Thought Leadership

Graham Sack’s hyper_object united artists, scientists, and engineers across JHU to create an immersive neuro-theater experience where brainwaves shaped live performance. Read more

Program Director Bill Barrier oversees a comprehensive curriculum that positions Hopkins students at the forefront of regulatory innovation and industry influence. Read more

Director Kandyce Fernandez Sawyer stewards an MA in Nonprofit Management program that broadens abilities and supports innovation to ensure ongoing and meaningful impact, both domestically and abroad. Read more

Dan Zachary guides an MS in Energy Policy and Climate program that instills fearless exploration of fundamental scientific frontiers through a keen focus on existing environmental problems and an eye toward the vast unknown. Read more

Laura DeSisto fosters a spirit of inquisitiveness, curiosity, and discovery as the program director for JHU’s nationally recognized Master of Liberal Arts program. Read more

MA in Communication Program Director Taylor Hahn has factored fun into a robust curriculum that grows effective, gifted communicators who play a crucial role in today’s world. Read more

Jim Coker, Director of the Center for Biotechnology Education in the JHU AAP division, cares deeply about championing biotechnology. Read more

Ou Hu advocates for his MS in Financial Economics students to realize and adopt an economic way of thinking about life. As he sees it, most everything in life is about economics and the decisions one makes based on what is available to them. Read more

Johns Hopkins University biotechnology graduate students are reaping the benefits of a visionary project that recently introduced a series of 360° virtual videos and high-resolution standard videos to enhance laboratory learning. Read more

Emanuele Kuhn, who is currently co-teaching a course on atmospheric and ocean processes with MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy Program Director Cassie Hansen, is bringing her students along with her on her 16th trip to Antarctica. Read more

MA in Science Writing Program Director Melissa Hendricks discusses the program’s commitment to fostering diverse learning opportunities through a required residency course and focusing on nurturing rigorous, responsible reporters. Read more

Under the leadership of Daniel Zachary, program director since 2016, the EPC program has expanded its curriculum to address modern challenges while staying true to its roots in science-based learning. Read more

Program Director Cassandra Hansen shares how the Environmental Sciences and Policy Program helps students forge a path in the field, addressing issues like climate change, habitat loss, and water scarcity. Read more

Computational biophysicist Christopher Skipwith helms a dynamic biotechnology graduate program that equips students to excel in an ever-evolving industry. Read more

Preparing intelligence analysts to excel in a rapidly changing world is no small task. Program Director Michael Ard shares thoughts on how a graduate program gets the job done. Read more

Hear from seasoned economist and educator Prakash Loungani on how JHU’s long-standing Applied Economics programs builds on its strengths while adapting to a changing landscape. Read more

From a new home to expanded offerings, exciting developments are ahead. Associate Dean Veronica Donahue details AAP’s goals, challenges, and plans. Read more