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COD to Host Cosmetology Information Session in Addison Oct. 18 and 22
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
College of DuPage will hold two information sessions for the Cosmetology program on Tuesday, Oct. 18, and Saturday, Oct. 22.
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COD to Host Free Junior/Senior Night for H.S. Students and Parents Oct. 25
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
College of DuPage will host a Junior/Senior Night for high school students and their parents from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25.
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COD to Host 'Astronomy Frontiers' Presentation Oct. 15
Tuesday, September 27, 2016
College of DuPage will host "Astronomy Frontiers: 25 Years Ago and 25 Years from Now" from 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15.
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COD to Host 'Be the Boss: Conquering the Business Battlefield' Conference Nov. 1
Monday, September 26, 2016
College of DuPage will host a "Be the Boss: Conquering the Business Battlefield" conference on Tuesday, Nov.1.
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Veterans Experience Unique Course in Rockies
Sunday, September 25, 2016
During a new College of DuPage class, veterans explored concepts of leadership, conflict management and personal development while backpacking through the Rockies.
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College of DuPage Veterans Gain Internship Experience at Fermilab
Friday, September 23, 2016
An innovative internship program is giving College of DuPage students who are veterans a chance to gain valuable work experience at Fermilab.
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Record Crowds Enjoy Food, Fitness and Music at 2016 COD Food Truck Rally/Sunset 5K
Friday, September 23, 2016
Held Sept. 17, the Food Truck Rally & Sunset 5K featured tasty treats from 15 vendors, including COD's Culinary program, kids games, "touch-a-truck" and ice sculpting before runners took to COD's grounds for a scenic sunset 5K. Local favorite Tributosaurus closed out the evening in a performance at the Lakeside Pavilion.
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Graduate Elected as IBHE Member
Friday, September 23, 2016
Stephanie Torres has been elected as the new student member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
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College of DuPage Student Enjoys Summer Chemistry Internship in Croatia
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Marco Hartnett gained valuable experience working in his own lab space during a summer chemistry internship at the University of Split in Croatia.
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COD Offers New Landscape Contracting and Management Degree
Thursday, September 22, 2016
The 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 to Host Natural Resources Symposium Oct. 27
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
College of DuPage will host a free Natural Resources Symposium from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Oct. 27.
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COD to Host Energy Film Festival
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
College of DuPage will host a series of three free film screenings focused on energy this fall.
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COD to Host College Fair Oct. 18
Monday, September 19, 2016
College of DuPage will host a free College Fair from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18.
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COD to Host Free Senior Citizen Advocacy Workshop Oct. 20
Monday, September 19, 2016
Continuing Education at College of DuPage will host a free seminar designed to inform seniors on sources of advocacy for seniors.
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COD Financial Assistance Office Hosts 'Life Happens'
Friday, September 16, 2016
COD students took part in "Life Happens!," an interactive event designed to help students become financially knowledgeable.
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Female Volunteers Needed for Free Ultrasounds at College of DuPage
Friday, September 16, 2016
The Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography program is seeking pregnant and non-pregnant volunteers to participate in free afternoon scanning sessions this fall.
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COD Offers New 'How the Universe Works' Class Oct. 14
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
The College of DuPage Continuing Education department is offering a new "How the Universe Works" class this fall.
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COD Graduate Combines Business, Philanthropy for Winning Recipe
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Laura 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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Prairie Light Review Accepting Submissions for Fall 2016 Issue
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
COD's award-winning art and literary magazine, The Prairie Light Review, is now accepting submissions for the 39^th volume of the magazine.
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COD Student Learns About Sustainable Energy in Belize
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
COD student Matt Rohde, with HVACR Program Coordinator Bob Clark, recently visited Belize for hands-on work with sustainable energy.
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Japanese Students Visit COD Dental Hygiene Program
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Ten dental hygiene students from Kobe Tokiwa College in Japan recently toured the Dental Hygiene program facilities at College of DuPage.
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Career/Ed Planning Session for ITT Students
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
COD will host an 'Educational and Career Planning' opportunity on Thursday, Sept. 22, for individuals adversely affected by the recent ITT Tech closing.
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College of DuPage Women's Tennis Opens 2016 Season Strong
Monday, September 12, 2016
The Lady Chaparral netters dominated their 2016 season opener, besting McHenry 9-0 at their Sept. 8 match-up. they next host Sauk Valley in their home opener at 3:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16.
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Graduate Elected as IBHE Student Member
Monday, September 12, 2016
College of DuPage graduate Stephanie Torres of Naperville has been elected as the new student member of the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE).
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COD Football Honors Military at Armed Forces Bowl Sept. 24
Friday, September 09, 2016
The day's events include the presentation of colors by the East Aurora High School NJROTC and a half-time performance by the East Aurora drill team and the Navy Band Great Lakes .
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COD Continuing Education Hosts 'Sage Series' Lectures this Fall
Thursday, September 08, 2016
Continuing Education at College of DuPage will host "Sage Series" lectures this fall on the College's Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd.
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COD to Host Free Lecture on Einstein's Theory of Relativity
Thursday, September 08, 2016
College of DuPage will host a free lecture on Einstein's Theory of Relativity from 7:30 to 9 pm. on Saturday, Sept. 17.
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College of DuPage Hosts 2016 Spirit Week, Homecoming Game
Thursday, September 08, 2016
Homecoming week activities will be held at the College Monday, Sept. 26, through Friday, Sept. 30, as students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members will have the opportunity to participate in various events and contests to promote COD pride.
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CT Students Hired Before Program Completion
Thursday, September 08, 2016
The majority of students in COD's Computed Tomography Certificate program were hired while still completing the program.
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College of DuPage Hosts Meet and Greet for CCI Program Students
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
Sixteen international students from the Community College Initiative Program recently gathered to celebrate the program and meet their "social hosts."
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COD Continues 50-Year Anniversary Celebration with Performance by Mucca Pazza
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
Eclectic Chicago-based marching band Mucca Pazza recently performed in a parade and concert at College of DuPage.
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COD Instructor Receives Prestigious International Philosophy Award
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
COD Philosophy Instructor Dr. James Magrini was recently awarded the Dr. Michael Oliker Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Philosophy of Education.
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College of DuPage, Easter Seals Present Photo Exhibition Oct. 27
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
For 17 years students from the College's Photography program have captured the daily lives of Easter Seals clients as a semester final project. Following the reception, resulting images are displayed in Easter Seals' lobby for one year. The free reception will feature images of Easter Seals clients taken by COD students as part of their semester final projects.
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Veterans Experience Unique, Adventure-Based Course by COD in the Rockies
Wednesday, September 07, 2016
During a new College of DuPage class, veterans explored concepts of leadership, conflict management and personal development while backpacking through the Rockies.
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ITC Manager Brings ExporTech to Illinois
Tuesday, September 06, 2016
Local companies are gaining the knowledge to create strong export plans through ExporTech, offered for the first time in Illinois thanks to COD's Zach Person.
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COD Counseling to Host Series of Free Workshops this Fall
Friday, September 02, 2016
The Counseling and Advising Services office is hosting a series of free workshops from Wednesday, Sept. 14, to Thursday, Nov. 17.
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Former Students to Visit College of DuPage at Free Writers Read Event Oct. 13
Thursday, September 01, 2016
Former COD students Eboo Patel and Leigh Stein will read and discuss their work during "Writers Read" on Thursday, Oct. 13.
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COD Students Creating Culinary Delights for Lunch, Dinner and the Market
Thursday, September 01, 2016
College of DuPage students are serving up culinary creations this fall in Waterleaf and the Culinary Market.
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Applications Now Accepted for Spring and Summer 2017 Scholarships
Thursday, September 01, 2016
Students can now apply for the spring and summer 2017 College of DuPage Foundation Scholarships.
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COD Women's Volleyball Team Defeat Joliet, Gear Up for Season Home Opener
Thursday, September 01, 2016
gearing up for its home opener against Milwaukee Area Tech at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, in the Physical Education Center Arena. COD's squad finished 13-11 last season. The team won both its contests against Milwaukee Tech last season.
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College of DuPage September 'Images' Highlights 50th Anniversary Celebration, Distinguished Alum Ted Raspiller
Thursday, September 01, 2016
Each month, Images highlights the personalities, news and curriculum of a vibrant College of DuPage campus. The show airs on 13 area cable television stations.

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College of DuPage Offers New Power Equipment and Technology Certificate
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Students earning the new Power Equipment and Technology certificate will gain skills to work in the outdoor power equipment industry.
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College of DuPage Kicks Off 50th Anniversary Celebration with Concert, Fireworks
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
To celebrate its 50^th anniversary and its continued service to the residents of District 502, greater DuPage County and beyond, the College will host several on- and off-campus events to highlight the institution's robust history and continued service to students and District 502 residents over the past half-century.
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COD MPTV Students Gain Real-World Experience
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Sixteen students from the COD Motion Picture/Television program gained crucial real-world experience while interning for WCIU's satirical news show WTF News America this summer.
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COD Grad Takes Deep-Ocean Dive
Monday, August 29, 2016
Julianne Fernandez recently dove deep into the Atlantic Ocean aboard a high-tech submergence vehicle to which few have access.
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COD Students Celebrate Start of Fall 2016 Semester
Friday, August 26, 2016
Free burgers from Student Life and music from Chicago area DJs Stylz and Roman helped kick off the term as College faculty and staff welcomed more than 24,000 students to campus. Registration is still available for a 12-week term that begins Sept. 13, as well as a second eight-week session that starts Oct. 13.
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College of DuPage Cross-Country Opens Season Aug. 27
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Members of the College of DuPage men's and women's cross-country team are busy in the classroom and on the pavement this week as they welcome the start of the fall 2016 semester and their first meet of the season.
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COD Kicks Off 50th with Free Concert
Wednesday, August 24, 2016
COD kicks off its 50th anniversary with a free concert by "Chicago" tribute band Brass Transit at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26, at the MAC Lakeside Pavilion.
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COD President Keynotes Veterans Day at Illinois State Fair
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau (center) recently received a proclamation from Gov. Bruce Rauner and Erica Jeffries, Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (left), at the Veterans Day celebration at the Illinois State Fair.
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COD Celebrates Investiture of President Dr. Ann Rondeau
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
College 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, 2016
The 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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College of DuPage to Host 'Writing on the Edge' Conference Sept. 24
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
College of DuPage will host "Writing on the Edge: Innovation from the Outside In" from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24.
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Chaparral Football Preps for 2016-2017 Season, Special Recognition Games
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
The team, which was very strong on the road and at home last season, averaged 37 points per game and accrued 2,232 passing and 1,522 rushing yards. Coming into this year, Head Coach Matt Foster said he plans to retain much of his offensive line but is building his defense with several new players.
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New Foundations of Data Science Certificate
Monday, August 22, 2016
The 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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Manufacturing Program Awarded $20,000 Grant
Friday, August 19, 2016
The Manufacturing Technology program at College of DuPage recently received a $20,000 grant from the Gene Haas Foundation.
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New Paraprofessional in Education Certificate
Thursday, August 18, 2016
The Paraprofessional in Education certificate program at COD prepares students to become teaching assistants in K-12 schools.
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COD Engineering Club Honored by Congressman Peter Roskam for NASA Robotics Competition Entry
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Students, along with College President Dr. Ann Rondeau, Engineering Assistant Professor Scott Banjavcic and HVACR Assistant Professor Bob Clark, met with Congressman Peter Roskam to discuss the institution's successes and demonstrate the team's robot.
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COD Offers Physical Security and Asset Protection Class Sept. 22
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
College of DuPage is offering a new Physical Security and Asset Protection class on Sept. 22
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COD BNA Program Achieves 100 Percent Pass Rate
Tuesday, August 16, 2016
COD Students in the Basic Nursing Assistant program achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the Illinois state Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) exams offered in 2016.
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College of DuPage Offers New Construction Management Certificate
Monday, August 15, 2016
The 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, 2016
COD's Accounting with QuickBooks class has been redesigned to include QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification beginning this fall.
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COD Offers 'Living Well' Series this Fall for Community Members Over 50
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
College of DuPage is offering "Living Well," a series of programs designed to meet the needs of community members age 50 and over.
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COD President to Provide Keynote at State Fair
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau will provide the keynote address at this year's Veterans Day at the Illinois State Fair.
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COD Offers Classes for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
College of DuPage is offering a series of classes aimed at young adults with developmental disabilities through its Reach Out program.
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College of DuPage Offers New Foundations of Data Science Certificate
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
The 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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COD Hosts Mass Casualty Incident Simulation
Monday, August 08, 2016
COD recently hosted a large-scale, "multi-casualty" incident simulation that included a collaboration between College participants, Central DuPage Hospital and local first responders.
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Students Design, Build Gathering Pavilion
Friday, August 05, 2016
Seven COD Architecture students have turned their vision into reality after designing, building and installing a gathering pavilion on campus.
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College of DuPage Offers New Paraprofessional in Education Certificate
Thursday, August 04, 2016
The new Paraprofessional in Education certificate program at College of DuPage prepares students to become teaching assistants in K-12 schools.
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COD Awarded DEI Grant to Assist Students with Disabilities
Tuesday, August 02, 2016
COD recently received a grant through the Disability Employment Initiative designed to provide training and employment skills to individuals with disabilities.
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Architecture Student Wins First in Competition
Monday, August 01, 2016
More than 100 students from 13 community colleges in 10 states participated in the competition, which is open to first- and second-year architecture students.
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College of DuPage Celebrates 50 Years of Changing Lives
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Continuing its year-long celebration of its 50^th anniversary, College of DuPage officials recently held a reunion at Plymouth Place retirement community in La Grange with former COD staff, faculty and key community members in the College's formation.

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The MAC Hosts Encores of National Theatre Live's International Series Broadcasts for 2016-2017 Season
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Part of the U.K.'s National Theatre's groundbreaking project, the broadcasts bring a selection of world class, award-winning British theater productions to local venues around the world.
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COD Student Selected to Compete in Sampaguita Scholarship Competition
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
College of DuPage graphic design student Alpha Sadcopen has been selected to compete in the Sampaguita Scholarship Competition.
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Nursing Grad Receives Pin from Father's Nurse
Monday, July 25, 2016
When Kelly Procek recently graduated from the Nursing program, she received her pin from a flight nurse in Wisconsin who cared for her father.
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Former Student Receives Fulbright to Sweden
Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Former College of DuPage student Alexis Reisch has received a Fulbright U.S. Student Program grant to study neuroscience in Sweden.
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College of DuPage Announces Scholars Award Recipients
Monday, July 18, 2016
College of DuPage has announced 129 incoming students as Scholars Award recipients for fall 2016.
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COD Faculty Externships a Valuable Experience
Monday, July 18, 2016
COD faculty members gained valuable professional and educational experiences through the Perkins Faculty Externship program.
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Interior Design Program Receives Reaccreditation from NKBA
Thursday, July 14, 2016
The Interior Design program at College of DuPage has received seven-year reaccreditation from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).
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New President Shares Vision for COD
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
New COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau shares her vision for College of DuPage in a video interview.
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COD Students Participate in Prestigious Internships
Monday, July 11, 2016
COD students Olivia Barron and Robert Hickok are serving internships at IIT and gaining invaluable real-world experiences.
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COD Seeking Host Families for German Exchange Students
Thursday, July 07, 2016
COD is seeking school-year hosts for German participants of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals (CBYX).
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COD Celebrates July 4 in Glen Ellyn Parade
Thursday, July 07, 2016
COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau, Board of Trustees members and COD athletes, students, faculty and staff participated in Glen Ellyn's July 4th parade.
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Board of Trustees Honors Interim President Joseph Collins
Tuesday, July 05, 2016
The Board of Trustees unanimously passed a resolution thanking Dr. Joseph Collins for his tenure as Acting Interim President of the College since May 2015.
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Greetings from President Dr. Ann Rondeau
Tuesday, July 05, 2016
New COD President Dr. Ann Rondeau sends a greeting to the College and general community as the sixth president of College of DuPage.
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Students Participate in Chemistry Internships
Friday, July 01, 2016
Five COD students are participating in prestigious summer chemistry research internships through the Resource for Excellence Grant program.
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COD Architecture Student Wins First Prize in Design Competition
Thursday, June 30, 2016
College of DuPage Architecture student Matthew Ziemer recently earned the top prize at the second annual Coalition of Community College Architectures Programs student design competition.
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COD Offers Intercultural Communication Course this Fall
Thursday, June 30, 2016
This 12-week course is directly transferable as an elective at several Illinois four-year colleges and universities, including Eastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, Urbana and UIC.
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Student Selected as ICCB Advisory Committee Rep
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Ugne Narbutaite has been selected as the student representative for the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Student Advisory Committee.
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COD Student Awarded Leadership Scholarship
Monday, June 27, 2016
Diane Rose Aspuria is the first COD student to receive a "Leadership Pipeline" scholarship at North Central College.
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Board of Trustees Approves FY 2017 Budget
Thursday, June 23, 2016
The Board approved the budget based on the premise that the tuition rate and operating tax levy would be kept flat for the second year in a row.
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COD Hosts Mock Crime Scene for Glendale Heights Junior Police Campers
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Campers learned to dust for fingerprints and assess evidence at the HEC's 4,300 square-foot, full-scale immersive street scene. The "investigators" examined the crime scene, collected and labeled evidence, and documented their findings as part of the exercise.
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COD Students Compete in NASA Robotics Competition
Monday, June 20, 2016
For the second year in a row, COD was one of only two community colleges invited to participate in the 2016 NASA Robotics Mining Competition.
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Service Learning Project Becomes Career
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Former College of DuPage student Glenn Perricone embarked on a service learning project at COD and discovered a career.
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McAninch Arts Center Announces 30th Anniversary Season
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
Highlights of MAC's 2016-2017 Season include "Stephen Schwartz and Friends," Grammy Award-winners Herb Alpert and Lani Hall, Grammy Award-winning American singer and keyboardist Bruce Hornsby and Grammy Award-winner Wynonna Judd.
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Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Celebrates 30 years, Returns to the MAC for 2016-2017 Season
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
The professional equity company will resume its place as the MAC's resident theater company, performing "Don't Dress for Dinner," "Good People" and "Improbable Fiction."
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Partnership Combines Cooking With Healing
Monday, June 13, 2016
Culinary Arts and Alexian Brothers Hospice are combining cooking instruction with support for people moving past the death of their spouses.
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COD Offers Certified Personal Training Program
Thursday, June 09, 2016
COD is offering a Certified Personal Training program aimed at individuals interested in a career in the growing field of fitness.
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COD Offers New Fund Development Certificate
Wednesday, June 08, 2016
The Fund Development in Human Services certificate will provide students with the skills needed to pursue a successful career in fundraising.
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Two COD Softball Players Named to Division III All-American Team
Tuesday, June 07, 2016
College of DuPage Lady Chaparral freshman softball players Rachel Martin and Marjorie Sloan have been named to the National Fast Pitch Coaches Association National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division III All-American Team.
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COD Student Awarded "Leadership Pipeline" Scholarship to North Central College
Tuesday, June 07, 2016
Diane Rose Aspuria is the first COD student to receive a "Leadership Pipeline" scholarship at North Central College in Naperville.
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COD, NIU Announce Articulation Agreement for Bachelor of Science in Technology Degree
Monday, June 06, 2016
A new articulation agreement enables COD students to complete 30 hours of NIU course work with COD courses to earn a B.S. degree in Technology from NIU with an emphasis in Applied Manufacturing Technology.
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COD Online Program Among Largest in Illinois
Monday, June 06, 2016
According to a report from Illinois Virtual Campus, the online learning program at COD has the highest enrollment of any community college or public university in Illinois.
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COD Students Compete in NASA Robotic Mining Competition
Thursday, June 02, 2016
College of DuPage was one of only two community colleges invited to participate in the 2016 NASA Robotic Mining Competition.
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COD Student Selected to Study Abroad Through CBYX Program
Thursday, June 02, 2016
Todd Jelinek will spend the next year studying and working in Germany as part of the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals program.
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Anesthesia Technology Receives Accreditation
Thursday, June 02, 2016
The Anesthesia Technology program is only the third program of its kind in the country to receive accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
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COD Cosmetology Students Win SkillsUSA Illinois Championships
Wednesday, June 01, 2016
Cosmetology students Gina Steiner and Caitlin Irwin took first place at the SkillsUSA Illinois Championships and will travel to the national competition in June.
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COD Celebrates 24th Annual GED Commencement
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
The College, which became a DuPage County GED testing site in 1997, offers a range of services to help adults earn a GED certificate. These resources have helped thousands of adults complete their high school education.
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COD Fashion Students Earn Honors During Annual Fashion Show
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Five Fashion Studies students at College of DuPage earned honors during the standing-room-only fashion show "Kaleidoscopic."
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COD Offers Path to CPA Certification
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
The Advanced Accounting certificate program prepares students to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination administered by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
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COD Outstanding Divisional Faculty Members and Advisors for 2015-2016
Friday, May 27, 2016
Twenty faculty members and advisers have been recognized as the 2015-2016 Outstanding Divisional Faculty Members and Outstanding Advisors at College of DuPage.
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College of DuPage Celebrates 49th Commencement
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
College of DuPage recently celebrated its 49th annual Commencement, with more than 630 students receiving their diplomas during the ceremony.
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COD Faculty Member Named Next Generation Indie Book Finalist
Monday, May 23, 2016
Trina Sotirakopulos and her co-editor Michelle Duster were honored in the Women's Issues category for their work, "Shifts: An Anthology of Women's Growth Through Change."
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Pliego, Hlinsky 2016 Outstanding Graduates
Monday, May 23, 2016
Ana Pliego of Wheaton and Dianne Hlinsky of Downers Grove are the 2016 Outstanding Graduates at College of DuPage.
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Rakas Is Outstanding Adjunct Faculty
Friday, May 20, 2016
Erika Rakas, adjunct Speech Communications faculty and lecturer, has been named the College Overall Outstanding Part-Time Faculty Member.
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COD Art Students Share Talents at School on Chicago's South Side
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Continuing her efforts to use art as a learning tool and to inspire youth, COD Professor Jennifer Hereth and her painting classes recently shared their talents with students at Kwame Nkrumah Academy on Chicago's South Side.
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COD Celebrates Student Academic Excellence
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
The annual "Celebration of Academic Excellence" recognizes the 2015-2016 Honors and Scholars Awards recipients.
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Cabai Named Overall Outstanding Faculty
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Kathy Cabai, professor and coordinator of the Surgical Technology program, has been named the Overall Outstanding Faculty Member.
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COD Football Celebrates Academic Success, NFL Hopefuls
Monday, May 16, 2016
The coaching staff recently celebrated 15 players who are members of the program's Champions Club, which recognizes students for their academic success. All 15 members completed the academic year with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, with the two highest earning a perfect 4.0.
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College of DuPage Hosts Celebration for Engineering Pathways Participants
Monday, May 16, 2016
The Engineering department at College of DuPage recently hosted a reception to celebrate and recognize students in the College's Engineering Pathways program.
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College of DuPage Interior Design Student Earns RED Award
Friday, May 13, 2016
Sara Venecek earned The Michelle Roberts Student Award during the IIDA's professional design competition, the Recognizing Exemplary Design (RED) Awards.
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Cappetta Receives IMACC Excellence Award
Friday, May 13, 2016
Mathematics Professor Robert Cappetta has received the Illinois Mathematics Association of Community Colleges Teaching Excellence Award.
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2015-2016 COD Student Life Awards Annual Celebration
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
The Office of Student Life at College of DuPage recently hosted a celebration to announce the winners of this year's Student Life Awards.
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WDCB Expands Frequency to Reach Greater Audience
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
WDCB 90.9 FM, which has served Chicagoland for 39 years, has added a second signal at 90.7FM.
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Hundreds of High School Students Participate in 2016 COD Engineering Olympics
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
More than 200 students from 20 high schools within District 502 participated in the event, designed for students interested in engineering careers.
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COD Photography Program Hosts Second Annual 'Exposed' Showcase
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Hundreds of guests turned out to view the works of College of DuPage Photography students and local high school students at "Exposed," the COD Photography program's second annual student showcase.
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Escamilla Enjoys New Role as Student Trustee
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Luzelena Escamilla wants to learn more about how a college works in her new role as Student Trustee on the College of DuPage Board of Trustees.
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College of DuPage Radiography Students 2016 Scholar Bowl State Champs
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
COD was one of 11 teams in the competition which tested in various categories, including: Radiation Protection and Biology; Equipment Operation& Quality Control; Image Production & Evaluation; Radiographic Procedures; and Patient Care & Education.
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COD Students Compete at 29th Annual UIUC Robotics Competition
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
For the fourth consecutive year, COD's Engineering Club was the only team from a two-year school to compete in the Midwestern Robotics Design Competition.
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Approximately 2,000 Attend COD's Inaugural STEM-CON Event
Monday, May 09, 2016
Approximately 2,000 community members celebrated science, technology, engineering and math at COD's inaugural STEM-CON event.
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Dr. Ann Rondeau Visits with COD Employees
Monday, May 09, 2016
Dr. Rondeau toured campus, stopping by several classrooms to speak with students.

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'Writers Read Emerging Voices' Showcase Draws More Than 150
Monday, May 09, 2016
More than 150 people attended the "Writers Read Emerging Voices" creative writing winners' showcase.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Student Writing at "See Writing Differently" 2016
Monday, May 09, 2016
Students from College of DuPage composition courses showcases visual representations of their written works at the inaugural "See Writing Differently: A Celebration of Student Writing." Presentations include websites, podcasts, PowerPoint presentations, posters, brochures, videos and art created in conjunction with written works.
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Board Approves Contract for New President
Thursday, May 05, 2016
The 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 Students Learn About Real-Life Finance at Recent 'Life Happens'
Thursday, May 05, 2016
During the free program, nearly 120 students completed interactive activities mirroring the ups and downs of real-life financial situations, including the selection of careers, marital status, children and lifestyle choices.
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COD Board Selects Dr. Ann Rondeau as New President
Monday, May 02, 2016
The COD Board of Trustees selected Dr. Ann Rondeau to serve as the College's sixth president starting July 1, 2016.
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COD Online Program Listed as Having Highest Enrollment in Illinois Among Community Colleges and Public Universities
Monday, May 02, 2016
The online learning program at COD has the highest enrollment of any community college or public university in Illinois.
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Cupcake Wars at COD Raises Funds for Food Bank
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
College of DuPage recently hosted a cupcake baking competition, raising $400 for the Northern Illinois Food Bank. A total of nine teams presented their best cupcakes, which they sold to guests in the College's cafeteria.
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DuPage County ACT-SO Gold Winners Advance to National Competition
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Twelve students were awarded gold medals in 14 categories at this year's DuPage ACT-SO Awards.
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COD Celebrates First Computer Science 3+1 Grads
Monday, April 25, 2016
Five students were included in the first graduating class and interest continues to grow in this thriving field.
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Deanne Mazzochi Named New COD Board Chairman
Friday, April 22, 2016
Deanne Mazzochi is the new COD Board Chairman. David Olsen is the Vice Chairman and Frank Napolitano is the Board Secretary.
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College of DuPage Forensics Team Earn Medals in 2016 National Tournament
Friday, April 22, 2016
Five members of the College of DuPage Forensics Team earned medals at the 2016 Phi Tho Pi National Tournament held April 5 to 9 in Costa Mesa, Calif.
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COD, District 33 Offer Dual-Language Program
Thursday, April 21, 2016
To better serve students and their families, West Chicago District 33 educators, administrators and staff members are working with COD to complete Spanish courses.
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Warm Weather Draws 300 for Weather Balloon Launch
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Attendees were able to view the balloon's data and watch the flight path in real-time via Google Maps and see a three-dimensional rendering of the flight path and altitude trajectory.
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College of DuPage Celebrates 2016 Retirees
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Honorees include Linda Elaine, Ellen Sutton, Joyce Fletcher, Clyde Cox, Robert Cappetta, Daniel Lloyd, David Chu, Joyce Holte, Donald Kates, Daniel Kies, Therese McGinnis, Lorraine Terry and Daisy Utria.
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CODCON XXI Gaming Convention at College of DuPage Draws Record Numbers
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
More than 400 people recently attended the COD Sci-Fi/Fantasy Club's 21st annual gaming convention "CODCON XXI: Down the Rabbit Hole."
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COD Horticulture Students Compete in National Collegiate Landscape Competition
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Six Horticulture students represented College of DuPage and competed this year in 16 of the 28 events at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition at Mississippi State University.
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2016 Carter D. Carroll Excellence in History Award Winners
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Marissa Ferreri (first place) and Jessica Lee (second place) eanred this year's Carter D. Carroll Excellence in History Award.
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COD/National Louis Partner for Criminal Justice
Sunday, April 10, 2016
COD and National Louis University have announced a new Enhanced 2+2 Articulation Agreement for students to earn a B.A. in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Administration degree.
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Former Student's Film to Premiere at N.C. Festival
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Margaret Byrne's latest project, the feature-length film "Raising Bertie," will have its world premiere at the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival.
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MPTV Professor Tony Venezia Named Adobe Education Leader
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Tony Venezia, Professor of Motion Picture/Television at College of DuPage, has been selected to serve a new two-year term as an Adobe Education Leader.
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Forensics Team Places Third at State Tourney
Friday, March 25, 2016
The College of DuPage Forensics Team finished third in the two-year division at the recent Illinois Intercollegiate Forensics Association tournament.
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COD and Willowbrook High School Students Celebrate 2016 'Paint It Black'
Thursday, March 24, 2016
College of DuPage Theater student Katya Pospisil strikes a pose for budding photographers during the 2016 "Paint It Black" session in the lobby of the College's McAninch Arts Center.
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COD Students to Present at Prestigious Conference
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
College of DuPage students have been selected to present at the Society for Applied Anthropology Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Local High School Students Hone Skills at Invitational Floral Design Event
Thursday, March 17, 2016
Approximately 70 students were challenged to recreate arrangements and corsages from provided images.
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COD and National Louis Announce a New Enhanced 2+2 Articulation Agreement
Thursday, March 17, 2016
COD and National Louis University have announced a new Enhanced 2+2 Articulation Agreement for students to earn a B.A. in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Administration degree.
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COD Offers Nail Technology Certificate
Wednesday, March 16, 2016
Students in the new Nail Technology certificate program will gain skills to work as nail technicians, pedicurists, manicurists and sales representatives.
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Student Scholarships from Naperville Rotary
Monday, March 14, 2016
Danica Barnitz of Elmhurst (above) thanks the Rotary Club of Naperville Charities for a scholarship that will help her pursue a career in dentistry.
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COD Celebrates the French-Speaking World
Monday, March 14, 2016
The multicultural event featured displays on the customs of Francophone countries and treats from French-speaking countries, including Belgium, Congo, Switzerland, France, Haiti and Cameroon.
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Perkins Grant Provides Professional Development for COD Faculty
Monday, March 14, 2016
This spring, College of DuPage is providing professional development for faculty through the Perkins Faculty Externship Pilot program.
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Interior Design Students Earn First Place at ASID Charrette
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Allison Schutz and Sara Venecek earned first place in the Commercial Contract Division.
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Matt Rassier Memorial Scholarship
Tuesday, March 08, 2016
Ralph and Jan Rassier have established the Matt Rassier Memorial Scholarship through the College of DuPage Foundation to honor their son.
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COD Horticulture Students Earn Landscape Design Awards at ILCA Awards Banquet
Tuesday, March 08, 2016
Seven COD horticulture students recently earned awards for their landscape designs at the 2015 Excellence in Landscape Awards Banquet hosted by the Illinois Landscape Contractors Association.
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COD Cosmetology Salon Open for Spring Term
Monday, March 07, 2016
COD's cosmetology salon offers a full range of salon services to members of the community at a fraction of the cost of professional salons.
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COD Offers Scholarship to Adults 55 and up
Friday, March 04, 2016
The Lifelong Learning Institute at College of DuPage provides financial resources for adults 55 years of age and older.
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College of DuPage Forensics Team Captures Top Awards
Thursday, March 03, 2016
The College of DuPage Forensics Team continues to compile team and individual awards as it competes across the nation this winter.
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College of DuPage Celebrates Black History Month with an Array of Activities
Thursday, March 03, 2016
Energetic performances, thought-provoking speakers and dynamic displays were among the festivities at College of DuPage's Black History Month celebration. Events were sponsored by the College's Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion.
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Naperville Parents Establish Scholarship to Honor Late Son
Thursday, March 03, 2016
Ralph and Jan Rassier have established the Matt Rassier Memorial Scholarship through the College of DuPage Foundation to honor their son.
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COD Provides Free Adult English as a Second Language and Citizenship Classes
Wednesday, March 02, 2016
College of DuPage is offering free Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) and Citizenship programs.
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COD Offers Interactive Media Degree
Wednesday, March 02, 2016
The new degree combines courses from three programs to prepare students to develop web sites, digital interfaces and other interactive applications.
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COD Hosts Third Annual Black Student Leadership Conference
Wednesday, March 02, 2016
Approximately 260 students attended COD's third annual Black Student Leadership Conference featuring speaker Selamawi Asgedom.
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Students Win Gold at ACF Competition
Monday, February 29, 2016
Five COD culinary students took first place and earned a gold medal during the American Culinary Federation's Illinois State Competition.
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Lisle Musician Anthony Perry Wins First Place in 'Apollo Live!' Talent Competition at COD
Friday, February 26, 2016
Fine Arts student Anthony Perry from Lisle earned first place for his moving rendition of Sam Cooke's "A Change is Gonna Come" at the inaugural "Apollo Live!" Talent Competition at COD.
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COD Receives FY 2017 Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Thursday, February 25, 2016
The Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada (GFOA) recently announced that College of DuPage has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for FY 2017.
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COD Welcomes New Trustee David S. Olsen
Friday, February 19, 2016
Downers Grove resident David S. Olsen was sworn in as a new Trustee by the Honorable Judge Liam C. Brennan at COD's Feb. 18 regular Board meeting.
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College of DuPage Groups Bring Latin Groove to Valentine's Day
Thursday, February 18, 2016
More than 75 people attended a free Salsa/Merengue/Bachata dance hosted Feb. 12 by the College of DuPage Latino Ethnic Awareness Association and Casa de Amigos Spanish Club.
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COD Students Compete in SpaceX Competition
Monday, February 15, 2016
A team comprised of primarily COD Engineering students recently competed in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition.
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Alumni Display Work at Wings Student Art Gallery
Monday, February 15, 2016
Art work from three distinguished College of DuPage alumni is currently on display at the Wings Student Art Gallery on campus in Glen Ellyn.
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David S. Olsen Named New COD Board Trustee
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Dr. Lazaro Lopez, Chairman of the ICCB, has appointed David S. Olsen to fill a vacancy on the COD Board of Trustees.
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COD Cosmetology Salon Offers Services for Customers in the Community
Friday, February 12, 2016
The COD Cosmetology Program Salon, offering a full range of salon services, is now open for the spring term.
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Hundreds Turn Out for Fourth Annual COD Career Fair
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Nearly 300 job seekers attended the recent Career Fair at College of DuPage. The fourth annual event featured more than 100 employers.
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NORCOMM Offers Dispatcher Grads Tuition
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
Tuition reimbursement is available to new hires who have completed COD's 911 Dispatcher program.
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Culinary, Hospitality Programs at COD
Sunday, February 07, 2016
The Culinary, Hospitality Management and Tourism program at College of DuPage is providing crucial hands-on experience for students.
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College of DuPage Hosts Inaugural Italian Immersion Day
Wednesday, February 03, 2016
Approximately 170 Italian-American students gathered to immerse themselves in Italian language and culture during Italian Immersion Day.
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COD Forensics Team Hosts Annual 'Frank-ly Speaking' Parliamentary Debate Tournament
Tuesday, February 02, 2016
The COD Forensics team recently hosted its annual Frank-ly Speaking Parliamentary Debate Tournament, which featured 148 students on 20 teams competing in 385 events.
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COD Students in SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition
Thursday, January 28, 2016
Students from the Engineering program at COD are heading to Texas A&M University to take part in the SpaceX Hyperloop Pod Competition.
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Student Earns Scholarship Through Posse Foundation
Tuesday, January 26, 2016
Lance Williams has been accepted into the Posse Foundation's Veterans Program and will receive a full-ride scholarship to Wesleyan University.
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More than 600 Attend 21st Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast
Friday, January 22, 2016
More than 600 attended the 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast hosted by COD and Benedictine University.
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Sonography Program Receives Reaccreditation
Friday, January 22, 2016
The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs awarded continuing accreditation for the COD Sonography program.
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COD Instructor Publishes Short Story Collection
Thursday, January 14, 2016
College of DuPage English Instructor Tony Bowers recently released "On the Nine," a collection of short fiction published by Vital Narrative Press.
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Sandra Martins Associate Dean Humanities/Speech
Monday, January 11, 2016
At COD, Martins taught Spanish, directed study abroad programs and promoted global education before taking the associate dean position.
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Former Student Working in Antarctica
Thursday, January 07, 2016
Former COD student Robert Zill is spending his winter break in Antarctica as part of IceCube, the neutrino cosmology experiment.
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ABC Developing Script on Instructor's Novels
Monday, January 04, 2016
ABC Studios is picking up a drama script based upon the "Black Stiletto" novels by adjunct faculty member Raymond Benson.
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MPTV Students Produce Videos for Foundation
Friday, January 01, 2016
The College of DuPage Foundation recently received help from students in the Commercial Video Production class.
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Interior Design Grad Decorates White House
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Sheri Bolton was one of nearly 100 volunteers from 35 states selected this year to help decorate the White House for the holidays.
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CDL Program Uncommonly Successful
Monday, December 21, 2015
The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program at COD maintains a 99 percent completion rate and a 100 percent employment rate for grads.
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Event Celebrates COD Autismerica's Fifth Anniversary
Friday, December 18, 2015
Now in its fifth year, the group is designed to introduce students, community members and their parents to a wealth of resources on the Glen Ellyn campus and in the greater DuPage County area.
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HLC Places College of DuPage on Probation
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
During the probationary period, COD remains accredited.
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Educators Tour COD's HVACR Lab
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Educators, energy managers and facility directors from across the U.S. recently toured the College's state-of-the-art HVACR training labs.
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COD Alum Participates in Cyber Camp
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Josh Longmire's team placed third in the U.S. Cyber Challenge through the National Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance.
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Lee Daniels to Chair Presidential Search Team
Friday, December 11, 2015
Former Speaker of the House Lee Daniels will serve as Chairman of the College's Presidential Search Committee.
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Study Abroad Program Largest Enrollment in Nation
Thursday, December 10, 2015
College of DuPage is ranked number one nationally among community colleges offering credit for studying abroad in 2013/2014.
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Student Wins $100,000 Tuition Giveaway
Wednesday, December 09, 2015
COD student Kotryna Staputyte held her focus to win a $100,000 scholarship through the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway.
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Pathophysiology Panorama Highlights Student Work
Tuesday, December 08, 2015
Nearly 60 students from the College of DuPage Diagnostic Medical Imaging program display and discuss their work.
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COD Offers New CNC Operations Certificate
Monday, December 07, 2015
The new Computer Numeric Controlled Operations certificate program will prepare students to work in the manufacturing industry as a CNC operator.
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COD Graphic Design Students Create Prairie Triptych
Friday, December 04, 2015
Students enrolled in the Graphic Design program at COD created a display about prairielands on the campus and throughout the Midwest.
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COD Homeland Security Training Institute Signs Contract with Seven Police Agencies
Friday, December 04, 2015
The College of DuPage Homeland Security Training Institute recently signed contracts with seven regional police departments to provide highly specialized training.
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CDL Program Uncommonly Successful
Friday, December 04, 2015
The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program at COD maintains a 99 percent completion rate and a 100 percent employment rate for grads.
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COD Student Competes for $100,000 Scholarship
Monday, November 30, 2015
Kotryna Staputyte of Naperville will compete Dec. 4 for a $100,000 scholarship through the Dr. Pepper Tuition Giveaway.
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COD Honors 2015 Distinguished Alumni
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
The College of DuPage Foundation recently honored eight alumni for their outstanding achievements as part of the 2015 Distinguished Alumni Reception.

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More Than 130 Gather for Student Success Symposium
Monday, November 23, 2015
More than 130 counselors, educators, parents, policy-makers and students gathered for the "From Classroom to Career symposium.
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Courier TV Receives Two Silver Dome Awards
Monday, November 23, 2015
Two segments of Courier TV have received first and third place recognition from the 2015 Illinois Broadcast Association Student Silver Dome Awards.
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College of DuPage 2015 'Speak-Off' Winners
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Six finalists were named in this year's "Speak-Off" competition at College of DuPage.
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COD Professor Finalist for International Volunteer Award
Thursday, November 19, 2015
COD Professor Danica Hubbard of Naperville is a finalist for the 2015 IVHQ Volunteer of the Year Awards.
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COD Hosts Manufacturing and Technology Career Expo
Thursday, November 19, 2015
COD welcomed approximately 200 high school students for the fourth annual Manufacturing and Technology Career Expo.
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COD Hosts Veterans Day Celebration
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
The event featured a Colors Ceremony, visiting veterans organizations, an exhibit of artifacts from branches of the Armed Forces and the ninth annual Veterans Read-In.
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Emerging Entrepreneurs Program Seeks Mentors
Monday, November 16, 2015
College of DuPage is seeking mentors for the spring 2016 E2 Emerging Entrepreneurs Mentorship Program.
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COD Cares Serves Supper at Local Church
Friday, November 13, 2015
Sixteen COD Action Heroes served supper at the weekly Community Cares Kitchen in Downers Grove.
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Program Combines GED With Certification
Thursday, November 12, 2015
The innovative new ICAPS program helps students earn their GED and COD certificate while preparing for industry certification - at no cost.
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COD Board Paves Way for Major Change
Monday, November 09, 2015
COD is moving toward a positive future, focusing on a comprehensive list of improvements in planning, processes and procedures.
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Alum Begins Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard
Thursday, November 05, 2015
Marsela Jorgolli's passion for physics has led to a decade of academic research that continues at Harvard University as a postdoctoral fellow.
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COD Women's Soccer Win District Championship, Head to Nationals
Wednesday, November 04, 2015
The 2015 season marks the team's fourth consecutive Region IV title. The Lady Chaparral kickers' last trip to the national tournament and last national title came in 2011.
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COD, Elmhurst Announce 2+2 Philosophy Agreement
Tuesday, November 03, 2015
COD and Elmhurst College announced a new 2+2 articulation agreement for a BA in Philosophy.
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COD Instructor Publishes Fourth Novel
Friday, October 30, 2015
COD Earth Science Instructor Rick Polad recently released "Missing Boy," the fourth novel in his Spencer Manning detective series.
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Students, Alumni Catch School Spirit at 2015 Homecoming, Spirit Week
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Following a bubble soccer tournament and tailgate party on game day, the Chaparrals hosted the Iowa Western Reivers and honored COD football team alumni from the classes of 1993 to 1996, recognizing their record-setting, undefeated seasons in the College's history.
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E2 Emerging Entrepreneurs Program Seeks Mentors
Thursday, October 29, 2015
College of DuPage is seeking mentors for the spring 2016 E2 Emerging Entrepreneurs Mentorship Program.
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Photo Exhibit Celebrates COD, Easter Seals Collaboration
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
For 16 years, students from the College's Photography program have captured the daily lives of Easter Seals clients as a semester final project. The resulting images are then displayed in Easter Seals' lobby for one year.
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COD Offers New Welding Degree Program
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
The new Welding Technology degree program at College of DuPage will prepare students to earn credentials from the American Welding Society.
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WDCB's John Burnett to Retire at the End of October
Monday, October 26, 2015
Burnett has been with the station for 19 years, becoming one of the station's most-recognized air personalities and certainly one of the most popular.
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Cardboard, Water Meet in Second Annual COD Engineering Club Boat Race
Monday, October 26, 2015
Engineering Club members recently put their knowledge of buoyancy and dynamics to the test, constructing boats using only cardboard and duct tape that were tested in the College's pool.
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Horticulture Program Receives NALP Accreditation
Monday, October 26, 2015
The Horticulture program at COD is one of only three in Illinois to receive accreditation by the National Association of Landscape Professionals.
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COD Cares Hosts Fall 2015 Day of Action
Friday, October 23, 2015
Approximately 400 students, staff and community members participated in the COD Cares 2015 Fall Day of Action and Pumpkin Party.
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Service Learning Program Benefits Many
Friday, October 23, 2015
COD students are gaining, crucial real-world experience by participating in service learning experiences across a broad range disciplines.
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Foundation Scholarship Reception Celebrates Students and Donors
Thursday, October 22, 2015
The annual reception brings together scholarship donors and recipients to meet and share their stories.
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COD Students Gain Invaluable Real-World Experience During Internships
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
College of DuPage students are gaining invaluable hands-on and real-world experiences during internships with area corporations.
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Board Votes to Terminate President's Employment
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
The employment of Dr. Robert Breuder is terminated, effective immediately.
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COD Women's Tennis Win Region IV Championship
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
The College of DuPage women's tennis team recently beat out other top competitors to clinch the Region IV championship - their first since the 2011-2012 season. The team, led by Coach Jim Bowers, will compete this spring in the National Junior College Athletic Association tournament set for May 9 in Texas.
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Guests Build Altar, Learn Meaning Behind Day of the Dead
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Approximately 50 guests learned about the symbolism behind Day of the Dead observances at a recent altar-making workshop led by College of DuPage Art Professor Jennifer Hereth.
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Saraliz Jimenez Among 2015 'Mujeres Exitosas'
Tuesday, October 20, 2015
COD's Latino Outreach Coordinator manager was recently honored by Illinois Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti.

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COD Alum Hopes to Bring Change to Native Country
Sunday, October 18, 2015
Former College of DuPage student Tsige Gebreslasse is planning to return to Ethiopia, her birth country, to serve people and bring about change.
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COD Releases HLC Letter and Report
Friday, October 16, 2015
College of DuPage today released an Oct. 15 letter and 45-page report from the Higher Learning Commission.
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COD Hosts Fourth Annual Northern Illinois Regional HTEC Technical Educators Conference
Friday, October 16, 2015
More than 130 attendees visited COD for the Northern Illinois Technical Education Center Network (HTEC) Technical Educators Conference.
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Courier TV Receives Two IBA Silver Dome Nominations
Friday, October 16, 2015
Two segments of Courier TV have been selected as finalists for the 2015 Illinois Broadcast Association Student Silver Dome Awards.
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College of DuPage Financial Assistance Office Hosts 'Life Happens!'
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Approximately 150 COD students took part in "Life Happens!," an interactive event designed to help students become financially savvy.
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College of DuPage Professor Publishes Third Textbook
Thursday, October 08, 2015
College of DuPage Mathematics Professor Michael O'Leary publishes his third textbook "A First Course in Mathematical Logic and Set Theory."
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Homeland Security Training Center Opens
Wednesday, October 07, 2015
Approximately 100 attendees celebrated the grand opening of COD's new state-of-the-art Homeland Security Training Center.
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COD Polysomnography Program Receives Accreditation
Wednesday, October 07, 2015
The Polysomnography program at COD has received accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs.
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COD Hosts Moment of Silence for Umpqua Community College
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
College of DuPage students, staff and faculty observed a moment of silence to remember last week's tragedy at Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, Oregon.
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WSDRA Athletes Pump Iron with COD Gridders
Tuesday, October 06, 2015
Team members are helping athletes prepare for the Special Olympics.
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Comcast will Extend Internet Essentials to Community College Students in Illinois
Friday, October 02, 2015
Comcast.Corporation announced a pilot program that will extend Internet Essentials to more than 90,000 low-income community college students.
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Culinary Student Opens Caribbean Corner
Friday, October 02, 2015
Raquel Black has opened Caribbean Corner, a carry-out restaurant in Downers Grove that specializes in Cuban, Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine.
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Fifth Annual Laps with the Chaps 5K Attracts Record Crowd
Thursday, October 01, 2015
More than 1,200 runners, walkers and guests enjoyed ideal weather, delicious food and games at the fifth annual Laps with the Chaps 5K Run/Walk and second annual COD Food Truck Rally at the College of DuPage Glen Ellyn campus.

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Earth Science at COD a Step Above the Competition
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
The Earth Science program at COD is providing students with learning experiences that are a step above most colleges and universities.
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COD Board of Trustees Approves FY2016 Budget
Monday, September 28, 2015
The COD Board of Trustees passed the FY2016 budget at a special meeting on Sept. 28.
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COD Astronomy Program Hosts 'Supermoon' Viewing
Monday, September 28, 2015
More than 400 individuals recently enjoyed a unique opportunity to view a rare "Supermoon" Total Lunar Eclipse at COD.
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Program Combines GED With Certification
Friday, September 25, 2015
The innovative new ICAPS program helps students earn their GED and COD certificate while preparing for industry certification - at no cost.
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COD Hosts Orientation for Early College Initiative Students
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Nearly 50 students from West Chicago and Glenbard East high schools are the first participants in the Early College Initiative, a pilot program beginning this fall.
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Fire Science Awarded FESHE Recognition
Monday, September 21, 2015
The COD Fire Science program has received Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education recognition.
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COD Names Homeland Security Education Center in Honor of Sgt. Robert J. Miller
Friday, September 18, 2015
Miller, a member of the U.S. army's 3^rd Special Forces Group serving in Afghanistan, was killed in action in 2008, in Konar Province, Afghanistan, while saving his team during an ambush by a large, well-coordinated enemy insurgent force.
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COD Foundation Formally Dedicates Belushi Performance Hall During MAC Season Opener
Thursday, September 17, 2015
More than 100 VIP guests and nearly 500 audience members in total enjoyed a performance by The Motown Experience in concert with the New Philharmonic Orchestra and a special appearance by Belushi, a 1974 COD graduate.
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COD's PN-MMC Program Provides Career Opportunities for Veterans
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
The new Practical Nursing for Military Medical Corpsman certificate program at COD provides unique opportunity to Chicago area veterans.
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International Students Build Workforce Skills
Monday, September 14, 2015
College of DuPage is welcoming 16 students from around the world to begin the 2015-2016 Community College Initiative (CCI) program.
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COD Celebrates New U.S. Citizens
Thursday, September 10, 2015
More than 200 individuals representing 50 countries officially became U.S. Citizens at a recent ceremony at COD.

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New Associate Dean of Continuing Education
Tuesday, September 08, 2015
College of DuPage welcomes new Associate Dean of Continuing Education and Director of Business Solutions Joanne Ivory.
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COD's Autismerica Continues to Impact Lives
Monday, August 31, 2015
The club provides a supportive environment and resources for students with autism and their parents.

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Semester Abroad Ends with El Camino Pilgrimage
Thursday, August 27, 2015
COD student Cassidy McGinn capped a memorable semester abroad in Spain by completing the famed El Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
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Architecture Grad Builds Career in London
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
Michael Pecirno works on urban systems in London at Foster + Partners, one of the largest and most prestigious architectural firms in the world.
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COD Professor Named President of the IIDA
Friday, August 21, 2015
COD Interior Design Professor and Program Coordinator Jane Kielb was recently named President of the Illinois chapter of the IIDA.
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Lee Kesselman to Lead Choral Association
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Prior to his election, Kesselman served on the IL-ACDA Board for many years, representing interest areas of two-year colleges, community choirs, composition, and ethnic and multicultural music.
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WDCB Receives Steinway Piano from PianoForte Foundation
Monday, July 20, 2015
WDCB 90.9 FM radio personality Bruce Oscar takes the station's new Steinway S piano for a test drive after its recent delivery. The refurbished piano, valued at $30,000, was donated to WDCB by the PianoForte Foundation.
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COD Offers American Sign Language Program
Friday, July 17, 2015
The new American Sign Language Interpreter degree and certificate program will prepare students to become licensed sign language interpreters.
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P.E. Center Certified LEED Gold
Friday, July 10, 2015
The Physical Education Center has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
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COD, Purdue Calumet Sign Nursing Agreement
Monday, July 06, 2015
COD and Purdue University Calumet have announced an Enhanced 2+2 articulation agreement that results in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree earned at Purdue University Calumet.
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COD Joins Coalition of Adult Learning Focused Institutions
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
College of DuPage recently joined the coalition of Adult Learning Focused Institutions (ALFI) as designated by The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL).
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New Hearing Instrument Dispensary Program
Monday, June 22, 2015
College of DuPage will be the first institution in Illinois to offer the Hearing Instrument Dispensary certificate as a post-secondary program.
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Mobile X-Ray Provides State-of-the-Art Training
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
A new mobile X-ray unit is bringing state-of-the-art wireless technology into radiography labs at College of DuPage.
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COD Offers Digital Broadcast Journalism Program
Wednesday, June 10, 2015
The new Digital Broadcast Journalism program will prepare students for entry-level jobs as broadcast news journalists, news producers and news production crew members.
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COD Releases Internal Audit on IMET Loss
Tuesday, June 09, 2015
College of DuPage released today an internal audit on a $2.2 million IMET investment loss.
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COD Offers New Cancer Registry Management Program
Wednesday, June 03, 2015
COD's new Cancer Registry Management program prepares students for careers as cancer registrars.
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Former COD Student Researches in Africa
Monday, June 01, 2015
Former COD student Vincent Scola is completing his master's degree in microbial ecology in southern Africa's Namib Desert.
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Student Activities Coordinator Named North Central College Outstanding Alumni
Monday, May 18, 2015
Stephanie Quirk, who heads the Living Leadership Program (LLP) at COD, earned her master's degree from North Central in Leadership, Ethics & Values and revised College of DuPage's LLP as part of her capstone project.
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COD Offers New Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification Program
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
College of DuPage is offering a new Public Safety Telecommunicator certification program beginning in fall of 2015.
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COD Student Omar Escamilla Receives Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Omar Escamilla is the recipient of the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, the largest private scholarship for two-year and community college transfer students.
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Student Uses Life Lessons to Help Low-Income Moms
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Last year, COD student Danielle Jablonski collected nearly 10,000 diapers to help clients of area social service agencies.
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COD Student Veterans Make Service Their Career
Saturday, May 09, 2015
College of DuPage students and former Marines Mike and Kevin Xu have done more than their fair share of service to country and community.
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Student-Run Courier TV Makes Debut
Monday, April 27, 2015
The new student-run "Courier TV" is covering campus life while providing opportunities to learn about journalism and television production.
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COD Offers Anesthesia Technology Degree
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
The new Anesthesia Technology degree program at College of DuPage will be the first of its kind in the state of Illinois.
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COD Offers Mental Health First Aid Program
Monday, April 20, 2015
The new Mental Health First Aid Certificate will provide specialized training to people working with individuals struggling with mental health issues.
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COD Students Find Magic at Disney World
Friday, April 10, 2015
College of DuPage students are gaining crucial real-world experience through prestigious internships at Walt Disney World.
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Dental Hygiene Clinic Provides Great Value
Friday, April 03, 2015
COD's Dental Hygiene Clinic provides hands-on experience and valuable services.
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New Leadership Pipeline Scholarship for Studies at North Central College
Wednesday, April 01, 2015
Students who complete the Living Leadership Program at College of DuPage are now eligible for a new "Leadership Pipeline" scholarship at North Central College.
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College of DuPage Offers New MRI Program
Wednesday, April 01, 2015
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Advanced Certificate program will enable students to earn certification as an MRI technologist.
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COD Instructors Build Hydronic Boiler Trainer
Friday, March 27, 2015
COD Instructors Bob Clark and Chris Lexow donate time to construct a state-of-the-art hydronic boiler trainer.
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COD Awarded 'Best Design' in Robotics Competition
Monday, March 23, 2015
The COD Engineering Club was awarded "Best Design" in the 28th Annual Jerry Sanders Creative Design Competition at UIUC.
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COD Offers New Game Animation/Design Degree
Thursday, March 19, 2015
The new Game Animation and Design degree will give students the skills to design video and computer games across multiple platforms.
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Architecture Alum Works on Naperville Renovation
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Khushboo Shah, who earned a degree in Pre-Architecture, recently worked on renovation plans for COD's Naperville Center.
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COD Offers New Surgical Assistant Certificate
Thursday, March 12, 2015
College of DuPage is the first college or university in the state of Illinois to offer the Surgical Assistant Certificate.
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Board Approves FY 2016 Tuition Freeze
Thursday, February 19, 2015
The COD Board approved a tuition freeze for Fiscal Year 2016.
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COD Offers American Welding Society Certificate
Monday, February 09, 2015
A new American Welding Society Certificate will provide students with the required skills to earn AWS credentials.
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COD Offers Mechatronics Technology Certificate
Thursday, February 05, 2015
The new Mechatronics Technology certificate will provide skills in mechanics, electronics, industrial electronics and computer control.
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New Advanced Proton Therapy Certificate
Monday, June 02, 2014
COD is the first educational institution in Illinois to offer a new Proton Therapy Advanced Certificate program.
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WeatherBug Enhances Program and Safety
Thursday, April 17, 2014
COD has installed a new station that monitors the weather, providing information used in the classroom and by the media.
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COD to Create Advanced Manufacturing Center
Thursday, April 10, 2014
The Advanced Digital Manufacturing Center will provide expertise, technology and space to meet training needs.
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