Harper College offices are currently closed for an all-campus meeting. Offices will reopen shortly after noon to serve students.
August 12, 2015
Cats, rabbits, and other small pets rest easy in Becky Henkes’ flounder pet beds. Her company, Des Plaines-based Pet Threads, is known for the fish-shaped beds that Henkes has hand-sewn for years. She offers a range of homemade pet accessories, including col-lar covers, through-the-collar bandanas, catnip toys and more. Read More
August 11, 2015
At JAI Yoga in Palatine, John Sisson and his staff promote mind, body and spiritual connection. Classes range from gentle and therapeutic to advanced and intense, and the studio strives to provide an inspiring yoga community that supports each of its clients on their personal journeys toward a healthy lifestyle. Read More
August 10, 2015
Anyone looking for a welcoming atmosphere to create art can find it in Andi Ruhl’s Thrown Elements Pottery, a working and teaching pottery studio in Arlington Heights. The studio offers space for experienced potters; classes for all ages and skill levels; and a fun, creative experience for birthday parties, bachelorette parties, corporate outings, date nights and more. Read More
August 03, 2015
Harper College has partnered with Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company and one of the largest manufacturers in the northwest suburbs, to offer internships to students that lead to, not only real-world experience, but also jobs. Read More
June 01, 2015
Congratulations! You've finished your senior year. You flipped your tassel at graduation, hugged friends and family. Maybe you even shed a few tears. High. School. Is. Over. But there are still a few loose ends you should tie up over the next few months to make sure you start over strong as a college freshman.... Read More
May 28, 2015
Donna Grzegorek earned her degree in dental hygiene from Harper College in 1980. Though she had initially planned to attend a 4-year university, Donna decided to attend Harper after learning that Harper graduates achieved higher scores on the national board exams than graduates of other programs. Read More
May 11, 2015
Welding is not commonly associated with women. This never dampened my desire. I only think of my good fortune and how much I like fire anyway. Read More
May 07, 2015
The Harper College Educational Foundation honored AMITA Health and Alexian Brothers employees who are Harper College alumni at a special ceremony at AMITA Health Alexian Brothers Women and Children's Hospital in Hoffman Estates. Read More
January 05, 2015
Students Myra Chung and Meta McKinney recently placed first and second at the annual Hand and Lock Prize in London, arguably the most prestigious competition in couture embroidery. They were the only two American prizewinners. Read More
December 05, 2014
Fabricators and Manufacturers Association (FMA) agrees to partnership with Harper College with a $500,000 sponsorship gift to support Harper College's Manufacturing Program and the Harper College Promise Program. FMA is a professional organization with more than 2,300 individual and company members working together to improve the metal forming and fabricating industry. Read More