Johns Hopkins University (often abbreviated as Johns Hopkins, Hopkins, or JHU) is a private research university in Baltimore, Maryland. Founded in 1876, Johns Hopkins was the first U.S. university based on the European research institution model. The university is named for its first benefactor, the American entrepreneur and Quaker philanthropist Johns Hopkins. Hopkins' $7 million bequest to establish the university was the largest philanthropic gift in U.S. history up to that time.
Located at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, the Center for the Humanities and Social Sciences functions as a vibrant hub for cutting-edge research and teaching. It brings together diverse disciplines to explore critical societal questions and deepen our understanding of human culture, history, and behavior. The Center actively encourages intellectual exchange and collaboration among faculty and students within the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and across the wider university community. It provides valuable resources like funding and fellowships to support academic pursuits and fosters public engagement through lectures and events. The Center is also dedicated to advancing digital humanities and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.
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