News from across Johns Hopkins No. 169; October 2015
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Not many 12-year-olds create piano scholarships.
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Be inspired by Truitt.

Class Notes
Russ Taylor
Russell Taylor, Engr '70, Johns Hopkins medical robotics pioneer, receives 2015 Honda prize.

Great Reads
Chesapeake Bay Cooking
Chesapeake Bay Cooking with John Shields, 25th Anniversary Edition
John Shields
Photographs by Jed Kirschbaum
Johns Hopkins University Press


Try Something New

October 31
Hopkins Austin Halloween Brunch
Hopkins Austin—Halloween Brunch

11:30 a.m.
Tacos and Tequila


Hopkins Biotech Network
Affinity Spotlight: Hopkins Biotech Network
Work in biotech and the life sciences? Then check out Hopkins Biotech Network, one of 25 affinity engagement communities. Contact us to learn more.

November 14
Johns Hopkins in Action: Miami
Feeding South Florida

November 16
Rising to the Challenge: Miami

Travel The World

April 23 - May 3, 2016
Grand Cuba Voyage
Grand Cuban Voyage

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David Rubenstein "The sense of hearing is a precious gift"
The Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery will create a new center focused on restoring functional hearing loss, with the aid of a $15 million gift from Hopkins trustee David Rubenstein.
John Barth "Lost and Found in the Funhouse" celebrates alum's career
John Barth's fiction and career have defied convention. Following suit, a Sheridan Libraries' exhibition offers a "funhouse" experience for exploring the life and legacy of the alum and Writing Sems professor.
President's Day of Service Could your community be next?
A big thank-you to President's Day of Service volunteers in LA, Minneapolis, St. Paul, NYC, Orange County, and Philadelphia as well as Johns Hopkins in Action volunteers (view highlights video) in Baltimore, New Orleans, DC, and Chicago. Here's how to get involved.
spur Spurring life-changing Hopkins innovations
The Summer Program in Undergraduate Research—which takes center stage in Miami next month—is enabling students to work on world-leading innovations, from secure mobile communications to mind-controlled prosthetic limbs.
jhu step up Which alumni top your list?
We think Hopkins alumni are the best. Whom do you rank tops in carrying forward our mission in the world? Send us your nominations by December 1.
Hopkins in film A guide to Hopkins cameos, big and small
Our campuses have popped up on screen over the years, in everything from cult classics to Oscar-winning films. Hopkins Retrospective did some digging to see where you can find Hopkins cameos.
Fewster Fund Legendary coach honored by former players
Former Blue Jays football player Al Freeland and nearly 100 other players have created a fund to support up-and-coming coaches and to honor legendary coach Wilson Fewster.
Women in Business "Together, we lift each other up"
Through personal and professional development, philanthropy, and volunteer service, the Alumni Association's Women in Business affinity group promotes career advancement and community spirit.
Hopkins in film Support the Alumni Association with your next purchase
Shop Amazon through the Alumni Association's portal and a portion of the proceeds from your purchase will support the association's work. Anyone can shop through the portal, so spread the word.
liberty mutual logo Cash in your pocket
Earn more cash back for the things you buy most with the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association BankAmericard Cash Rewards™ Visa Signature® credit card. The Johns Hopkins Alumni Association receives financial support for allowing Bank of America to offer this credit card program.
Additional News

Krieger School alumnus and former dean president of the Met >>
Targeting absenteeism >>
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Receive special savings on auto and home insurance >>
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Gift helps launch U.S. center to study Lyme disease >>
Trustee's support creates translational seed fund for faculty start-ups >>
See more stories like these on Rising.

 

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