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Aspen Prize Semifinalist 2025

Harper once again a semifinalist for Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence

May 07, 2024

Harper College is one of 20 institutions vying for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s most prestigious recognition for community colleges. Read More

Student Juried Art Exhibition 2024

Harper highlights student artwork during 2024 Student Juried Art Exhibition

April 23, 2024

Pieces created by Harper College students, and curated by professional artist Angela Piehl, are on display in the college’s Art Exhibition Space through May 9. Read More

Speech and Debate Team Champions 2024

Harper's Speech and Debate Team wins back-to-back championships

April 17, 2024

The team, which took home the overall gold medal at the recent Phi Rho Pi National Tournament, will host a championship celebration on April 23. Read More

CIFG Recipients 2023

Harper continues to empower equity, economic mobility with Community Innovation Fund Grant Program

March 27, 2024

During the past two years, Harper has awarded $150,000 to area nonprofits. Organizations can apply for the third round of funding through May 10. Read More

Dechen Atsatsang

Harper student pursues passion in advocacy, campaigns for Tibetan rights

March 20, 2024

Dechen Atsatsang was born an activist. At Harper, she discovered how to combine her avid support for human rights with her career interests in political science. Read More

Bernie Bluestein Graduation 2023

Harper student and WWII veteran to receive Congressional Gold Medal in Washington

March 13, 2024

Bernie Bluestein, 100, and his fellow Ghost Army veterans will travel to the capital to receive the highest civilian award from Congress and President Biden on March 21. Read More

Harper Radio IBS Awards 2024

Harper Radio honored by BEA, IBS media awards

March 05, 2024

Harper College’s WHCM radio station and Audio/Video Arts Technology program recently won six awards between two national awards competitions. Read More

Leah Meyer Austin Award Alumni

Achieving the Dream recognizes Harper among Leah Meyer Austin Award alumni

February 21, 2024

Harper College was honored by ATD as a past recipient of its most prestigious award, along with the college’s long-term dedication to student success and institutional equity. Read More

Lilly Alberts

Harper's Lilly Alberts and cross country teams receive athletic, academic honors

February 19, 2024

The Harper College sophomore was recently named NJCAA Athlete of the Week for track and field. She and her cross country teammates were recognized for their scholarly achievements and celebrated by the Illinois House of Representatives. Read More

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Harper Radio has 7 finalist entries in annual IBS Media Awards

December 14, 2023

WHCM was previously named the Intercollegiate Broadcast System’s best community college station in the country. Harper Radio is also a repeat finalist in the Best of Chicago poll. Read More

Last Updated: 3/14/24