Events
Premier 50th Anniversary Events
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50th Commencement: Graduation 2018 - RECAPOn Saturday, May 19, 2018 Harper College held a ceremony honoring fall 2017 graduates and candidates for spring 2018 and summer 2018 graduation. |
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50th Anniversary Time Capsule - RECAPSuggestions were submitted for items to contribute to a time capsule that will be opened at the College's 100th Anniversary in 2067. |
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TEDxHarperCollege - RECAPOn Wednesday, April 18, 2018, the College welcomed students, staff and faculty for TEDxHarperCollege. The event celebrated the College’s Proud Past and Strong Future. |
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50th Anniversary Community Day Celebration - RECAPOn Saturday, April 14, 2018, the community enjoyed all-day activities ranging from the College and Career Expo, all-class alumni reunion, campus tours, adult workshops and live performances. |
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Golf Open - RECAPOn Monday, June 12, 2017, more than 100 area golfers gathered for some friendly competition – and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students. |
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Jazz Under the Stars - RECAPOn Wednesday, June 21, 2017, The Ken Spurr Ensemble delighted an audience with jazz under the stars at Harper's outdoor pavilion. |
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50th Anniversary Celebration Hullabaloo for Students - RECAPOn Wednesday, September 13, 2017 Harper College hosted a welcoming event for current and returning students. Activities ranged from henna tattoos, obstacle courses and magic. |
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50th Anniversary Gala - RECAPMore than 400 people attended the event on September 16 at Priester Aviation at Chicago Executive Airport, capping off a weeklong celebration recognizing the first week of Harper classes back in 1967. |
Doing More Together Week - RECAPHarper College faculty and staff came together to make a difference in our community, donating almost 600 hours during Doing More Together Week. |
Additional 50th Events
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