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Harper’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ is a family affair

November 29, 2021

Virtual, radio play version of the holiday classic will be streamed on Sunday, December 12. Read More

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Harper seeks community partners for 3D printed toy drive

November 17, 2021

Harper College’s Makerspace and Entrepreneur Center is teaming up with local volunteers and organizations to use 3D printers to make more than 5,000 toys this holiday season. Read More

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Harper among top 150 community colleges eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize

November 03, 2021

Harper College is among the top 150 institutions eligible for the nation’s signature recognition for America’s community colleges – the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

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Rep. Casten, FAA officials visit Harper to engage with drone program

November 03, 2021

Harper College students explained workforce opportunities for unmanned aircraft and guided visitors to test a drone pilot simulator. Read More

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Experience Day brings together young learners, Harper expertise

November 03, 2021

Annual Harper College event was presented in a hybrid format, with elementary and middle school students engaging in on-campus and online activities. Read More

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Veterans find connection, belonging at Harper College

November 01, 2021

On-campus Center for Student Veterans and Military-Connected Students offers resources, support for those who served. Read More

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Harper program teaches job skills to students with mild intellectual disabilities

October 25, 2021

Eric Hiller, a young adult with autism, gained a range of employability skills via Harper College’s Career Skills Institute. Read More

Christmas and Eve Lily Nikopoulos NaNoWriMo Challenge

Harper’s NaNoWriMo course inspires writers, produces author

October 14, 2021

Lily Nikopoulos published ‘Christmas and Eve’ after completing her draft in Harper College’s Community Education novel-writing workshop. Read More

Stacie Hemley

Scholarship helps Harper student stay on the path to success

October 13, 2021

The Igniting Paths to Success Scholarship enabled Stacie Hemley to pursue a business degree full-time at Harper College. Read More

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Harper celebrates and supports LGBTQIA+ communities with first Pride Fest

October 07, 2021

Inaugural event honors LGBTQ History Month and National Coming Out Day with Pride Walk, yoga class on October 11. Read More

Last Updated: 11/20/24