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Have You Heard of #GivingTuesday?

November 19, 2015

On Tuesday, December 1, we ask that you consider joining with others from the Harper community.... Read More

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College-Bound Seniors: November Checklist

November 16, 2015

Be thankful! Only two tips for November to keep you on track and college-bound.... Read More

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Choose a Path You're Excited to Navigate

November 02, 2015

Of all the lessons Joseph Quinn came away with from Harper College, perhaps the most important was the need to discover his passion and embrace it. Read More

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Harper Courses Changed the Trajectory of Richard Perlier's Career

November 02, 2015

Richard Parlier believes the courses he took at Harper changed the trajectory of his career. The mechanical services company he worked for after high school quickly recognized his work ethic and promoted him to a heating and air conditioning service technician. Knowing he needed to bolster his technical skills, Parlier turned to Harper. Twenty-plus years later, Parlier owns First Point Mechanical Services LLC, a multimillion-dollar commercial HVAC company serving northern Illinois. Read More

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Turning Courses into Careers

October 27, 2015

Did you know that November is National Career Development month? Did you also know that November is the beginning of registration for next semester? Read some helpful advice below to learn how the two connect for your student. Read More

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