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How to Encourage Campus Involvement - It's Easy!

September 07, 2017

As a family member to a college student, you likely understand the importance of involvement in clubs and organizations, but you may not know how to help your student get involved. Harper College Hullabaloo is an event that showcases clubs, organizations, and campus resources. Read More

Jackie Cooney, Supplemental Instructor

Nervous About Semester Success? You're Not Alone!

August 23, 2017

Every semester is like my first semester because every student is unique, and I need to meet them where they are and adapt to them as they have to adapt. My name is Jackie Cooney. I am the Supplemental Instructor for all the geology courses. What I do is help you build the necessary skills, concepts, and geological relationships to succeed in this class… Read More

Betty Gialdini

Betty Gialdini, Founder of Harper's Fashion Design Program

August 17, 2017

When Betty Giladini approached Harper College's founding president Dr. Lahti about starting a fashion design program, he merely smiled and said "get started." Learn more about Betty's journey and the impact her dedication had on Harper College. Read More

Dr. Vicki Atkinson

Fall Semester - It's Here

August 09, 2017

If you are a parent of a new student at Harper, I bet you have some questions about these important 'getting started' topics. Take a look at these common questions that most parents have and let us know how we can assist. Read More

Massage therapy students working with clients

Free Massage Therapy Intro Class to Start a Rewarding Career

July 20, 2017

If your student is interested in pursuing a career in Massage Therapy, a career that is projected to grow 22 percent from 2014 to 2024, Harper College is now offering a free introductory course. Read More

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