I started at College of DuPage (COD) over two years ago knowing exactly where I wanted to be—in the newsroom, furiously typing away at my keyboard. After writing for my high school publication, I figured...

As Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools become more common in education and the workforce, College of DuPage (COD) is drafting a policy that will shape how students and faculty use AI. The proposed...

Faculty at College of DuPage (COD) are raising concerns about due process after a faculty member was placed on administrative leave without a stated reason, prompting protests and public comments at board...

Students at the clothing swap looking through clothes in the Student Services Center Atrium

A series of unapproved flyers and casual meetups in the student lounge has since led to one of College of DuPage (COD)’s newest student clubs. The Trading Card Game (TCG) Club, officially chartered this...

For one weekend each year, the College of DuPage (COD) transforms into a hub for gamers, cosplayers, vendors and fantasy fans. CODCON returns to the Student Resource Center (SRC) 2000 and Student Services...

Carrot-tops, potato peels and vegetable stems often end up in the trash. But during an upcoming workshop at the College of DuPage (COD), those scraps will become some of the main ingredients. On March...

A new student club at College of DuPage (COD) is setting its sights higher than most: the edge of space. Formed this semester, the Chaparral Aerospace and Rocketry Association (CARA) brings together students...

Assassins, espionage and fake marriages aren’t usually part of a college curriculum. But College of DuPage’s (COD) 2025-2026 Great Read Series selection changes that. “Foul Lady Fortune” by Chloe...

In the final week of October, students at College of DuPage (COD) tied yellow ribbons around trees and posts across campus, a colorful show of gratitude to those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces....

The moment attendees walked into the first ADONIS meeting at College of DuPage (COD) on Oct. 23, upbeat K-pop music filled the room. Within minutes, students were pulled into a lively Kahoot game full...

For students in College of DuPage (COD)’s Culinary and Hospitality program (CHC), learning from textbooks and kitchen labs is only part of the experience. Gaining insight directly from professionals...

Walk into the Multicultural Hub in College of DuPage (COD)’s Student Services Center (SSC) room 1138, and you're likely to find students laughing, working on projects or sharing stories in a blend of...

In a time when debates over gun laws, abortion rights and free speech on campuses dominate headlines, many people are left asking: what does “We the People” really mean? On Sept. 17, workshops, discussions...

The sign outside of College of DuPage (COD)’s tutoring hub in the Student Resource Center (SRC) room 2102 features a new name this fall, but the mission inside remains the same. When students step through...

College of DuPage (COD) is positioning itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) education with a new Machine Learning Certificate and an AI emphasis within the Software Development Associate...

The classified staff at the College of DuPage (COD) has officially filed for union recognition with the Illinois Education Labor Relations Board (IELRB). After establishing themselves earlier this year...

Beginning in fall 2025, College of DuPage (COD) will launch two horticultural therapy certificate programs, making it one of only nine colleges nationwide - and the only college in the Midwest - to offer...

When Muddassir Siddiqi stepped into his role as College of DuPage (COD)’s eighth president on July 1, 2025, he described the college as “a national leader among community colleges” and pledged to...

When I walked into his conference room on July 17, I was greeted with a warm handshake from Muddassir Siddiqi, the newly appointed eighth president of College of DuPage (COD). He immediately smiled and...

College of DuPage (COD)’s Engineering Club landed in the national spotlight after placing sixth overall at the 2025 NASA Lunabotics Challenge. The competition, hosted at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida,...

With live music, food and vibrant dialogue, the College of DuPage (COD) honored Juneteenth on June 18 with a community-wide celebration focused on education and unity. The campus closed June 19 for the...

After more than two years of rerouted paths, extra signage, and construction noise the wait is over. On May 13, College of DuPage (COD) officially reopened its revitalized Student Services Center (SSC)...

For Jess McDowell, learning new languages isn't just about grammar and vocabulary. McDowell, the president of the College of DuPage's Alpha Mu Gamma honor society, seeks connections, culture and community. “You...

This year, for the first time College of DuPage (COD) joined institutions across the country in marking the occasion with a day of events and activities. First established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower...

Third-year student Elisabeth Pribulick repeatedly called College of DuPage’s Access and Accommodations office but struggled to reach anyone for assistance. Frustrated, she began searching for other ways...

While teaching remotely from his office during the pandemic, College of DuPage Professor David Ouellette began noticing a troubling pattern. Birds were repeatedly colliding with the east-facing windows...

The College of DuPage has concluded its 2025 Student Leadership Council (SLC) elections, held March 12-13. The election determined one student to serve on the Board of Trustees and six SLC officers for...

The College of DuPage (COD) Library will launch its manga exhibit with an afternoon of trivia and refreshments at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, in the main level library’s Alcove. The event precedes the...

Second-year College of DuPage (COD) student Elliah Chamberlain’s “A Glimpse of Emerald Isle” transported students into Ireland’s rich landscapes and culture through a cross-cultural art exhibition...

Third-year student Tyna Woznica has relied on financial aid from the College of DuPage’s Office of Student Financial Assistance multiple times. Without that help, pursuing higher education becomes much...

College of DuPage Associate Art Professor Brad Killam has dedicated more than 20 years to teaching the fundamentals of fine arts, particularly drawing and painting. But it’s his acclaimed personal artwork...

Ah, love. A fleeting, elusive force that sweeps us off our feet, consumes our hearts and takes on countless forms. It adapts to our circumstances, surprises us when we least expect it and sometimes changes...

Rima Shah, a first-year student at College of DuPage (COD), never imagined she would become an active participant in COD Votes, a political engagement project spearheaded by the Student Leadership Council...

Student Lucille Sugarman juggles a full-time course load, her role as a student worker, commitments as a women's soccer player, and participation in multiple extracurricular activities, all while managing...

In an effort to support families affected by domestic violence, second-year student Marie Johnson launched a donation drive in October 2024 after volunteering at Metropolitan Family Services over the summer....

Editor's Note: This piece has been updated to correct some information about the COD/Follet contract. The original piece had noted the incorrect starting year for the contract. The piece has been updated...

In 2012, Larissa Scott signed up to be a part of the United States Navy. After her time serving, she returned home but struggled to adapt to the now unfamiliar environment. She bounced around from job...