Harper College

Faculty Exhibition 2025

Harper Cross Country Team

Alumnus coaches Harper cross country team on historic win streak

January 29, 2019

After running cross country as a student at Harper College in 1969, Coach Jim Macnider never imagined he’d return to coach the very team and sport he credits with giving him the determination to stay in college and finish his education. Read More

Front facing photo of Harper College professor of Nutrition, John Athamanah

We Are Harper: John Athamanah

January 22, 2019

Harper College professor of Nutrition, John Athamanah, finds inspiration in helping students enrich their lives. Read More

Diego Cruz

Distinguished Trustee scholarship recipient thriving despite challenges

January 17, 2019

While Diego Cruz's grit and determination have served him well, life is not without its challenges. His family's undocumented status causes financial hardship and stress, while his commute to school takes 90 minutes on the bus. Yet Diego is confident he'll achieve his dreams. "Harper's setting me up for success," he says. Read More

Harper College's D Building

Three finalists named in Harper presidential search

January 15, 2019

Three current community college presidents have been named finalists in Harper College’s search for its sixth president. Read More

Mukila Maitha works with a GIS student

Harper charts new course with GIS program

January 10, 2019

Launched in 2016, the geographic information systems program at Harper College offers instruction in the high-growth industry of geospatial technologies. Recent graduate Mickey Davis is among those who landed a full-time GIS position before earning his certificate. Read More

Harper students perform an ultrasound

Harper seeks ultrasound volunteers

January 09, 2019

The Harper College Diagnostic Cardiac and Medical Sonography programs are seeking volunteers interested in receiving free ultrasounds including obstetric ultrasounds. A limited number of appointments are available starting Jan. 30 through April 10. Read More

Harper College personal trainer Joe Mago works with client

Harper personal trainer offers tips for the holidays

December 19, 2018

Staying healthy during the holiday season can be a challenge, but Harper College personal trainer Joe Mago says you can fend off weight gain by following a few tips. Read More

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We Are Harper: Yusra Iftegar

December 18, 2018

Yusra Iftegar believes passion and hard work are the keys to success in the Nutrition program at Harper College. Read More

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Realizing Dreams: Jori Giesey and Donna Penkava Grzegorek

December 14, 2018

Celebrating Harper's donors and the students' dreams they help realize. Read More

Harper alumni working at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital gather at a recent Stand Up and Be Counted event

Harper College celebrates partnership with Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital

December 13, 2018

Harper College recognized Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital through its Stand Up and Be Counted program, an initiative that celebrates area employers that hire Harper alumni. Read More

Last Updated: 3/17/26