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William Rainey Harper bust

Lifelong Learning Institute to hold annual open house

July 23, 2019

Adults ages 50 and over are invited to learn more about Harper College's Lifelong Learning Institute at its annual open house on August 13. Read More

Marwil Chirinos addresses her fellow HSE graduates

High School Equivalency graduation a celebration of perseverance

July 11, 2019

Harper College’s recent High School Equivalency graduation ceremony was a celebration of perseverance and hard work. Among this year’s class of 60 students were Marwil Claret Chirinos and Marie Elaine Bollozos, two inspirational graduates who overcame numerous challenges to excel academically. Read More

The outdoor pavilion at Harper College

Free summer concerts at the pavilion

June 25, 2019

Many newcomers and familiar faces will perform in Harper College’s fast-approaching outdoor summer concert series. All concerts are free and will take place at the Drs. Kenneth and Catherine Ender Pavilion on the north side of campus. Read More

William Rainey Harper bust on campus

Harper hosting first-ever Alumni and Harper Retiree Reception

June 24, 2019

Harper College will host its first-ever Alumni and Harper Retiree Reception, offering former students and professors an opportunity to reconnect and reminisce. Read More

Provost Judy Marwick testifies at the House Committee on Education and Labor

Provost highlights high school partnerships at Congressional hearing

June 19, 2019

With a national call to reform higher education to better support all students and overhaul the federal Higher Education Act, the House Education and Labor Committee is seeking new approaches that help achieve both quality and equity. Provost Judy Marwick provided insight into the work Harper College is doing, testifying on Wednesday at a bipartisan hearing, “Innovation to Improve Equity: Exploring High-Quality Pathways to a College Degree.” Read More

Maria Vital

Harper student headed to Germany for cultural immersion fellowship

May 29, 2019

Harper College student Maria Vital is one of only 75 American young professionals selected for the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program for Young Professionals, which encompasses a year of intensive language training, a semester of classes and an internship in Germany. Read More

A University Center employee welcomes a student

Harper College and DePaul University to launch master’s degree in nursing

May 21, 2019

DePaul University will launch a new Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing program this fall at the University Center at Harper College, making it the first master’s degree to be offered at Harper’s Palatine campus. Read More

President Ken Ender addresses Harper College graduates

Commencement ceremony symbolizes pursuit to educate all Americans

May 18, 2019

A record number of graduates representing diverse walks of life and impressive scholarly achievement walked across the stage at Harper College’s 51st annual Commencement Ceremony. Read More

Harper College President Ken Ender shakes the hand of a graduate

Student success agenda continues upward trajectory

May 15, 2019

Harper College has made an unwavering commitment under President Ken Ender to helping students finish what they start. Significant strides have been made in graduation rates, persistence and other student success measures as a result. Read More

A display case features the photographs and bios of 7 fallen police officers

Harper dedicates police memorial to honor fallen officers

May 13, 2019

A new police memorial display at Harper College will honor those who have lost their lives while serving and protecting the public. “Students need to acknowledge the commitment to this career and know what it takes,” said Associate Professor Wayne Johnson, who served on the Chicago Police Department for 25 years. “This pays homage to those who serve every day and have paid the ultimate sacrifice.” Read More

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