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The COD News Bureau is the College's primary source of news and information. Whether it happens in the classroom, in a laboratory or out in the field, the News Bureau brings you timely stories about every aspect of learning and discovery at COD.
News Headlines
Featured News
College of DuPage alumna and visionary social entrepreneur Jacqueline Ruiz has been honored with the 2024 Adade Wheeler Women of Distinction Award, recognizing her as an outstanding community leader.
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Students in COD's Fashion Studies program recently participated in a runway exhibition at Oakbrook Center as part of Chicago Fashion Week.
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Learn about program offerings at COD’s Fall Open House from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, in the Physical Education Center Arena on the College’s Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd.
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As a new season begins, the six Esports teams at COD include 45 Chaparral students.
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COD participated in the International Manufacturing Technology Show at McCormick Place for the first time, showcasing the College's brand-new manufacturing van. Faculty and staff proudly represented COD at one of the nation's largest trade shows.
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COD Experts: Navigating Mental Health in the Age of Social Media
The rise of social media has reshaped how young adults view themselves, often leading
to challenges like body image concerns and addictive online behaviors. College of
DuPage Psychology Professor Ada Wainwright is available to provide expert commentary
on how these digital pressures impact mental health and well-being. Contact Wainwright.
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Success Stories
"COD gave me a platform to explore my passion and interest in technology, and the teachers fueled my hunger for learning more." - Joel Christian, Computer and Information Technology
Joel's COD StorySuccess Stories
"I work at ABC7 Chicago as a studio technician, hoping to become a broadcast engineer. Landing the job at ABC7 all came from my friend I met at COD. I am truly grateful." - Anisa Selencia, Motion Picture/Television
Anisa's COD StorySuccess Stories
"The language programs at COD are a great way to begin your journey and get acquainted with your language of choice." - Julia Foland, Language
Julia's COD StorySuccess Stories
"This program provided a great foundation for helping me start my new role. I was prepared well for my clinicals and understood more things in depth in the operating room setting than before I started." - Max Schilke, Surgical First Assistant
Max's COD StorySuccess Stories
"I’m the daughter of immigrants who wants to teach policy and the history of this nation. Since no one I knew who looked like me was doing it, I wondered if I could, but I want to break imposter syndrome for the next generation and have students see themselves in me.” - Stephanie Chávez, Teacher Preparation
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News Videos
In the latest episode of Cribs, learn how COD is developing the next generation of meteorologists.
Phase I of COD's renovation project is complete, featuring a new Enrollment Center designed to better meet students' needs with a convenient one-stop service experience.
Alumnus David Kirk's hard work and determination led him to fulfill his dream of joining an INDYCAR pit crew.
