JHU alters internship credit rulesAdministrative committee establishes one-credit limit, credit
After a year of discussion, the University's Committee on Independent Work has decided to place a one-credit limit on internships, while independent study and research may still earn up to three credits, the equivalent of a full course or 120 hours, effective this spring. Post a comment |
New funding could boost stem-cell studies
Stem cell research at Hopkins may see a boost in funding thanks to a bill passed by the House of Representatives to increase federal funding and $15 million allotted by the state of Maryland to fund stem cell research projects. The federal bill would allow scientists to receive federal funding to research using stem cells from otherwise-discarded fertility clinic embryos. Post a comment |
Early admissions rate drops with downward trendThe Early Decision applicant pool this year was the second largest in school history, with 974 applications for the class of 2011. As Early Decision sustains its popularity, the program's selectivity increases. The acceptance rate has decreased from 48 percent last year to 46 percent this year. Post a comment |
Ravens Coach Billick to speak at graduationBaltimore Ravens Coach Brian Billick has been chosen to deliver the keynote address to this year's graduating students at the Undergraduate Diploma Ceremony on May 17, 2007. "I am thrilled that we will have Baltimore's very own Brian Billick as our commencement speaker," Senior Class President Ex Pow-anpongkul said. Post a comment |
Trustees raise tuition by 5.9 percent for '07-'08
Emphasizing increased funding for financial aid and other student programs, the Board of Trustees has voted to raise undergraduate tuition by 5.9 percent, or approximately $2,000, bringing the total tuition to $35,900 for the 2007-2008 year. The decision came following the recommendations of the deans of the schools. 6 Comments |
Helipad proposal riles community
Union Memorial Hospital is waiting on a city planning commission hearing to begin the construction of a helipad on the rooftop of the Johnston Professional Building located on Calvert Street. The $2.5 million project has met with opposition from the Charles Village Civic Association as well as representatives of other communities who are wary of the increased noise level and safety implications of an onsite helicopter landing pad. 1 Comment |