Published by the Students of Johns Hopkins since 1896
June 15, 2025
June 15, 2025 | Published by the Students of Johns Hopkins since 1896

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COURTESY OF ISABEL THOMAS
Thomas describes the toys that defined different eras of her life.

Toy trends from my childhood

Growing up, I enjoyed a lot of old-school games that my elementary and middle school-age cousins — and actually, most of my friends today — have never heard of. Some of these were handclap games like Concentration 64 and Miss Mary Mack, which my classmates and I would play while we waited in the after-school car line to be picked up by our parents. 


COURTESY OF SRINITHI SRINIVASAN
Srinivasan remembers her childhood in Coimbatore fondly, always surrounded by family and neighbors.

Growing up in South India

South India is a land known for its luscious landscape, generous hospitality, heritage going back to almost two millennia and cuisine containing an assortment of spices, savories and sweets. Amid this huge universe of varieties and possibilities, I grew up in a city called Coimbatore, also known as the Manchester of South India for its booming textile industry and the rich cotton fields that surround it. 



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Emma reminisces about foods from her family heritage.

The recipes that defined my childhood

Growing up in a household led by a Swedish father on one side and a Jewish mother on the other, both sets of cultural practices weaved their way into my upbringing through holiday celebrations, summer travel, spoken language. Reflecting on my childhood requires acknowledging these distinct influences. Here I’d like to highlight one specific manifestation: food. 


COURTESY OF CLAIRE GOUDREAU
Disney Channel movies were a staple of 2000s youth culture.

Revisiting Disney Channel classics

When I was younger, I would watch Disney Channel for hours on end. The TV station’s movies continue to hold a special place in my heart, so I’m going to be evaluating whether or not some of my favorites still hold up today.



COURTESY OF CLAIRE BADREAU
Ending their contract with the Inn at the Colonnade, the University is testing more cost-effective quarantine options for students.

Quarantine housing to be moved to steam tunnels

APRIL FOOL’S: This article was published as part of The News-Letter’s annual April Fool’s edition, an attempt at adding some humor to a newspaper that is normally very serious about its reporting. All quotes are fictionalized. 



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Next Thursday, the fate of dual-degree students will be decided at Homewood-Peabody midpoint, Penn Station. 

Peabody officially ditches Hopkins

APRIL FOOL’S: This article was published as part of The News-Letter’s annual April Fool’s edition, an attempt at adding some humor to a newspaper that is normally very serious about its reporting. 



Letter to the Editor 04/01/22

APRIL FOOL’S: This article was published as part of The News-Letter’s annual April Fool’s edition, an attempt at adding some humor to a newspaper that is normally very serious about its reporting. 





Where to eat vegan in Baltimore

Searching for plant-based options in or around Baltimore is easy with its plethora of vegan restaurants and businesses. Its tight-knit community puts it at the forefront of veganism, with many annual festivals and events. 


COURTESY OF LEELA GEBO
Roland Park Bagels is one of the many local bagelries tested by Gebo in her quest for the city's best bagel.

The search for Baltimore's best bagel

I’m from Brooklyn. As you probably know from any conversation you’ve had with a New Yorker, this means that I can’t shut up about the place. It also means that I have a deep appreciation for a good bagel — and high standards. 


COURTESY OF EMMA ANDERSSON
Red Emma's is a collectively owned coffee shop, restaurant and bookstore in Mid-Town Belvedere.

Where to find the hottest coffee near campus

This semester, take it upon yourself to explore the Charm City coffee scene. Luckily for students, some of the best spots in Baltimore are just a hop, skip and a jump away from Homewood Campus, boasting tasty coffee and treats that will keep you coming back for more. 


COURTESY OF ELLIE ROSE MATTOON
The KitschWich, the titular sandwich of Kitsch, features griddled brioche bread with scrambled egg and American cheese.

At Kitsch, simplicity is elegant and accessible

"Wait, so your favorite restaurant in Baltimore sells... breakfast sandwiches?" I'm 19 years old. I should be old enough to scramble an egg and place it between two pieces of bread. However, the many Hopkins students who consider themselves patrons of Kitsch would dare to disagree. 


COURTESY OF MOLLY GAHAGEN
This scone recipe is one of Gahagen’s signature treats!

How to make white chocolate raspberry scones

As a self-proclaimed stress-baker, I always have the ingredients on hand to bake some of these simple but oh-so-delicious white chocolate raspberry scones. I have made these treats for just about everything — brunch with the girls, family breakfasts, early morning staff meetings at work and as a treat to buoy me through exam season. My roommate, Abbie, claims they are my best work (she may be exaggerating, but I’ll let her).


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