2024 News & Stories

Harper’s High School Diploma graduates celebrate persistence and support

Gricelda Adame-Garcia and Brittney Raker spoke about turning feelings of discouragement into optimism at Harper College’s Illinois High School Diploma Ceremony. Read More

Harper continues to expand green economy programs

Students can enroll in both credit and non-credit courses involving environmental sustainability, solar energy and more. Read More

Harper employees recognized by trustees association

The Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) recently honored three Harper College employees who exemplify outstanding commitment to student success and continuous professional growth. Read More

Harper student named Soldier of the Year by Illinois Army National Guard

Nathan Johnson won the Best Warrior Competition while balancing Harper College courses and military training in pursuit of becoming a warrant officer and helicopter pilot. Read More

Harper to co-host Juneteenth Block Party Celebration

Co-presented by iCU Community and the Township of Schaumburg, the annual event will feature music, activities, food trucks and more, 2-6 p.m. June 22 at Harper College. Read More

Harper’s free Summer Concert Series includes rock, jazz and classical acts

Annual outdoor series features performances on Thursday evenings, June 6 through August 1, on Harper College’s campus. Read More

Harper’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony celebrates ‘rich tapestry’ of graduates

Harper College celebrated the Class of 2024, who earned more than 3,700 degrees and certificates, at its 56th annual Commencement Ceremony on May 17 at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates. Read More

Ten Questions with Isaac Jean-Paul

Isaac Jean-Paul, 2024 Harper College Commencement speaker, on being a father, the inspiring world of adaptive sports, why "Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield brings a smile to his face, and more. Read More

Harper student finds ‘family’ in scholarship donors

Andrea Perez Chavez invited donors Thom and Carol Lange to be her guests at Harper College’s Commencement ceremony. Her mom is coming from Honduras. Everyone is excited to celebrate her milestone. Read More

Harper's Women's Track and Field Team wins back-to-back championships

The women’s team took home first-place honors at the 2024 NJCAA Division III Track and Field Championships in Utica, New York. Read More