentimes the highlight of everyone’s Spring Fair experience, they’re not the only musical acts to see! There are a variety of musical acts that happen on different stages throughout campus, and even a DJ competition to help kick off Spring Fair. 
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