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Faculty Exhibition 2025

Harper Talks 49 Phyllis Higgins

Alumna Phyllis Higgins shares how the Fast Track program jump-started her education on Harper Talks

January 12, 2026

The Army veteran shares how Harper College’s accelerated program helped her balance work, education and long-term career goals. Read More

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Welcome Back, Hawks!

January 09, 2026

The Library is here to help you succeed this semester! Read More

Spring Film Series 2026

Harper’s Spring Film Series explores power, identity and culture across multiple genres

January 09, 2026

This semester’s free screenings include movies starring Val Kilmer and Robert Redford, and directed by Jordan Peele and Paul Thomas Anderson. Read More

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Get Your Student I.D. (HarperCard) in the Library!

January 09, 2026

Attention students! For the first two week of the semester, you can get your student I.D (HarperCard) in the Library! Read More

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Move2Grow by Jessica Walsh

December 19, 2025

In most classrooms, movement signals a break from learning. For Move2Grow Founder Jessica Walsh, it’s the very path to learning. Read More

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Harper Radio named a finalist for Best of Chicago poll and IBS Awards

December 19, 2025

Listeners can vote for WHCM, 88.3 FM, as Best Overall Radio Station in the ‘Chicago Reader’’s annual Best of Chicago poll through December 31. Read More

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Harper students save money and gain access with open educational resources

December 17, 2025

OERs offer free textbooks and enhance accessibility for students while allowing Harper College instructors to create customized resources. Read More

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Harper Talks Episode 49 – Phyllis Higgins

December 04, 2025

US Army veteran and Harper College alumna Phyllis Higgins joins Harper Talks to share her inspiring journey from military service to corporate success. Phyllis reflects on returning to school through Harper’s Fast Track program, balancing work and family, and finding her passion in supporting others. Now an apprenticeship talent navigator at Zurich Insurance, she champions opportunities that help students and career-changers thrive. Phyllis shares a powerful reminder to take the leap, invest in yourself, and “just do it.” Listen to Episode 49

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Muddy, Buddy and Oprah: Harper Library exhibit celebrates decades of campus performances

December 03, 2025

The virtual and physical exhibit spotlights campus appearances by legendary performers, highlighting Harper College’s rich history of music, culture and community engagement. Read More

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Harper College nearing construction milestone on campus Canning Student Center and University Center

December 03, 2025

Leadership from William Rainey Harper College, the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), and local and state officials gathered today to celebrate a construction milestone on the new Canning Student Center and University Center. Read More

Last Updated: 11/20/25