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The DuPage Honor guard partakes in the Presentation of Colors.

Photo Gallery: Chaps Salute Honors Veterans

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • November 18, 2024

The College of DuPage honored veterans with the Chaps Salute ceremony on Nov. 11, in SRC 2000. Hosted by COD's Veterans Service, the event included a Presentation of Colors by the DuPage Honor Guard, a...

Casillas in the middle of a kick.

[Photo] Kicking His Way to Fame: Christian Casillas on His Football Career

Carlos Allen, Sports Writer • November 18, 2024

Casillas in the middle of a kick.

The COD women's basketball team cheers after scoring a point.

Photo Gallery: COD Women’s Basketball Takes First Win of the Season

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • November 11, 2024

The College of DuPage women's basketball team opened up their season at home against Elgin Community College on Nov. 5. Despite trailing 19-25 in the first quarter, the women's team kept battling as they...

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[Photo] COD Bookstore Reduces Prices To Aid Students

Catherine Crousore, Staff Writer • November 11, 2024

The COD women's basketball team cheers after scoring a point.

The COD women's basketball team cheers after scoring a point.

Sophomore Megan Martinez scores a three point shot.

Sophomore Megan Martinez scores a three point shot.

Sophomore Teegan Roach rebounds the ball.

Sophomore Teegan Roach rebounds the ball.

Freshman Madison Dubiel shoots a three point shot.

Freshman Madison Dubiel shoots a three point shot.

Freshman Aubrey Weems gains control of the ball.

Freshman Aubrey Weems gains control of the ball.

Freshman Kylie Blevins gains control of the ball.

Freshman Kylie Blevins gains control of the ball.

The COD women's basketball team poses for a portrait.

The COD women's basketball team poses for a portrait.

The COD women's basketball team cheers after scoring a point.

The COD women's basketball team cheers after scoring a point.

Sophomore Autumn Rohde carries the ball.

Sophomore Autumn Rohde carries the ball.

Head basketball coach Abigail Halley talks to the team.

Head basketball coach Abigail Halley talks to the team.

Freshman Adriana Villanova blocks a shot.

Freshman Adriana Villanova blocks a shot.

Freshman Cailey Salerno blocks a shot.

Freshman Cailey Salerno blocks a shot.

Sophomore Nala Taylor gains control of the ball.

Sophomore Nala Taylor gains control of the ball.

Sophomore Makenna Brown gains control of the ball.

Sophomore Makenna Brown gains control of the ball.

Freshman Jaylen Zachary shoots a three point shot.

Freshman Jaylen Zachary shoots a three point shot.

Yellow ribbons displayed around school grounds in celebration of National Veterans and Military Families Month.

[Photo] Actions Over Words: COD’s Month-Long Tribute to Veterans

Catherine Crousore, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

Yellow ribbons displayed around school grounds in celebration of National Veterans and Military Families Month.

The Chaps celebrate after winning a set.

[Photo] Women’s Volleyball Sweeps Joliet JC Late in Season

Carlos Allen, Sports Writer • October 28, 2024

Defensive specialist Jayde Grant prepares to serve the ball.

Alyssa Basford, Sabrina Cox, Veronica Helma, Adamaris Lara, Alexandra Peric, Sugarman, and Joli Weigandt celebrate sophomore night.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer Rally to Secure Draw on Emotional Sophomore Night

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 28, 2024

Women's soccer team gathers together.

Sam Glogovsky, Alexin Hernandez, Emiliano Lagunas, Erwin Morales, Sam Negus, and Ash Raj celebrate sophomore night.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer Honor Sophomores in Tough Season Finale

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 28, 2024

Emiliano Lagunas and his parents celebrate sophomore night.

Sophomore Group Photo.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Struggle on Sophomore Night

Juan Doñez, Photographer • October 28, 2024

Sophomore Group Photo.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

Photo Gallery: COD Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Kankakee

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • October 21, 2024

The College of DuPage women's soccer team competed against Kankakee Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Thanks to five goals, the Chaparrals claimed a shutout victory over the Cavaliers. For more...

The COD men's team celebrates after scoring a goal.

Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Soccer Earns Late Game Victory

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • October 21, 2024

The College of DuPage competed against Kankakee Community College on Oct. 16. After trailing 1-0 in the first half, freshman Anthony Juarez responded with two goals to lead the Chaparrals to a 2-1 victory. For...

Freshman Asa Potts scores a goal.

Freshman Asa Potts scores a goal.

Freshman Corinne Myket makes a save.

Freshman Corinne Myket makes a save.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

Freshman Anaitzel Huerta scores a goal.

Freshman Anaitzel Huerta scores a goal.

Freshman Mariel Lara attempts to score.

Freshman Mariel Lara attempts to score.

Freshman Elizabeth Kelsey passes the ball.

Freshman Elizabeth Kelsey passes the ball.

Sophomore Alyssa Basford tries to gain control of the ball.

Sophomore Alyssa Basford tries to gain control of the ball.

Freshman Grace Soltys attempts to score.

Freshman Grace Soltys attempts to score.

Freshman Mayrin Ortiz-Teutle runs with the ball.

Freshman Mayrin Ortiz-Teutle runs with the ball.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

The COD women's soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

The COD women's soccer team huddles before the game.

The COD women's soccer team huddles before the game.

Freshman Annabelle Andino passes the ball.

Freshman Annabelle Andino passes the ball.

Freshman Berenice Marin attempts to score a goal.

Freshman Berenice Marin attempts to score a goal.

Yahya Chowdhury's board game

[Photo] “Gods of Jade and Shadow” Through The Eyes of COD Students

Kate Stuck, Staff Writer • October 21, 2024

Yahya Chowdhury's board game

Daion Gaston scores a touchdown.

[Photo] Chaps Football Crush Hocking College in Home Finale

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 21, 2024

Daion Gaston scores a touchdown.

A group of Chaps players huddle around Anthony Juarez to celebrate his goal.

[Photo] Juarez Shines as Men’s Soccer Rally for Regional Win

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 21, 2024

Aashish Raj takes a shot towards goal.

Berenice Marin celebrates after scoring a goal with her teammates.

[Photo] Five Different Scorers Propel Women’s Soccer to Commanding Victory

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 21, 2024

Asa Potts high-fives teammate Deyrizith Sandoval after making the score 3-0.

Freshman Asa Potts runs with the ball.

Photo Gallery: Chaparral Soccer Soars Over the Eagles

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • October 14, 2024

The College of DuPage women's soccer team competed against Illinois Valley Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The Chaparrals showcased a strong offense with two goals from freshman Asa Potts and one...

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[Photo] The Truth About COD Women’s Lacrosse

Carlos Allen, Sports Writer • October 14, 2024

Luis Gutierrez prepares to send a pass to a teammate.

[Photo] Chaps Draw 1-1 Versus Harry S. Truman College

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 14, 2024

Luis Gutierrez prepares to send a pass to a teammate.

Asa Potts and Mariel Lara celebrate with each other after extending the Chaps' lead.

[Photo] Potts Sparks the Chaps’ Offense in 3-1 Victory Against Illinois Valley

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 14, 2024

Mariel Lara celebrates with teammates as they perform the "shine your cleats" celebration.

Professors Sam Mitrani (left) and Brian Brems (right) discussing "Medium Cool."

[Photo] Fall Film Screening Promotes New COD Learning Community

Ryley Salazar, Staff Writer • October 14, 2024

Professor Sam Mitrani discussing the correlation between American history and film.

The COD soccer team celebrates after scoring a goal.

Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Triumphs Over Kishwaukee

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • October 7, 2024

The College of DuPage men's soccer team competed against Kishwaukee College on Oct. 2. After a scoreless first half, the Chaparrals scored 5 goals to defeat the Kougars 5-2. The Chaps left the game with...

The COD women's volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Volleyball Shutout Win Sweeps Waubsonsee

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • October 7, 2024

The College of DuPage women's volleyball team competed against Waubonsee Community College on Oct. 3. The team was able to take charge, defeating them 3-0 with scores of 25-11, 28-26, 25-10. The Chaps...

Alexis Hernandez celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal.

[Photo] Late Offensive Spark Secures Men’s Soccer Win

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • October 7, 2024

Alexis Hernandez celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal.

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