Class Ring

The Official Johns Hopkins University Ring

Johns Hopkins University adopted a single ring tradition in 1998. A group of students selected the university seal for the design because it represented one university. Available to students and alumni from all Johns Hopkins schools, the ring continues as a symbol of one vibrant community of Johns Hopkins students and alumni.

History of the University Seal

Adopted by the board of trustees on December 7, 1885, the university seal represents Johns Hopkins University's dedication to the advancement of knowledge in service to the community and the world. The design originates from the collaborative work of Baltimore historian Clayton C. Hall, Esq., and Stephen Tucker, Esq., the Somerset Herald at the College of Arms in London.

The Ring Program and the Awards and Nominations Committee

In Fall 2015, the Student Engagement Committee of the Johns Hopkins Alumni Council (now known as the Awards and Nominations Committee) adopted the Ring Program to help grow the program and expand its marketing endeavors.

A portion of the cost of the ring supports the Alumni Association.

caRING Program

Each year, the Awards and Nominations Committee of the Johns Hopkins Alumni Council awards official university rings to eligible* students, one from each Johns Hopkins division, who have excelled in leadership activities and positively impacted the campus and/or the community while in school.

Based upon demonstrated need and interest, one official Celestrium university ring will be awarded to a student from each of the Johns Hopkins divisions. The recipients will be notified in early March so they can meet with the Balfour ring representative by mid-March. Rings will be presented at the annual Ring Ceremony and Reception on May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm ET on the Johns Hopkins University Homewood campus in Baltimore, MD.

To be considered, you must complete the full application by Friday, February 14^th by 11:59pm EST. If you have any questions, please email Annie Koogle at akoogle1@jhu.edu.

Ring Purchases and the Ring Ceremony

Each ring purchased (within a specific timeline, to be posted shortly) will be held at the Balfour office and will be shipped to campus for the annual Ring Ceremony. If you would like a ring shipped directly to you, please email Jenn Fisher in the Office of Alumni Relations at jennfisher@jhu.edu.

The 2025 Ring Ceremony and Reception will take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:30pm ET on the Homewood campus.