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Kelsey Lewis stands in front of display case in the Avante Center.

Second attempt at college a success for Harper College graduate

August 18, 2021

Harper College was a "turning point" for Loyola University-bound Kelsey Lewis, who arrived at a low point in her life but graduated with a renewed sense of energy and purpose. Read More

Mukila Maitha Drone Program

Harper’s drone technology program selected for FAA initiative

August 11, 2021

The college’s certificate program has been recognized for high standards, support of emerging workforce needs related to unmanned aircraft systems. Read More

Mitch Ryba

Student-employee finds his power at Harper

August 02, 2021

Mitch Ryba “fell in love” with science at Harper College. He is a member of three clubs, works for Harper Wellness and plans for a future in health and medicine. Read More

Vanessa Jimenez Nava

Harper grad discovered talent, self-confidence in Fast Track Program

July 26, 2021

Harper’s faculty and staff helped show Vanessa Jimenez Nava that she belonged in college. After graduation, she bought her own restaurant. Read More

Harper 2021 graduates hold diplomas

MacKenzie Scott gift helps launch Igniting Paths to Success Scholarship

July 21, 2021

The two-year Igniting Paths to Success Scholarship will award full tuition, fees and books to 1,000 students beginning this fall. Read More

Liza Pletneva U.S. Olympic Rhythmic Gymnast

Harper alumna excited to compete at Tokyo Olympics

July 21, 2021

Rhythmic gymnast Liza Pletneva’s road to the Olympics required constant training, global competitions, relocating to Illinois and the discipline to balance her Harper College studies with her sport. Read More

Schaumburg Boomers

Join Harper at the Schaumburg Boomers on Aug. 8

July 21, 2021

Harper College is partnering with the baseball team for Back to School Night at Wintrust Field. The first 1,000 kids will receive a Boomers/Harper backpack filled with school supplies. Read More

HSE Distinguished Scholar Xiling Chen

HSE Distinguished Scholar: ‘I’m seeing a better future’

July 19, 2021

More than a decade after she emigrated from China, Xiling Chen earned her high school equivalency diploma from Harper College. Now, she’s ready to study for a certificate in Supply Chain Management. Read More

Get a shot at a year of tuition graphic

COVID-19 vaccinated? Get a shot at a one-year scholarship

July 06, 2021

Harper College’s commitment to protecting the community will continue in a big way with a July 14 COVID-19 vaccine clinic and a chance to win one of up to 10 scholarships for an entire year of tuition, fees and books. Read More

Harper students outdoors on campus

On campus and online: Harper is ready to serve you

July 06, 2021

With on-campus fall classes and in-person office hours, Harper celebrates rebuilding a vibrant campus community. Read More

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Last Updated: 5/13/25