The Johns Hopkins Institute for Planetary Health (JHIPH) is excited to host our inaugural Planetary Health Student Symposium, a gathering designed to highlight the vital role of students in safeguarding health on our rapidly changing planet.
This event is an opportunity for students to:
- Connect with the newly formed Planetary Health Student Club
- Explore how Planetary Health intersects with your own field of study
- Learn about ways to collaborate with other offices, organizations, and clubs on campus
Faculty and staff are warmly encouraged to attend as well, both to discover how students are shaping the future of Planetary Health and to learn more about the Institute’s work and opportunities for involvement.
Whether you join us for the full day or just part of the program, we look forward to welcoming you! Space is limited, so please RSVP to reserve your seat.
- Where: Scott Bates Commons, 3301 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218
- When: October 22nd, 2025 – 12:00pm-3:30pm
- What: Free lunch, Planetary Health Presentations, Common Question student workshop, and Q&A with JHIPH faculty and staff.
- Who: JHU Students, Faculty, and Staff!
Agenda
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm | Welcome + Lunch
Opening Remarks from Sam Myers, Founding Director, Johns Hopkins Institute for Planetary Health.
12:30 pm – 12:45 | Planetary Health Club Introduction
Overview of the focus and purpose of the Planetary Health Student Club and ways to get involved.
12:45 pm – 1:15 pm | Keynote Address
Keynote address from Anand Pandian, Krieger-Eisenhower Professor, Krieger School of Arts & Sciences.
1:15 pm – 1:30 pm | Peabody Musical Performance
Musical performance by students from the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University.
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm | Breakout Sessions
Attendees will have the option of attending one of two concurrent sessions:
Common Question Student Feedback Workshop
- This workshop creates a dedicated space for students across disciplines to share their experiences, perspectives, and ideas on Planetary Health. It aims to spotlight student leadership, identify gaps in programming, and build momentum for student-driven engagement at JHU.
Baltimore Community Student Engagement
- This session invites students, faculty, and staff to hear from panelists who work closely with Baltimore communities about the importance of building meaningful, community-centered partnerships. Panelists will share how their own work integrates students and why student involvement is essential for advancing both learning and community priorities.
2:15 pm – 2:30 pm | Coffee and Tabling
Opportunities to connect with various offices, centers, and other student clubs.
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm | Institute for Planetary Health Information Session
This session provides participants with a comprehensive overview of JHIPH, including its mission, accomplishments in its first year, programmatic strategies, and upcoming opportunities to connect.
3:15 pm – 3:30 pm | Closing Address
Closing remarks from JHIPH leadership.
Learn More
Find information on Planetary Health-related student groups at: https://planetaryhealth.jhu.edu/get-involved/explore-student-groups/