Brian Caputo is officially College of DuPage’s new president for at least the next three years. The COD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to appoint Caputo to the role at the recent Board...

“Who’s body? Our body! Who’s choice? Our choice!” Near Riverwalk Park in Downtown Naperville, a crowd of passionate individuals made their voices heard. According to abortion rights protester...

  In the past I was one of the many who found poetry to be entirely overdramatic. For me, poetry was simply not worth the effort it takes to truly understand its significance. An English class...

  The Court of Arbitration for Sport recently ruled female athletes with high testosterone levels can no longer compete as women. The ruling came in the legal case brought against the International...

  At the beginning of my time at College of DuPage, I was certain I wanted to major in journalism. Like many COD students, I visited the Counseling, Advising and Transfer Services office and was...

  Many Instagram users became frantic after a recent rumor circulated that the app was getting rid of its “likes” feature. The abolition of “likes” could have arguable benefits, such as...

  Only seven out of 895 enrollment spots were awarded to black students this year at one of New York’s most prestigious public high schools. State officials have since proposed several plans...

  Seven women have accused Joe Biden of unwanted physical contact in the past few weeks. The former vice president has since issued statements responding to the allegations, saying he does not...

(SATIRE) Scandal has shaken the world of college admissions after news broke of the egregious ways several students recently gained admission to prestigious colleges and universities. Authorities say an...

  We endorse Dunne and Corrigan for the upcoming Board of Trustees election. As a former student, Dunne will be able to more clearly understand and empathize with the needs of current COD students....

  COD Students can now put whatever name they choose on their I.Ds and we’re here for it   We’ve probably all dreamt about changing our name at some point or the other. College...

  The upcoming 2019 Oscars will go without a host for the first time in 30 years. Comedian Kevin Hart was initially set to host the awards show but gave up the role due to the controversy surrounding...

  COD should encourage more students to work out Exercise is vital to our overall well being but is something many college students don’t get enough of. Balancing school work, extra-curricular...

  For many college students, “doing the reading” is often seen as a complete drag and avoided whenever possible. In this current age of technological advances and social media, taking the time...

  Student journalists all over the country will advocate for freedom of the press on Jan. 30 in recognition of Student Press Freedom Day. A student journalist’s priority is to report on issues...

  Harvard University is being sued for allegedly discriminating against Asian American applicants. Students for Fair Admissions argue Harvard’s quest for a diverse incoming class each year has...

  Over 300 courses offered in an online format here at College of DuPage means students have many virtual options to choose from as they register for spring classes. Online courses can rob students...

  Recent weeks have seen President Donald Trump engage in another public battle with the media. The White House revoked CNN reporter Jim Acosta’s press pass after he and the president faced off...

  Hate speech has always been prolific in American society. But the recent willingness of prominent figures to unabashedly engage in hateful rhetoric has made it increasingly acceptable. Many...

  Studying for a test is one of the most arduous and time-consuming parts of college. Study guides are often given to students as a tool to help alleviate this stress. Not every professor hands...

  Lauren Underwood is the democratic nominee for the 14th congressional district race in Illinois. Underwood is a registered nurse from Naperville and worked in the Obama Administration as senior...

  The week leading up to Halloween at College of DuPage promises to be an exciting one. ‘Spirit Week’ will be loaded with several fun activities for students to partake in, culminating with...

  Controversial costumes suck the fun out of Halloween, an occasion usually reserved for frightful delight. As this year’s festivities approach and people get their costumes together, we must...

  Chicago’s DePaul University recently came under fire from popular right-wing public speaker Candace Owens. The controversy stemmed from the school canceling an event at which Owens was scheduled...

  The image of heads lowered and eyes glued to a cellular phone has become synonymous with millennials and generation Z’s. College students especially have become obsessed with the constant distraction...

  Recent accusations of domestic abuse from his ex-wife have left Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell on an extended paid administrative leave administered by Major League Baseball. The league...

  Top universities such as the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Rice University have made huge leaps towards making college more affordable for many students. But we should be trying...

  Team World nearly claimed its first victory last weekend at the 2018 Laver Cup in Chicago despite a sizable initial lead by Team Europe. The second staging of the tennis exhibition tournament...

  The 2018 US Open women’s singles final brought with it the biggest tennis controversy in years. Many believe runner-up Serena Williams overreacted to the umpire’s calls against her. However,...

  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration declared youth vaping an epidemic last week. Over 2 million middle school, high school and college students vape or use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs....

  New rules about sexual misconduct on college campuses would do more to protect schools and those accused of crimes than victims. The New York Times recently reported on a document it obtained...

  Mark Curtis Chavez is College of DuPage’s first provost. His role will be to help further develop the college’s Pathways Program and Academic and Student Affairs Divisions and aid in overall...

  Obtaining the Associate in Arts (A.A) degree at College of DuPage might take longer than most initially expect, but the overall benefits still make getting the degree a sound decision. Most students...

A 2015 study conducted by Georgetown University’s center of Education and Workforce found that over 70 percent of college students work while attending college. If you’re looking for a job or to earn...

Mark Curtis-Chavez has been named College of DuPage’s new provost after a unanimous vote from the College of DuPage Board of Trustees. COD President Ann Rondeau created the position to aid in overall...

  The College of DuPage board of trustees recently voted to increase compensation for the college’s nonunion, adjunct teaching faculty. The increase, which interim vice president of HR Mia Igyarto...

  *Spoilers Ahead!!!* Tayari Jones’ “An American Marriage” is a powerful novel that tells the story of a young, black couple whose lives are changed by the actions of a stranger. Throughout...

  College of DuPage trustees unanimously voted to increase the cost of tuition for online classes for residents living outside of District 502 on June 21. As of Spring 2019, the pricing structure...

  World no. 1 Rafael Nadal recently reaffirmed his place as the greatest clay court player of all time. On June 9 in Paris, the Spaniard won an unprecedented 11th French Open singles title as he...

  The first few weeks of summer for many college students are a much-needed break from the stressors of school. As summer goes on, one can easily find herself bored and without anything productive...

We know Kanye loves to show off, but we never thought he would take it this far. It’s not the first time Kanye West has dominated headlines for some questionable actions. His recent public show of...

Applying for their first credit card is a decision young college students often have to make. Many argue the responsibility of owning a credit card may be too much for them. But in a society that places...

Internships are widely considered to be an invaluable opportunity for college students. They can provide students with a first-hand look at the ins and outs of the career they’re pursuing. A paid...

Inundated with final exams and seemingly never-ending project due dates, the last few weeks of school is a stressful time for many. Finding ways to deal with this stress isn’t always easy, which just...

The Facebook user privacy scandal culminated last week as founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg was called to testify in front of Congress. It’s been reported that up to 87 million Facebook users’ data was...

The exciting and dynamic challenges and overall freedom that come with entrepreneurship are only a few of its many benefits. Owning one’s own business comes with several perks difficult to come by when...

The National School Walkout on March 14 saw thousands of high school and college students across the country advocate for stricter gun control laws. Specifically, some of the measures students took to...

Following the tragic school shooting in Parkland, Fla., students all over the country have been participating in school “walkouts” to protest current gun control laws. In response to this, the Needville...

The Board of Trustees and College of Dupage administration proposed the construction of a pedestrian bridge that would connect the second floor of the Health and Science Center (HSC) and the Technical...

Watching movies was probably my favorite pastime as a kid. Though finding someone who not only represented my physical features, but the positive, realistic attributes of not just my, but my black friends’...

A recent congressional retreat saw President Donald Trump pass some questionable remarks about community college and vocational schools. We think these remarks highlight the misconceptions surrounding...

Last week the controversy surrounding Christian baker Jack C. Phillips refusing to bake a wedding cake for same-sex couple Charlie Craig and David Mullins in 2012 came to a head as oral arguments were...

  Break out the Eggos because Netflix’s uber popular hit ‘Stranger Things’ has been renewed for a third season! The excitement is palpable as you count down the months until you can return...

  The recent tax plan announced by the GOP would, if passed, have some serious drawbacks for students trying to pay for higher education. The new bill would get rid of the student loan interest...

If you were stranded on a desert island and could only bring one Ikea item with you, what would you bring? Hmm, that’s a toughie since I don’t shop there that much. Does Ikea sell matches? What’s...

  Online shopping giant Amazon recently unveiled a new service called Amazon Key, which will essentially give delivery drivers access to the inside of customers’ homes to drop off packages. Amazon...

  Picture this. You’re in the home stretch of the semester, assignments are piling up, projects are piling up, your last test grade in *insert worst subject ever here* is threatening to ruin...

  Once one of the most venerated men in Hollywood, the credits on Harvey Weinstein's career have now rolled. The Hollywood powerhouse film producer rose to dominance in the industry since co-founding...

    On Sunday Oct. 1, the deadliest mass shooting in US history took place. A gunman opened fire on a crowd attending an outdoor country music concert from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay...

  The 2017 Hurricane season has been one of the most destructive in recent years. In the U.S, Hurricane Harvey struck Texas and caused massive amounts of flooding and ruination, and Hurricane Irma...

  When sports journalist and ESPN host Jemele Hill tweeted in response to a fan on Sept. 11 that President Donald Trump “is a white supremacist who has largely surrounded himself [with] other...

The Trump administration’s recent decision to end DACA (The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) may stem from his obsession with undermining the Obama era to his desperation to deliver on his...

Hurricane Harvey has quickly become one of the most devastating natural disasters the United States has ever seen. It is said to have brought more than 50 inches of rainfall to the state of Texas, which...