Studies and surveys, such as the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE), show college students who participate in co-curricular activities on campus, are more immersed in college and have better rates of success than other students.
Harper students can find a way to become more involved by attending the Club Expo from noon until 1 p.m. on Wednesday, January 27 in the Student Center Lounge, Building A, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine.
Representatives from more than 30 clubs, such as Astronomy, Environmental, Dance Team, Latinos Unidos, Literature and Creative Writing, and Math, will be available to answer questions. One new club, the Veterans Club for military veterans will be looking for new members at the Club Expo.
Bobby Summers, assistant professor, Political Science, is recruiting members for the Harper Veterans Club. “The club is a forum for Harper vets to have a voice and to share experiences that are unique to the men and women who have served their country,” says Summers, who is also a military veteran.
The number of Illinois veterans going to Harper has increased over 22% from fall 2009 to fall 2009 due to the Post-9/11 Veteran’s Educational Assistance Act of 2008, according to Thomas Warfield, financial aid assistant, Veteran’s Services, Office of Student Financial Assistance.
For more information, call the Harper College Student Activities Office at 847.925.6242 or go online harpercollege.edu