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Sarah Lima

Harper’s CSI program inspired a young graduate to start her own business

November 20, 2024

After graduating from Harper College’s Career Skills Institute, designed for adults with mild intellectual disabilities, Sarah Lima co-founded Téia Candle Co., Jewelry and Home Décor. Read More

Mukila Maitha and Crystal Peirce

Harper to host Geographic Information Systems Career Day panel

November 15, 2024

The Harper College Geography Department’s virtual event will feature GIS professionals in government, business and academia sharing their career journeys. Read More

Javi Rivera in Testing Center

Harper’s Learning and Career Center changes the lives of students – and staff

November 12, 2024

While helping students at LCC, Bobbi Pineda and Javi Rivera were inspired to complete their associate degrees and earn bachelor’s degrees via Harper College’s University Center. Read More

The Odd Couple

Harper College Theatre Ensemble presents ‘The Odd Couple’

November 11, 2024

Neil Simon’s celebrated comedy will be performed November 15-17, 22-24 at Harper’s Performing Arts Center. Read More

HEED Award

Harper College receives HEED Award, recognizing commitment to diversity and inclusion

November 06, 2024

For the second consecutive year, and fourth time overall, Harper has received the Insight Into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, a national honor for colleges and universities. Read More

Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda

Harper displays Día de los Muertos ofrendas

November 04, 2024

The traditional Mexican altars, which remember deceased family and friends, will be on display at Harper College through Nov. 6. Read More

Ten Questions With Sonnet Gabbard

Ten Questions With Dr. Sonnet Gabbard

October 31, 2024

The coordinator for LGBTQ+ student initiatives at Harper College shares her ‘Buffy’ fandom, her dream of living in New York City and her gratitude for being a member of such supportive communities. Read More

Experience Day

Experience Day welcomes young students, families to Harper’s campus

October 25, 2024

Students from grade 3 through high school can participate in hands-on activities and watch demonstrations in Harper College labs at this free event, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2. Read More

Dick Kolze

Steadfast Harper supporter Dick Kolze passes away

October 23, 2024

Dick, who was 94, served as a member of the Harper College Board of Trustees for 12 years and established a Harper scholarship in his son’s name. The college’s Dick Kolze Lane is named in his honor. Read More

Dr. Proctor

Harper president chosen for the Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship

October 22, 2024

Dr. Avis Proctor is one of 25 community college leaders selected for a fellowship focused on improving access, completion and post-grad success for students. Read More

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Last Updated: 10/31/24