Congratulations to Dr. Jessica Marie Johnson!

VIDEO BY STEPHANY BRAVO

Dr. Jessica Marie Johnson has been promoted to associate professor with tenure at Johns Hopkins University making history as the first Black woman to be tenured in the nation’s oldest History Department. We are inspired and overjoyed and we wish to celebrate this accomplishment with some words from the EM Electricians. Thank you for who you are and all that you do in this world Dr. JMJ!

Dr. Johnson, The mark you have left on Hopkins History is indelible . . .

you are a true visionary and tastemaker. Thank you for charting a new path. Even more, however, the mark you have left on us, by creating, sharing and holding space for those who have come behind you, is truly inspirational. Your commitment to a black feminist ethics of care, both within and outside of your scholarship is what sets you apart. Your love for history, your students and peers transcends across time and space. Hopkins, as well as all of us who have been touched by you, are ever  so lucky to share space and be in community with you. I am so  happy we can be a small part of your marvelous journey, congratulations! 
—Halle-Mackenzie Ashby

Congratulations on getting promoted to associate professor with TENURE, Dr. Johnson!

I am so incredibly happy and proud of you for all your amazing accomplishments. Not only are you a groundbreaking scholar, you have also been a model of what collaboration, mentorship, and solidarity can look like in the academy. Thank you for showing us what is possible, and thank you for being you.. Enjoy and celebrate this moment because you deserve every minute of this success. I’m tryna be like you when I grow up! I bask in the glory, I stan a legend! Congratulations again! —Ayah Nuriddin

Dr. Johnson, Your light is bright and protected!

Many congratulations on tenure! You continue to make history while creating space for many of us! Again congrats!!!
—Kelsey Moore

Dr. JMJ: How does it feel to make history?

You never fail to inspire me with your intellect, dedication to scholarship, and your rigor. Congratulations on receiving tenure and on your historic win! Thank you for leading by example and being a role model to look up to.
—Jada Similton