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John Chapman

Free seminar to provide economic and markets outlook

February 12, 2019

John Chapman, Chief Executive Officer of Clearwater Capital Partners, will provide insight into this year’s economic and markets outlook at a Harper College seminar, “Outlook 2019,” on March 5. Read More

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin tours Harper College's advanced manufacturing lab and speaks with elementary students who were on campus for a tour

Durbin visits Harper, tours advanced manufacturing lab

February 08, 2019

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin visited Harper College to tour the advanced manufacturing lab and other state-of-the-art facilities that help students develop the high-tech skills they need for 21st century jobs. The veteran lawmaker was instrumental in securing a $12.9 million Department of Labor grant in 2012 to expand Harper College’s advanced manufacturing training program to other community colleges throughout Illinois. Read More

Bree Bogucki on ESPN

ESPN segment celebrates Harper alumna

February 04, 2019

ESPN is celebrating 50 years of the Special Olympics with a story on Harper College alumna Bree Bogucki, who’s overcoming her disabilities in a big way. Now at Tennessee Wesleyan University, Bree is excelling at school and at track while advocating on behalf of others with disabilities. “Even though we may have challenges, that shouldn’t define us,” she says. Read More

Diego Cruz

Distinguished Trustee scholarship recipient thriving despite challenges

January 17, 2019

While Diego Cruz's grit and determination have served him well, life is not without its challenges. His family's undocumented status causes financial hardship and stress, while his commute to school takes 90 minutes on the bus. Yet Diego is confident he'll achieve his dreams. "Harper's setting me up for success," he says. Read More

Harper College's D Building

Three finalists named in Harper presidential search

January 15, 2019

Three current community college presidents have been named finalists in Harper College’s search for its sixth president. Read More

Mukila Maitha works with a GIS student

Harper charts new course with GIS program

January 10, 2019

Launched in 2016, the geographic information systems program at Harper College offers instruction in the high-growth industry of geospatial technologies. Recent graduate Mickey Davis is among those who landed a full-time GIS position before earning his certificate. Read More

Harper students perform an ultrasound

Harper seeks ultrasound volunteers

January 09, 2019

The Harper College Diagnostic Cardiac and Medical Sonography programs are seeking volunteers interested in receiving free ultrasounds including obstetric ultrasounds. A limited number of appointments are available starting Jan. 30 through April 10. Read More

Harper College personal trainer Joe Mago works with client

Harper personal trainer offers tips for the holidays

December 19, 2018

Staying healthy during the holiday season can be a challenge, but Harper College personal trainer Joe Mago says you can fend off weight gain by following a few tips. Read More

Harper alumni working at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital gather at a recent Stand Up and Be Counted event

Harper College celebrates partnership with Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

December 13, 2018

Harper College recognized Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital through its Stand Up and Be Counted program, an initiative that celebrates area employers that hire Harper alumni. Read More

Harper College Dean Rebecca Lake receives the ICCCA Innovation Award from ICCCA President-elect Michael Boyd

Harper's partnership with Zurich wins ICCCA Innovation Award

December 04, 2018

Harper College’s partnership with Zurich North America offering registered apprenticeships has been awarded a 2018 Illinois Council of Community College Administrators Innovation Award. Read More

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