STS's largest project currently in development is Virtual JHU, an effort to create a computer-generated 3D version of Johns Hopkins Homewood Campus. Begun in 2006, Virtual JHU was created as a method for students to get a view of campus from the comfort of their home -- allowing prospective students and their parents to see and learn about Homewood Campus when a personal visit is not possible, as well as informing current students about locations and classes via ISIS. Furthermore, it will assist JHU faculty and staff in organizational matters, as well as allowing them to familiarize themselves with their place of work more easily.

On July 1, 2010 we released Virtual JHU 2.0, which followed a release that included only the exteriors of buildings. Current features include new customized terrain, ISIS data integration, tagging key points on campus, both inside and outside of buildings, and integration of some multimedia material. Further potential additions include:

• Wireless coverage maps
• Wayfinding
• Shuttle routes
• Utility Maps (Internal use only)
• Full interior modeling for select areas
• Integration of multimedia, such as audiovisual campus tours
• More locators for offices, vending machines, security poles, etc.

Plans have also been made to model other JHU campuses as well, such as the Peabody Institute and the School of Public Health. You can stay informed about our progress on Virtual JHU by reading the STS blog.

Roll over the pictures to the left to get a view of Virtual JHU in progress.

• Virtual JHU -- Current release of Virtual JHU
• Google Earth Plugin -- Required to view this version of Virtual JHU