Trustee Bijal Chaturvedi-Harper College

08/27/2026

08/15/2026

🇮🇳 Celebrating India’s 80th Independence Day with nearly 2,000 community members at Indiahub!

It was wonderful to celebrate alongside our Illinois legislators, members of Congress, community leaders, families, and friends.
A beautiful day honoring India’s rich heritage, the strength of the Indian American community, and the shared democratic values that connect India and the United States.

Proud of our roots, grateful for our community, and inspired by the generations continuing to lead and serve. 🇮🇳🇺🇸

07/31/2026

Thank you Metallica for investing in the future by expanding access to education and workforce training. Through the Metallica Scholars Initiative, Harper College is helping students gain the skills needed for high demand careers while strengthening our local workforce and economy.

As a Harper College Trustee, I am proud to support partnerships that remove barriers to education and create life changing opportunities for our students. Together, we are building brighter futures, one student at a time.

Rock on!🤘

Heavy metal. Heavy impact. 🤘

Harper College has been selected to join Cohort 8 of the Metallica Scholars Initiative, a national workforce education program that supports community college students preparing for high-demand careers. The $75,000 grant will help Fire Science Technology students cover Basic Operations Firefighter Academy course fees and personal protective equipment rental costs. Read more: https://bit.ly/4pt3Dii

07/23/2026

Thank you to the Schaumburg Rotary Club ⚙️for inviting me to learn more about the incredible work you are doing to serve our community. Your dedication to maintaining the butterfly garden provides a beautiful place of peace, reflection, meditation, and emotional support for the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC), which serves more than 800 children each year who have experienced trauma from physical and sexual violence. I am grateful for your commitment to creating a space of healing, hope, and support for children and families in our community.

07/18/2026

Thank you to my fellow Harper College Trustee-Judge William Kelley for inviting me to the luncheon by the Schaumburg Rotary Club and learning more about their commitment to service and strengthening our community.

I believe education and workforce development are essential to building strong communities and creating pathways to opportunity. When education, business, and community leaders work together, we can better prepare our workforce, support economic growth, and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Grateful for organizations like the Schaumburg Rotary Club that embody “Service Above Self” and continue to make a meaningful impact in our community. 💙

07/09/2026

History came to life as we gathered at Harper College to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the reading of the Declaration of Independence. It was an honor to be part of this historic celebration, reflecting on the ideals of liberty, democracy, and civic engagement that continue to shape our nation.

It was wonderful to see IL State Representative Nicole Grasse join the celebration and show support for Harper College’s outstanding History Department and our students. Events like these remind us of the importance of preserving our history while inspiring the next generation of engaged citizens.

Proud to serve as a Harper College Trustee and support educational experiences that strengthen our community.

07/08/2026

Wonderful evening supporting Mary Beth Canty Mary Beth Canty ,Nicole Grasse Nicolle Grasse for State Rep and Carina Santa Maria Carina Santa Maria for Illinois Senate who are committed to expanding healthcare access and educational opportunities Harper College across Illinois.

Strong communities are built through collaboration, thoughtful leadership, and a shared commitment to ensuring every resident has access to quality education and healthcare. Grateful for the opportunity to connect with leaders who are working to make a positive impact in our communities.

07/06/2026

Fun times at Palatine Hometown Fest I got to hang out with Greater Palatine Area Dems and Jenny Levin Jenny Levin a lifelong Palatine resident and registered nurse, is running for the 51st District in another highly competitive race. She has my full endorsement. As nurses, we are the heart of service to humanity and our communities, and I am proud to support a leader who shares those values.

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

It was so fun walking in the Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates Fourth of July Parade as Harper College Trustee Harper College alongside the Schaumburg Democrats Schaumburg Area Democrats and celebrating with so many members of our community.

I was especially happy to spend time with my friends Ted Mason, Ted Mason candidate for Cook County Commissioner and Harper College Trustee-William Kelley. It is always inspiring to see people committed to serving our communities through public service.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day!

PublicService

06/30/2026

It was a wonderful evening attending the Moms First screening of No Country for Mothers hosted by my friend and one of the most accomplished women I know, Reshma Saujani -TIME Woman of the Year, whose leadership continues to transform the national conversation around working families.

One of the highlights of the evening was hearing our First Lady of Illinois, M.K. Pritzker speak about the importance of supporting working moms. Her commitment to advancing initiatives that strengthen families, improve access to childcare, and promote healthier communities is making a meaningful impact across Illinois.

The evening reinforced that affordable childcare is not simply a family issue. It is a healthcare issue, a workforce issue, an education issue, and an economic imperative. When parents have access to quality childcare, our healthcare workforce is stronger, educational opportunities expand, and communities thrive.

As a healthcare leader and Harper College Trustee, I am proud to support policies that expand opportunity, strengthen our workforce, and invest in families. Conversations like these remind us that when we support working parents, we create healthier communities and a stronger future for everyone.