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Achieving the Dream recertifies Harper as Leader College of Distinction

February 16, 2023

Harper College is among just three community colleges in the country to be named a Leader College of Distinction by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities. Read More

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Harper Named 'Leader College of Distinction'

February 16, 2023

Harper College is among just three community colleges in the country to be named a Leader College of Distinction by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and mobility in their communities. First honored with the prestigious designation in 2020, ATD announced Thursday that Harper has recertified its Leader College of Distinction status. Read More

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Harper board approves 1.5% tuition increase for 2023-24

February 15, 2023

The Harper College Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $2 per credit hour tuition increase to help support the college’s commitment to providing quality, affordable and accessible education. Read More

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Harper College Police Department achieves ILEAP accreditation

February 15, 2023

The department is only the second community college police department in the state to be recognized by the Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. Read More

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Supporting the Harper community following the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

February 10, 2023

The Harper College community reflects our global community, with students and employees personally affected by this disaster. Learn more about resources and how you can contribute to relief efforts. Read More

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Money Goals for the New Year

January 31, 2023

Take a look at helpful resources on meeting your financial goals. Read More

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Harper College welcomes Fulbright Scholar in Residence

January 31, 2023

Dr. Rabia Ali, a professor and scholar from the International Islamic University in Pakistan, will bring a global perspective to Harper College this semester as a Fulbright Scholar in Residence. Read More

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Harper Talks Episode 25 - Dr. Leslie Van Wolvelear

January 30, 2023

Harper alumna Leslie Van Wolvelear discusses why she chose Harper after high school, her path to being an accountant and passion for teaching it to others, her dedication to lifelong learning, and role as professor and Chairperson of the Accounting Program at Oakton Community College where she has pioneered gamification teaching techniques for her students. Listen to Episode 25

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Harper to host Valentine’s Day blood drive

January 30, 2023

Share the love and save a life by donating blood at Harper College's Foglia Foundation Health and Recreation Center on February 14 or 22. Read More

Spring Film Series 2023

Harper’s new film series brings celebrated movies to campus

January 24, 2023

The Spring Film Series will run through May and include three sets of movies that center on common themes: the heist, the food and the women. Read More

Last Updated: 3/25/26