Hopkins Hacks

This is the final episode in a three-part collaborative series with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. We aim to give prospective and admitted students an insider’s look at the Hopkins experience through some informal, candid conversations.In this episode, I speak with fellow seniors Sahana and Jeff, reflecting on our time at Hopkins and reminiscing about how we’ve maintained our friendship since freshman year.Some highlights from our discussion include our journey to building healthy habits, spotlighting some of the lesser known but unique and valuable resources at Hopkins, and our favorite memories involving Taco Bell.Throughout this episode, we reference a common Hopkins acronym that we’ve defined below:o   FFU: FastForward U. Our entrepreneurial hub that provides support for student-led startups. 

This episode is the second in a three-part collaborative series with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. We aim to give prospective and admitted students an insider’s look at the Hopkins experience through some informal, candid conversations.Our guest for today is Sophia, a current junior triple majoring in English, Writing Seminars, and French with a minor in Women, Gender and Sexuality. A few highlights from our discussion include why Sophia chose Hopkins to pursue her interests in literature and writing, how she found community through her sorority and ballet, her tips for time management and finding balance, and how she formed relationships with professors and mentors.

This episode is the first in a three-part collaborative series with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. We aim to give prospective and admitted students an insider’s look at the Hopkins experience through some informal, candid conversations.Our guest for today is Xiomara, a current senior studying economics and political science. In this episode, Xio shares her perspective on her transition to college, including overcoming challenges as a first-generation student, connecting with the Latina community, and resources that helped her to make Hopkins feel like home. Throughout this episode, we reference a few common Hopkins acronyms that we’ve defined below:o   APTT: A Place To Talk. A student-run organization of trained peer listeners available to Hopkins undergrads. The club offers a comfortable environment for students to discuss anything, from everyday frustrations to more serious concerns.o   SAIS: Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. Part of the Johns Hopkins University network, this school offers graduate programs related to international studies.o   SIF: Student Involvement Fair. Our biannual event that provides Hopkins undergrads an opportunity to learn about our 400+ student organizations.o   FFC: Fresh Food Café. The former name of Hopkins Café, an all-you-care-to-eat dining hall on the Homewood campus.

In Part II of our conversation, Ria shares her thoughts on the importance of relationships and forming a support system while in grad school. From making friends to finding a balance between socializing and academics, Ria shares her experience in Adoremus, the Christian capella group on campus, that allows her to connect her faith with her music. 

In Part I of our conversation with Ria, we explore the education, Ph.D. route, and humanities at Hopkins. Ria is a Hopkins alumnus currently doing her Ph.D. at Cornell. In this episode, Ria shares her insights on finding your niche within the Humanities program, how to best use the resources available, and how to establish a strong network. Ria takes us through her journey of exploring beyond the Hopkins Bubble, about tackling personal insecurities and imposter syndrome, and providing valuable advice for fellow students facing similar challenges.

In this episode with Hopkins alumna Ariel Bao, we explore how you can find your community at Hopkins as an international student, and what it is like for a Homewood student to take Peabody classes.  We also talk about how to cultivate meaningful relationships with faculty, employers, and members of the Hopkins Community.

In this episode of Hopkins Hacks, we are joined by Ariel Bao, who is an alumna of Johns Hopkins from the Class of 2022 and currently works at Google as a Software Engineer. Within 4 years, she managed to double major in Computer Science and Applied Maths and Statistics, along with a masters in Applied Math and Statistics and a minor in Voice from Peabody!We discuss her perspective at Hopkins as an international student, what it is like to start clubs and organizations on campus, as well as how you can best advance your academics and career aspirations. through nurturing professional relationships and finding internships.Ariel Bao contact info: Ariel Bao rbao4@jhu.edu, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-rong-bao/Music Appreciation course information: https://e-catalogue.jhu.edu/course-descriptions/musicology/uCredit: https://ucredit.me/

 In this episode of Hopkins Hacks, we are joined by Nicholas and Ricardo, the host and co-host of the Futurism@JHU podcast. Nicholas is a cognitive science major, and Ricardo is a Computer Science major with a minor in entrepreneurship and management. They will share their experiences with Futurism and their personal journeys at Hopkins, including how they managed their extracurriculars and prioritized work-life balance. Tune in to hear more about their passion for science and technology, and their advice for fellow students on finding the right balance. 

In this episode, we at Hopkins Hacks and When U Grow Up Podcast, are joined by Neil Bardhan, Hopkins alumnus from the Class of 2004 with a degree in Cognitive Science and a Ph.D. in Brain and Cognitive Science. Neil has had a diverse career journey, from research to integrating the arts into science and also science communication. Tune in to hear his insights and experiences, including his time at Hopkins with performing arts, his work in the Netherlands, and how he has maintained connections with his friends. When U Grow Up Podcast About — Bardhan Consulting

In this 2nd part of the special episode of Hopkins Hacks, I am placed in the hot seat while Resham Talwar, our Chief Editor, continues her interview with me. Following the previous discussions about work and academics, we explore how you can find your community at Hopkins, and what it is like for you to build professional relationships with mentors and alumni. Let’s continue from where we left off! Socratic Pairwise learning framework: https://chinat.notion.site/The-Socratic-Pairwise-learning-method-BETA-551007c351a64d8b87fd86cefa87b29aChinat’s website: chinatyu.meChinat’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chinat-yu/The Socratic Pairwise learning method (BETA)

 In this special episode of Hopkins Hacks, I am placed in the hot seat while Resham Talwar, our Chief editor here interviews me. We discuss the founding of the Hopkins Hacks podcast and the motivations for starting it. We also talk about my journey at Hopkins within the CS department, as well as my thoughts on the future of education and learning. Useful Resources: Socratic Pairwise learning framework: https://chinat.notion.site/The-Socratic-Pairwise-learning-method-BETA-551007c351a64d8b87fd86cefa87b29aChinat’s website: chinatyu.meChinat’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chinat-yu/The Socratic Pairwise learning method (BETA)

In this episode of Hopkins Hacks, we are joined by Alissa Burkholder Murphy, who is both an alumnus of and faculty at Johns Hopkins as the Director of Multidisciplinary Design in the Whiting School of engineering. We discuss how to make the most of your learning experiences at Hopkins, opportunities post-graduation, what is life like working in academia and industry, and how to overcome challenges as a college student. 

In this episode of Hopkins Hacks, we are joined by Dr. Anton Dahbura, who is both an alumnus and faculty at Johns Hopkins in the CS department. We discuss student research efforts, differences in going into industry vs academia post-graduation, and how Hopkins has evolved over the past 5 decades.Resources:PILOT academic support: Register for a PILOT Session | Academic Support | Johns Hopkins University (jhu.edu)WJHU radio: WJHU Radio – WE DO WHAT WE WANTInstitute for Shared Autonomy: shared autonomy jhu - Google SearchCS seminars with academic and industry leaders: Department of Computer Science | Seminars (jhu.edu)