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Leslie Van Wolvelear, Harper Alum

May 11, 2017

Harper alum, Leslie Van Wolvelear, reflects on how Harper College helped her succeed in both her academic and professional pursuits. Read More

Paolo Cascio

Paolo Cascio, Harper Alum, Cinematographer, and Photographer

May 11, 2017

Some of Paolo Cascio’s earliest formative experiences came as a photographer working on Harper College’s student newspaper, The Harbinger. Read More

Kara Zukoski - Harper College Alum

Kara Zukoski, Harper College Alum

May 11, 2017

The road to a college degree isn't always easy but for Harper alum, Kara Zukoski, she found all the help, guidance, and support she needed right here at the college. Read More

Shirley Garrison - Harper Alum

Shirley Garrison, Harper Alum and Lifelong Learner

May 11, 2017

Shirley Garrison was a college graduate and a recent divorcee when she had an epiphany. "I just thought, 'I'm going to go back to school,'" she says. "I needed to bring my skills up to speed, and what a gift Harper was. Harper gave me that stuff that I needed to say, 'I can accomplish this.'" Read More

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James Lathouris, Harper College Student

May 11, 2017

James Lathouris is a visually impaired Harper College student who, thanks to the college's Access and Disability Services Program, has been able to pursue his dream of one day working for Microsoft. Read More

Last Updated: 12/14/23