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Paralegal Janet Tan

Adult learner at career crossroads finds fresh start with Harper’s paralegal studies program

July 16, 2020

After two decades of teaching, Janet Tan wanted a change. She found her experience and interests were a fit with the Paralegal Studies program. But she had a perception that she might be too old to return to college. Read More

2020 Harper Student Fashion Show

Imagine: Harper College Fashion Show Spring 2020 Review

July 06, 2020

Harper College Fashion Design students share their work through "Imagine," the 2020 Fashion Show Spring Review. Read More

Desiree Peerman at her new job

Emergency Fund Turns Despair Into Hope

June 03, 2020

Desiree Peerman was one semester into her college education at Harper College when the pandemic hit and rocked her world. Read More

Wen Lie sews masks

Harper HSE Student Borrows a Machine to Sew Masks Between Classwork

May 28, 2020

While the Community Resource Center closed due to the pandemic, the work of Partners for Our Communities did not stop. They continued serving families in need through a variety of programs, and now there were more families in need than ever. Wen Liue felt compelled to help. She approached POC’s director Kathy Millin with an idea. Wen asked, “You have sewing machines that are going unused, could I borrow one so I can sew cloth masks for people?” Read More

Photo of shoes standing by chalk art that says, "Have Hope."

Mental Health Month: The Elephant in the Room

May 08, 2020

While mental health should be acknowledged and promoted every month, the month of May is usually dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health and emotional wellness. Great progress has certainly been made towards reducing the stigma and support for those living with various mental health issues and illnesses, yet it's still a topic that often becomes the "elephant in the room" in many spaces. Read More

Last Updated: 1/21/26