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Standing Up, Being Heard

Associate Professor Catherine Ling shared photos from the recent Nurses Shift Change rally at the U.S. Capitol. Dr. Ling was a speaker at the inaugural “Report for Duty” Rally on Saturday, May 24 in Washington DC, with satellite gatherings taking place in cities across the country.

This nurse-led movement invites all health care professionals, students, and community allies to come together and take a stand for a more just, compassionate, and equitable health care system. “The rally promoted nursing advocacy, grounded in our code of ethics,” reports Dr. Ling.

Commitment to Excellence Award

Please join us in congratulating Sam Curriero, the recipient of the 2025 Commitment to Excellence Award—an annual honor that recognizes the exceptional contributions of full-time JHSON staff members who embody outstanding performance, initiative, integrity, and a deep commitment to excellence.

As a senior research program coordinator in the Center for Equity in Aging, Sam is responsible for monitoring, collecting, and organizing research data across multiple studies. Sam was nominated by colleagues who highlighted her unwavering dedication, positive leadership, and consistently excellent work. Congratulations also to our outstanding runners-up: Trevor Mitchell, Christine Baltimore, and Alexander Murphy. Thank you to all who submitted nominations and helped recognize the many staff members who make JHSON a stronger, more vibrant place to learn and work.

Pride March

The 2025 Baltimore Pride parade takes place on Saturday, June 14. Information about parade details, including meeting time and location, will be emailed to registered participants the day prior to the event. We’ll be handing out shirts, taking pictures, and enjoying our community. We’ll be meeting at 11 a.m. for the parade to begin at noon. We’ll gather for a group picture before we march. Look for the Hopkins team!

The first 200 people to arrive will receive T-shirts. Additional participants are encouraged to either wear a white top or any favorite Johns Hopkins gear. Bring signs, wear your favorite rainbow suspenders, and help us be loud, proud, and visible!

From the starting point, the parade marches north on Charles Street and ends at 29th Street. At the end of the parade, you’re encouraged to enjoy the post-event block party. Please fill out a form for each participant (including family and friends) indicating their affiliation or connection to an affiliate. Form must be completed by June 14

Peer-to-Peer Nominations (May)

Congratulations to our Peer-to-Peer nominees for the month of April: Andy Branch, Jack Cassaro, Erin Sturgis, Florentina Costache, and Ebonie Pierce!

Jack is the random drawing winner and will receive a half-day of paid time off.

Together on Tuesday: Dance Fitness

Join the movement toward fun and better health noon-1 pm Tuesday, June 24 in Carpenter B.

Call for Papers

Consider submitting a paper for Aging & Social Change: Fifteenth Interdisciplinary Conference, to be hosted by Linköping University, Norrköping, Sweden, October 22-24. Focus is “Aging, Intergenerational Solidarity, and the Polycrisis.”

Theme 1: Economic and Demographic Perspectives on Aging

Theme 2: Public Policy and Public Perspectives on Aging

Theme 3: Medical Perspectives on Aging, Health, Wellness

Theme 4: Social and Cultural Perspectives on Aging

Admissions Workshop: SOURCE – The Community Engagement and Service-Learning Center

Join SOURCE, the Community Engagement and Service-Learning Center at Johns Hopkins University, June 12 for an inside look at how students and faculty partner with the Baltimore community. Learn about service-learning opportunities, impactful local initiatives, and how civic engagement is central to the Hopkins experience. Hear from current staff, and discover how you can get involved. Perfect for anyone interested in public service, health, and community collaboration. Audience: Public, Students Date/Time: Thursday, June 12, 2025 (01:00 pm – 02:00 pm)