Fall 2026 Finals Week Programming: Harper College

Take a look at the Fall 2026 Finals Week Programming schedule below. We hope these activities will help you to de-stress and give you a positive boost to finish the semester strong. Good luck with your finals; you've got this!

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Ongoing Activities:

Thrive Kits
- Sign up to receive a free ThriveKit! As part of Finals Week Programming, this kit is filled with small treats and resources to help you get through the end of the semester. Sign-ups are limited to one kit per student and will be open through Sunday, November 15, while supplies last. ThriveKits will be mailed to the address you provide on this submission. Contact Ailyn Trujillo at ta22842@harpercollege.edu with any questions.
Community Puzzles, Job Placement Resource Center (I-117) and Library (F-206)
- Take a break by working on a community puzzle! Stop by anytime outside the Job Placement Resource Center (I-117) or inside the Library (F-206) during open hours to work on our community puzzles.
Warm and Fuzzy Collection, Hawks Care Resource Center (D-204)
- Are you a student who would benefit from getting new hats, gloves, mittens or scarves? Stay warm this season by visiting the Hawks Care Resource Center to pick up new, adult-sized winter accessories. While supplies last.
Gaming Lounge, Special Hours, Rec Center (M-1201)
- The Harper College Gaming Lounge is a space for students to play, compete, and hang out. Stop by to play console and PC games, challenge a friend to a game of ping pong or foosball, try a board game, or join one of our gaming tournaments and events. The Gaming Lounge is located inside the Health and Recreation Center and is free for currently enrolled Harper College students with an active Student Membership.

Monday, November 30

Refueling Station, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in L-260A
- Stop by for a quick study break to grab a snack and coffee! Refueling your body while studying can help improve concentration and ability to retain information. Pick up a grab and go snack for all of your studying needs and learn about mental health resources to help support you before and after finals.
Yoga Fit Fusion, 6:15 to 7 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Tuesday, December 1

Guided Flow Yoga, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Precise dynamic poses are sequences together to create a moving meditation that helps calm the mind, increase flexibility, and build strength. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Wednesday, December 2

Leisure Reading Made Easy with Library eBooks and Audiobooks, 12 to 12:30 p.m., F-220/Online
- Reduce stress, improve focus, and enjoy a much-needed break from classes (whether you're a student or employee!) with popular eBooks and audiobooks from the Harper College Library! Join this workshop in person or virtually to learn how to get started with the Libby and Palace Project apps. From download to checkout, Harper librarians will guide you through the process step-by-step! Registration required to join online.
Yin Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Passive yoga poses are held longer to target the deepest tissues and the connective tissue allowing the muscles to relax. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Thursday, December 3

Comfort Dogs, 1 to 3 p.m., Library Entrance (F-206)
- Take a break with comfort dogs! Stop by the Library to greet and de-stress with a comfort dog.
Crafty Corner, 2 to 4 p.m., Library (F-226)
Poetry Open Mic, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Cultural Center (D-281)
- The Cultural Center Presents an afternoon of poetry, conversation, and inspiration. Bring writing that feels complete or unfinished to share. Sometimes just being heard is enough. Join us to share what you have been working on with others and enjoy what it feels like to be heard. Light snacks and fall beverages will be provided!

Friday, December 4

Yoga Fit Fusion, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Healthy Back Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Reduce stress through safe postural poses and core strengthening. Participants progress through pose levels within their own limitations, with support and adaptations for all abilities. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Monday, December 7

Yoga Fit Fusion, 6:15 to 7 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Tuesday, December 8

Guided Flow Yoga, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Precise dynamic poses are sequences together to create a moving meditation that helps calm the mind, increase flexibility, and build strength. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Book Bedazzling, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Make Shop

Wednesday, December 9

Pre-Finals Healing Pause, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., Cultural Center (D-281)
- A Reiki Experience with Jaime Morales, Reiki Healer. Before the stress of finals, The Cultural Center invites you to slow down, practice self care, and engage in calming activities that support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. This event is a reminder that your wellness matters ad that taking a moment to pause is part of preparing for success.
Sound Meditation, 11 to 11:45 a.m. and 12 to 12:45 p.m., Library (F-226)
- Join meditation facilitator Jay Taylor for an experience in sound and music. Lie down, get comfortable, and engage with the powerful frequencies of the crystal singing bowls. As the sound evolves, practice the art of acceptance and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate and/or benefit from the experience. You may bring a yoga mat, blanket, and/or a pillow; chairs and a limited number of yoga mats are also available. Registration required.
Yin Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Passive yoga poses are held longer to target the deepest tissues and the connective tissue allowing the muscles to relax. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Thursday, December 10

Refueling Station, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in L-260A
- Stop by for a quick study break to grab a snack and coffee! Refueling your body while studying can help improve concentration and ability to retain information. Pick up a grab and go snack for all of your studying needs and learn about mental health resources to help support you before and after finals.

Friday, December 11

Yoga Fit Fusion, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Healthy Back Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Reduce stress through safe postural poses and core strengthening. Participants progress through pose levels within their own limitations, with support and adaptations for all abilities. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.

Monday, December 14

Lofi Study Lock-In, 1 to 4:30 p.m., Cultural Center (D-281)
- Need a place to lock in and get things done? Join us at the Cultural Center for a chill Lofi Study Lock-In during finals! Whether you're studying for exams, finishing assignments, catching up on notes, or just need a quiet space to focus, this is your time to reset and get productive. Enjoy relaxing lofi beats, good vibes, and a community all working toward their goals. Bring your laptop, books, headphones, study materials, and snacks will be provided! All are welcome.
Yoga Fit Fusion, 6:15 to 7 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Free Massage Chairs, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Rec Center (Building M)

Tuesday, December 15

Guided Flow Yoga, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Precise dynamic poses are sequences together to create a moving meditation that helps calm the mind, increase flexibility, and build strength. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Free Massage Chairs, 3:15 to 4:45 p.m., Rec Center (Building M)
Lofi Study Lock-In, 1 to 4:30 p.m., Cultural Center (D-281)
- Need a place to lock in and get things done? Join us at the Cultural Center for a chill Lofi Study Lock-In during finals! Whether you're studying for exams, finishing assignments, catching up on notes, or just need a quiet space to focus, this is your time to reset and get productive. Enjoy relaxing lofi beats, good vibes, and a community all working toward their goals. Bring your laptop, books, headphones, study materials, and snacks will be provided! All are welcome.

Wednesday, December 16

Yin Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Passive yoga poses are held longer to target the deepest tissues and the connective tissue allowing the muscles to relax. This class is fully guided. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Free Massage Chairs, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Rec Center (Building M)

Thursday, December 17

Friday, December 18

Yoga Fit Fusion, 9 to 9:55 a.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Blend of traditional yoga postures, cardio bursts, and strength training with a variety of equipment for full-body workout while maintaining mindfulness and breathwork. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.
Healthy Back Yoga, 12 to 12:55 p.m., Rec Center (M-1010)
- Reduce stress through safe postural poses and core strengthening. Participants progress through pose levels within their own limitations, with support and adaptations for all abilities. A Student Membership or guest pass is required.