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Ten Questions with Sabrina Wilks

November 16, 2021

Sabrina Wilks, insurance industry student apprentice, on her dream vacation, the whimsical indulgence of 'Love Actually' and finding purpose and pride in the apprenticeship programs at Harper College. Read More

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Harper Talks Show 14 - Kristina Gaardbo

November 03, 2021

Assistant Professor of Communication Arts Brian Shelton is joined by Harper Alumna Kristina Gaardbo, who graduated from the Nursing Program at Harper College and now co-owns the incredible Chicago Culinary Kitchen after pursuing her passion for culinary arts. Gaardbo received her Certified Cicerone certification from Siebel Institute. Gaardbo helped her husband, Greg, with his Shockwaves Promotional Apparel business and they always shared a passion for barbecue which started with backyard entertaining. The pair decided to turn their culinary love into a catering company in 2012, and then opened the award-winning Chicago Culinary Kitchen in 2016. Gaardbo’s restaurant has been rated the best barbeque in Illinois by Money Magazine and received numerous accolades. Gaardbo now has a food truck and has recently opened a new expanded restaurant location in Palatine. Join Gaardbo and Shelton in their conversation about Gaardbo’s journey from a Harper College student to a successful business owner. Download Episode 14 Transcript. Listen to Episode 15

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Harper among top 150 community colleges eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize

November 03, 2021

Harper College is among the top 150 institutions eligible for the nation’s signature recognition for America’s community colleges – the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

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Rep. Casten, FAA officials visit Harper to engage with drone program

November 03, 2021

Harper College students explained workforce opportunities for unmanned aircraft and guided visitors to test a drone pilot simulator. Read More

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Experience Day brings together young learners, Harper expertise

November 03, 2021

Annual Harper College event was presented in a hybrid format, with elementary and middle school students engaging in on-campus and online activities. Read More

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Veterans find connection, belonging at Harper College

November 01, 2021

On-campus Center for Student Veterans and Military-Connected Students offers resources, support for those who served. Read More

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Harper program teaches job skills to students with mild intellectual disabilities

October 25, 2021

Eric Hiller, a young adult with autism, gained a range of employability skills via Harper College’s Career Skills Institute. Read More

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Financial Aid: Myths vs Facts

October 19, 2021

Gain an accurate understanding of the financial aid application process by reviewing common myths and learning the facts. Read More

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Earn your B.A. in Health Science Administration from Roosevelt University -- right here at Harper College

October 19, 2021

Earn your B.A. in Health Science Administration from Roosevelt University, right here at Harper College. Find out how

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ESL Endorsement and TESOL Certificate

October 18, 2021

Watch this short video and learn about Harper's ESL endorsement for certified teachers and the TESOL certificate for those who want to teach English to speakers of other languages. Watch the Video

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