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Holiday Shopping at Studio V

December 06, 2023

Get all your holiday shopping done right on campus at Studio V! We have gorgeous Christmas décor, handmade knitted hats, one-of-a-kind jewelry, custom built charcuterie and serving boards, scented candles, cute wristlet purses and more. All of our items are made by Harper staff, students and local artisans. Hours are M, T, W 10 am – 4 pm and R 12 pm – 6 pm. Studio V is open until December 14. Come find us in J Building room 133 across from J Theatre. Read More

Ten Questions with Laura Brown

December 06, 2023

Before beginning her retirement, Harper’s chief advancement officer reflects on a decade of fundraising success, discusses the importance of family and shares her favorite, speedy cartoon characters. Read More

Gamers smash competition, build community in Harper’s growing esports team

December 05, 2023

Esports team members share the leadership and teamwork skills they’ve gained as competitive gamers who are creating a new tradition at Harper College. Read More

Ten Questions with Jonathan O'Grady

November 15, 2023

Jonathan discusses the on-the-job opportunities he’s received via Harper’s apprenticeship program, his passion for golf and why he’d love C-3PO to be his best friend. Read More

Inspire Campaign Goal Student Scholarships

Record $30 million raised for scholarships by Harper College Educational Foundation

November 15, 2023

With donations big and small, the Inspire campaign surpassed its goal nearly one year ahead of its completion date. Read More

Harper College Women's Cross Country National Champions 2023

Harper’s Men's and Women's Cross Country teams sweep nationals

November 13, 2023

The women’s and men’s teams each took home first-place honors at the 2023 NJCAA Division III Cross Country Championships in Huntsville, Alabama. Read More

Teaching Africa Today: Faculty's international field experience elevates student learning

November 07, 2023

A Fulbright-Hays Group Projects Abroad faculty development experience in Kenya and Uganda is the latest in Harper College’s longstanding commitment to providing students with a global perspective. Read More

Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Top 150 2025

Harper once again eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize

October 31, 2023

For the second consecutive time, Harper College is among the top 150 institutions eligible for the nation’s signature recognition for community colleges – the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

Experience Day allows young students, families to experience life at Harper

October 19, 2023

Students in grades 3 through 12 are welcome to participate in free Experience Day events, Saturday, November 4, on the Harper College campus. Read More

Harper to host employer summit: Build Your Bench Strength

October 18, 2023

Harper College’s second annual employer summit will bring together business leaders and experts to address the evolving landscape of workforce dynamics. Read More

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