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Monday through Thursday: 8 am. to 7 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Harper College is one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving more than 35,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs.

After donating bone marrow to a teenager she had never met, Harper nursing instructor Alessandra McNamara found new mean...
10/21/2026

After donating bone marrow to a teenager she had never met, Harper nursing instructor Alessandra McNamara found new meaning in the compassion she brings to her students, her family and others. Read more: https://bit.ly/3UaPETa

10/20/2026

There's nothing like fall at Harper. 🍂

Help us feed the need! Harper is collecting nonperishable food donations October 19–November 30 to support students faci...
10/19/2026

Help us feed the need! Harper is collecting nonperishable food donations October 19–November 30 to support students facing food insecurity.

Every donation makes a difference. Find drop-off locations and needed items: https://bit.ly/4iqbdbz

Support college radio and the students who make it happen! Donate $25 or more to WHCM Harper Radio and get a custom t-sh...
10/16/2026

Support college radio and the students who make it happen!

Donate $25 or more to WHCM Harper Radio and get a custom t-shirt you’ll actually want to wear. Your support helps students gain hands-on experience, travel, grow professionally and build lasting friendships along the way. Learn more and donate today: https://bit.ly/4yg6rlw

Harper is growing greener! 🌳 We're proud to be recognized by the for our commitment to caring for campus trees. Learn m...
10/15/2026

Harper is growing greener! 🌳

We're proud to be recognized by the for our commitment to caring for campus trees. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3VCrfX5

10/13/2026

A semester full of possibilities, with plenty of moments to pause and enjoy the journey. The spring class schedule is now live! Take a look at harpercollege.edu/start.

Hullabaloo 2026 😎
10/08/2026

Hullabaloo 2026 😎

Campus just got more a-peeling. 🍌The Banana Lounge provides Harper College students with a quick, nutritious snack and a...
10/06/2026

Campus just got more a-peeling. 🍌

The Banana Lounge provides Harper College students with a quick, nutritious snack and a welcoming place to gather. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hIbx41

10/05/2026

Your next success story starts here. 📍

Whether you’re returning to school, exploring a new career or simply figuring out what’s next, the Adult Learner Open House is a great place to start. Come see what’s possible and get the support you need to take that next step.

Ready to get started? Register today: https://bit.ly/4jaOtx0

Investing in our community means investing in opportunity. 💙The Harper College Educational Foundation has awarded $38,20...
10/01/2026

Investing in our community means investing in opportunity. 💙

The Harper College Educational Foundation has awarded $38,200 in Community Impact Fund Grants to four local nonprofits working to expand access to education, employment, essential resources and economic mobility. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Veybth

09/29/2026

Lost on campus? There’s an app for that! 📍

Download the newly updated Harper College Mobile App and use the campus map to find buildings, classrooms and the best route to where you’re headed.

Plus, access your schedule, Blackboard, campus alerts and more—all in one place. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46SVMSw

Spotted: One very on-brand campus visitor. 📸 : KC Burkholder
09/28/2026

Spotted: One very on-brand campus visitor.

📸 : KC Burkholder

Harper students, wondering what comes next? Hear from alumni who have been in your shoes at the Alumni Leadership Panel ...
09/25/2026

Harper students, wondering what comes next? Hear from alumni who have been in your shoes at the Alumni Leadership Panel Lunch on October 7. Get advice on careers, leadership and navigating life after college—all while enjoying a free lunch. Advance registration required. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3YQsazd

Campus update for Friday, September 25: Several buildings will be closed while ComEd replaces a transformer.CLOSED — NO ...
09/24/2026

Campus update for Friday, September 25: Several buildings will be closed while ComEd replaces a transformer.

CLOSED — NO ENTRY:
• Building A
• Building C
• Building F (Library)
• Building L
• Building P
• Building R (Performing Arts Center)
• Building W

Cockrell Dining Hall will also be closed. One Stop will provide services remotely from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and ID services in the PAC lobby will be unavailable. Starbucks will remain open. Please plan ahead if you’ll be on campus Friday.

09/24/2026

Thinking about gaining skills, making a career change, earning a degree or certificate or simply exploring new opportunities? Harper’s Adult Learner Open House is a great place to start.

Join us October 14, 5–7:30 p.m., to explore your options, get your questions answered, meet faculty and staff, and learn about financial aid and scholarships. Register today: https://bit.ly/4jaOtx0

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09/23/2026

Too good to crop.

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1200 W Algonquin Road
Palatine, IL
60067

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+18479256000

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