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Dom Flemons

Dom Flemons brings ‘Bronze Buckaroo’ and a deeper history of American music to Harper

The Grammy-winning musician will headline Harper College’s first Back Porch Revue Festival, blending music and film in a free performance centered on Black cowboys. Read More

Mark Klemencic stands behind text that says Ten Questions With Mark Klemencic

Ten Questions with Marc Klemencic

The Harper College Distinguished Alumnus, who got a second chance at a successful career at Harper, discusses the best advice he’s received and why he’d like to be best friends with Rocky Balboa. Read More

Jeff Przybylo

Building speakers, building people: Jeff Przybylo’s 30 years at Harper

As the Harper College professor prepares to retire, the influence of his leadership with the Speech and Debate team and in the classroom continues across generations of students. Read More

Harper Talks 53 Kiara Trejo

Alumna Kiara Trejo shares her full-circle journey from Harper to the jobsite on Harper Talks

The construction manager reflects on finding direction at Harper College, breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry and returning to campus to help lead the Canning Student Center project. Read More

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi poses with Dr. Avis Proctor and leaders from Harper College and the Chicago Quantum Exhange

Rep. Krishnamoorthi visits Harper, presents $765K for quantum science education

The federal funding will expand access to emerging technology careers and strengthen regional workforce pathways and partnerships. Read More

A member of the construction crew places the signed beam into place

Harper marks construction milestone with beam-signing for new Business and Social Sciences Building

Harper College marked a major construction milestone with a beam-signing ceremony for its new Business and Social Sciences Building. Read More

Social Transformation Capstone Presentation

Harper’s Social Justice Studies Distinction gives students tools they can use to make a difference

Mentorship and hands-on experience prepare Harper College students to work in government and the community to foster long-term change. Read More

2027 Aspen Prize Semifinalist

Harper recognized as Aspen Prize semifinalist for third consecutive time

Harper College is one of 25 institutions vying for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s most prestigious recognition for community colleges. Read More

Cop on a Rooftop

Harper Police to host 'Cop on a Rooftop' event to benefit Special Olympics Illinois

The Harper College Police Department will participate in the Dunkin’ 'Cop on a Rooftop' fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois on Friday, May 15. Read More

brianna roldan

Ten Questions with Brianna Roldan

The Harper College nursing student discusses the benefits of being an early riser, appreciation for her Harper support system and finding inspiration in ‘Grey’s Anatomy.’ Read More

Last Updated: 3/23/26