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Former COD Administrator Reflects on Involvement With March on Washington
Monday, August 20, 2018Dr. Ernie Gibson Shares Memories from Helping to Organize the Historic Event on its 55th Anniversary.
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COD Extends Cybersecurity Experiences to Students, Teachers Through GenCyber Camps
Monday, August 20, 2018More than 140 middle and high school students and teachers explored careers in and received hands-on experiences in cybersecurity fields through GenCyber summer camps hosted by College of DuPage.
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Participatory Ecologist Michael Swierz Discusses Foraging Sept. 12
Monday, August 20, 2018Learn about ecological stewardship during a free STEMinar event featuring participatory ecologist, land steward and writer Michael Swierz on Wednesday, Sept. 12.
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Dr. Mark Curtis-Chávez Named New College of DuPage Provost
Monday, August 20, 2018In his new role, Curtis-Chávez will oversee the College's Academic and Student Affairs departments, which will be combined under one division to better align the institution's focus on student success.
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College of DuPage Fall 2018 Semester Underway
Monday, August 20, 2018Amidst beautiful late summer weather, College of DuPage faculty and staff welcome thousands of students to campus for the fall 2018 semester.
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College of DuPage Offers Workshops and Classes for Older Adult Lifelong Learners
Friday, August 17, 2018The Continuing Education program at COD is offering special programming aimed at lifelong learners 50 years and older this fall semester through its Living Well and Plus 50 series.
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Register Now for Fall Term
Friday, August 17, 2018Registration is currently open for new and returning students for the fall 2018 semester.
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Learning Commons to Host Beginning of Semester Success Workshops in August
Friday, August 17, 2018College of DuPage's Learning Commons will start the fall term with Beginning of Semester Success (BOSS), a free workshop series that provides students with strategies for study skills, time management and maintaining a positive attitude throughout the fall semester.
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Board of Trustees Approves Innovation DuPage Agreement
Friday, August 17, 2018The agreement detailed the operational relationship between COD and Innovation DuPage, which officially formed in March as a nonprofit entity.
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Registration Continues for Oct. 13 Food Truck Rally and Sunset 5K
Thursday, August 16, 2018Registration is open for College of DuPage's 2018 Food Truck Rally and Sunset 5K, Presented by DuPage Medical Group, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 2 to 8 p.m. on the College's Glen Ellyn campus.
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Continuing Education to Host Sampler Day
Wednesday, August 15, 2018The Continuing Education program at College of DuPage will host a free Sampler Day open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18.
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New Student Orientation Welcomes Incoming COD Students
Monday, August 13, 2018Hundreds of incoming College of DuPage students attended New Student Orientation from Aug. 7 to Aug. 9 on the Glen Ellyn campus.
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COD Announces Visiting Artist Series for 2018-2019
Monday, August 13, 2018The College of DuPage Fine Arts program, in collaboration with the Cleve Carney Art Gallery, welcomes six artists to campus for lectures and workshops as part of the 2018-2019 Visiting Artist Series.
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Apply Now for 'Owner to CEO' Program
Monday, August 13, 2018Innovation DuPage is currently accepting applications for "Owner to CEO," a program that provides small business owners with strategies for growth.
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COD Honors Student Lands National Editing Position
Thursday, August 09, 2018A passion for reading and writing has led College of DuPage Honors student Kimberly Wilson into a student editor position for a national research journal.
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Learn About History, Science and Other Topics This Fall at Free COD Lectures
Thursday, August 09, 2018The Continuing Education program at COD will host "Sage Series" lectures and "Lunch Break Lectures" on a variety of subjects this fall on the College's Glen Ellyn campus.
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Opens 2018-2019 Season With Mark Shanahan's "The Dingdong, or How the French Kiss" Sept. 6 to Oct. 7 at the MAC
Wednesday, August 08, 2018Five actors play 13 roles in this bubbly, fast-paced adaptation of Feydeau's classic, where opening the wrong door can lead to mayhem, giggles and ultimately some unexpected understandings of a happy marriage.
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Explore Ecology, Neurobiology and Astronomy This Fall at COD STEMinar Events
Wednesday, August 08, 2018Learn about a broad range of topics related to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through a series of College of DuPage STEMinars this fall.
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College of DuPage Hosts New Student Orientation
Tuesday, August 07, 2018COD welcomes new students to fall term during three New Student Orientation sessions Tuesday, Aug. 7, Wednesday, Aug. 8, and Thursday, Aug. 9.
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Piano Men Impress at MAC Summer Concert Series
Monday, August 06, 2018Hundreds of residents turned out for a summer evening celebrating two of the mightiest giants of pop at the MAC's Lakeside Pavilion.
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COD Offers New Learning Community Classes for Fall 2018
Monday, August 06, 2018Learning communities are unique, innovative learning experiences that typically involve students enrolling as a cohort in two or more courses connected by a common theme.
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COD Students Design and Build Pavilion
Thursday, August 02, 2018COD architecture students turned their vision into reality after designing, building and installing a wooden, open-air gathering pavilion.
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August 'Images' Celebrates Alumni Success While Dishing Up Family Recipe
Thursday, August 02, 2018"Images," College of DuPage's monthly one-half hour television show, features in its August edition segments on COD alumnus Azeam Anjum, 2018 Outstanding Graduates and Faculty, and a recipe from professor Chris Thielman.
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COD Students Put Skills to the Test This Summer
Monday, July 30, 2018College of DuPage Engineering students Herven Barham and Tanmay Chaklasiya are exploring their field, gaining invaluable skills and experience this summer through internships with Eaton Automotive.
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Greg McVey New Athletic Director at COD
Thursday, July 26, 2018New Director of Athletics and Recreational Programs Greg McVey has a strategic plan to involve both students and the community in athletic programming and resources.
View moreCOD Honors Student Lands Editing Position for National Research Journal
Thursday, July 26, 2018A passion for reading and writing has led College of DuPage Honors student Kimberly Wilson into a student editor position for a national research journal.
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Auditions for COD College Theater Aug. 23 and 24
Wednesday, July 25, 2018Auditions for College of DuPage College Theater's fall productions of "Curse of the Starving Class" and "A Christmas Carol" will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, and from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24.
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COD Writing Students Hone Skills, Help Battle Illiteracy Through Literacy DuPage Partnership
Tuesday, July 24, 2018Students in the "Writing in the Community" class at COD recently had the opportunity to put their professional writing skills to the test, partnering with Literacy DuPage to strengthen the organization's profile in the fight against illiteracy in DuPage County.
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COD Prepares Non-Native English Speakers for Educational and Career Success
Monday, July 23, 2018Designed to help ease the challenges of non-native English speakers, the College's free ELA program helps students improve their English language skills in the areas of conversation, listening, reading, speaking and writing.
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Debra Gurney Joins COD as Director of Nursing
Monday, July 23, 2018Debra Gurney's wealth of experience will allow her to lead program approvals and accreditation processes, evaluate program goals and outcomes, and oversee curriculum.
View moreCOD Engineering Students Putting Their Skills to the Test With Eaton Automotive Internships
Monday, July 23, 2018COD Engineering students Herven Barham and Tanmay Chaklasiya are exploring their field, gaining invaluable skills and experience this summer through internships with Eaton Automotive in Marshall, Mich.
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College of DuPage is a Leader in the High Stakes Testing Field
Thursday, July 19, 2018COD has expanded testing availability, taking the lead in the high-stakes testing field by making the computer-based exams readily available through third-party testing companies and administered in a proctored setting.
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Student Gains Experience at National Level
Thursday, July 12, 2018College of DuPage student Matthew Krebs is spending 2018 at two national laboratories -- Los Alamos and Argonne -- gaining critical experience for a career in computers.
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STEM Success Program Helps Underserved Students
Monday, July 09, 2018College of DuPage is increasing educational and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math for traditionally underserved students.
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COD Students Land Prestigious Summer Internships
Thursday, July 05, 2018College of DuPage students Michael Miklinski and Ryan Tris are enhancing their studies in biology and engineering with internships at top institutions.
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McAninch Arts Center Announces 2018-2019 Season
Monday, July 02, 2018Subscriptions are on sale now. Tickets go on sale at the MAC Box Office Saturday, Aug. 4, with tours of the theater, giveaways, gifts for the first 100 buyers, free food and more.
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Veterans Develop Speech, Leadership and Conflict Management Skills in the Wilderness
Thursday, June 28, 2018College of DuPage Veterans Wilderness Encounter Sets Speech Class in Needles National Park
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Program Prepares Entrepreneurial Wedding Planners
Thursday, June 28, 2018The program focuses on planning a wedding from the initial phase through the execution of the event.
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COD STEM Impact Grant Promotes Unique Experiences and Outreach Through Campus Clubs/Organizations
Wednesday, June 27, 2018The COD STEM Impact Grant, launched during the 2017-2018 academic year, provides up to $500 annually to COD STEM-focused student clubs/organizations wanting to engage in unique or innovative programs, collaborations or outreach.
View moreCollege of DuPage to Host New Student Orientation
Tuesday, June 26, 2018COD welcomes new students to fall term during three New Student Orientation sessions Tuesday, Aug. 7, Wednesday, Aug. 8, and Thursday, Aug. 9.
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COD Paralegal Student Awarded Scholarship for Second Year in a Row
Monday, June 25, 2018Paralegal Studies student Linda Chan wins prestigious Lambda Epsilon Chi national paralegal honor society scholarship for second year.
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College of DuPage Earns Award for Excellence in Government Finance from Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for Inaugural Budget-in-Brief
Monday, June 25, 2018The award selection process seeks to identify practical, documented work that offers leadership to the profession and promotes improved public finance.
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Student Travels Globe Through Field Studies
Monday, June 25, 2018Young Hak Ahn has participated in 21 of COD’s Field and Experiential Learning/Study Abroad programs.
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COD Art Students Paint Mural to Reflect Sustainable Environment on Campus
Monday, June 25, 2018College of DuPage art students are painting a new two-sided mural outside of the College's Greenhouse that will embody the environmentally friendly initiatives of the College's Horticulture program.
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College of DuPage Board of Trustees Approves FY 2019 Budget
Thursday, June 21, 2018The $354.3 million expenditure budget for the fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2018 and ends June 30, 2019, maintains focus on the institutional priority of student success.
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Announces 2018-2019 Three-Play Season
Thursday, June 21, 2018The three-play season includes "The Dingdong, or How the French Kiss," a new adaptation by Mark Shanahan from "Le Dindon" by Georges Feydeau; "Defiance" by John Patrick Shanley; and "Miracle on South Division Street" by Tom Dudzick.
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Student Earns Spot in Global Fur Competition
Wednesday, June 20, 2018Fashion Studies student Whitney Stahl is one of only two designers from the U.S. selected for Remix 2018/2019, a global fur competition sponsored by the International Fur Federation.
View moreCOD STEM Student Success Program Helps Underserved Students
Wednesday, June 20, 2018COD is increasing educational and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math for traditionally underserved students through its STEM Student Success program.
View moreMcAninch Arts Center Announces 2018-2019 Season
Tuesday, June 19, 2018Subscriptions are on sale now. Tickets go on sale to the general public in-person at the MAC Box Office at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, with tours of the theater, giveaways, gifts for the first 100 buyers, free food and more.
View moreCOD Students Land Prestigious Summer Internships at IIT and Northwestern University
Tuesday, June 19, 2018COD students Michael Miklinski and Ryan Tris are gaining real world experience this summer and enhancing their studies with internships at top institutions.
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Enjoy Prairie Tours at COD this Summer
Tuesday, June 19, 2018COD is hosting free tours of the Russell Kirt Prairie this summer on select Saturdays and Wednesdays through Aug. 8.
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Woodridge Resident Credits COD, LinkedIn in Helping Her Land Dream Job
Monday, June 18, 2018Christina Strand credits the College of DuPage OFTI program and a LinkedIn profile she created for one of her classes in helping her land her dream accounting job.
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COD, NLU Celebrate 3+1 Human Services Grads
Monday, June 18, 2018College of DuPage and National Louis University recently recognized 22 graduates of the 3+1 Human Services B.A. program.
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Glen Ellyn Chamber Learns About College of DuPage Workforce Initiatives
Thursday, June 14, 2018College of DuPage welcomed officials from the Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce to campus for the Chamber's June meeting.
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Students Root Garden in COD Community
Thursday, June 14, 2018Students recently planted crops at the Community Education Fuel Garden in preparation for summer and fall harvests.
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Linderman New Director for Innovation DuPage
Monday, June 11, 2018Travis Linderman brings national experience to his new role as managing director for Innovation DuPage.
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COD Robotics Team Competes in NASA Competition
Thursday, June 07, 2018COD's Robotics Team placed ninth in NASA's Robotic Mining Competition, beating out dozens of renowned four-year universities.
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HVACR Students Build Training Equipment Funded by Perkins Grant
Wednesday, June 06, 2018Students in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration program at COD recently built two state-of-the-art cooler trainers to enhance training opportunities and further align the HVACR program with industry needs and trends.
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COD Celebrates Annual GED Commencement
Tuesday, June 05, 2018More than 250 recipients of newly-earned High School Equivalency (HSE) certificates were honored at a ceremony held June 2.
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COD Student Vicky Demakis Receives ALA Merit Award
Monday, June 04, 2018COD architecture student Vicky Demakis was recently recognized for academic excellence through an award from the Association of Licensed Architects.
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Cosmetology Students Capture SkillsUSA Wins
Monday, June 04, 2018Three COD Cosmetology students have earned spots at the SkillsUSA national championship in June after taking top prizes at the state competition.
View moreNew Certificate Prepares Globally Aware and Entrepreneurial Wedding Planners
Monday, June 04, 2018College of DuPage's new Wedding Planning Management Certificate program is preparing students with knowledge and skills beyond the traditional functions of wedding planning.
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Students Receive Study Abroad Scholarships
Thursday, May 31, 2018Six College of DuPage students have received prestigious scholarships to support studies, internships and language immersion programs in four separate countries.
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COD Art Students Pay Homage to Women in Golf
Tuesday, May 29, 2018Art students contribute to Wheaton Golf Ball Project, and the finished product will be permanently displayed at the USGA Museum in New Jersey.
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Schneberger Named Outstanding Adjunct
Friday, May 25, 2018Christopher Schneberger, part-time Photography instructor, has been named College of DuPage’s College-Wide Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Member for 2017-2018.
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McAninch Arts Center 2018 Lakeside Pavilion Free Outdoor Summer Series Begins July 12
Thursday, May 24, 2018Attendees are encouraged bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy at the event. Seating begins at 6 p.m. prior to any evening event. Holding of space for latecomers or groups is not permitted.
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COD Celebrates Graduating Veterans
Thursday, May 24, 2018The COD Veterans Office recently hosted its third annual Veterans award reception celebrating the more than 100 U.S. military veterans who have earned their degrees at COD during the 2017-2018 academic year.
View moreStudents Root Garden in College of DuPage Community
Thursday, May 24, 2018COD's Food Security Initiative installed five garden beds and planted crops at the Community Education Fuel Garden in preparation for summer and fall harvests.
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Tom Carter Named Outstanding Faculty
Wednesday, May 23, 2018Tom Carter, professor of Physics at College of DuPage, has been named the College-Wide Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member for 2017-2018.
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COD Outstanding Faculty Members and Advisers for 2017-2018
Wednesday, May 23, 2018Sixteen faculty members and advisers have been recognized as the 2017-2018 Outstanding Faculty Members and Outstanding Advisers at College of DuPage.
View moreCOD Cosmetology Students Capture Big Wins at SkillsUSA
Tuesday, May 22, 2018Three COD Cosmetology students have earned spots at the SkillsUSA national championship in June after taking top prizes at the state competition.
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COD Celebrates Student Success at Commencement
Friday, May 18, 2018Nearly 600 graduates celebrated after receiving diplomas during College of DuPage's 51st annual Commencement.
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Gorman, Langlotz Are Outstanding Graduates
Thursday, May 17, 2018Anna Gorman of Westmont and Molly Langlotz of Woodridge are the 2018 Outstanding Graduates at College of DuPage.
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Summer and Fall Registration Open to New and Returning COD Students
Tuesday, May 15, 2018Registration for the summer and fall 2018 semesters is open for new and returning students at College of DuPage.
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Fashion Students Earn Honors During Show
Tuesday, May 15, 2018Seven Fashion Studies students at College of DuPage earned honors during the annual student fashion show "CODE."
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Culinary & Hospitality Students Gain Real-World Event Planning Experience at Fundraiser
Monday, May 14, 2018Students in College of DuPage's Culinary & Hospitably program put their skills to the test, collaborating with the DuPage Convention and Visitor's Bureau to host a fundraising reception.
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Glen Ellyn Fourth Graders Identify Areas of Improvement as Part of Problem-Based Learning Exercise at COD
Monday, May 14, 2018More than 60 fourth graders from Forest Glen Elementary School shared their ideas for campus and programmatic improvement as part of a recent problem-based learning project.
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Student Finds Leadership Opportunities at COD
Saturday, May 12, 2018COD student Josie Suter has gained industry experience and leadership opportunities through the Engineering program at College of DuPage.
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COD Photography Program Hosts Fourth Annual 'Exposed' Student Showcase
Thursday, May 10, 2018Students presented work in a variety of areas, including fine art, commercial, studio, location, wedding, architecture, nature, photojournalism, editorial, documentary, event coverage, conceptual, digital compositing and alternative processes. In addition, students had the opportunity to share their portfolios and marketing materials, receive feedback, discuss their work, network, and meet prospective clients and employers.
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Volunteers Needed to Restore College of DuPage Prairie, Natural Areas
Wednesday, May 09, 2018Volunteers will cut brush, collect and process seeds, transplant and weed invasive plants. All sessions meet in the Health and Science Center, Room 1324.
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College of DuPage Student Leadership Council Travels to Illinois' Capitol for 2018 Student Advocacy Day
Wednesday, May 09, 2018Delegates from the College of DuPage Student Leadership Council recently joined students from colleges and universities across the state for Student Advocacy Day in Springfield, Ill., an annual event sponsored by the Illinois Community College Board's Student Advisory Committee.
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Student Exhibit Features Newspaper Dresses
Tuesday, May 08, 2018"Zlatka Burtis: Newspaper Dolls," the new exhibit in the Wings Gallery at College of DuPage, fuses fashion and photography by showcasing dresses created from newspapers.
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COD Celebrates Student Writing at Third Annual "See Writing Differently"
Monday, May 07, 2018College of DuPage students present the results of research projects conducted in their Composition II courses at the third annual "See Writing Differently: A Celebration of Writing."
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COD Unveils Affordable Tuition Payment Plans for Upcoming Semesters
Monday, May 07, 2018College of DuPage is offering new and affordable tuition payment plans for students enrolling in courses for the upcoming summer and fall 2018 semesters.
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College of DuPage Officials Open Learning Commons West
Sunday, May 06, 2018The academic support center focuses on technology fields.
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High School Dual Credit Students Explore Health Fields at College of DuPage
Friday, May 04, 2018A total of 76 dual-credit students from Lemont, Bolingbrook, Plainfield and Romeoville high schools met with faculty and students from the Nursing, Radiography, Surgery, Respiratory Care, Eye Care and Fire Science programs, exploring the curriculum and career options.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Technology and Society
Friday, May 04, 2018The Thematic Focus series encouraged students to explore diverse questions, methods and materials in studying a selected yearly topic from various viewpoints through the lenses of different disciplines.
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COD Celebrates Academic Excellence
Friday, May 04, 2018College of DuPage recognizes scholars, including transfer scholarship recipients to North Central and Elmhurst colleges, during annual Celebration of Academic Excellence.
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Third Annual STEMCON Draws Thousands
Wednesday, May 02, 2018COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau helps demonstrate the science behind slime with a curious attendant at the College's third annual STEMCON.
View moreMay 'Images' Highlights Career and Internship Fair, Distinguished Alumnus
Tuesday, May 01, 2018May's edition of "Images" features segments on COD's Career and Internship Fair, a recent honoree of the Distinguished Alumni Awards Program, a dessert recipe presented by a Culinary, Baking and Pastry Arts professor and the College's Surgical Technology program.
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Administrator Attends Fulbright in Russia
Saturday, April 28, 2018Barb Abromitis, Director of Grants, was one of six community college administrators from the U.S. who traveled to Russia for the Fulbright Community College Administrators Seminar.
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College of DuPage Welcomes Rivals, NCSA, Adidas Expand Football Camp and Combine Series This Spring
Friday, April 27, 2018Through the May 19 camp, expert coaches and trainers are available to instruct athletes on how to improve their performance and skills. Additionally, all athletes will receive an online profile on Rivals.com.
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COD's Cybersecurity Specialist Certificate Program Aims to Address IT Talent Gap
Thursday, April 26, 2018As College of DuPage's Cybersecurity Specialist Certificate program nears the end of its first academic year, students are being prepared to help fill voids in an industry with a strong potential for growth but a current lack of talent.
View moreEnjoy Prairie Tours This Summer at College of DuPage
Thursday, April 26, 2018Tours of the Russell Kirt Prairie are offered Wednesdays and Saturdays, May 23 through Aug. 8, at the College of DuPage Glen Ellyn campus.
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College of DuPage Draws 200 to Inaugural TEC Spotlight Event
Wednesday, April 25, 2018Guests visited COD's state-of-the-art Technical Education Center and networked with College representatives, employers and vendors.
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COD Celebrates Students in the Engineering Pathways Program
Wednesday, April 25, 2018Approximately 150 current and prospective students and family members gathered to celebrate the innovative Engineering Pathways transfer program.
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Writers Read Presents Literary Magazine Excerpts During 'PLR Live!' May 3
Wednesday, April 25, 2018Actors and editors of Prairie Light Review will read selected works of poetry, short stories and creative nonfiction submissions from the upcoming Spring 2018 issue during "PLR Live!" on Thursday, May 3.
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College of DuPage's Senior Expo Draws Hundreds
Wednesday, April 25, 2018Approximately 360 attend the College of DuPage Continuing Education office's fifth annual Senior Expo.
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Sonia Paul Sworn In as New Student Trustee
Tuesday, April 24, 2018As the new Student Trustee on the College of DuPage Board of Trustees, Sonia Paul wants to serve as a strong liaison between the Board and students, especially clubs and organizations.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Student Artwork
Monday, April 23, 2018COD students, faculty, staff and members of the community gathered to celebrate COD student artwork at the opening reception for the 2018 Juried Student Art Exhibit.
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COD Students Recognized at Excellence in History Ceremony
Monday, April 23, 2018COD students Deyna Parvanova and Vanessa Hadweh Smith are co-winners in the 2018 Carter Carroll Excellence in History Award for outstanding work in the field of history writing.
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COD Celebrates Earth Week With Day of Action
Monday, April 23, 2018Hundreds of students, faculty and staff recently recognized Earth Week by participating in “Sustain and Reclaim: Spring Day of Action” at College of DuPage.
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Registration for Food Truck Rally and Sunset 5K to Open May 1 with 'Cheesy Teaser'
Monday, April 23, 2018Early Bird registration for College of DuPage's 2018 Food Truck Rally and Sunset 5K will open on Tuesday, May 1, with a "cheesy teaser" kick-off featuring the popular Toasty Cheese food truck.
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Deanne Mazzochi Named College of DuPage Board Chairman for Third Consecutive Year
Friday, April 20, 2018Chairman Mazzochi was elected to the Board for a six-year term in April 2015 and served as Vice Chairman before being named Acting Chairman in December of that year.
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Dr. Rondeau Discusses 'Big Picture'
Friday, April 20, 2018The inaugural community breakfast emphasized continued collaboration between COD and its constituencies.
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College of DuPage Offers New ‘Valuing Culture, Family and Education’ Student Cohort this Fall
Thursday, April 19, 2018College of DuPage is offering a new cohort experience "Valuing Culture, Family and Education" beginning fall 2018.
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Approximately 400 Attend CODCON XXIII Gaming Convention at COD
Tuesday, April 17, 2018Approximately 400 people recently attended the Sci-Fi/Fantasy Club's 23rd annual gaming convention "CODCON XXIII: Gaming Across the Multiverse."
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Presents John Patrick Shanley's Romantic Comedy 'Outside Mullingar' May to June 3
Friday, April 13, 2018Anthony and Rosemary, two introverted middle-aged misfits, have every reason to fear romantic catastrophe. Both have spent their entire lives on farms in rural Ireland, but due to a long-standing land feud between the families, they may lose it all.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Islamic Culture Around the World
Friday, April 13, 2018The week-long celebration included "Islam Around the World," featuring displays on Islamic countries, including traditional garb, food and artifacts.
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COD's Inaugural Maker Market Connects Student Makers with Customers
Thursday, April 12, 2018Eager shoppers flocked to COD's inaugural Maker Market this week to browse and purchase student makers' products and services.
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Kirk Muspratt Honored as 2018 Conductor of the Year by The Illinois Council of Orchestras
Thursday, April 12, 2018Muspratt's engaging concerts have enjoyed steady attendance increases throughout his tenure. Audiences have come to know him for his warm, genuine personality and his desire to inspire their lives through music at his concerts, and he is commonly recognized as a director and conductor capable of building strong and productive working relationships with the musicians.
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New Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs a Familiar Face at COD
Friday, April 06, 2018Lisa Stock, Ph.D., has returned to College of DuPage in a new role as Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs. She previously was Dean of Learning Resources.
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COD Celebrates Student, Faculty and Staff Art
Friday, April 06, 2018COD students, staff and faculty gathered to enjoy student and employee art during the Spring Student, Faculty and Staff Art Reception hosted by the Office of the President.
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College of DuPage Students Place in Top Five at National Horticulture Competition
Thursday, April 05, 2018COD horticulture students placed fourth out of all community colleges in the U.S. at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition.
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Sharing Memories of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Wednesday, April 04, 2018Retired COD administrator Ernie Gibson, Ph.D., remembers his friend, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., during a recent program marking the 50th anniversary of Dr. King's assassination.
View moreCOD Offers New Learning Community Classes for Fall 2018
Monday, April 02, 2018College of DuPage will offer several new classes through its Learning Communities program starting in the fall term 2018.
View moreOriginal Civil Rights Movement Member Shares Memories of MLK
Wednesday, March 28, 2018Retired College of DuPage administrator Ernie Gibson shares remembrances of his friend the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., during a recent program marking the 50th anniversary of King's assassination.
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Horticulture Students Receive ILCA Honors
Monday, March 26, 2018COD Horticulture students were recently recognized for their efforts in the annual ILCA 2018 Landscape Design Contest
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Honeybee Fair Draws Buzz at College of DuPage
Friday, March 23, 2018Students and employees, as well as community members explored the importance of bees and their impact on the environment at the inaugural Honeybee Fair at COD.
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MAC Receives IAC Grant
Friday, March 23, 2018The MAC is one of only 29 organizations to receive a Partner in Excellence Grant.
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Accounting Student in Prestigious Internship
Wednesday, March 21, 2018Benjamin Hamgeri recently took part in the prestigious Mary T. Washington Wylie Accounting Internship Preparation Program sponsored by the Illinois CPA Society.
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Dr. Ann Rondeau Discusses COD's Importance as a Community Resource With Oak Brook Chamber
Tuesday, March 20, 2018College of DuPage President Dr. Ann E. Rondeau emphasizes the College's commitment to remaining an invaluable resource to businesses, nonprofit organizations and community members of Oak Brook.
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COD Forensics Novice Team Finishes Second at 2018 Novice National Championships
Tuesday, March 20, 2018The College of DuPage Forensics Novice Team took second place in both the Division I Sweepstakes and Open Sweepstakes at the 2018 Novice National Championship Tournament.
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Forensics Team Wins Big at State Competition
Friday, March 16, 2018The COD Team took the top prize in the two-year division at the Illinois All State Speech and Debate Tournament.
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College of DuPage Board Approves $1 Tuition Increase for Fall 2018
Thursday, March 15, 2018Citing a need to better keep pace with inflation, the College of DuPage Board of Trustees at its regular March 15 meeting authorized a $1 tuition increase effective for the fall 2018 semester. Tuition and fees will be $136 per credit hour for in-district residents.
View moreCollege of DuPage Forensics Team Wins Big at State Championship
Thursday, March 15, 2018The COD Forensics Team took the top prize in the two-year division at the Illinois All State Speech and Debate Tournament.
View moreMcAninch Arts Center Receives Coveted Illinois Arts Council Support for 2018
Wednesday, March 14, 2018The MAC is one of only 29 area organizations, and one of only two education organizations, to receive the Partner in Excellence grant.
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S&P Upgrades College of DuPage Bond Rating
Wednesday, March 14, 2018COD's rating was raised to "AA+" and its rating outlook of "stable" reaffirmed.
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COD Students Take Part in Rube Goldberg Competition at Purdue University
Tuesday, March 13, 2018COD has the distinction of being the only community college to take part in the Purdue University annual Rube Goldberg competition.
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Michael McInerney Takes First Place at Apollo Live
Tuesday, March 13, 2018COD student Michael McInerney earned first place at the third annual Apollo Live! Student Talent Competition,
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College of DuPage Welding Students Create Dinosaurs During 'Dino Day'
Thursday, March 08, 2018COD Welding students used found scrap and metal materials to make Jurassic Era-inspired metal creations as part of "Dino Day."
View moreCOD Horticulture Students Receive Statewide Recognition from ILCA
Wednesday, March 07, 2018Four COD students recently were recognized at the annual ILCA 2018 Landscape Design Contest for College and High School Students.
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COD Robotics Team Prepares for Spring Competitions
Tuesday, March 06, 2018Students on the COD Robotics Team are gaining hands-on experience preparing for prestigious robotics competitions this spring.
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Renowned Physicist Brian Greene Draws Sold Out Crowd at COD
Tuesday, March 06, 2018Physicist Brian Greene discusses Einstein's research with a sold-out crowd at the McAninch Art Center at College of DuPage.
View moreCOD Student Participates in Prestigious Accounting Internship
Monday, March 05, 2018College of DuPage student Benjamin Hamgeri recently took part in the prestigious Mary T. Washington Wylie Accounting Internship Preparation Program.
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Sustainability Film and Discussion Series at COD
Monday, March 05, 2018College of DuPage will host a series of four free film screenings focused on sustainable energy this spring.
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Crowds Gather for Black History Month Closing Ceremony at COD
Wednesday, February 28, 2018COD students, faculty and staff, as well as members of the community, gathered to celebrate African-American history and culture at COD's Black History Month closing ceremony.
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New College of DuPage Transitions Math Program Bridges Gap for High School Seniors
Tuesday, February 27, 2018The long-term goal of the program is to significantly reduce the number of students required to take developmental math as incoming freshmen, giving them more time and less cost to complete coursework for their degrees.
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Free Electronic Tax Filing Help
Friday, February 23, 2018College of DuPage, in partnership with School District 89, is offering free assistance with electronic filing of state and federal tax returns through April 14.
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Volunteers Needed to Restore College of DuPage Prairie, Natural Areas
Thursday, February 22, 2018Join College of DuPage at outdoor work events to restore the Kirt Prairie and other natural areas on the Glen Ellyn campus.
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Congressman Peter Roskam Honors College of DuPage Architecture Program for Recent AIA Award
Wednesday, February 21, 2018The congressman visited to honor College of DuPage Architecture Professor Mark Pearson and his students, who recently received a 2017 Distinguished Project Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects Northeast Illinois Chapter.
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COD Study Abroad One of Top in U.S.
Wednesday, February 21, 2018The Institute of International Education ranks COD second among community colleges nationwide.
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Standing Room Only Crowd Gathers to Listen to Shared Experiences at 'African-Americans in Times of War' Panel Discussion
Tuesday, February 20, 2018Retired U.S. Army Major General Marcia Anderson and Army Reservist and COD student Tanika Moore share a story during this week's "African-Americans in Times of War" panel discussion.
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Prairie Light Review Honored by American Scholastic Press Association
Tuesday, February 20, 2018Prairie Light Review, a juried magazine produced twice a year by student editors enrolled in English 2210 at College of DuPage, recently received the First Place Magazine award from the American Scholastic Press Association for its fall and spring journals from the 2016-2017 academic year.
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COD Football Players Sign with Division I and II
Monday, February 19, 2018Eleven Chaparrals have signed as part of National Signing Day.
View moreCOD Study Abroad Ranks Second Among U.S. Community Colleges
Wednesday, February 14, 2018Because COD's Field and Experiential Learning/Study Abroad/Global Education program is so successful in creating new opportunities for students, the Institute of International Education recently ranked it second among community colleges nationwide for international study opportunities.
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College of DuPage Architecture Students Investigate Design Elements with Chicago Artist Faheem Majeed
Wednesday, February 14, 2018Students from Architecture Professor Mark Pearson's Design Studio course created pieces based on or inspired by Majeed's work. The designs are on display in the College's new Techcetera gallery space through Feb. 22.
View moreCollege of DuPage Robotics Team Prepares for Spring Competitions, Gets Invaluable Experience
Wednesday, February 14, 2018Students on the COD Robotics Team are gaining crucial hands-on experience preparing for prestigious national robotics competitions this spring.
View moreCOD to Host Free Sustainability Film and Discussion Series This Spring
Tuesday, February 13, 2018College of DuPage will host a series of four free film screenings focused on sustainable energy this fall beginning Tuesday, March 6.
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College of DuPage Kicks Off Black History Month Celebration
Tuesday, February 13, 2018COD students, faculty, and staff, as well as members of the community, danced to the sounds of Indika Reggae at the official Black History Month 2018 kick-off celebration.
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COD Alumna Wins Olympic Bronze Medal
Monday, February 12, 2018College of DuPage alumna Alexa Scimeca-Knierim and her husband, Chris, won a bronze medal in the figure skating team competition at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea.
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Cheer COD Alumna at the Winter Olympics
Thursday, February 08, 2018College of DuPage alumna Alexa Scimeca-Knierim is competing with her husband, Chris, in the figure skating competition at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea.
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TV Student Accepted Into L.A. Initiative
Wednesday, February 07, 2018Sarah Taschetta is taking one step closer toward her dream of working in television after being accepted into the American Pavilion’s prestigious L.A. Intensive program.
View moreStudy Language and Culture This Summer with College of DuPage
Monday, February 05, 2018Language and culture courses are available in Italy (June 6 to July 7), Costa Rica (May 30 to July 1), Germany (June 7 to July 7), Japan (June 19 to July 20), and Spain (May 31 to June 30). All trips include round-trip airfare from Chicago, lodging, some excursions and meals. Tuition for six to seven credit hours is extra.
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College of DuPage Forensics Team Earns Awards at Gorlok Gala Competition
Thursday, February 01, 2018The COD Forensics team recently won first place in the community college sweepstakes at the Gorlok Gala hosted by Webster University in St. Louis.
View moreCOD Television Production Student Accepted into Prestigious L.A. Intensive Program
Friday, January 26, 2018Sarah Taschetta is taking one step closer toward her dream of working in television after being accepted into the American Pavilion's prestigious L.A. Intensive program for 2018.
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COD Automotive Program Receives Reaccreditation
Thursday, January 25, 2018The Automotive Service Technology program at COD has been reaccredited at the Master Automotive Service Technology level by NATEF and the ASE.
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Enjoy Weekend Adventures This Spring
Thursday, January 25, 2018Explore outdoor activities in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin with COD.
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Explore the Wonder of Music with COD's Music Academy
Monday, January 22, 2018Recognized as one of the finest instructional programs in the Chicago area, the COD Music Academy offers a variety of classes at the McAninch Arts Center at the Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd. Enrollment is open now.
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Engineering Club Hosts Event for Homeschoolers
Friday, January 19, 2018Members of the Engineering Club at College of DuPage work with homeschool students during a recent hands-on educational outreach event.
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350 Attend 23rd Annual MLK. Breakfast
Wednesday, January 17, 2018Approximately 350 attendees listened to keynote speaker Dalitso Sulamoyo, Ph.D., at the 23rd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast hosted by COD and Benedictine University.
View moreEnjoy Weekend Adventures in 2018 with College of DuPage
Friday, January 12, 2018Courses take participants biking, backpacking, rock climbing and on other outdoor activities at locations throughout the Midwest. The $25 fee includes all ground transportation, camps fees/permits and group equipment.
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College of DuPage Offers Summer Learning Opportunities for High School Students
Wednesday, January 10, 2018The Youth Academy at College of DuPage is providing a variety of classes and camps for high school students this summer.
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Happy New Year From COD
Monday, January 01, 2018The COD family wishes you and yours a Happy and Healthy New Year.
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College of DuPage Announces Closing of the Louise M. Beem Early Childhood Center June 2018
Friday, December 15, 2017In an ongoing effort to improve operational efficiencies and financial savings, College of DuPage will close its Early Childcare Center (ECC) June 1, 2018. For the past six years, the ECC's enrollment has continued to decline as operational costs have increased.
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Agreement Approved for Innovation DuPage
Thursday, December 14, 2017The COD Board of Trustees approves a license agreement with Glen Ellyn that finalizes the location of Innovation DuPage in the Glen Ellyn Civic Center.
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DuPage County Board Honors Innovation DuPage
Tuesday, December 12, 2017Innovation DuPage, the new business incubator and accelerator developed by College of DuPage in partnership with Choose DuPage, Rev3 and the Village of Glen Ellyn, received additional praise Dec. 12 in the form of a formal proclamation from the DuPage County Board.
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Alumnus Works on NASA Space Launch System
Tuesday, December 12, 2017Reggie Martin may not be going into space, but the College of DuPage alumnus is making sure others safely do so.
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College of DuPage Hosts Free STEMinar Events This Spring
Monday, December 11, 2017College of DuPage will host a series of STEMinars this spring on the College's Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd.
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COD Hosts 'Giving Garland' Holiday Party
Friday, December 08, 2017More than 100 volunteers celebrated the spirit of giving during the annual "Giving Garland" holiday party hosted by the COD Community Relations office.
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College of DuPage Hosts Student Digital Systems Design Project Showcase
Thursday, December 07, 2017Ten teams comprising more than two dozen engineering students from recently shared and discussed their design projects during the Digital Systems Student Project Design Showcase.
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New 'Prairie Project' Class Connects Writing with Nature
Thursday, December 07, 2017COD's new "Prairie Project" service learning class takes students out of the classroom and into nature for a unique hands-on learning experience.
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COD Culinary Students Decorate for Charity
Wednesday, December 06, 2017Students COD's Culinary Arts program recently created custom gingerbread houses that will be auctioned off to raise funds for Helping Hand Center.
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College of DuPage Partners with Lewis University to Help Veteran Students
Tuesday, December 05, 2017College of DuPage, Lewis University and Joliet Junior College have partnered to form a mentoring program providing opportunities and support for veteran students.
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Author Megan Stielstra Visits College of DuPage
Monday, December 04, 2017Stielstra is the author of three collections: "The Wrong Way To Save Your Life," "Once I Was Cool" and "Everyone Remain Calm."
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16th Annual Pathophysiology Panorama Highlights COD Student Work
Monday, December 04, 2017COD Diagnostic Medical Imaging students displayed and discussed their work featuring a broad range of diseases and pathologies that have been detected using various imaging procedures.
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Chaparrals Win 2017 Red Grange Bowl
Sunday, December 03, 2017The team dominated the Dec. 2 game, besting Mesabi Range 35-0.
View moreCollege of DuPage Culinary Students Decorate for Charity
Thursday, November 30, 2017Students in the COD Culinary Arts program recently created custom gingerbread houses that will be auctioned off to raise funds for Helping Hand Center.
View moreCollege of DuPage Alumnus Works on NASA Space Launch System
Thursday, November 30, 2017COD alumnus Reggie Martin is the lead integrator expert for the Kennedy Ground Control Subsystem at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
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COD Students Win at HVACR Competition
Monday, November 27, 2017College of DuPage HVACR students Devin Valle and Hamilton Greenwood took first and second place in the Vocational/Junior College HVACR competition.
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COD Honors 2017 Distinguished Alumni
Monday, November 20, 2017The College of DuPage Foundation recently honored seven alumni for their outstanding achievements during the 2017 Distinguished Alumni Awards Reception.
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Chaparrals Balance Athleticism, Community Service
Friday, November 17, 2017The COD football team volunteers with the WDSRA and other groups.
View moreCollege of DuPage Board Approves 2017 Tax Levy Request
Friday, November 17, 2017The 2017 tax levy of $81.7 million is equal to the College's 2016 tax extension, the approximate amount of property tax revenue collected for that year. Additionally, the Board approved a debt levy abatement of $8.6 million.
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Glen Ellyn Village Board Approval Latest Step Toward COD Using Civic Center Location for Innovation DuPage
Thursday, November 16, 2017With the Glen Ellyn Village Board voting Nov. 13 to approve a license agreement with College of DuPage for use of a portion of the Glen Ellyn Civic Center, College officials are looking ahead toward a home for Innovation DuPage.
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HLC Removes COD's Probationary Status
Tuesday, November 14, 2017COD retained its accreditation throughout the nearly two-year process.
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College Board Recognizes COD Testing Center in Top 100
Monday, November 13, 2017The College Board has recognized the Testing Center at College of DuPage as one of the top 100 College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) sites nationally.
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COD Honors Veterans at Annual Ceremony
Saturday, November 11, 2017COD Vice President for Administration and Treasurer Brian Caputo shares his thoughts during the College's annual Veterans Day celebration.
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Chaparral Gridders Close Season Nov. 11, Ready for Dec. 2 Red Grange Bowl
Tuesday, November 07, 2017Riding high from its Oct. 28 24-0 shutout against Pennsylvania's Lackawanna College, the College of DuPage chaparral football squad is preparing for its final game of the regular season against Iowa Western.
View moreChaparral Football Balances Athleticism With Community Service
Monday, November 06, 2017Football season still has several weeks remaining, but Chaparral players and coaches aren't just focused on improving their performance and stamina. They are building friendships and serving as mentors to athletes from Western DuPage Special Recreation Association and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.
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New Techcetera Gallery Celebrates Technology
Saturday, November 04, 2017The unique space will feature work by students in disciplines that fall outside traditional art fields.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Student, Faculty and Staff Art
Friday, November 03, 2017COD students Sonja Vukajlovic and Jang Park pose next to Vukajlovic's painting with COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau during the Fall Student, Faculty and Staff Art Reception.
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Emerging Entrepreneurs Program Seeking Student Makers for First Maker Market
Friday, November 03, 2017The E2 Emerging Entrepreneurs Mentorship program at COD is seeking individuals with products, services or ideas for the College's first Maker Market.
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Hundreds of College of DuPage Volunteers Help Community During Serve-a-Thon
Thursday, November 02, 2017Teams cleared walking path and distributed seeds, cleaned and stocked a food pantry, laid sod, deep cleaned a group home, and organized a resale shop as part of the second annual event.
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Hundreds of Voices Raise Together at COD During Illinois American Choral Directors Association Conference
Thursday, November 02, 2017The two-day conference featured performances from the Glenbard North, Glenbard East and Glenbard West high school choirs; ANIMA Glen Ellyn Children's Chorus; Wheaton College choirs; and College of DuPage Chamber Singers.
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Exhibit Celebrates COD, Easter Seals Collaboration
Wednesday, November 01, 2017For 18 years, students have captured the daily lives of Easter Seals clients in photo essays.
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COD Hosts Block Kids Building Competition
Tuesday, October 31, 2017Children from kindergarten through sixth grade recently competed in the 2017 Block Kids building competition at College of DuPage.
View moreInnovation DuPage Now Accepting Applications
Monday, October 30, 2017Entrepreneurs and business owners can submit applications to Innovation DuPage and partner DuPage Impact LLC, with the latter providing funding up to $100,000 for select applicants.
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COD Raises Record Funds to Fight Breast Cancer
Friday, October 27, 2017The COD Cares Denim Day team raised $2,754 to support the fight against breast cancer from a record number of 112 participants.
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COD Students Shake Off the Rain During Lively Spirit Week Indoor Carnival
Thursday, October 26, 2017Students leave the cold and rain outdoors to enjoy carnival games and tasty treats at the recent Student Life Spirit Week Carnival. The event, held at the College of DuPage Student Services Center, featured inflatables, games, prizes and carnival food favorites.
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COD Serves More Veterans Than Any Community College in Northern Illinois
Wednesday, October 25, 2017The COD Veterans Services program serves more veterans than any community college in Northern Illinois, according to the annual state report produced by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission.
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Architecture Students Receive AIA Award
Wednesday, October 25, 2017Seven Architecture students have received a Distinguished Project Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects for a pavilion they designed, built and installed on campus.
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COD Financial Assistance Office Hosts 'Life Happens'
Monday, October 23, 2017COD students take part in "Life Happens!" an interactive event designed to help students become financially knowledgeable.
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Community College Initiative Program Cook Together, Learn Together
Friday, October 20, 2017Students attending COD through the Community College Initiative program learn to cook a variety of dishes during a recent culinary activity in the Wheat Café kitchen.
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Thousands Attend 36th Annual College Fair at College of DuPage
Friday, October 20, 2017The fair, held in partnership with District 502 high schools, featured representatives from more than 200 college and universities from across the country.
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COD Issues First Budget-in-Brief Summary
Wednesday, October 18, 2017The 15-page document offers a comprehensive summary of the College's overall budget.
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High School Students Discover STEM at COD
Monday, October 16, 2017More than 80 local female high school students recently spent a day investigating careers in the science, technology, engineering and math fields.
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Courier TV Receives Eight Silver Dome Awards
Thursday, October 12, 2017Courier TV at College of DuPage has received eight Illinois Broadcast Association Student Silver Dome Awards, including three first place awards and a sweep of the Best TV Spot category.
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International Students Build Skills at COD
Tuesday, October 10, 2017College of DuPage has welcomed 16 students from around the world through the 2017-2018 Community College Initiative (CCI) program.
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Physics Students Part of Cosmic Ray Experiment
Saturday, October 07, 2017COD students joined high school and college students from across the U.S., to take part in the Cosmic Ray e-Lab.
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Multicultural Mashup Celebrates Languages and Cultures at COD
Friday, October 06, 2017Representatives from several language clubs and the Alpha Mu Gamma Language Honor Society celebrate their diverse cultures during the Multicultural Mashup.
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Chaparral Men's Soccer Now 12-1
Monday, October 02, 2017The Chaparral men's soccer team extended its winning streak this weekend, besting Waubonsee and Rock Valley community colleges.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Founders' Day
Friday, September 29, 2017The event marked the end of COD's yearlong 50th Anniversary celebration.
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Flamenco Performance Opens Second Half of COD's Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Thursday, September 28, 2017Upcoming events include a performance by Tres Vidas Music Theater (Oct. 4), "Beyond Borders" film screening (Oct. 4) and salsa dancing and a student poster display (Oct. 12).
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Thousands Brave Heat at 2017 Food Truck Rally/5K
Tuesday, September 26, 2017Guests enjoyed treats from 20 vendors, kids' games, "touch-a-truck" and ice sculpting before runners took to the starting line.
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COD Men's Soccer Celebrate 10-Game Winning Streak
Tuesday, September 26, 2017DuPage dominated the first half, garnering 10 shots on goal to SWI's three. Bahaa Hnahein scored with an assist from Alex Schuchardt. Hnahein has four goals in his 11 games with the Chaparrals this season.
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COD Women's Soccer Player Melissa Philips Named NJCAA Player of the Week
Tuesday, September 26, 2017Phillips, a sophomore midfielder and Glenbard East graduate, scored 12 goals for her team against Milwaukee Area Tech and Rochester. Overall, she has scored 21 goals as a Chaparrals with two assists.
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Applications Now Accepted for COD Scholars Awards
Tuesday, September 26, 2017Applications are now being accepted for the College of DuPage Scholars Awards. This year's Fall Priority Application submission deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 15.
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COD Students Selected for NASA Program
Saturday, September 23, 2017College of DuPage students Rachel Fry and Andrew Krall will travel to NASA's Langley Research Center in September as part of the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars project.
View moreInnovation DuPage Moving Ahead
Friday, September 22, 2017As plans move forward for Innovation DuPage, a new business incubator and accelerator developed by College of DuPage, one of its partners has announced initial funding for startups and social impact businesses.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Constitution Day 2017
Thursday, September 21, 2017College of DuPage student Umair Khan of Darien reads and copies the U.S. Constitution as part of the College's observance of Constitution Day. "The Constitution: 230 Years Later" invited participants to examine the text of the Constitution and rewrite its words by hand to strengthen the learning process.
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COD Women's Tennis Team Looks to Rebuild, Qualify for Nationals
Tuesday, September 19, 2017Although the Lady Chaparral netters have struggled early in the season, Coach Jim Bowers is confident his team of young players will grow more comfortable in their individual games and build momentum as the mid-October regional competition nears.
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COD Hosts Rep. Patti Bellock, Human Trafficking Task Force Meeting
Monday, September 18, 2017Bellock, who introduced and sponsored legislation which created the Human Trafficking Task Force, led a discussion on human trafficking late last year at the College as part of PTK's Human Trafficking Awareness Week.
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Foundation Event Celebrates Scholarships
Saturday, September 16, 2017The annual College of DuPage Foundation Scholarship Celebration brings together scholarship recipients and donors to meet during brunch and share their stories.
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College of DuPage Sends Thousands of Donations to Hurricane Ravaged Texas
Thursday, September 14, 2017Volunteers filled one of the College's CDL program semitrailers with donated school supplies, which was then driven by Foodliner Inc. of Franklin Park to the Houston Independent School District.
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COD Cross-Country Season Underway
Thursday, September 14, 2017The teams are off to a good start with strong performances at their first meets of the season. At Aurora University's Sept. 8 Spartan XC Classic, freshman Ricardo Del Toro placed 12th in the men's, while sophomore Amanda Jones placed 9th in women's and obtained a personal best in the 6,000 meters.
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Wendy Parks New Director of PR & Communications
Wednesday, September 13, 2017Wendy E. Parks brings a wealth of experience to her new position as the Director of Public Relations and Communications at College of DuPage.
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Students Gain Real-World Experience at Argonne
Thursday, September 07, 2017COD students Nicole Amon and Josie Suter gained crucial real-world experience while serving an internship at Argonne National Laboratory this past summer.
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COD Announces Visiting Artist Series for 2017-2018
Tuesday, September 05, 2017The College of DuPage Fine Arts program in collaboration with the Cleve Carney Art Gallery welcomes six artists to campus for lectures and workshops as part of the 2017-2018 Visiting Artists Series. The series is free and open to the public and is designed to provide opportunities for the community to interact with leaders in the fields of contemporary arts, design and culture.
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COD Students Roll With the Start of Fall Semester
Thursday, August 31, 2017The College of DuPage Student Life Lounge was transformed into a roller skating rink as flashback fun added to the welcoming festivities that celebrated the beginning of the fall 2017 semester.
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COD Named Center of Academic Excellence
Thursday, August 31, 2017College of DuPage has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.
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COD Women's Volleyball Has Strong Start to 2017 Season
Wednesday, August 30, 2017The Lady Chaparrals are 5-1 after their Aug. 29 home opener against Milwaukee Technical. The team faces Madison Aug. 31 on the road.
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Chaparral Football Kicks Off 2017 Season
Wednesday, August 30, 2017The Chaparral gridders have hit the ground running with a 13-6 season opening win over Iowa Central Community College. The team hosts its home opener at noon Monday, Sept. 4, against Olivet Nazarene.
View moreCOD Students Gain Real-World Experience at Argonne National Laboratory
Monday, August 28, 2017COD students Nicole Amon and Josie Suter gained crucial real-world experience while serving an internship at Argonne National Laboratory this past summer.
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Chaudhry New Dean of Biology and Health Sciences
Monday, August 28, 2017Chaudhry will oversee more than 25 programs, including Anatomy and Physiology, Anesthesia Technology, Biology, Fire Science and Paramedic.
View moreCOD A Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
Monday, August 28, 2017College of DuPage has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education (CAE-CDE 2Y) through academic year 2022 by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
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Student at Georgetown Through Preferred Program
Thursday, August 24, 2017College of DuPage student Cullen Dobbs has been accepted to Georgetown University through the prestigious Georgetown Preferred Consideration Program.
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College of DuPage Solar Eclipse Viewing Draws Hundreds
Wednesday, August 23, 2017Hundreds of COD students, staff and faculty, as well as members of the community, attended a free safe viewing of the solar eclipse on the College's Glen Ellyn campus.
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COD Receives Ed Snyder Merit Book Award
Monday, August 21, 2017The Student Leadership Council at COD is one of only three community colleges in Illinois to earn a 2017 Ed Snyder Merit Book Award.
View moreCollege of DuPage and Adjunct Association Approve Four-Year Contract Extension
Monday, August 21, 2017College of DuPage adjunct faculty will receive a four-year contract extension under an agreement approved by the COD Board of Trustees and the COD Adjuncts Association (CODAA).
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Game Development Team Wins SkillsUSA Gold
Wednesday, August 16, 2017Lexie Wilterdink and Tucker Wolf recently won gold medals in Interactive Application and Video Game Development at the 2017 SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference.
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New Human Resources Management Certificate
Monday, August 14, 2017The new Human Resource Management Certificate program at College of DuPage will provide students with the knowledge and skills for entry-level employment as a human resource generalist or specialist.
View moreStudent Leadership Council Receives Ed Snyder Merit Book Award
Thursday, August 10, 2017The Student Leadership Council at COD is one of only three community colleges in Illinois to earn a 2017 Ed Snyder Merit Book Award from the ICCSAA.
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Deaf COD CDL Student Earns Perfect Score
Wednesday, August 09, 2017Clint Homon's hope for "humble results" was blown away when he received perfect test scores.
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Kanetis Overall Outstanding Part-Time Faculty
Wednesday, August 02, 2017Representing the Liberal Arts Division, Kanetis will receive a $500 award from the COD Foundation.
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COD Launches Project COACH This Fall
Monday, July 31, 2017The two-year program is targeted at adults with mild intellectual or developmental disabilities.
View moreCOD Recognized as Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
Thursday, July 27, 2017COD has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Two-Year Education by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.
View moreCOD Game Development Team Wins SkillsUSA Gold Medal
Wednesday, July 26, 2017Lexie Wilterdink and Tucker Wolf recently won gold medals in Interactive Application and Video Game Development (College Division) at the 2017 SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference.
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Dr. Ann Rondeau Celebrates First Year at COD
Wednesday, July 26, 2017Dr. Rondeau believes changes made by COD leadership have strengthened the institution’s constituencies.
View moreBoard Approves MOU for Glen Ellyn Space
Tuesday, July 25, 2017The College of DuPage Board of Trustees took its first step toward the possible establishment of an innovation center in the Glen Ellyn Civic Center.
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COD Students Participate in Prestigious Summer Internships
Monday, July 24, 2017COD students are participating in prestigious summer research internships made possible through a National Science Foundation grant.
View moreHLC Peer Reviewers Give COD Positive Report
Thursday, July 20, 2017The Higher Learning Commission peer review team has recommended College of DuPage receive no sanctions.
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College of DuPage Announces Scholars Award Recipients
Wednesday, July 19, 2017College of DuPage has announced 196 incoming students as Scholars Award recipients for fall 2017.
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COD Offers Enterprise System Certificate
Monday, July 17, 2017The new Enterprise System Administrator Certificate program at College of DuPage helps students find entry-level positions within computer system administration fields.
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COD Receives NEH Grant
Tuesday, July 11, 2017The grant will be used for a seminar titled “Connections and Disconnections in U.S. Military Conflicts: From the Illinois Frontier to the Global Frontier.”
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College of DuPage Offers New Operating Room Patient Care Technician Certificate
Monday, July 10, 2017The new Operating Room Patient Care Technician Certificate program at College of DuPage will prepare students for entry-level positions in perioperative service careers.
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COD Dedicates Robert J. Miller Education Center
Thursday, July 06, 2017More than 300 people gathered to dedicate the Robert J. Miller Homeland Security Education Center at College of DuPage.
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College of DuPage Officials, Students Celebrate Independence at the Glen Ellyn July 4 Parade
Wednesday, July 05, 2017College of DuPage officials, students and staff celebrated independence and sunny, summer weather at Glen Ellyn's annual July 4 parade. Chaparral revelers, including representatives from the McAninch Arts Center and WDCB 90.9 FM, greeted parade goers with candy and other giveaways.
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Oliver-Tucci Named Outstanding Faculty
Monday, June 26, 2017Karan Oliver-Tucci, assistant professor of Biology at College of DuPage, has been named the Overall Outstanding Faculty Member for 2016-2017.
View moreBoard Approves FY 2018 Budget
Thursday, June 22, 2017The budget is based on the premise that the tuition rate and operating tax levy will be kept flat.
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COD Offers New Professional Writing Certificate Program
Thursday, June 22, 2017College of DuPage will offer a new Professional Writing Certificate program beginning this fall.
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COD Takes Fourth at Robotics Competition
Wednesday, June 21, 2017For the fifth consecutive year, the COD Engineering Club was the only team from a two-year school to compete in the Midwestern Robotics Design Competition.
View moreCOD's Launches Project COACH to Address Needs of Developmentally Disabled Students
Wednesday, June 21, 2017Offered through COD's Continuing Education program, the two-year, application-based program is targeted at adults with mild intellectual or developmental disabilities. It also provides post high school transition students with additional educational training aimed at preparing them for meaningful employment.
View moreCOD Offers New Human Resources Management Certificate
Wednesday, June 21, 2017The new Human Resource Management Certificate program at College of DuPage will provide students with the knowledge and skills for entry-level employment as a human resource generalist or specialist.
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COD Students Awarded Prestigious Paralegal Scholarship
Monday, June 19, 2017COD Paralegal Studies students Linda Chan of Naperville and Kristal Solis of Carol Stream recently received $500 Lambda Epsilon Chi scholarships.
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College Brings Honeybees to Campus
Friday, June 16, 2017Thanks to a grant from the Honeybee Conservancy, College of DuPage has installed a beehive in a natural area on the east side of campus.
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COD Math Team Wins Region Contest
Wednesday, June 14, 2017A team of College of DuPage students took first place for the Midwest Region of the Student Math League (SML) competition.
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COD Students Capture Big Wins in SkillsUSA Illinois State Championships
Tuesday, June 13, 2017Several COD students recently won gold and silver medals in a variety of categories at the SkillsUSA state championships.
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HVACR Students Work on Donated Equipment to Support New Program
Monday, June 12, 2017Bennet Levine, R&D Manager at Contemporary Controls observes as COD students work with HVACR control systems donated by Contemporary Controls.
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COD Celebrates Graduation of More Than 100 Veterans
Monday, June 12, 2017The College of DuPage Veterans Services office recently celebrated the accomplishments of more than 100 veteran students who earned certificates and degrees during the 2016-2017 academic year.
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COD Students Earn Prestigious Awards
Thursday, June 08, 2017Interior Design student Allison Schutz received first place in the fifth annual Recognizing Exemplary Design competition.
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COD Students Place in Top Four at 30th Annual UIUC Robotics Competition
Wednesday, June 07, 2017For the fifth consecutive year, the COD Engineering Club was the only team from a two-year school to compete in the Midwestern Robotics Design Competition.
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COD Forensics Team Places in Top Ten Nationally
Tuesday, June 06, 2017The COD Forensics Team placed ninth out of 64 two-year colleges at the 80th Phi Rho Pi National Speech Tournament.
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Forecasting Team Places Sixth in WxChallenge
Monday, June 05, 2017The College of DuPage weather forecasting team placed sixth in the WxChallenge and was the only community college among competing schools throughout the U.S. and Canada.
View moreCOD Team Wins Midwest Region in Student Math League Competition
Tuesday, May 30, 2017A team of College of DuPage students took first place for the Midwest Region of the Student Math League (SML) competition.
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COD Students Take First Place at Scholar Bowl
Tuesday, May 30, 2017For the second year consecutively, four students from the College of DuPage Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography program took first place at the Radiography Scholar Bowl state championship.
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COD Celebrates 25th HSE Commencement
Thursday, May 25, 2017The College honored 70 recipients of their newly earned High School Equivalency certificates at a ceremony held May 20.
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Glen Ellyn, College of DuPage Officials Honor Officer Following March Car Crash
Tuesday, May 23, 2017During the May 22 meeting, College of DuPage President Dr. Ann Rondeau, joined by COD Board Chairman Deanne Mazzochi and several senior College administrators, applauded Officer Kevin Riggle for his life-saving actions.
View moreCOD Interior Design Students Earn Prestigious Awards
Tuesday, May 23, 2017COD Interior Design student Allison Schutz received first place in the fifth annual RED competition hosted by the International Interior Design Association.
View morePeter Kanetis Named Overall Outstanding Part-Time Faculty for 2016-2017
Monday, May 22, 2017Peter Kanetis, adjunct Philosophy and Religious Studies faculty and lecturer, has been named College of DuPage's Overall Outstanding Part-Time Faculty Member for 2016-2017.
View moreKaran Oliver-Tucci Named 2016-2017 COD Overall Outstanding Faculty Member
Monday, May 22, 2017Karan Oliver-Tucci, assistant professor of Biology at College of DuPage, has been named the Overall Outstanding Faculty Member for 2016-2017.
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COD Students Jennifer Emmert, Luke Tralmer Receive ALA Merit Awards
Wednesday, May 17, 2017College of DuPage students Jennifer Emmert and Luke Tralmer recently received Student Merit Awards from the Association of Licensed Architects (ALA).
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Dr. Ann Rondeau Named NIU Outstanding Alumna
Monday, May 15, 2017Recipients are selected based on their outstanding professional accomplishments and civic, cultural and charitable involvement.
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COD, Elmhurst College Sign Agreements
Wednesday, May 10, 2017COD and Elmhurst College sign agreements for guaranteed admission, reverse transfer and dual enrollment, as well as an MOU detailing more collaborations.
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College of DuPage Hosts Special Olympics Events May 7
Tuesday, May 09, 2017More than 700 athletes participated in track and field competitions, including wheelchair racing and race-walking.
View moreCOD Forensics Team Places in Top Ten in National Tournament
Monday, May 08, 2017The COD Forensics Team placed ninth out of 64 two-year colleges at the 80th Phi Rho Pi National Speech Tournament in Washington, DC.
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New ASHRAE Student Chapter at COD
Monday, May 08, 2017College of DuPage was recently accepted to house a student chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).
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New Building Automation Systems Certificate
Friday, May 05, 2017The new Building Automation Systems Certificate program will prepare students for a growing field that merges traditional HVACR knowledge with computer and IT skills.
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COD Alumna's Success Leads to 'Riverdale'
Monday, May 01, 2017Having built a successful career as an actress, Marisol Nichols still credits College of DuPage for creating a solid foundation.
View moreCOD Receives National Endowment for the Humanities 'Dialogues on the Experience of War' Grant
Friday, April 28, 2017Part of NEH's Standing Together initiative, Dialogues on the Experience of War grants provide opportunities for veterans, through the study and discussion of important humanities sources, to think more deeply about issues raised by war and military service.
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Deanne Mazzochi Named College of DuPage Board Chairman for Second Consecutive Year
Friday, April 28, 2017In addition, Trustee Frank Napolitano was appointed to serve a one-year term as Board Vice Chairman and Trustee Christine Fenne was elected to serve as Board Secretary.
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New Vice President of Administration and Treasurer at College of DuPage
Thursday, April 27, 2017Dr. Brian W. Caputo, the new Vice President of Administration and Treasurer (CFO) at College of DuPage, has always been impressed by the school's long-standing academic reputation.
View moreCOD Weather Forecasting Team Places Sixth in National WxChallenge
Wednesday, April 26, 2017The College of DuPage weather forecasting team placed sixth in the prestigious WxChallenge and was the only community college among competing schools throughout the U.S. and Canada.
View moreCollege of DuPage Board Approves Early Redemption of Bonds
Tuesday, April 25, 2017The College of DuPage Board of Trustees at its April 20 meeting unanimously approved the early redemption of a portion of 2007 General Obligation Bonds, which will yield the College savings of approximately $669,000. This action will result in savings for property taxpayers.
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COD Instructor Featured at Prestigious Art Event
Friday, April 21, 2017COD Adjunct Professor Aleksandra Vali was recently invited to display her work at the prestigious SOFA Fair at Navy Pier.
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Former COD Student and Police Officer Recognized for his Service
Wednesday, April 19, 2017Recruits, COD faculty and members of the Bloomingdale Police Department gathered to honor COD graduate and Bloomingdale Police Officer Raymond Murrell
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COD Phi Theta Kappa Chapter in Top 100 Internationally
Tuesday, April 18, 2017The COD chapter of Phi Theta Kappa was recently identified as one of the Top 100 chapters out of 3,500 chapters internationally at the Phi Theta Kappa Annual Convention in Nashville, TN.
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COD Alum Receives JKC Graduate Scholarship
Monday, April 17, 2017College of DuPage graduate Omar Escamilla has earned the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship. This will provide up to $50,000 a year for up to four years as he pursues a master’s degree.
View moreCOD Alumna's Successful Acting Career Leads to 'Riverdale'
Friday, April 14, 2017Having built a successful career as an actress, Marisol Nichols still credits College of DuPage for creating a solid foundation.
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'Writers Read Emerging Voices' Showcase Celebrates Local Writers
Thursday, April 13, 2017More than 70 people attended the "Writers Read Emerging Voices" creative writing winners' showcase, celebrating work submitted by COD students, faculty, staff and members of the community.
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COD Instructor Receives National Teaching Award
Wednesday, April 12, 2017College of DuPage Professor of English Danica Hubbard Ph.D. was recently the recipient of a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Award.
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Children Learn Chemistry Behind Sweets at 'Candy Science'
Wednesday, April 12, 2017College of DuPage Assistant Culinary Arts Professor Michael Maddox demonstrates the cooking techniques behind popular sweet treats during "Candy Science," a kid's culinary workshop, at COD's Naperville Center.
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Officials Sign Agreement Transferring Inspections
Tuesday, April 11, 2017The intergovernmental agreement transfers authority over building, zoning and liquor inspections at COD to Glen Ellyn.
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COD Offers Microsoft Office Specialist Exams
Monday, April 10, 2017College of DuPage is offering the Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams and Typing Test Pro Exam that will benefit both students and community members.
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New American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Student Chapter at College of DuPage
Thursday, April 06, 2017COD was recently accepted to house a student chapter of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).
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COD Places Fifth Among Community Colleges in Prestigious National Landscaping Competition
Thursday, April 06, 2017A team of nineteen COD horticulture students recently placed fifth overall among community colleges in the 2017 National Collegiate Landscaping Competition.
View moreCOD Offers New Enterprise System Administrator Certificate
Thursday, April 06, 2017The new Enterprise System Administrator Certificate program helps students find entry-level positions within computer system administration fields.
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COD Forensics Team Places Fourth at Novice Nationals Competition
Wednesday, April 05, 2017The COD Forensics team placed fourth at the Novice Nationals tournament held at the University of West Florida in Pensacola, Florida.
View moreCOD Alum Receives Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship
Monday, April 03, 2017Omar Escamilla has earned the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Graduate Scholarship, which will provide up to $50,000 a year as he pursues a master's degree.
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Teacher Prep Program Increases Enrollment
Wednesday, March 29, 2017Spring enrollment in COD's Teacher Preparation program has increased 24 percent for the spring semester compared to the spring 2016 term.
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COD, Benet, Fermilab Build Detectors
Friday, March 24, 2017Students in COD’s Physics Club joined forces with Benet Academy students and the University of Chicago QuarkNet Center at Fermilab to build and use cosmic ray detectors.
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Student Receives Posse Foundation Scholarship
Wednesday, March 22, 2017College of DuPage student Jacob Meyer has been accepted into the Posse Foundation’s Veterans Program and will receive a full-ride scholarship to Wesleyan University in Connecticut.
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Board Approves New IGA with Glen Ellyn
Sunday, March 19, 2017At its March 16 meeting, the COD Board approved a new Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Village of Glen Ellyn.
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COD Board Votes to Keep Tuition Flat
Thursday, March 16, 2017The COD Board of Trustees voted March 16 to keep tuition flat for the fall 2017 and spring and summer 2018 terms.
View moreCOD Instructor Featured at Prestigious Art and Design Event in Chicago
Wednesday, March 15, 2017COD Adjunct Professor Aleksandra Vali was recently invited to display her work at the prestigious 23rd annual Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design (SOFA) Fair at Navy Pier in Chicago.
View moreCOD Physics Club, Benet Academy and Fermilab Team Up for Cosmic Ray Workshop
Wednesday, March 15, 2017Students in College of DuPage's Physics Club joined forces with Benet Academy high school students and the University of Chicago QuarkNet Center at Fermilab to build and use cosmic ray detectors.
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Former COD Student Wins Regional Emmy
Friday, March 10, 2017Former student Kristin Crowley has received a Regional Emmy Award from the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy for Television Arts and Sciences for her work at 13 WREX in Rockford.
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College of DuPage President, Volunteers Assemble Military Care Packages
Thursday, March 09, 2017College of DuPage President Dr. Ann Rondeau and COD Cares Action Heroes recently visited Operation Support Our Troops in Lisle., helping to assemble care packages for deployed troops.
View moreDr. Ann Rondeau Addresses Naperville Chamber
Monday, March 06, 2017Dr. Rondeau discussed COD's role in the growth of commerce and industry within District 502 and the wealth of resources available to students and community members.
View moreCollege of DuPage's Bond Rating Upgraded
Thursday, March 02, 2017Standard & Poor's has revised the College of DuPage bond rating outlook from "negative" to "stable."
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High School Students Discover STEM Careers at College of DuPage
Wednesday, March 01, 2017Local female freshman and sophomore high school students recently spent a day at College of DuPage, investigating careers in the science, technology, engineering and math fields. The Women in STEM Career Day gave students the opportunity to interact with female role models in STEM fields and participate in hands-on activities.
View moreCOD Student Receives Full Scholarship Through Posse Foundation Veterans Program
Wednesday, March 01, 2017College of DuPage student Jacob Meyer has been accepted into the Posse Foundation's Veterans Program and will receive a full-ride scholarship to Wesleyan University in Connecticut.
View moreCOD Instructor Receives Prestigious National Teaching Award
Monday, February 27, 2017COD Professor of English Danica Hubbard Ph.D. was recently the recipient of a National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Award.
View moreCOD Receives FY 2017 Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from GFOA
Tuesday, February 21, 2017The Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada (GFOA) recently announced that COD has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for FY 2017.
View moreCOD Offers Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Exams, Typing Test Pro Exam
Tuesday, February 21, 2017College of DuPage is now offering the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams and Typing Test Pro Exam that will benefit both students and community members.
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New Early Childhood Administration Degree
Wednesday, February 15, 2017The new Early Childhood Administration degree at College of DuPage will provide students with a direct route to the Gateways Illinois Director Credential Level 1.
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COD High School Program Offers Students a Jump Start on Their Education
Tuesday, February 14, 2017The program offers high school credit courses, test preparation, college and high school success series, and review and enrichment courses.
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Pitch Contest Winner Running Business
Monday, February 13, 2017Ellee Crawford won the inaugural Pitch Contest sponsored by the Entrepreneurship Club and E2 mentoring program. She is using the first prize to continue funding her business.
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New Automotive Service Management Certificate
Tuesday, February 07, 2017Students will gain skills for management positions within the automotive industry through the new Automotive Service Management Certificate program.
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COD and Elmhurst Partner to Launch New 2+2 Transfer Programs
Wednesday, February 01, 2017College of DuPage and Elmhurst College recently launched several new 2+2 programs designed to help COD students transfer seamlessly to Elmhurst.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Building Automation Systems Certificate
Monday, January 30, 2017The new Building Automation Systems Certificate program prepares students for a growing field that merges traditional heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration knowledge with computer and IT skills.
View moreFormer College of DuPage Student Wins Regional Emmy for News Programming
Wednesday, January 25, 2017Former College of DuPage student Kristin Crowley has received a Regional Emmy Award from the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy for Television Arts and Sciences for her work at 13 WREX in Rockford.
View moreCOD One of First Colleges in Illinois to Offer Early Childhood Administration Degree
Thursday, January 19, 2017The new Early Childhood Administration degree at College of DuPage will provide students with a direct route to the Gateways Illinois Director Credential Level 1.
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COD Offers College-Level Classes for High School Students
Thursday, January 05, 2017COD's Early Admissions Student program provides college-credit courses to students who are enrolled in high school or are in a home education program.
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COD Students Tie for First Place at Competition
Monday, December 19, 2016A Team of College of DuPage accounting students tied Northern Illinois University for first place at a recent PricewaterhouseCoopers Challenge case competition.
View moreCOD Offers New Automotive Service Management Certificate Program
Thursday, December 15, 2016Students will gain skills for management positions within the automotive industry through the new Automotive Service Management Certificate program.
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C-Arm Unit Gives Students Hands-On Training
Wednesday, December 14, 2016COD Radiography students now have access to even more high-tech equipment.
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COD Offers Eye Care Assistant Program
Tuesday, December 13, 2016The new Eye Care Assistant Certificate program will students for entry-level positions as ophthalmology and optometric assistants.
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COD Opens 'Fuel' Food Pantry to Help Fight Food Insecurity on Campus
Friday, December 09, 2016COD student Kristina Clancy marked the official opening of the College's Fuel Pantry during a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by COD students, faculty and staff.
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College of DuPage Board Chairman, Students Celebrate the Holidays at Elmhurst Tree Lighting
Friday, December 09, 2016The College sponsored one of the dozens of trees on display to commemorate COD's 50th anniversary year. Chartered in 1965 and opening its doors in 1967, College of DuPage was originally formed from 10 high school districts.
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COD, NIU Announce Comprehensive Guaranteed Admission Agreement
Tuesday, December 06, 2016A new partnership between College of DuPage and Northern Illinois University provides guaranteed admission for COD students to a broad range of study areas at NIU.
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College of DuPage Offers New Sustainable Urban Agriculture Program
Monday, December 05, 2016The new Sustainable Urban Agriculture degree and certificate program uses a hands-on approach to help students become professionals in urban farming.
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COD Offers Landscape Management Degree
Monday, November 28, 2016The new Landscape Contracting and Management degree will prepare graduates to design, implement and maintain landscape projects in horticulture-related careers.
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COD Builds World-Class Electronics Trainers
Friday, November 25, 2016Funded through a Perkins Grant, eight state-of-the-art electronic controls trainers were recently designed by HVACR Program Coordinator Bob Clark and constructed by COD instructors and students.
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Surgical Technology Program Receives Award
Monday, November 21, 2016COD has received the annual merit award from the NBSTSA for achieving at least a 90 percent pass rate.
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McAninch Arts Center Celebrations 30 'MACnificent' Years
Monday, November 21, 2016College officials, MAC staff as well as ensemble directors, student performers and auxiliary groups gathered to recognize the continued contributions and legacy of the McAninch Arts Center.
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ACCT Taps Frank Napolitano for Public Policy Committee
Thursday, November 17, 2016College of DuPage Board of Trustees Secretary Frank Napolitano has been named to the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Public Policy and Advocacy Committee.
View moreCOD Accounting Students Tie for First Place at Prestigious Accounting Competition
Tuesday, November 15, 2016A team of College of DuPage accounting students tied Northern Illinois University for first place at a recent PricewaterhouseCoopers Challenge case competition.
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COD History Professor Shares 'COD at 50' History Presentation
Monday, November 14, 2016COD History Professor Dr. William Benton Whisenhunt recently presented a program on the College's 50-year history at the Glen Ellyn Historical Society.
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COD Awarded $650,000 to Support STEM Education
Monday, November 14, 2016COD was recently awarded a $650,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to support STEM education at the College.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Eye Care Assistant Certificate Program
Friday, November 11, 2016Students earning the new Eye Care Assistant Certificate program will gain the skills for entry-level positions as ophthalmology and optometric assistants.
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COD Offers Construction Management Certificate
Friday, November 04, 2016The new Construction Management certificate program offers students a stackable credential that they can use to pursue career opportunities.
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Student Learns About Sustainable Energy in Belize
Wednesday, November 02, 2016COD student Matt Rohde, with HVACR Program Coordinator Bob Clark, recently visited Belize for hands-on work with sustainable energy.
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Kathy Cabai Receives ASATT 2016 Region 4 Educational Award
Wednesday, October 26, 2016Kathy Cabai, Coordinator and Professor of the Surgical Assisting and Anesthesia Technology programs, has received the Region 4 Educational Award from the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians.
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COD Grad Combines Business, Philanthropy
Wednesday, October 19, 2016Laura Pekarik’s Courageous Bakery and Café in Elmhurst is home to Cupcakes for Courage, where a portion of the proceeds go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and other local nonprofits.
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COD Offers Power Equipment Certificate
Monday, October 17, 2016Students earning the new Power Equipment and Technology certificate at College of DuPage will gain skills to work in the outdoor power equipment industry.
View moreOn-Campus C-Arm Gives Radiography Students State-of-the-Art Training
Friday, October 07, 2016Students in the College's Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography (DMIR) program now have access to even more high-tech equipment with the recent purchase of a Model C Arm Fluoroscopic Unit.
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COD Partners with Midwestern University's Chicago College of Pharmacy
Friday, September 30, 2016Midwestern University's Chicago College of Pharmacy recently established an early assurance program with College of DuPage.
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COD's DEI Grant to Help Students with Disabilities
Thursday, September 29, 2016COD recently received a grant through the Disability Employment Initiative designed to provide training and employment skills to individuals with disabilities.
View moreIllinois Auditor General Releases COD Audit
Wednesday, September 28, 2016The report makes 19 recommendations, ranging from defining the fiduciary responsibilities of trustees to changing the operation of investment activity.
View moreCOD Offers New Landscape Contracting and Management Degree
Thursday, September 22, 2016The new Landscape Contracting and Management degree will prepare graduates to design, implement and maintain landscape projects in horticulture-related careers.
View moreCOD Graduate Combines Business, Philanthropy for Winning Recipe
Wednesday, September 14, 2016Laura Pekarik's Courageous Bakery and Café is home to Cupcakes for Courage, where a portion of the proceeds go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the Ride Janie Ride Foundation and other local nonprofit organizations.
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CT Students Hired Before Program Completion
Thursday, September 08, 2016The majority of students in COD's Computed Tomography Certificate program were hired while still completing the program.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Power Equipment and Technology Certificate
Wednesday, August 31, 2016Students earning the new Power Equipment and Technology certificate will gain skills to work in the outdoor power equipment industry.
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COD Grad Takes Deep-Ocean Dive
Monday, August 29, 2016Julianne Fernandez recently dove deep into the Atlantic Ocean aboard a high-tech submergence vehicle to which few have access.
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COD Celebrates Investiture of President Dr. Ann Rondeau
Tuesday, August 23, 2016College of DuPage welcomed Dr. Ann Rondeau as the College's sixth president during a recent investiture ceremony.
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COD Board Approves Participation in CAREER Consortium
Tuesday, August 23, 2016The COD Board of Trustees recently approved the College's participation in the CAREER consortium, which provides expanded educational services with 28 other community colleges in Illinois.
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New Foundations of Data Science Certificate
Monday, August 22, 2016The new Foundations of Data Science certificate program prepares students for careers in data analysis fields while providing cross-training for employees who want a sought-after skills set.
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New Paraprofessional in Education Certificate
Thursday, August 18, 2016The Paraprofessional in Education certificate program at COD prepares students to become teaching assistants in K-12 schools.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Construction Management Certificate
Monday, August 15, 2016The new Construction Management certificate program offers students a stackable credential that they can use to pursue career opportunities.
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Accounting Class Adds QuickBooks Certification
Friday, August 12, 2016COD's Accounting with QuickBooks class has been redesigned to include QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification beginning this fall.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Foundations of Data Science Certificate
Wednesday, August 10, 2016The new Foundations of Data Science certificate program prepares students for careers in data analysis fields while providing cross-training for employees who want a sought-after skills set.
View moreCollege of DuPage Offers New Paraprofessional in Education Certificate
Thursday, August 04, 2016The new Paraprofessional in Education certificate program at College of DuPage prepares students to become teaching assistants in K-12 schools.
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Interior Design Program Receives Reaccreditation from NKBA
Thursday, July 14, 2016The Interior Design program at College of DuPage has received seven-year reaccreditation from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
View moreNew President Shares Vision for COD
Tuesday, July 12, 2016New COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau shares her vision for College of DuPage in a video interview.
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COD Offers New Fund Development Certificate
Wednesday, June 08, 2016The Fund Development in Human Services certificate will provide students with the skills needed to pursue a successful career in fundraising.
View moreBoard Approves Contract for New President
Thursday, May 05, 2016The College of DuPage Board of Trustees approved a contract for new President Dr. Ann Rondeau during a May 5 Special Board Meeting.
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COD Offers Interactive Media Degree
Wednesday, March 02, 2016The new degree combines courses from three programs to prepare students to develop web sites, digital interfaces and other interactive applications.
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