Educational Foundation Stories

Alumnus Andrew Payette shares how Harper connected him with a public policy career on Harper Talks

March 07, 2025

The constituent services liaison for the office of Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi discusses how his Harper College experience prepared him for apolitical work helping constituents on the newest episode of the Harper Talks alumni podcast. Read More

From ESL student to teacher: A full-circle moment for Harper alum

January 21, 2025

When Roger Doherty-Ramirez signed up for Harper College Foundation’s Interactive Tour last fall, he didn’t anticipate an emotional homecoming. Read More

Brenda and Eric Knox, Knox Family Endowment

June 23, 2021

"Harper is where we both started our college journeys, with both of us taking night classes and working to support our education." Read More

Distinguished Alumni on Their Advice to Future Alumni

October 15, 2020

Each year Harper College recognizes the achievements of highly accomplished alumni at its Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony. This year’s honorees range from a decorated firefighter, to a compassionate hospice nurse, to a self-starting veteran. When asked what advice they have for future Harper alumni, they were quick to offer their wisdom. Here’s what they had to say. Read More

HOPE Giving Circle hits $100,000 milestone

July 24, 2019

The Harper College Educational Foundation's HOPE Giving Circle at a reception last week awarded $10,000 scholarships to four deserving students, bringing the total amount awarded to $100,000 for 10 young women since the group’s inception. Read More