Harper Highlights

From Student to Diverse Faculty Fellow, with a Little Hip-Hop along the Way

April 27, 2017

Ten years ago, in 2006, I started my first day as a student here at Harper. I was a first-generation college student, but I never thought too much of it until after I graduated from Harper. My parents are Pakistani Muslim immigrants who did not attend college in the United States and could not offer any guidance on how to navigate college or how to choose a career path. Read More

Alumni Spotlight: Michael Turgeon

April 27, 2017

Michael Turgeon is an engineer, entrepreneur, financial planner and proud Harper graduate. Although Michael’s high school friends jokingly referred to Harper as the “University of Southern Palatine,” Michael is very proud of his choice to attend Harper. Read More

New student trustee "grateful for the opportunity"

April 26, 2017

First-generation college student Niki Safakas has been sworn in as Harper's new student trustee. The 19-year-old Schaumburg High School graduate was elected by the student body to serve a one-year term. Read More

Haas foundation taps manufacturing program for grant

April 24, 2017

The Gene Haas Foundation recently awarded a $15,000 grant to Harper College to support scholarships for students in the manufacturing program. Read More

Promise Scholar will be first in her family to go to college

April 18, 2017

When Diana Guarneros thinks of college, she envisions herself in an art studio surrounded by sketchbooks and sculpting tools, working to bring her ideas to life. With her good grades and long list of co-curricular activities, the Elk Grove High School sophomore is doing everything she can to get there. There’s just one problem. “I’ve checked out some schools and they’re pricey,” Diana said. “Attending could be tricky.” Read More

Harper recognizes Barrington Bank and Trust for employing alumni

April 17, 2017

The Harper College Educational Foundation recently recognized Barrington Bank and Trust Co. through its Stand Up and Be Counted program, an initiative that celebrates employers throughout the community that hire Harper alumni. Read More

Harper partners with neighboring St. John to put on Pulitzer Prize-winning “Doubt”

April 17, 2017

The Harper Ensemble Theatre’s upcoming production of “Doubt: A Parable” will take place across the street from Harper's main campus at the picturesque St. John United Church of Christ. The play runs April 21-30. Read More

You’ve Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers! New Student Orientation – Guiding Your Student to Success

April 17, 2017

Here at Harper College we are gearing up for our most exciting time of year… the fall semester. We are looking forward to meeting with your student this summer at New Student Orientation and helping them prepare for their first semester. Here are some answers to questions you may have about New Student Orientation. Read More

College and Career Expo to feature dozens of activities, draw 1,000 visitors

April 11, 2017

The seventh annual College and Career Expo on April 22 will feature dozens of fun, educational and interactive demonstrations and activities aimed at inspiring area students and their parents to prepare earlier for higher education. Read More

Partners gather to officially kick off Building M renovation

April 10, 2017

Harper College held a groundbreaking ceremony officially kicking off the transformation of its Wellness and Sports Center (Building M) into a leading community health and recreation center. The $38 million renovation is the result of a partnership between Harper, the Palatine Park District and Northwest Community Healthcare. Read More