Our computer science undergraduates are active, engaged members of the Johns Hopkins and Baltimore communities.
In addition to running student chapters of professional organizations, they also host HopHacks, a fully student-run, 36-hour annual JHU-based hackathon, funded by industry, that attracts students from across the country; participate in collaborative research projects at JHU’s renowned Schools of Medicine and Public Health; are launching their own business startups with support from The Pava Center; and are involved with numerous outreach programs in the Baltimore community.
Student Groups and Events
ACM Student Chapter
The Johns Hopkins Association for Computing Machinery is dedicated to furthering knowledge and advancement of computer and information technology through the free exchange of ideas and information.
Computer-Integrated Surgery Student Research Society
CISSRS was founded in March 1998 in response to a growing need for educational support and student involvement in computer-integrated surgery. The student-run society was created to provide a bridge between professionals and students and to better realize student interests.
HopAI
The Artificial Intelligence Society at Johns Hopkins strives to connect students and academics from different fields of study and levels of expertise who share a common interest and curiosity for artificial intelligence. The society provides a platform for this diverse community to educate one another about AI and to examine the present and future issues and impacts of AI from varying perspectives. Through multidisciplinary discussion and debate, HopAI encourages awareness of work in varying fields of study and creates an integrative network across the Johns Hopkins University. The organization cultivates interdisciplinary conversation and collaboration that is crucial for innovation and student success.
HopHacks
HopHacks is the student-run, 36-hour hackathon that takes place every semester on campus. The organizing team runs all aspects of this event, from website development and registration to sponsor and judge recruitment. Participation in the event as a hacker and/or volunteer is expected before joining the organizing team. The team recruits new members each semester.
JHUXplore
JHUXplore aims to educate JHU undergraduates about user experience and provide opportunities to learn and develop crucial UX skillsets through real-world applications.
Johns Hopkins University Systems Programming Club
JHUSPC is a student group interested in promoting interest and working on projects related to operating systems, compilers, embedded programming, and more. Everyone is encouraged to join—no experience required.
Software Engineering Club
SWEC's mission is to foster community within the Department of Computer Science with a focus on software engineering, hosting skill development and professional development workshops throughout the year.
UPE Honor Society
Upsilon Pi Epsilon is the International Honor Society for Computing and Information Disciplines. UPE contributes to computer science as a discipline and awards scholarships to outstanding graduating computer science students and to those showing outstanding academic achievement. Membership is academically competitive and solicitations for applications are distributed 1–2 times per year.
Women in Computer Science
Women in Computer Science (WiCS) provides opportunities and resources for female and nonbinary computer science students. Events include speakers, dinners, and weekly “Coding Circles.”
More engineering student groups
The Homewood campus is brimming with opportunities for students to get involved, explore new interests, and have fun. We guarantee you’ll find a group that suits your interests!