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Dr. Tamara Johnson and Jeff Julian

Two Harper leaders selected for Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship

April 05, 2023

Harper College leaders Dr. Tamara Johnson and Jeff Julian have been selected for the Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship, a prestigious program preparing the next generation of community college presidents. Read More

Community Innovation Fund Grant Program Recipients 2022

Harper College launches second year of Community Innovation Fund Grant Program

March 29, 2023

The program will award five, one-year grants to area nonprofit organizations that support the advancement of equity, diversity and economic mobility for underserved communities. Read More

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Harper’s Career Forward event to inspire, connect adults to opportunity

March 28, 2023

With guest presenters, information about Harper College resources and sessions geared to adults seeking a reset opportunity, Career Forward will take place April 5 at the Wojcik Conference Center. Read More

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Harper partners with Google to provide career certificate scholarships

March 21, 2023

Harper College has partnered with Google to provide scholarships for students to complete Google’s Professional Certificates Program on Coursera. Read More

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Ten Questions with Alyssa Weisgerber

March 14, 2023

Alyssa Weisgerber, Fashion Studies student, on Wednesday Addams, superhero movies and what she loves most about Harper College. Read More

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Harper’s production of Lettie to feature conversations with playwright Boo Killebrew

March 10, 2023

The Harper College Theater Ensemble will welcome an extra special guest to its upcoming production of Lettie, with playwright Boo Killebrew herself visiting campus for post-show conversations on March 24-25. Lettie runs March 17-26. Read More

Fresh Check Day 2022 Volunteers

Harper promotes mental health awareness with Fresh Check Day

March 06, 2023

Annual event at Harper College helps students recognize the signs of suicide and become more comfortable talking to their peers about mental health resources. Read More

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Harper’s InZone camp fills summer with fun and learning

March 02, 2023

Harper College's InZone enrichment and sports camp for students ages 6 to 14 ensures a summer filled with both fun and learning. Read More

Disability Awareness Month Events 2023 Genevieve Ramos Grishma Shah

Harper celebrates Disability Awareness Month with dance, art and more

March 01, 2023

Harper College’s Access and Disability Services office is leading a month of programming to support individuals with disabilities while engaging and educating the larger community. Read More

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Harper College maintains top Aaa rating

March 01, 2023

Harper College has maintained its Aaa rating from Moody’s Investor Services, the bond credit rating company’s highest possible rating. Read More

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