Nicci Cisarik De Jesus
Director, Admissions Outreach
admissions@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6700
Background: I attended Dominican University where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Photography and Painting/Drawing. I continued my education at Indiana State University where I graduated with a Master of Science in Student Affairs and Higher Education. I have 10+ years of experience working in higher education, 8 of which were spent working in admissions and enrollment management at a Chicagoland community college.
Alejandro Mendoza
Operations Manager
amendoza@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6976
Additional Language: Spanish
Background: I graduated from Elk Grove High School and began my college journey at Harper College, where I obtained the Associate of Arts and Associate in Science degrees with a focus in Business Administration. I transferred to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where I completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. I earned a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from Loyola University Chicago.
Reyna Espinoza
Adult Engagement Specialist
Respinoz@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6909
Additional Language: Spanish
Background: I am a former community college student and worked in the admission office at Oakton Community College for 3 years as a Student Ambassador. After I graduated from Oakton with my associates degree, I transferred to Northeastern Illinois university where I earned my bachelor’s degree. I am currently in the process of earning my master’s in Higher Education through NEIU’s ENLACE (Engaging Latinx Communities for Education) program.
Mark McPherrin
Senior Admissions Specialist - Adult Students
mmcpherr@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6112
Background: I completed my undergraduate and master’s degrees in history from U.I.C. The favorite part of my job is talking with students and learning about their experiences, plans and challenges, and helping them on their personal journey.
Point of contact for:
Serves the following areas of interest:
Art, Design, and Performing Arts
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Information Technology
Manufacturing and Construction
Ela Jakubczak
Admissions Specialist - Adult Students
je38427@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6106
Additional Language: Polish
Background: I earned my Associate Degree at City Colleges of Chicago and completed a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Northeastern Illinois University. I have been working with community college students for almost 10 years. I love helping students on their journey to achieve their dreams.
Point of contact for:
Serves the following areas of interest:
Engineering, Math, and Computer Science
Liberal Arts, Language, and Communication
Aline Leipprandt
Admissions Specialist - Adult Students (Health Science)
la22530@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6940
Additional Language: Portuguese
Background: I am a Harper College Alumni. I completed an Associate of Arts degree and transferred to Northern Illinois University where through the partnership with the University Center at Harper College, I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Counseling. My positive experience at Harper helped me to achieve my educational goals, I am now happy that I can help other students who are beginning their journey at our institution!
Serves the following area of interest:
Celeste Reyes
Admissions Specialist - High School (Health Science)
rc08224@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6169
Background: I attended Western Illinois University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration with a minor in business management. I hope to continue my education and pursue a master’s degree in higher education and student affairs. I am a big advocate for continuing education, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals.
Serves the following area of interest:
Cristina Chávez
Admissions Specialist - High School
cc37293@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6780
Additional Language: Spanish
Background: I began my college career at Elgin Community College receiving my Associate of Arts degree. I transferred to Northern Illinois University (NIU) and obtained my bachelor’s degree in Sociology. I am currently in the process of completing my master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs at NIU. I am passionate about helping others as they work towards their career goals.
Point of contact for:
Serves the following high schools:
Jalen Little
Admissions Specialist - High School
jlittle@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6156
Background: I am a Schaumburg High School and Harper College Alumni. I completed the associates of arts degree at Harper College. I transferred to Southern Illinois university - Carbondale and completed my bachelor's degree in Audio Engineering and Broadcast journalism with a minor in sociology. I'm passionate about helping others to pursue their goals and better their lives.
Point of contact for:
Serves the following high schools:
Sarah Meyer
Admissions Specialist - High School
ms15692@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6751
Background: I began my college journey at McHenry County College, where I earned my associate degree. After I graduated, I transferred to Northern Illinois University (NIU) to complete my bachelor's degree. I am also in the process of earning my master’s degree in higher education and student affairs at NIU. I am passionate about helping students discover the many educational and career pathways that community colleges provide.
Point of contact for:
Serves the following high schools:
Thalia Garcia
Receptionist
gt16396@harpercollege.edu
847.925.6700
Additional Language: Spanish
Background: I graduated from Harper College with my Associate in Arts degree. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor's in Business Administration at DePaul University, through the University Center partnership with Harper College. Being a Harper alumnus, it brings me great joy that I can help others achieve their dreams..
Admissions Outreach
Building C, Room C103
847.925.6700
Email Admissions
Request an Appointment
On Campus Hours—C103:
Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
On Campus Hours—One Stop A250:
Monday–Thursday: 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Remote Hours (phone, email, and chat):
Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.*
The office is closed on college holidays.
*Summer Hours May 29 - August 4.
