Harper College is closed Friday, July 3, for Independence Day (Observed).
October 13, 2015
The leaves are changing, the days and nights are cooler and pumpkin spice lattes are all around. That can only mean one thing: October! Here are a few tips to keep you and your student on track this month.... Read More
October 09, 2015
Recipients of the 40 Under 40 Emerging Nurse Leader Awards included Clinical Supervisor Megan McDowell and alumni Suzanna Kopek and Nicholas Nelson, both graduates from Harper’s Class of 2009. Read More
October 08, 2015
As our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of the campus shooting at Umpqua Community College and their loved ones, I would ask that you join community colleges across the country and the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) and participate in a National Moment of Silence on Thursday, October 8, 2015, at 1 p.m. to honor and support our fellow faculty, staff and students at UCC. Read More
October 07, 2015
With each campus shooting, like the most recent at Umpqua Community College, we are reminded of the importance of maintaining a safe campus at Harper College. While campus law enforcement have protocols in place to respond to incidents, our goal is to prevent the incidents from happening in the first place.... Read More
October 05, 2015
Myths run deep. Some become legend. Some just need to go away once and for all. Let's debunk three financial aid myths here and now. Read More
September 18, 2015
Welcome to a new year! It's only a month into the semester, but there are already a few things that you and your student should be looking into this month in order to stay on track for college next year.... Read More
September 14, 2015
Thanks to all who made it out during that crazy morning blizzard this past weekend for our Spring 2016 High School Open House. Despite the blustery weather, we had a record-breaking number of people attend! If you weren't able to make it or want to make sure you didn't miss out on any key information, here are some answers to one of the hot topics of the day: transferring. Read More
September 14, 2015
Jenni Huber has a goal in mind – Earn her associate of applied science (AAS) degree in accounting. But along the way, she’s taking advantage of every opportunity her program of study presents, while discovering that persistence pays off. Read More
August 19, 2015
Four more important conversations about students living at home, transferring to complete a degree, getting involved on campus and transportation. Read More
August 15, 2015
When Ana Santos-Vitelo saw a void in the Brazilian food scene, she wanted to fill it. She and her husband did just that when they opened Brazil Express Churrasco Grill in May 2012 in Schaumburg. A casual steakhouse and affordable alternative to other Brazilian restaurants, Brazil Express offers a pleasant, family-friendly atmosphere and extensive selection of Brazilian fire-grilled meats, salads, side dishes and desserts. Read More