Harper College will be closed Monday, December 23 through Wednesday, January 1 for Winter Break.
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offers several signature events and programs throughout the year. We also create events in response to current events, student and employee interests, and collaborative opportunities. Check out our events below! You can also see up-to-date information on our Instagram page!
Dia de Los Muertos Altares Celebration
Wednesday, October 30,2024
12:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Rotunda
Join us for an in-gallery tour of altares and an artisan market. This event illustrates the artistic, cultural, and religious facets of this popular pre-Columbian Mexican tradition where death is seen as a natural part of life and this reality is approached with humor a celebration of life.
No registration required.
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
The Counter: A Space for Expression & Joy
Thursday, November 7, 2024
2:30 PM-3:45 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
A bi-monthly meetup for students to express their voices, share their stories, and experience collective joy. Participants can sign up in advance to share content that relates to the theme for the month. Offered in partnership with Access & Disability Services, Advising, Harper Library, and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
November Theme: Heal.
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions activities and trips
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
The Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
January 29, 2025
12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Building W, Wojcik Center
Dining Room & Amphitheatre
An annual celebration honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Featuring artistic performances and keynote speaker. Soul food lunch provided for all event attendees.
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
The Counter: A Space for Expression & Joy
Thursday, February 6, 2025
2:30 PM-3:45 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
A bi-monthly meetup for students to express their voices, share their stories, and experience collective joy. Participants can sign up in advance to share content that relates to the theme for the month. Offered in partnership with Access & Disability Services, Advising, Harper Library, and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
February Theme: Joy.
Black History Month: Paint & Sip Some Black History!
Thursday, February 13, 2025
1:30 PM-2:30 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
A special FUSION session focused on the contributions of Black Americans, past and present. Join us for painting and lemonade!
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
The Counter: A Space for Expression & Joy
Thursday, April 3, 2025
2:30 PM-3:45 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
A bi-monthly meetup for students to express their voices, share their stories, and experience collective joy. Participants can sign up in advance to share content that relates to the theme for the month. Offered in partnership with Access & Disability Services, Advising, Harper Library, and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
April Theme: Sum.
2025 ILACHE Conference
Friday, April 11,2025
Governors State University
The Illinois Latino Council on Higher Education (ILACHE) conference is a great opportunity to attend workshop sessions offered in an interactive and innovative style. Open to students to register and attend this exciting opportunity to network and learn more about Latine/x topics.
Registration required (link will be available once registration opens)
BLK: Black Learners and Kickbacks
Every 1st and 3rd Monday
2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Building D, Room D281. Cultural Center (Above Starbucks).
Affinity space for Black identifying Harper students meeting on every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Cultural Center for discussions, activities, and trips.
Drag Loteria
Sabor Latino
Latinos Unidos Alumni Reunion
FUSION: Recess on the Lawn
BLING (BIPOC LGBTQ+ Inclusion & Networking Group)
10 Shared Principles Dialogue
Paint and Sip Some Black History
Trans Tea Time
I Rise, We Rise: Leading as a Woman of Color
Disability Symposium: Ability Focused Advocacy
Semillitas Book Club
I Rise, We Rise Speaker Series
National Diversity Month Service Project: Girls Love Mail
(ILACHE) Illinois Latino Council on Higher Education Conference
Dr. Sonnet's Welcome
Social Justice End of the Year Celebration