Getting to graduation in a pandemic
On the surface, it looked like smooth sailing for University of Iowa-bound Sammi Sandefur, but the final months leading up to graduation were anything but a pleasure cruise.... Read More
Donated emergency funds help fill short-term financial gap for Harper students
The ripple effect of COVID-19 impacted not only the way college students learned as they made the rapid transition to online classes, but it tossed them into unanticipated financial instability. Without the immediate support... Read More
Harper College graduates honored for their resilience in virtual commencement ceremony
Harper College celebrated its Class of 2019-2020 in a virtual commencement ceremony that lauded graduates for their resilience and underscored the importance of connectedness.... Read More
Harper Jazz Ensemble entertains with virtual performances
When Harper College moved to online classes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it effectively canceled the Harper College Jazz Ensemble’s spring concert. So the ensemble's director, Jeff Hedberg, orchestrated virtual performances... Read More
Small Business Development Center helping local businesses stay afloat
Since the COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses to close, the number of local employers seeking help has skyrocketed. The Small Business Development Center at Harper College has seen its demand for consultation more than... Read More
Nearly 500 students already benefiting from Harper College emergency fund
Harper College has supported nearly 500 students through the recently established Harper Student Emergency Relief Fund, which currently tops $230,000 due to the support of more than 350 donors, the Educational Foundation and the... Read More
Study at home, stay on track this summer at Harper College
Harper College will continue to offer a robust schedule of courses this summer with hundreds of courses being offered in a 100% online format, allowing students to stay on track toward their goals while studying from home.... Read More
Harper students and teachers create protective gear for essential workers
Career and Technical Education teachers from Buffalo Grove and Wheeling high schools have designed and are now producing a protective face shield, with help from Harper College’s Makerspace and Entrepreneur Center.... Read More