Harper College will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, through Sunday, January 4, for Winter Break.

Harper College

Posts that contain:

Woman looking at phone with concern

How to Have a Healthy Relationship with the News

April 16, 2024

These days, following the news feels like a never-ending, high-stakes emergency. But there’s a way to be an informed news consumer without sacrificing your sanity. Read More

STEAM Fair

STEAM Fair: Pathways to the Future of Work coming to Harper

April 15, 2024

Harper will host the free, family-friendly event on April 27, in partnership with the Barrington Council for the Gifted and Talented. Read More

InZone Summer Camp

InZone summer camp welcomes young learners to Harper

April 11, 2024

Kids ages 6 to 14 can enroll in Harper College's annual enrichment and sports camp, which runs from June 3 until August 9. Read More

An illustration of an overhead view of a desk with a laptop, lamp, mug of coffee, and notebook.

Spring 2024 Finals Week Programming

April 05, 2024

Check out what's happening on campus as we approach Spring 2024 Finals Week! Read More

Luigi De Matteo

Harper Talks Episode 36 – Luigi De Matteo

April 03, 2024

Alumnus Luigi De Matteo discusses emigrating from Italy, learning a new language and culture, and his a determination to succeed by taking advantage of all educational opportunities available. He joins Harper Talks to discuss Harper’ s role in his education, his start at Jewel Osco and longevity with the company, and why mentoring international students is so important to him. Luigi is the District Manager for Jewel Osco, overseeing stores in the northwest suburbs. Listen to Episode 36

Dr. Proctor

Our nation must advance industries of the future or risk losing the race for the 21st century

April 01, 2024

In recognition of Community College Month, Dr. Avis Proctor discusses how Harper is helping prepare the future workforce to meet "a modern-day Sputnik moment" in global competitiveness, innovation and national security. 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

Kris Howard

Decades-long Harper advocate Kris Howard passes away

March 18, 2024

Kris, who was 98, supported Harper from its earliest days, served on the college’s board of trustees for 24 years and established a scholarship tied to community service. Harper’s Kris Howard Drive is named in her honor. Read More

Pies of London a savory all butter English pie shop logo

Dedun Sonaike – Pies of London

March 15, 2024

Dedun Sonaike first savored a meat pie in Nigeria, where her father was the head of the catering department for the University community. Spicy beef pies and sausage rolls were staples in her home but creamy chicken pies were her favorite, instilling a lifelong love of the savory pie. Read More

Last Updated: 11/17/25