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(10/04/24 1:13am)
The Laboratory for Computation Sensing and Robotics hosted Kevin Chen, an associate professor of electrical engineering and computer science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on Wednesday, Sept. 25. In his talk, titled “Insect-scale Micro-Aerial-Robots Powered by Soft Artificial Muscles,” Chen explores the development of robots, the size of insects and their potential applications in our world.
(10/08/24 4:00am)
I did not learn to love the land that raised me until I had already left.
(10/01/24 9:32pm)
J.D. Tovar is a professor at the Department of Chemistry, leading a research group focused on the synthesis and investigation of organic materials with extended pi-electron conjugation. In an interview with The News-Letter, Tovar discussed his fascination with the colors and applications of pi-electron systems, as well as how he balances the demands of teaching and research.
(10/01/24 1:41pm)
The 112th Student Government Association (SGA) convened on Tuesday, Sept. 24 for their weekly meeting, led by Senate President Nasreen Naqvi. President Stone Meng informed attendees that the executive team would meet with University President Ronald J. Daniels the following week to discuss student suggestions. Meng also introduced proposals to improve accessibility in the university’s new scheduling software, 25Live, and to refurbish classroom infrastructure. Additionally, Meng presented a survey on university transportation issues with the goal of gathering data to share with the administration.
(10/06/24 4:00am)
If you were to ask me where I imagined myself a year ago now, I probably wouldn’t have said Baltimore.
(09/30/24 9:54pm)
As summer sunshine fades into the cozy embrace of fall, we're greeted by new flavors, festive activities and holidays to look forward to. But, with all this autumnal joy comes an unwelcome guest: sickness.
(09/26/24 7:00pm)
In the most recent best national university rankings by the U.S. News and World Report, Hopkins was ranked sixth — the highest ranking the University has received to date. This sixth place was shared in a four-way-tie with the California Institute of Technology, Duke University and Northwestern University.
(10/01/24 11:38pm)
What is Project 2025? The latest Hop Talks event, hosted by the Center for Social Concern (CSC) on Sept. 17, sought to address this question through a dinner discussion. Executive Director for the CSC Jasmine L. Blanks Jones underscored the importance of events like these on college campuses during an election year.
(09/26/24 4:20pm)
Hi everyone, and welcome to Hopkins Sports in Review! This week was a busy one for Hopkins sports as several of our teams returned to competition.
(09/25/24 2:33pm)
On Sept. 17, students gathered at the Beach for National Voter Registration Day, an annual event dedicated to encouraging civic participation. Hosted by Hopkins Votes and the Center for Social Concern (CSC), the event aimed to provide students with resources to register to vote and prepare for the upcoming election cycle.
(10/25/24 7:16pm)
Exploring lesser-known apps has been like a fun scavenger hunt for me. In this article, I'll walk through three apps that have been particularly useful in organizing different aspects of my life. I've tried to provide a comprehensive review, evaluating them based on visuals, user experience and pricing. Hopefully, this will be helpful if you're looking for apps with these particular features.
(09/27/24 3:33pm)
Admittedly, Hopkins may not have much school spirit, but there is one time of the year where we all rally: the release of the U.S. News & World Report College Rankings. This year, Hopkins rose from ninth in last year’s rankings to sixth — its highest position yet. The top 10 schools have remained virtually static compared to last year, with the major changes being Brown University falling out of the top ten and the University of Pennsylvania dropping from sixth to 10th.
(10/03/24 3:00am)
The rising popularity of Asian all-you-can-eat hot pot has breathed new life into the Asian buffet scene, which was hard hit during the pandemic. Earlier this year, I covered some standout hot pot spots featuring places like New Generation Hot Pot, Hot Pot Hero and Hot Pot King. Since then, I’ve had the chance to visit even more hot pot places. Here’s my latest roundup.
(09/29/24 5:28pm)
“I know you've been waiting for someone to come pick you up.”
(09/25/24 3:23pm)
Jacqueline Mearman is the owner of Kitsch Cafe, which recently opened a new location in Gilman Hall. In an interview with The News-Letter, Mearman shared first-hand insights into running a small business in a post-pandemic restaurant industry along with behind the scenes stories and facts about Kitsch Cafe.
(09/23/24 4:28pm)
With a week left in the 2024 MLB season, there is drama galore. Who will get into the playoffs? Who will just miss out? Award races, record chases and much more are topics of discussion. Here’s everything you need to know about the final stretch of the MLB season:
(09/27/24 3:31pm)
Remember to take a break from your hectic schedule and explore some exciting events happening near us this weekend. Whether you’re in the mood to shop, sip on seasonal drinks or enjoy live music, there’s something on our list for you!
(09/24/24 9:19pm)
The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has seen significant advancements, and this week’s review showcases some of the most groundbreaking developments in AI foundation models and their interdisciplinary applications. These highlights include a breakthrough in neuromorphic hardware that could improve energy efficiency in AI, AI surpassing humans in predicting odor, Google’s progress in detecting AI-manipulated images and promising uses of large language models (LLMs) for debunking conspiracy theories.
(09/26/24 3:00pm)
The feeling of touching down at the airport after visiting home is one-of-a-kind. It’s the excitement of returning to Hopkins, it’s the gratitude for having seen my family…and it’s the reminder that I have to “adult” again now. I go to school in Maryland and come from Florida, but on a recent flight, I sat next to someone who is in the opposite situation: Her family lives near Baltimore, and she just graduated from a college around 10 minutes from my childhood home.
(09/28/24 4:00am)
Growing up, I was always the "kid who stutters." My words would stumble out in broken rhythms, leaving me anxious to speak in public. Conversations felt like minefields — my mind raced ahead, but my mouth couldn’t keep up. I’d shrink back, avoid eye contact and dodge any situation where I’d need to talk for long.
