The Johns Hopkins News-Letter

Sophomores reflect on the best parts of freshman year

(08/31/19 10:00pm)

“I really liked spring semester as a whole. You’ll hear a lot of older students telling you that second semester is better than the first. They’re right. First semester is cool because you get introduced to a bunch of new and amazing people, but it’s also difficult because of all the adjusting. Second semester is better because there’s lots to look forward to: Greek life, lacrosse season, the freshman formal, and of course Spring Fair! Even if you’re not into sports or stereotypical Greek life (like me) you should definitely still look into all the opportunities: things are definitely different at Hopkins.” -Sylvana Schaffer, sophomore

https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2019/08/sophomores-reflect-on-the-best-parts-of-freshman-year

Breaking stereotypes: fact-checking common misconceptions at Hopkins

(08/31/19 10:00pm)

Congratulations! You’re a Hopkins freshman! Get ready for the next four years to be filled with… well, what do you want them to be filled with?

https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2019/08/breaking-stereotypes-fact-checking-common-misconceptions-at-hopkins

Study hard, study smart

(08/31/19 10:00pm)

Of all of the things that can overwhelm incoming freshmen, the academic rigor of Johns Hopkins is one of the more common ones. Even though the students here are among the best and brightest that high schools have to offer, it’s no secret that a prestigious university like Hopkins is a challenge for everyone. Grades are a popular fixation among students everywhere, and there’s really only one way to get the ones you want: studying. Whether you’re a student who studied well in high school or a student who hasn’t had to study in their life, preparing for tests in college can be intimidating. So, to hopefully make studying less scary, I’ll share some of my tips for more effective test prep.

https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2019/08/study-hard-study-smart

Mistakes and regrets from freshman year

(08/31/19 10:00pm)

Whether you’re still wearing your lanyard (please take her off), vomiting illegal liquids into the communal bathroom sink, or facing newfound commitment issues with romantic partners and extracurriculars, this year is sure to bring a multitude of missteps and debacles. But fret not! How else will you mature from a collegiate fetus into a wise Blue Jay?

https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2019/08/mistakes-and-regrets-from-freshman-year

A guide to Baltimore transport

(08/31/19 10:00pm)

As someone from a small town (as in, I can’t get groceries without running into half of my graduating class), one of the things I was most excited about when I started college was getting to live in a bigger city like Baltimore.

https://www.jhunewsletter.com/article/2019/08/a-guide-to-baltimore-transport