Finding My True Calling
February 11, 2016
Unlike many college experiences, mine did not start immediately after high school. I took several years to find my true calling and get into a career I love. Read More
Harper College will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, for Election Day.
February 11, 2016
Unlike many college experiences, mine did not start immediately after high school. I took several years to find my true calling and get into a career I love. Read More
January 20, 2016
We know that many parents of college-students face “boomerangs”–adult children who may be returning to live in the family home for a variety of reasons. They look familiar--sound familiar--but the “house rules” and family by-laws seem to be ignored in every possible way. What happened? Read More
January 15, 2016
Happy New Year! A new year means brand new opportunities--especially when it comes to financial aid. This month's tips will help you understand your financial aid options early enough to help you and your student make an informed college choice decision for the fall: Read More
December 22, 2015
Celebrating a Season of Thanks and a Future of Promise. Happy Holidays! Read More
December 01, 2015
The Harper College Distinguished Alumni Awards Program recognizes former Harper students who have distinguished themselves in their careers and in their service to the community. This page is dedicated to the 2015 award recipients. Read More
November 23, 2015
Now that midterms are in the rearview mirror, it’s time to start thinking about the end of the semester and final exams. Here are four ways you can help your student through the last few weeks of the semester. Read More
November 19, 2015
On Tuesday, December 1, we ask that you consider joining with others from the Harper community.... Read More
November 16, 2015
Be thankful! Only two tips for November to keep you on track and college-bound.... Read More
November 02, 2015
Of all the lessons Joseph Quinn came away with from Harper College, perhaps the most important was the need to discover his passion and embrace it. Read More
November 02, 2015
Richard Parlier believes the courses he took at Harper changed the trajectory of his career. The mechanical services company he worked for after high school quickly recognized his work ethic and promoted him to a heating and air conditioning service technician. Knowing he needed to bolster his technical skills, Parlier turned to Harper. Twenty-plus years later, Parlier owns First Point Mechanical Services LLC, a multimillion-dollar commercial HVAC company serving northern Illinois. Read More