News 2018

Harper entrepreneurs looking to kick start DeoBlock to market

May 11, 2018

Harper College students Anthony Tamras and Drake Roberts are poised to take their young company, DeoTech LLC, to the next level. They’ve spent the past two years developing, tweaking and hopefully perfecting the DeoBlock, a portable deodorizer that combats bad smells with a plant-based gel infused with essential oils. The Palatine High School graduates came to Harper so they could focus on launching the business. Read More

The College Board president to address Harper grads

May 10, 2018

Harper College’s upcoming Commencement Ceremony marks the close to Harper’s 50th anniversary year and the unveiling of a time capsule to be displayed in the David K. Hill Family Library for the next half century. The ceremony will also feature commencement speaker David Coleman, president and CEO of the College Board, an organization that administers the SAT, Advanced Placement program and other standardized tests. Read More

Harper names surgical technology suite after longtime supporters

May 09, 2018

Harper College has named its surgical technology suite in honor of longtime supporters Derrick and Joni Hamilton. The Inverness couple, who have donated more than $100,000 in support of the College and the Promise Scholarship Program, was recognized during a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony. Read More

Students to Watch: Haroon Wilson

May 08, 2018

With a love for Health Information Technology and a deep appreciation for the opportunities Harper College has provided, the future is bright for Haroon Wilson. Read More

Harper dedicates David K. Hill Family Library

May 04, 2018

David and Diane Hill have been passionate advocates for education and transformational leaders to Harper through their service and generous financial support. It’s only fitting, then, that the reimagined library be known as the David K. Hill Family Library. The College on May 3 held a rededication and naming ceremony to recognize the Hills’ significant contributions and celebrate the campus’ bustling new hub. Read More

Harper sweeps cupcake competition

April 27, 2018

Harper College students Emily Reddy and Ed Dolik finished first and second, respectively, in a head-to-head cupcake showdown against Elgin Community College at the 2018 Bon Appetit Community Food and Drink Festival in Hoffman Estates. Read More

Prestigious fellowship for aspiring presidents taps two administrators

April 26, 2018

Not one, but two Harper College administrators have been awarded the prestigious Aspen Presidential Fellowship for Community College Excellence, a leadership program aimed at preparing the next generation of community college presidents. Michelé Smith, Vice President of Workforce Solutions/Associate Provost for Curriculum, and Brian Knetl, Associate Provost, are among 40 Fellows from across the country – and the only recipients from Illinois – selected by the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program. Read More

Congress hears Harper College testimony on workforce pipeline

April 25, 2018

Harper College administrator Maria Coons testified on Capitol Hill about workforce development issues and the College's efforts in the areas of career and technical education and apprenticeships. Read More

Clay Guild to hold spring pottery sale

April 24, 2018

The Harper College Clay Guild will once again hold its spring pottery sale on May 2-3, offering the public a chance to shop for one-of-a-kind pieces. Read More

International student named Harper's 10th Jack Kent Cooke recipient in 8 years

April 19, 2018

International student Mili Tomar's unique perspective and drive to improve the world through research are just part of why she's been awarded the Jack Kent Cooke scholarship, which provides up to $40,000 annually for up to three years. Read More