Harper College

Faculty Exhibition 2025

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Ten Questions with Ailyn Trujillo

May 02, 2025

Harper alum Ailyn Trujillo, circulation supervisor for the Harper College Library, discusses her preference for warm weather and how her 5-year-old self would have been impressed that she works in a building full of books. Read More

Jack Kent Cooke Transfer Scholarship Semifinalists

Four Harper students named semifinalists for prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship

April 30, 2025

Harper College students Bruno Diaz, Wengipreye Indiamaowei, Annette Lee and Priyanka Saroya are among the semifinalists for the Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, which supports students as they pursue bachelor's degrees. Read More

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A bachelor’s degree within reach: Why Illinois must embrace Community College Baccalaureates

April 30, 2025

We stand in full support of bold, proposed bipartisan legislation that would allow Illinois community colleges to offer baccalaureate degrees in high-demand fields. This is not only necessary, it is long overdue. Read More

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Student Juried Exhibition 2025

April 30, 2025

This annual exhibition includes works in various media and styles by students who have taken art courses throughout the year. Awards are provided by the Harper Educational Foundation. Read More

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Harper Talks Episode 45 – Ushna Zamir

April 29, 2025

In this episode of Harper Talks, alumna Ushna Zamir shares how Harper College shaped her journey—from finding lifelong friendships to discovering a passion for communications. She shares how her experience on the speech team and support from mentors helped her shift from a STEM path to a new field of study. Now thriving in HR at Raytheon, she encourages students to be open to new opportunities, get involved, and trust the process. Listen to Episode 45

New Harper College Board of Trustees

Harper College Board of Trustees welcomes new members

April 29, 2025

Recently elected trustees Eric Knox and James Meyer were sworn in at the April 28 meeting, alongside new Student Trustee Adekunbi Aransiola. Read More

Marcos Aguilar teaches an ASL course

Deaf ASL instructor Marcos Aguilar brings global perspective, immersive learning experiences to Harper

April 23, 2025

From helping to create Ecuador’s first sign language dictionary to teaching about Deaf culture, the Harper College educator works hard to make sure all voices are heard. Read More

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Harper College Theatre Ensemble lurks in the shadows with ‘Gaslight’

April 21, 2025

Harper’s ensemble will present one of theatre’s most enduring plays, which originated the term ‘gaslight,’ from April 30 through May 4. Read More

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5 Quick and Easy Healthy Recipes from Harper College's Nutrition Program

April 17, 2025

Harper College's Nutrition program students and faculty offer five quick and healthy recipes to help you eat healthy and stay energized all day. Read More

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Spring 2025 Finals Week Programming

April 15, 2025

Check out what's happening on campus for Spring 2025 Finals Week! Read More

Last Updated: 4/3/25