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More Than a Building–A New Chapter for JHU
The Hopkins Student Center is a bold investment in connection, creativity, and community—designed to transform the student experience at Johns Hopkins University. Located at the heart of the Homewood campus and open to all Hopkins students, the center will serve as a vibrant gathering place that brings people together across schools, programs, and perspectives.
More than just a building, the Hopkins Student Center reflects years of student input and campus-wide collaboration. It’s a future-facing space created to support the full spectrum of student life—from everyday moments to milestone events. Whether you’re here to meet friends, share ideas, host an event, or simply take a break, the center is designed to be a home base for connection and discovery—for every Hopkins student, now and for generations to come.
From Vision to Reality
A Center for All Students
One Hopkins, One Hub for Connection — The Hopkins Student Center is for all Johns Hopkins students. No matter your school, program, or path, this space was built with you in mind. Designed to bring together the full breadth of the Hopkins community, the Student Center creates a shared home base where experiences intersect and ideas expand. Here, students from across campuses can gather, recharge, and collaborate in an environment that reflects who we are and the future we’re building together. Whether you’re stopping by between classes, hosting an event, meeting friends, or launching something new, this is a place to connect across disciplines, schools, and stories.
Bringing the Vision to Life
Shaped By and For the Hopkins Community — Bringing the Hopkins Student Center to life has been a collaborative journey. Through a global design competition and more than 1,200 voices from across campuses and around the world, we imagined a place built for connection, creativity, and belonging. The result? A bold vision that captured the spirit and future of Hopkins.
Designed for What's Next
A New Kind of Campus Landmark: Modern, Open, and Made for Movement — Departing from tradition and stepping into the future, the Hopkins Student Center’s design reflects a shift toward openness, transparency, and community. It’s a space that honors where we’ve been while pointing toward where we’re going—bridging the Homewood campus with Charles Village and welcoming the city into our story. Built with light, flexibility, and flow in mind, every detail invites collaboration and discovery—from the central “living room” to the creative studios and vibrant gathering spaces.
Built to Belong
Purposeful Design, Grounded in Campus Needs — The Hopkins Student Center is more than four walls—it’s a space that responds to how we live, learn, and connect. Rising from a sloped site, the building offers entry on every level, weaving together indoor and outdoor experiences and making every path accessible. It enhances the surrounding landscape, supports student activities, and aligns with the historic Merrick Barn to create new possibilities for movement, gathering, and everyday life.
The Timeline
The Student Center’s construction has been marked by moments of celebration, anticipation, and reflection. Look back at some of the project milestones and read coverage in the Hub.
Student Center Announced
President Daniels announces plans to build a student center during a special event on The Beach. Celebratory cupcakes and live music follow.
Gathering Input
Engagement sessions are held to give students, staff, and faculty a chance to provide input on the design and function of the new space.
Big Concept Unveiled
Bjarke Ingels Group’s concept envisions a central “living room” surrounded by spaces tailored to the diverse needs of the Hopkins community.
A Bittersweet Farewell
Making way for progress meant removal of Mattin Center, home to JHU’s visual and performing arts for nearly two decades, and Whitehead Hall.
Construction Underway
Cranes dot the sky as the Hopkins Student Center begins to rise above Homewood campus.
Placing the Last Beam
The completion of the building’s structure is marked with a topping off ceremony. Attendees were invited to sign the final beam.
Building Opening in 2025 on the Homewood Campus
The time has almost come to unveil the new Hopkins Student Center! Grand opening festivities are planned for Fall 2025. Keep watch for more details coming soon!