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COD NOW

COD Now

Stay up-to-date on the latest happenings at College of DuPage with COD NOW, the College's free quarterly e-newsletter.
 
As the largest community college in Illinois, College of DuPage works hard to meet the needs of its 21,000 students and key stakeholders as well as help strengthen the community.
 
In each issue of COD NOW, hear from Interim President Dr. Christine M. Hammond, obtain information on community news, learn about our students and staff, and much more. Check out highlights from the current issue below.
 

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Message From the President

Dr. Christine Hammond

Interim COD President Dr. Christine M. Hammond continues to move the College forward with its four-year Strategic Long-Range Plan and provides updates on the four strategic pillars for success.

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Helping Students Fight Cancer

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College of DuPage is the only Illinois educational institution using a virtual trainer that simulates multimillion-dollar equipment used to treat cancer, giving Radiation Therapy students needed experience to enter the field.

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Making COD Even More Affordable

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As a pioneer in the Open Educational Resources movement, College of DuPage has launched the Zero Textbook Cost initiative to alleviate the financial strain of course materials on students.

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Focus on Success: Jacques LaCour

Jacques Lacour

After battling a rare genetic condition that caused an optic nerve to die, alumnus Jacques LaCour pursued a career in cybersecurity and became a role model for students. He recently received ICCTA’s 2024 Pacesetter Award.

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'Hokusai and Ukiyo-e' Coming in 2025

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The next major art exhibition coming to the College’s Cleve Carney Museum of Art, "Hokusai and Ukiyo-e: The Floating World" will feature 50 original works by renowned artists from the Japanese Edo Period.

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