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James Meyer Harper Canidate
Trust, Transparency, Accountability for the Tax payers
Mission
Mission
My mission as a candidate for the Harper College Board of Trustees is to champion an affordable and innovative education for every student. I am committed to fostering an inclusive campus environment, empowering our community with workforce-ready skills, and ensuring fiscal responsibility while expanding opportunities. Together, we can strengthen Harper College as a leader in academic excellence and a pillar of our community.
Qualifications
Qualifications
11 years leading the enterprise technology for a nationally ranked research university (the Illinois Institute of Technology
4 Years as the CIO for the Higher Learning Commission
Several years consulting for community colleges and technical trade schools.
Transparancy and Accountability
Transparancy and Accountability
Ensure responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars by maintaining transparent budgets, prioritizing investments in student success, and fostering a collaborative relationship with faculty to meet shared goals.
Advocate for open communication by making board decisions and financial reports easily accessible to the public, and by encouraging active community involvement in shaping the college's priorities.
Uphold rigorous oversight of college operations to prevent inefficiencies, ensure ethical practices, and maintain trust with all stakeholders—students, faculty, staff, and the community at large.
Goals
Goals
1. Optimize Resources for Student Success
1. Optimize Resources for Student Success
Reduce administrative overhead and reallocate funding to directly support educational programs, faculty, and student services, ensuring resources have the greatest impact on student outcomes.
2. Champion Student Achievement
2. Champion Student Achievement
Advocate for initiatives that improve graduation and completion rates by fostering accessible pathways, robust academic support, and innovative learning opportunities tailored to diverse student needs.
3. Navigate Higher Education Challenges
3. Navigate Higher Education Challenges
Provide forward-thinking leadership to guide Harper College through the evolving federal higher education policies, ensuring compliance, adaptability, and proactive solutions to emerging challenges.
Questions?
Questions?
Contact Harper@jamesdmeyer.com
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