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

March 11, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

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

March 10, 2026

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

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

March 10, 2026

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 recognized as a 2026 Leader College of Distinction

March 04, 2026

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

Harper to host Black history celebration on March 12

March 04, 2026

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

March 02, 2026

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

Harper College names Diane Hill trustee emeritus in recognition of service

February 25, 2026

For nearly two decades, Diane Hill has been a dedicated advocate for Harper, championing student success, strengthening community partnerships and helping guide the institution through transformational growth. Read More

Harper Board of Trustees approves four-year contract for president

February 25, 2026

The Harper College Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved a new four-year contract for President Dr. Avis Proctor, reaffirming its confidence in her leadership and vision for the college’s future. Read More

Actors in costume appear in 'Dirty Turk'

Harper College Theatre Ensemble’s ‘Dirty Turk’ blends immersive performance and community storytelling

February 18, 2026

Written and directed by Harper instructor Ilknür Ozgür, ‘Dirty Turk aka Dirty Immigrant’ runs March 5-15. Read More

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