News 2023

Harper to honor five alumni at annual awards ceremony

September 19, 2023

Harper College will hold its 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards on October 19 to honor and celebrate former students for outstanding career and community achievements. Read More

Harper seeks volunteers for free ultrasounds

September 13, 2023

The Harper College Sonography programs are seeking volunteers to be scanned by students. Appointments begin in October. Read More

Ten Questions with Dr. Ruth Williams

September 13, 2023

Dr. Ruth Williams, Harper College provost, on her perfect day at the cabin, what about her life today would impress her 5-year-old self, the passion and energy of the people at Harper College, and more! Read More

'Almost like waking up again': Harper College students embrace Social Justice Studies Distinction

September 06, 2023

The program offers multiple paths, allowing students to engage with Social Justice Studies courses in a manner that best suits their educational and career journeys. Read More

Eric Emery - Cool Head, LLC

September 06, 2023

Welders regularly face exposure to dangerous fumes in their work environment, which is often in an enclosed space. According to OSHA, depending on the type of fumes and length of exposure, a welder may be at risk of injuries that include eye, nose and throat irritation; dizziness and nausea; damage to lungs, kidneys, and nervous system; certain types of cancer; and asphyxiation. Read More

How two Harper College Faculty Fellows innovate with multimedia lessons

August 29, 2023

Instructors Bethanie-Michelle Statler and Ranjani Murali connect with students by creating scientific song parodies and deploying funny memes. Read More

Harper Film Series screens classic movies on campus

August 24, 2023

Fall series will group screenings by theme, including westerns, horror and film noir. Read More

Earn Google Professional Certificates free through Harper

August 24, 2023

Give your career a boost by earning a certificate in Data Analytics, UX Design, Project Management, IT Support, Android Development, and Digital Marketing & E-commerce — available at no cost through December 2024. Learn more

Harper receives National Science Foundation grant for expanding drone technology education

August 22, 2023

The three-year grant will support a project involving career readiness in uncrewed aerial systems related to biological monitoring and resource management. Read More

President's Art Selection Award honorees embody collaborative spirit

August 15, 2023

Dr. Avis Proctor chose two sculptures by Harper College students to be installed outside of her office for the next year. Read More