Bloom Where You Are: Cultivating Growth in Every Season

Schedule

Tue Mar 31 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

R. House | Baltimore, MD

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An evening of conversation, connection, and encouragement for women across the Hopkins community.
About this Event

Join the for an evening of reflection, connection, and celebration as well honor over 100 years of Black History and commemorate the BFSA's 30th Anniversary!

This special Happy Hour offers space to reflect on our collective legacy, celebrate the contributions of Black faculty and staff, and look ahead to the future of community and advocacy at Johns Hopkins. Meet the newly installed BFSA leadership, connect with current members, and learn more about opportunities for continued engagement.

Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite HBCU or Divine Nine apparel in honor of the institutions and traditions that have shaped our journey. Fun, food, and games! Appetizers available while supplies last.

This event is free and open to all Johns Hopkins community members β€” we kindly ask that you RSVP to confirm your attendance. If you have any questions, contact BFSA President Lorraine Smith at [email protected] or Dr. Wayne L. Bethea, PhD at [email protected].

*Free parking is available on-site. For more information about parking options at R. House, visit this website and scroll to the bottom of the page. https://r.housebaltimore.com/


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 05:30 PM
Arrival, Appetizers, & Community Connections
πŸ•‘: 05:45 PM
Welcome from BFSA President, Lorraine Smith
πŸ•‘: 06:30 PM
Group Photos
πŸ•‘: 06:30 PM
Raffle Drawing
πŸ•‘: 06:30 PM
Games and Networking
πŸ•‘: 07:30 PM
Closing Remarks
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R. House, 301 West 29th Street, Baltimore, United States

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