College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

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Why Author S.K. Ali Brings Her “Muslim Self” Into Her Narratives

The “Love from A to Z” author discussed writing fiction from an unfiltered Muslim perspective.
Khadijah Rashid, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
Photo by Danny Olivares

My Vote, My Voice, My Right: A March in Downtown Naperville

Countless protestors gathered in downtown Naperville for a pro-choice march.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
Why We Should Care Less

Why We Should Care Less

A COD student weighs in on compassion fatigue, a condition resulting from caring too much about others and neglecting self care as a result.
Sarah Kueking, Managing Editor
October 17, 2022
Community College Initiative Program Creates Opportunities Beyond 10 Months

Community College Initiative Program Creates Opportunities Beyond 10 Months

The Community College Initiative Program helps foreign exchange students attend college in the United States
Albinota Krasniqi, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
A Perspective on Abortion in Illinois

A Perspective on Abortion in Illinois

A recent reproductive rights press conference gave insight on the progressive point of view
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
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Talking Politics with Unity, Not Uniformity

COD students participated in the nation-wide Unify America Challenge and shared their thoughts on how to build understanding in politics.
Mariyam Syed, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Free Books with Money Inside!

Free Books with Money Inside!

Little Free Libraries is helping communities support each other's reading habits in more ways than one.
Saidmuhammad Asoev, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Photo by Elizabeth Barbosa

“I Think We’re Alone Now” – Connections and Contradictions in Erin Washington’s Art

Erin Washington’s exhibit at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art is designed to make you think, laugh, then think again.
Khadijah Rashid, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
Susan Kirt led students of the Architectural Design class on a tour, where she explained the history and preservation of the prairie. This was one of her ongoing workshops, as the fall 2022 Artist-in-Residence.

Preserving the Prairie with Pictures

Susan Kirt, daughter of COD prairie founder, is the Artist-in-Residence this fall, to guide ecology, photography and architecture students.
Mariyam Syed, Staff Writer
October 3, 2022
Photo by Elizabeth Barbosa

COD Student Veteran Talked About Mental Health Journey

"During suicide prevention month, Alex Leal discussed his mental health struggles at a COD event centered around the topic"
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
Photo by Elizabeth Barbosa

Distinguished Alumni: Inspirational words from Lamorne Morris

The Distinguished Alumni Awards took place at COD, and actor Lamorne Morris talks about his career, advice, coming back to school and more.
Mariana Quezada, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
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