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2026 News & Stories

 

Bernie Bluestein is awarded an honorary degree by Dr. Avis Proctor, president

Remembering Bernie Bluestein: Harper student and WWII hero passes away at 102

For more than 35 years, Bluestein was a fixture at Harper College, often working alongside students decades younger than him in the sculpture studio that now bears his name. Read More

Harper Talks Maham Khan

From uncertainty to finding her voice: Alumna Maham Khan shares her story on Harper Talks

The latest episode of Harper College’s alumni podcast highlights the Harper communications professor’s path from student to storyteller. Read More

Jen White-Johnson

Harper to host Disability Symposium on disability justice in action

This year’s event at Harper College will discuss moving beyond mandates to embracing disability culture and advocacy. Read More

Board of Trustees Bijal Chaturvedi

Harper College Board of Trustees appoints Dr. Bijal Chaturvedi to fill vacancy

Chaturvedi was selected after the board reviewed 24 applications and conducted interviews with candidates to fill the vacancy created by the January resignation of Trustee Emeritus Diane Hill. Read More

Edith Mugisha works in the Harper Grows Community Garden

From soil to service: Harper student gives back through the Harper Grows garden

After receiving help from Harper College’s Hawks Care Resource Center, nursing student Edith Mugisha began volunteering in the campus garden that supplies fresh produce to students seeking food support. Read More

Rainey the Harper Hawk and Coop the Schaumburg Boomers mascot

Let’s play two: Harper baseball set for games at Wintrust Field

The home of the Schaumburg Boomers will host double-headers that pit the Harper College Hawks against teams from Morton College (March 20) and Rock Valley College (April 10). Read More

InZone Summer Camp Baking Course

Harper’s InZone Summer Camp returns with hands-on learning and creative exploration

The popular program offers hundreds of courses at Harper College’s Palatine campus for kids and teens across STEM, the arts, sports and more. Read More

Harper College faculty, staff and administrators on stage at Achieving the Dream

Harper recognized as a 2026 Leader College of Distinction

Achieving the Dream, a national organization that partners with community colleges, honored Harper College for demonstrating sustained excellence in advancing student success outcomes. Read More

Black History Event 2026

Harper to host Black history celebration on March 12

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Black History is a free event open to the community featuring an interactive display of rare historical artifacts and musical performances. Read More

Melissa Armstrong helps a skin care client in her clinic

From practitioner to CEO: Harper’s Business Growth Badge helped local entrepreneur reimagine her future

Melissa Armstrong says Harper College’s Community Education program gave her the confidence, clarity and tools to guide her business toward growth. Read More

Last Updated: 3/23/26