August 22, 2018
Harper College is one of five colleges and universities – and the only community college – to be named a 2018 Excellence in Assessment designee. Just 20 institutions nationwide hold the national designation for successfully integrating assessment practices across campus and using those results to guide institutional decision-making and improve student performance. Read More
August 22, 2018
Mary Jane Kirkwood has been an art student at Harper for 25 years. She entered her piece, Urn Envy, in the Spring 2018 Juried Student Exhibition because she had received so many compliments on the piece, particularly the glazing. She never imagined Dr. Ender would select it for this year’s President’s Art Selection Award. Read More
August 21, 2018
The Harper College Diagnostic Cardiac and Medical Sonography programs are seeking volunteers interested in receiving free ultrasounds. Appointments are available on select evenings starting Sept. 10 through Nov. 8. Read More
August 16, 2018
The Harper College Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a resolution placing a referendum question on the November 6, 2018, gubernatorial election ballot. The measure – which would not raise taxes – seeks up to $180 million to support a community-driven plan for Harper’s future that drives economic opportunity, educates for today’s high-tech jobs, and maintains and improves campus infrastructure. Read More
August 14, 2018
As it is the 25th anniversary since the original release of the movie “Rudy” in 1993, I figured it would be an excellent time to write a blog piece on the film. The great thing about this movie is that whether you are a football fan, or not, there is an inspiration that can be gleaned from the film. Also, it doesn’t matter if you are a fan of Notre Dame football or not (although it helps to be a fan) for you to enjoy the storyline in the movie “Rudy.” The movie follows the story of Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, an undersized football player and less than a gifted student who one day dreams of being accepted to the University of Notre Dame, and then walking on the football team there. Many obstacles stand in the way of both goals, including family discouragement, a less than enthusiastic response from one of Rudy’s high school teachers, and the fact that Rudy has much too small of a frame to play football at a top college football program like Notre Dame’s. Read More
August 14, 2018
“Margo always loved mysteries. And in everything that came afterward, I could never stop thinking that maybe she loved mysteries so much that she became one.” If you haven’t picked up Paper Towns yet, today is the day! To start off, Quentin Jacobs is an average guy. He does what he’s told and… that’s about it. He’s got his best friends, Bloody Ben and Radar, and he’s content. Until he meets Margo Roth Spiegelman. He’s loved her since she moved onto his street but never had the nerve to talk to her. So imagine how great Q feels when she asks him, and only him, to accompany her on a spy like a mission to seek revenge on all those who wronged her. Read More
August 14, 2018
“There’s something disturbing about recalling a warm memory and feeling utterly cold” Nick and Amy seem to be the perfect couple yet they are far from a perfect marriage. The night of their fifth wedding anniversary should be something to celebrate. Yet, Amy is nowhere to be found. In her place are presents and clues that all point to Nick killing Amy. Although Nick doesn’t cooperate with the police and struggles to be of use and do the right thing, he claims that he is innocent. The problem is: if Nick really is innocent, where is Amy? And why did she disappear? Read More
August 13, 2018
Gov. Bruce Rauner visited Harper College to sign legislation aimed at giving community colleges and four-year institutions the tools they need to better serve students with financial aid plans, an expanded application of credit transfers and increased student counseling. Read More
August 13, 2018
There’s still an opportunity to register for Harper College’s fall semester, which starts Aug. 20. Whether you're a recent high school graduate or a working adult looking to make a career change, Harper staff can guide you through the application and registration process. Read More
July 25, 2018
The Harper College HOPE Giving Circle’s reach and impact continue to grow. The philanthropic women’s group recently awarded $10,000 scholarships to three Harper students – the giving circle’s highest number of recipients since forming in 2016. Read More