Two adults look out from a rooftop. Behind them is the US Capitol building.

Credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Year in Review

The year in photos

A look back at the happenings and highlights of 2023 at Johns Hopkins University

By

Published Dec 20, 2023

From opening the Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C. to announcing the creation of a new School of Government and Policy to welcoming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a surprise Commencement address, this has been an unforgettable year at Johns Hopkins University.

In the Hub's Year in Photos feature, we look back at some of the memorable images that caught our eye over the past 12 months.

January

Two students hold hands while skating in a busy ice rink

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins Ice Rink returned for another season of frozen fun, offering free 90-minute skate sessions to the Baltimore community.

Two photos side-by-side. In the first, a student holds a beaker in a chemistry classroom. in the second, four students crowd around a laptop to look at a screen.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

February

An adult woman holding a bouquet of flowers cries happily as someone hugs her.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Melissa Walls, co-director of the Center of Indigenous Health, reacted with surprise after winning the President's Frontier Award.

A jazz band performs on a dimly lit stage. In the middle, a performer sings into a microphone.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

In celebration of Valentine's Day, the Peabody Conservatory's jazz program performed a selection of love songs at the Evergreen Museum and Library.

Coach Tim McCormack crouches and claps his hands on the sidelines of a women's lacrosse game.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Head coach Tim McCormack made his Hopkins debut in February, leading the women's lacrosse team to a 17-10 victory against Albany.

March

A computer monitor displays the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center data tracker

After 3 years of service, the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center ceased collecting and reporting pandemic data on March 10.

An actor wearing an old-fashioned apron performs on-stage. Behind them, another actor in a tuxedo watches.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

JHU Theatre performed Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard for the first two weekends of March.

April

Two photos are placed side-by-side: In the first, a teacher shows a painted portrait to students. In the second, a teacher shows a piece of science equipment.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Several new classes were offered last spring, including introductory courses in art conservation and microphysiological systems.

A student pies another student in the face.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Homewood Campus hosted many fundraisers in 2023, including a pay-to-pie event from HOPthon.

Four laughing students walk side-by-side on a sidewalk.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

May

Two photos of students in graduation robes

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Congratulations to the Class of 2023! This year's Commencement was attended by guests from around the world...

President Zelenskyy gives a speech remotely to the Johns Hopkins graduating class of 2023.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

... including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

June

Friends and family pose in front of a large yellow mural of Levi Watkins

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University and Medicine paid tribute to trailblazing cardiac surgeon Levi Watkins—the institution's first Black chief resident and full professor—by rededicating the outpatient center in his name.

An adult holding a rainbow flag walks in a pride parade.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Many Hopkins affiliates marched in this year's Baltimore Pride Parade.

July

Six students smile as they look at a laptop screen.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

The Center for Talented Youth held its annual summer programs, inviting high schoolers from around the world to get a taste of college education.

August

Two photos side-by side. In the first, a student and parent smile for the camera while moving into a college dorm. In the other, two students and a parent cheer for the camera in front of a college dorm building.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Hailing from 37 countries, 46 states, and three U.S. territories, the Class of 2027 flocked to Baltimore for this year's move-in and orientation. Welcome to the nest!

Hundreds of students, photographed from above, stand together to spell out

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

September

Two adults hold up stickers and a sign that reads

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Are you registered to vote? In recognition of Voter Registration Day, Hopkins Votes set up sign-up tables around campus for students and staff.

Three students lean in to look at a laptop screen.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

HopHacks, JHU's 36-hour hackathon, challenged teams of up to four students to code a project entirely from scratch.

October

Two photos side-by-side. In the first, three people show off their fake Johns Hopkins blue jay tattoos. in the second, three members of the Johns Hopkins band smile for the camera in their uniforms.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

What's better than a Family Weekend football tailgate? Watching Hopkins bring home a 49-28 victory!

An adult in a traditional Native American outfit dances.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

The Fifth Annual Indigenous Peoples' Day Powwow united Hopkins in celebration and remembrance.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore talks to another person.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

October's CityLab conference brought together politicians and civic leaders from around the world— including Maryland Governor and JHU alum Wes Moore.

A collage of photos of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center and its grand opening.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Hundreds gathered for the grand opening of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center in Washington D.C., heralding an exciting new chapter for the university.

November

A student stands behind a glowing red machine.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins Unversity

A group of 13 students dressed in Indian clothing smile for the camera on a dancefloor.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins Unversity

The 2023 holiday season featured countless JHU celebrations, including ones for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Diwali.

December

Two female students smile while holding their limited edition 2023 lighting of the quads mugs

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

A group of students pose for a photo while fireworks burst in the background

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Between the fireworks, light shows, and stunning smiles, this year's Lighting of the Quads was brighter than ever!

Two people walk outside

Image caption: Dean Ted DeWeese and his daughter.

Image credit: Will Kirk / Johns Hopkins University

Theodore "Ted" DeWeese, a renowned radiation oncologist who joined the Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1991, was selected as the 15th dean of the medical faculty and the third CEO of Hopkins Medicine.

Posted in University News