Odyssey Catalog

SUMMER 2024

DISCOVER ODYSSEY

The Johns Hopkins Alumni Association offers a wide selection of non-credit, personal enrichment courses and workshops taught by Johns Hopkins alumni, faculty, and global community experts through its Odyssey lifelong learning program. Visit our Participants page to learn about registration, tuition remission, policies, and accessibility. Or, learn how to submit a proposal to share your passion with fellow lifelong learners.

Tuition Remission

100% - Current Johns Hopkins students (undergrad & grad students)**

80% – Johns Hopkins alumni

80% – Full-time Johns Hopkins faculty or staff

50% – Spouse or domestic partner of full time Johns Hopkins faculty or staff

50% – Spouse or domestic partner of Johns Hopkins alum

Johns Hopkins alumni, staff, faculty and their spouse or domestic partner are eligible for tuition remission.

** Full-time JHU students may register for one Odyssey course per term at no cost. Additional courses taken in the same term will be charged at the regular rate.

Accessibility & Accommodations

The Johns Hopkins Alumni Association is committed to providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations to participants with disabilities. Participants who need accommodations must notify the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association at odyssey@jhu.edu at least four weeks prior to the beginning of class.

Withdrawals & Refunds

If a course is canceled or closed, the registrant is notified immediately, and a full refund is processed unless another course is requested. Registrants who wish to withdraw from an active course must complete the online Odyssey Refund Request Form.

100% refund – Prior to the start of the course.

50% refund – During the first week of the course.

No refunds will be given after the first week of each course unless in exceptional cases.

Please note, refunds apply only to the tuition portion of an Odyssey participant’s charges and are not applicable to any fees or gifts made to the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association. Registrants will be notified if a refund is approved within (5) business days.

Key

Instructor is a Johns Hopkins alumnus/a

Single-session course

Class will be held on Homewood campus in Baltimore

ALUMNI ACADEMY

Alumni Academy courses are open to alumni registrants and taught by esteemed members of our alumni community and faculty. This series of signature courses is designed to enhance skills, expand knowledge, and facilitate meaningful interactions within the alumni network.

VIRTUAL ALUMNIACADEMY

Alumni Life Design Experience

CO-SPONSORED BY THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AND INTEGRATIVE LEARNING AND LIFE DESIGN

WITH DR. HEATHER BRAUN, MIC WILSON AND LAURA FAJIN-RIVEIRO

WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOUR CAREER? LET’S MAKE A PLAN.

The Alumni Life Design Experience (ALDE) supports alumni at a time in their lives when they are looking to make a change.

Regardless of your age, background or current life situation, the Alumni Life Design Experience will give you tools and clarity to take that next step toward fulfillment in your career.

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TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS JUNE 11 - JULY 11

6:30PM - 8:00PM EST (8 Sessions)

RTS AND HUMANITIES

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, ‘20 (MED)

Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten

A strong start to kindergarten is essential for success in school. Natalie Parmenter, former kindergarten teacher, will teach you skills and routines to prepare your child for school. This course will focus on social, emotional, literacy, and math skills that will give your child an advantage in kindergarten.

Each week you'll be encouraged to try tasks with your child to bring them one step closer to being ready for kindergarten.

WEDNESDAYS June 12 - July 10

2:00PM - 3:00PM EST (5 Sessions)

The Psychology

of Personal Brands in Media

Explore the psychology of brand perception and learn to craft compelling narratives. Through interactive activities and discussions, develop a personalized action plan. Gain expertise in personal branding frameworks, storytelling, trust building, visual communication, and content development. Transform your brand strategy and storytelling skills for personal and professional success.

MONDAYS

June 10 - July 15

6:00PM - 7:00PM

VERENA RINGLER

From the Blue Marble to Brussels

Discover the roots of today's "green transition" agenda by exploring the cultural history of sustainability and its ties to international relations, multilateralism, and peace studies. Examine pivotal moments from European and transatlantic viewpoints. Gain insights into current and future global challenges, drawing inspiration from human-centered narratives and develop tailored leadership skills for your field and context in this engaging course.

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, ‘02 (MA)

THURSDAYS June 13 - June 20

1:00PM - 3:00PM EST (2 Sessions)

Decoding Taylor Swift

UNVEILING THE LAYERS OF HER LYRICS AND MUSIC

Analyze Taylor's adept utilization of imagery, rhyme, and references. Dissect the nuances and allusions prevalent in her music, fostering a deeper understanding of today's musical landscape.

SUNDAYS June 16 - July 21

6:00PM - 8:00PM EST (6 Sessions)

Foundations

The Watchful Eye: VIRTUAL

The Films of Alfred Hitchcock

WITH JOHN JAMES

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Discover essential financial literacy concepts including money management, investment basics, insurance benefits, retirement planning with annuities, and intergenerational wealth creation. Gain practical skills to navigate personal finance confidently and secure your financial future.

WITH ERNEST LIOTTI, PEAB, ‘80 (BM) PERFORMER, EDUCATOR AND LECTURER

Explore Alfred Hitchcock's cinematic genius. From "Psycho" to "North by Northwest," delve into his iconic films and distinctive style. Discover Hitchcock's mastery of suspense and innovative storytelling techniques that have shaped cinema for generations. Whether you're a cinephile or newcomer, uncover the artistry behind one of cinema's greatest auteurs.

July 11 - August 1

1:00PM - 3:00PM EST (4 Sessions)

Multilingualism as the Norm

in Education

Explore innovative approaches for elementary education with a focus on multicultural students. Explore historical context, educational theories, and strategies for embracing diverse languages and cultures. Topics include trauma in language learning, translanguaging, and AI-enhanced learning experiences. Gain practical strategies for inclusive classrooms.

WEDNESDAYS June 12 - July 24

6:30PM - 7:30PM EST (6 Sessions) DR. AISHAH

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, ‘22 (EDD)

Songwriting and Songlistening

Discover diverse music styles while crafting original compositions and covering songs in a collaborative environment. Performance isn't mandatory, yet active engagement with the material is encouraged. Tailored to individual projects, abilities, and interests, the course focuses on analyzing, playing, and singing American Folk songs and exploring home recording and production software. Explore music deeply and develop practical skills.

MONDAYS

June 10 - July 8

6:00PM - 7:00PM EST (5 Sessions)

Star-Crossed Lovers

Bring Out the Writer in You!

FORMER JHU FACULTY MEMBER AND AUTHOR WITH NEUS ARQUES, SAIS ‘ 91 (MA) BARCELONA-BASED WRITER

From Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet" to Anderson's "Winterset" to Bernstein, Sondheim, and Laurents' "West Side Story," explore enduring themes of ill-fated love and societal divisions, igniting timely discussions. This course is held at Gertrude’s Restuarant in Baltimore, Maryland. Lunch following the discussion is optional.

Participants will fast-forward their writing by creating a powerful outline for their book and learning the tools that will allow them to complete their manuscript. Workshop participants will work on their personal projects, whether a memoir or an essay.

(5 Sessions)

TUESDAYS June 18 - July 16 11:00AM - 1:00PM

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

A STEP BY STEP PLAN TO WRITE AND SELF-PUBLISH YOUR FIRST BOOK

Writing a book is one of the top "bucket list" goals of people around the world: across generations, backgrounds, and cultures.

Learn the "anatomy" of a book, how to get your ideas organized into a succinct roadmap, and how to overcome writer's block.

SATURDAYS June 15 - July 20 1:00PM - 3:00PM EST (6 Sessions)

Strategies for Leaders

TO GROW RESILIENT ORGANIZATIONS DURING DISRUPTION

This cutting-edge course is for leaders aiming to build resilient organizations that provide strategies and tools to foster adaptability and sustainable growth. Learn to anticipate challenges, respond effectively to unforeseen events, and capitalize on new opportunities through theoretical insights and practical applications.

MONDAYS

June 10 - July 15

9:00AM - 10:00AM EST (6 Sessions)

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, ‘21 (EDD)

Crafting Your Career Narrative

STRATEGIES

FOR A RESILIENT CAREER

Learn to showcase your skills, experiences, and values effectively across resumes, interviews, and networking interactions. Develop these strategies through interactive exercises and expert guidance. Uncover your motivations, articulate your strengths, define your professional brand, master storytelling, and build meaningful professional relationships to support your career goals.

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THURSDAYS June 13 - July 11

7:00PM - 8:00PM EST (5 Sessions)

Managing in the Post-Pandemic

Workplace

Gain insights and strategies through interactive discussions, case studies, and exercises to better understand the current environment, address generational challenges, promote wellness, and meet employee expectations. Learn to adapt management styles, foster collaboration, support well-being, and communicate effectively.

June 10 - July 15

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Sustainability for Business Leaders

From start-ups to the board rooms of Fortune 100 companies, sustainability is at the forefront of strategy discussions. Tailored for executives and managers, learn about sustainability concepts, regulations, and trends affecting US businesses, alongside materiality assessments and carbon footprints. Develop datadriven sustainability communication skills to meet growing consumer demands and future-proof your business against evolving regulatory landscapes.

TUESDAYS June 11 - July 2

5:00PM - 6:30PM

Mastering LinkedIn

Participants will learn how to utilize LinkedIn for professional and business growth. We'll cover what you need to make your profile stand out, how to develop and effective LinkedIn marketing strategy, and how to grow your professional network online.

TUESDAYS June 11 - July 16

6:00PM - 8:00PM EST (6 Sessions)

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Spirituality and VIRTUAL HEALTHANDWELLNESS

Flourishing US Healthcare Pharma Market

CULLIP

BLOOMBERG SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, ‘23 (MPH)

This interfaith (or no faith) course offers a unique exploration of human well-being through the lens of spiritual traditions and practices. Consider key questions surrounding happiness, virtue, community, meaning, and purpose, drawing wisdom from diverse perspectives to enrich your understanding and foster personal growth.

WITH SAUMIL PANDYA

BLOOMBERG SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, ‘99 (MPH)

Explore the intricacies of the U.S. healthcare reimbursement system, with a focus on pharmaceutical industry dynamics. Understand the roles of public and private players, funding mechanisms, and the impact of managed care. Delve into drug pricing issues, reforms, and policy proposals aimed at improving system efficiency. WITH MEGAN

June 23 - July 21 12:00PM - 1:00PM EST (5 Sessions)

MONDAYS June 10 - July 15 6:00PM - 7:30PM EST (6 Sessions)

Building a Sustainable Gratitude Practice

Learn how to build and maintain a sustainable gratitude practice with tools to build discipline and navigate life's setbacks. Students will commit to a 30-Day Online Gratitude Course to complete with a buddy. The goal is to cultivate our practice to the extent that gratitude increasingly becomes part of our regular routine and our personality.

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, ‘02 (MA)

TUESDAYS June 11 - July 2

9:00AM - 10:30AM EST (4 Sessions)

Deep Diving

WITH JERRY WEBSTER, PHD

WITH DAVID MULLEN PHOTOGRAPHER AND TEACHER WRITER, EDITOR AND PROFESSOR

Explore using the body's wisdom as a tool to embrace our lives more fully in David Rome's "Your Body Knows the Answer." Learn focusing techniques and mindfulness from Rome and Karen Armstrong's perspective on reconnecting with nature in "Sacred World." Expect meditation, close reading, and experiential exercises integrating these teachings.

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WEDNESDAYS June 12 - July 17

6:30PM - 8:30PM EST (5 Sessions)

In an era marked by anxiety, explore chronic and systemic anxiety through Bowen Family Systems Theory. Using Jack Shitama's "If You Met My Family You’d Understand," delve into understanding emotional systems in various settings. Discuss mechanisms of anxiety transmission and mature responses to alleviate them, including mindfulness and non-violent communication practices.

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TUESDAYS June 11 - July 16

5:00PM - 6:30PM EST (6 Sessions)

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, ‘88 (MD) DR. LINDA MUNDY

The Power of Awareness and Mindfulness Meditation

Gain an understanding of the foundations of mindfulness for integration and awareness opportunities to pause between the stimulus and the response in daily life. Learn the tools to cultivate a meditation practice of compassion and a deepened ability to develop a wiser relationship to your experience of being human.

MONDAYS

June 10 - July 15

9:00AM - 10:00AM EST (6 Sessions)