Upcoming Events

Faculty Research Forum: Precarious Sovereignty with Dipali Mukhopadhyay

SAIS Associate Professor Dipali Mukhopadhyay discusses recent research in this new talk, “The Politics of Precarious Sovereignty and the War on Terror,” with introductory remarks by Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs Peter M. Lewis.

Planetary Radio Live in Washington, D.C.: The Future of Space Politics

Join hosts Sarah Al-Ahmed and Casey Dreier in a special live taping of Planetary Radio in the nation’s capital to explore the future of space politics under new congressional and White House leadership. Featuring Bill Nye from The Planetary Society, emerging leaders in space policy, and representatives of the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Labs.

Imagining the Futures of Global Health Research Partnerships

Join the Department of International Health for a pivotal event where we will explore, with panelists and attendees from around the world, the promise and potentials of global health research collaborations. Reception to follow.

Pathways to Public Safety: A Dialogue on Gun Policy

The Office of the Vice Provost for Research brings together experts, policymakers, and community members to explore different perspectives on gun policy followed by a reception with hors d’oeuvres.

Weaponizing the Dollar: Trade Wars and Global Power

The next event in the Sanctions Convening series, hosted by the Middle East Studies Department at Johns Hopkins SAIS and Rethinking Iran, focuses on “Weaponizing the Dollar: Trade Wars and Global Power.”

Film screening: Oscar-nominated documentary 'Porcelain War'

The documentary is a firsthand account of the war in Ukraine, told by ordinary people who join the citizen army to fight against the erasure of their country and culture

Putting All Students on Pathways to Adult Success: Second Annual National Redesign Showcase

Join the Second Annual National School Redesign Showcase, hosted by the Everyone Graduates Center at Johns Hopkins University, to engage with school teams from across the country as they share innovative ideas for transforming schools.

Suicide Prevention in U.S. Jails: A Public Mental Health and Corrections Collaboration

This event hosted by the Center for Mental Health and Addiction Policy will convene experts in mental health, corrections, and policy to examine the current state of suicide prevention in jails and explore innovative solutions. The conversation begins at 4 p.m., followed by a networking reception at 5:30 p.m.

Documentary Screening and Fireside Chat: What's the Real Story Behind mRNA?

Join the Foundation for mRNA Medicines for a screening of The Messenger: A Story of mRNA, a documentary film that aims to connect scientists, policymakers, and the public to explore how mRNA technology is revolutionizing medicine, followed by a fireside chat where scientists, members of the media, and government agencies will hold a thought-provoking discussion about how the core themes in the film connect to the challenges we face today.

Inaugural Sam Gilliam Lecture Series featuring Sarah Lewis

Launching in partnership with the Sam Gilliam Foundation, the series invites speakers to reflect on the intersection of art, academia, and public policy

Authors & Insights: A Conversation with Mary Louise Kelly

Interview the secretary of state or drive her younger son’s carpool? That was one of the many questions NPR reporter Mary Louise Kelly considered as she tried to balance a demanding career and parenthood. She promised herself next year would be different, until she realized she was running out of “next years.”

Student Chamber Ensembles

Top student trios, quartets, and quintets perform chamber music favorites under the direction of Sidney M. Friedberg Chair and director of Chamber Music Annie Fullard.

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Johns Hopkins Science Diplomacy Summit 2025

The two-day Johns Hopkins Science Diplomacy Summit 2025 will bring together stakeholders from across the globe to engage on some of the most pressing scientific topics of our day.

Peabody Dance Showcase

A special program spotlighting students and faculty of the Peabody Conservatory Dance program chaired by danah bella.

Loadbang

The formidable New York-based chamber ensemble Loadbang performs works by faculty composers Sky Macklay, Oscar Bettison, Felipe Lara, and Michael Hersch.

Peabody Jazz Ensemble

Richard and Elizabeth Case Chair of Jazz Studies Sean Jones leads the Peabody Jazz Ensemble in the season finale performance.

WMD Risk Reduction Science and Policy Forum

At a time when the potential use of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapons—known as weapons of mass destruction or WMDs—is of increasing concern, efforts to reduce risk take on increased urgency. This two-day forum, hosted by Johns Hopkins University, will bring together science and policy experts for plenary talks, panel discussions, and extensive opportunities to discuss the importance of scientific advances in support of risk reduction policy.