2025 News & Stories

Harper’s Ethics Bowl team headed to national competition

After clinching the two-year college regional title, Harper College’s Ethics Bowl team will once again compete for the national championship. Read More

Harper College maintains top Aaa rating from Moody’s

The bond credit rating corporation again assigned its highest possible evaluation to Harper, citing the college’s large tax base, strong financial position and increasing enrollment. Read More

National Book Award finalist m.s. RedCherries to read from ‘mother’ at Harper

The acclaimed author will visit Harper College on February 25 to share the story of a daughter who reconnects to her mother and explores her Native American roots. Read More

Harper’s Black History Month events aim to inspire, educate

As part of Harper College’s celebration, the history department will present free events that will help the community engage with Black history through music, innovation, art and more. Read More

Ten Questions with Carol Trejo Kroeger

Harper College’s counseling services manager discusses embracing her uniqueness, taking comfort in ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ and hoping that more people treat their mental health like their physical health. Read More

Harper seeks volunteers for free ultrasounds

Harper College’s sonography programs are scheduling echocardiograms and obstetrical ultrasounds for volunteers to be scanned by students. Exams begin in mid-February. Read More

Michelle Mabry to be honored with Excellence in Service Award at MLK Celebration

A jack of all trades in Harper College’s Operations Services department, Michelle will receive the award at an annual event celebrating the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on Jan. 29. Read More

From ESL student to teacher: A full-circle moment for Harper alum

When Roger Doherty-Ramirez signed up for Harper College Foundation’s Interactive Tour last fall, he didn’t anticipate an emotional homecoming. Read More

Harper’s GIS program graduates find success in an expanding field

Alumni Carolina Szoepe and Ryan Facks embarked on careers in geographical information systems because of the skills they honed and the encouragement they received in Harper College’s GIS program. Read More

To celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, Harper spotlights hope and justice

The Shining Light on Hope and Justice campaign invites the Harper College community to be inspired by King’s example and acknowledge those who make a positive impact on campus, leading up to the annual King celebration on Jan. 29. Read More