Alumni Spotlight
Our alumni have some pretty amazing stories to tell. Harper alumni have overcome significant obstacles, worked hard on their journey toward success and are making great contributions in both career and community. If you have an idea for an Alumni Spotlight story, contact alumni@harpercollege.edu.
Read Their Stories
A meaningful "thanks" from alumna
Dana Romero (A.A. ’19) counts several highlights from her time as a student at Harper College. She was secretary of the Psychology club, a member of Phi Theta Kappa, an orientation leader, in the Honors Program, a member of... Read More
Harper Alum's passion for social work, social justice ignited at Harper College
Years before Dr. Justin Harty (A.A. ‘08) became a trailblazer in the field of Social Work and an assistant professor in the School of Social Work at Arizona State University, he was a high school graduate questioning if... Read More
Harper alumnus to lead discussion about power, media and #MeToo
Distinguished Alumnus Dr. Christopher J. Schneider and co-author Dr. Stacey Hannem will discuss their new book ‘Defining Sexual Misconduct’ at Harper College on April 13.... Read More
Second chance leads to steadfast support of Harper students
Harper College helped Randal Allen turn his life around. The scientist, professor and donor is dedicated to helping others gain new opportunities via scholarships.... Read More
Harper graduate's immigration story inspires immigration law career
Maria Vargas received her law degree in Mexico. After becoming a U.S. citizen, she earned her paralegal certification at Harper College to work in immigration law.... Read More
Harper alum leading Illini Solar Car Team
Harper College alum Tim Damisch is president of the Illini Solar Car Team, which will compete this summer in the American Solar Challenge.... Read More
Alumni credit ESL program as catalyst for success
When Veronica Naranjo moved to the Chicago area from Colombia in 2006, she had a college degree but she didn’t speak much English and wasn’t certain about her first steps in her new country. After exploring area colleges,... Read More
Harper nursing grads working on coronavirus frontlines
As you’d imagine, a shift working with coronavirus patients is completely different than a traditional workday, alumni of Harper College’s nursing program say. “It’s really night and day in terms of how we’re caring... Read More
A start in paralegal studies launches career in public justice for Alumna
For attorney Anne Harrigan, A.A.S. ’96 and A.A. ’97, Harper served as the launching pad to a successful career in public service law. ... Read More
