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Message from the Chief:

On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Harper College Police Department, I am honored to welcome you to our website. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for all who learn, work, and visit our campus.

The Harper College Police Department plays a vital role in fostering a community built on trust, safety, and mutual respect. We are committed to reducing crime and enhancing the feeling of security, while also building strong, collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners. Our focus is on supporting the academic success and well-being of our community through proactive engagement and service.

We hold ourselves accountable to the community we serve, and through ongoing professional development, we ensure that our actions reflect our commitment to making Harper College a safer, more inclusive place for all.

Thank you for visiting our website. We are here to support and serve you, and we look forward to helping make your time at Harper College a positive experience.

Chief John R. Lawson M.S

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HARPER COLLEGE POLICE DEPARTMENT 

The men and women of the Harper College Police Department are here to serve the law enforcement needs of the campus community. We are on duty 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and are located in Building B.

Student success is our priority. We are frequently the first and most recognizable representatives of Harper College when community members arrive at the campus. We assist you with everything from patrolling the campus, to investigating crimes and traffic accidents, to serving as content experts in the classroom. We welcome opportunities to engage with the campus community and to keep Harper College a safe place to work and learn.

Historically, Harper College has been a safe campus; however, we ask that you assist us by reporting any suspicious activity you observe. Remember- If you see something- say something.

Finally, we do our best to provide the professional law enforcement services to the campus, but we always are looking for ways to improve. If you have a suggestion for us, please send us an email or call 847.925.6330.

Emergency Information

• Safety is our number one priority. Learn about Emergency Procedures.
• LIFE THREATENING INJURIES: CALL 911
• For non-life threatening incidents occurring on campus, refer to Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management for guidelines on Injury Reporting.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AT HARPER COLLEGE

ADOPTION OF 10 SHARED PRINCIPLES: Opening the Dialogue to Students and Law Enforcement