Events Calendar

Programs
Study Café
Every Tuesday through May 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Cultural Center, D281
Students are welcome to connect, study, and relax in the Cultural Center while enjoying snacks, drinks, and light music. No registration required.
Events
Interfaith Activism
April 26, Noon-1 p.m.
Cultural Center, D281
Dr. Vincent Gaddis, History Professor, Elgin Community College, and Deena Atta, Academic Advisor, Harper College, join us for a panel discussion about the historical role that diverse religions have taken in social movements, personal stories about involvement in activism, how their faith shapes that involvement, what impedes on interfaith coalition building, and what they believe can and should be done to help current social movements. Lunch Provided.
Roundtable Discussion with Diverse Healthcare Professionals
April 27, Noon-1 p.m.
Wojick Center Dining Room, Building W
Lunch provided. Registration required by April 18 at bit.ly/harper roundtable
Students pursuing or considering Health Care professions are welcome to connect with professionals of color to:
- Learn more about different health careers
- Engage in small roundtable discussions
- Explore new possibilities for the future
- Get questions answered
Taking Back Cinco De Mayo
Thursday, May 5, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Join us for a trip to the Mexican Fine Arts Museum with a guided tour and authentic Mexican food as we learn the true meaning of Cinco De Mayo. Free goodie bag for all attendees. Transportation provided. Submit form by May 2, 2022 https://bit.ly/harpercinco
You! A History Through Art
Tuesday, May 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m., AND Wednesday, May 11, 2022, 12:30-2 p.m.
Cultural Center (D281)
Join Esmeralda Guerrero Lopez, Student Coordinator for Diversity Initiatives, through a guided mindfulness activity using photographs and mixed media to reflect on the history that shapes us and decompress before finals.
Mindfulness is the practice of being mentally and physically present. Rooted in ancient ancestral and indigenous practices, mindfulness is a way to de-stress and relax.
Holi with Ajanta Chakraborty
Thursday, May 12, 5-6 p.m.
Cultural Center, D281. Conference Room 2
Let’s celebrate Holi, India’s Festival of Colors with Dances & Stories! We will hear the stories from her book "Let's Celebrate Holi!" and learn a dance that enacts the story. Harper community and families with children are welcome! First 20 children to attend will receive a book.