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NAArtsEntertainmentAthleticsMedia HopkinsatHome May 08, May 8, Thursdayhopkins at home, pep band, sesquicentennialFor over a century, the Johns Hopkins Pep Band has been bringing energy, spirit, and a touch of mayhem to Blue Jays athletics and beyond. Known for their legendary tagline—"Forcing Merriment and Mayhem"—this student ensemble has fueled school pride with unmatched enthusiasm and unconventional flair.Join us for a lively webinar featuring current Pep Band Director Duane Melzer, Pep Band Treasurer and Historian, Jaekeb Harper, A&S '25, and Hopkins alumni Irv Litofsky, A&S '73 moderated by Nicoleen Willson, Director, Office of Arts and Innovation as we strike up the history of the band, exploring its evolution, and unique role in campus life. Through archival materials, behind-the-scenes stories, and conversations with past and present members, we’ll explore how the Pep Band has shaped the Hopkins experience—one halftime show at a time.Were you part of the Pep Band? Do you have stories or favorite memories to share? We’d love to hear from you! Whether you played an instrument, waved a flag, or simply cheered along, your experiences are part of this incredible tradition. CLICK HERE TO SHARE YOUR STORYThrowback to 1971! The Johns Hopkins Pep Band marching in perfect H formation on the field at the Houston Astrodome before the big Hopkins-Navy lacrosse game. Photo courtesy of Irv Litofsky, A&S, '73.pep-band
May 08, 2025
12:00 PM EDT
Forcing Merriment and Mayhem Since 1921: A Century of the Johns Hopkins Pep Band
