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(03/12/25 4:00am)
Andrew Thampoe is a senior completing a BS/MS in Chemistry in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences. He is also the founder of the Organic Chemistry Initiative (OCI), an organization assisting Hopkins students who take organic chemistry courses in developing their understanding of the material in a cooperative environment. In an interview with The News-Letter, Thampoe described OCI’s history, its impact on the student body and personal meaning to him.
(03/09/25 5:00am)
Hello, and get ready for another batch of delicious media to consume in the coming week! Whether you’re looking for a sweet romance novel (see: Liquid: A Love Story in the “To read” section ) or a flavorful Afropop album (see: 5ive in “To listen”), the Arts & Entertainment section has something to suit your tastes. With midterms hopefully coming to an end and spring break right around the corner, we hope you can find some time to indulge in these films, books, albums and live events.
(03/10/25 10:19pm)
On Thursday, Feb. 27, the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Agora Institute and the Bloomberg Center hosted a discussion titled “What Venezuela’s Transition Means for Security and Democracy in the Hemisphere” at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center at 555 Pennsylvania Avenue. At the event, Venezuelan president-elect Edmundo González Urrutia; Venezuelan political leader of the opposition María Corina Machado; and SNF Agora Dissident in Residence and former Venezuelan leader David Smolansky spoke about the country’s democratic struggles.
(03/08/25 5:00am)
On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, the Student Government Association (SGA) convened to receive updates from Student Health and Well-being, Admissions, and Information Technology Services. They also passed the Senior Memorabilia Bill, Copa América Bill, and the Junior Formal cooperative with HopTHON bill.
(03/07/25 5:00am)
If you are at all familiar with 2000s indie rock or early internet music culture, you’ve likely come across — or at least felt the influence of — Baltimore experimental pop band Animal Collective. Terms like “surreal,” “trippy” and “kaleidoscopic” now feel kind of overused and cliche when describing their music, but albums like Merriweather Post Pavilion or Strawberry Jam undeniably contain a delirious, effortless glee that make them an unmatched benchmark of the modern psychedelic genre.
(03/10/25 4:00am)
Walking into An die Musik for the first time, I found that the atmosphere of the space was perfect for the late evening. A narrow walkway greeted me at the entrance, which separated into two dark entrances that one could choose to enter the room.
(03/11/25 4:00am)
Randy Coffren, co-owner of The Royal Blue Bar, sat down with The News-Letter to talk about how the team came together, the dynamic they’ve built and how they’ve brought a retro vibe to life with a stylish interior and great bar food.
(03/13/25 5:05pm)
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, Baltimore transforms into a sea of green. While the holiday began as a religious observance, it has evolved into a time for friends and family to celebrate and soak in the city’s spring energy. From lively bar crawls to live music and the annual parade, here are the top events to check out.
(03/11/25 4:00am)
Shock and Denial
(03/08/25 5:00am)
I started working at BobaPop in January, motivated by nothing but pure curiosity and my love for milk teas — specifically brown sugar lattes. I thought: Hey, I like drinking boba, so why not try making it? How hard could it be to make drinks and take orders? Turns out, pretty hard.
(03/07/25 5:00am)
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, the Alexander Grass Humanities Institute (AGHI) and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Agora Institute at Hopkins co-hosted an online panel discussion titled “Academic Freedom and the First Amendment.” The event is the second in the AGHI’s Conflict in the Middle East: Contexts and Ramifications series, and considered the tension between free speech protections, student protests and the responsibilities of higher education institutions.
(03/11/25 4:00am)
Epilepsy is a disorder characterized by disturbances in neuronal activity resulting in seizures. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy during their lifetime.
(03/05/25 5:26am)
On Tuesday, March 4, President Ronald J. Daniels sent out an email titled “Our bond at a moment of challenge,” addressing the University’s commitment to research and its response to recent executive orders affecting federal funding.
(03/05/25 11:52pm)
On Sunday, Feb. 23, the Student Government Association (SGA) Judiciary granted a Writ of Certiorari for a petition filed by former Senator Jackson Morris against SGA. The respondents listed in the petition include the SGA President, Secretary and all senate committee chairs. In the petition, Morris called for the judiciary to consider whether current SGA practices constitute a violation of SGA’s constitution and the Bylaws of the Senate, specifically regarding the availability of SGA minutes, meetings and proceedings to the public.
(03/07/25 10:04pm)
With the arrival of March, spring has finally made its way to Charm City, bringing back my urge to get out and explore. So many adventures await: art walks, community gatherings and high-energy parties, each with their own unique vibe. The News-Letter has rounded up the best events to help you make the most of your weekend.
(03/11/25 9:09pm)
Baltimore is a city filled with rich culture, history and innovation. The city was the birthplace of “The Star-Spangled Banner”; the American railroad system; and Hopkins, the U.S.’s first research university, which has been a hub for research and invention for more than a century.
(03/14/25 4:00am)
There’s something about the chaos of college that makes the glitzy world of Manhattan’s Upper East Side feel like the perfect escape. Between the endless assignments, caffeine-fueled all-nighters and the constant scramble to balance classes, social life and maybe a hint of sleep, sometimes you just need to hit pause. Enter Gossip Girl, a world where the biggest drama isn’t a late essay; it’s whether Gossip Girl will expose your secrets. And let’s be honest: Who wouldn’t trade their 8 a.m. lecture for brunch on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art?
(03/05/25 6:15pm)
Welcome back to another edition of Hopkins Sports in Review! The Blue Jays have continued to find more success this Spring, highlighted by some premier wins in lacrosse, a strong start to the baseball season and even a conference championship.
(04/10/25 1:37pm)
As a healed doomscroller, I don’t remember when exactly I became addicted, but I do recall why.
(03/03/25 4:05pm)
3-Down: Caesar dressings?
