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Sophomore Anna Odisho kicks the ball.

[Photo] Photo Gallery: COD Men’s Soccer Celebrates Sophomore Day

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 23, 2023

Sophomore Anna Odisho kicks the ball.

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[Photo] Chaparral Women’s Volleyball Shuts Out Wolves on Sophomore Night

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer October 23, 2023

"We’re finally getting into the home stretch of my organized volleyball career," sophomore outside hitter Amanda Leibrock said. "It’s sad, but we still have some work to do here.”

Six sophomores from the men's soccer team were celebrated prior to the match for their contributions and commitment during their time at COD.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer Falls Short of 2-0 Comeback Against Madison College

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer October 23, 2023

Six sophomores from the men's soccer team were celebrated prior to the match for their contributions and commitment during their time at COD.

Before the match, five sophomores from the College of DuPage women's soccer team were honored for their time spent at COD.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer Loses to Madison College on Sophomore Night

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer October 23, 2023

Before the match, five sophomores from the College of DuPage women's soccer team were honored for their time spent at COD.

Freshman Ellie Cervantes defends the goalie.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Soccer Falls to Rock Valley

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 16, 2023

The College of DuPage women’s soccer team competed against a top ranked Rock Valley College team on Wednesday, Oct. 11. They lost 1-3 after struggling to keep up with the speed and physicality of the...

Freshman back Julio Blanco kicks the ball.

Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Falls to Rock Valley

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 16, 2023

The College of Dupage men's soccer team competed against Rock Valley College on Wednesday, Oct. 11. They lost to the Golden Eagles 3-5 after battling through heavy rain and allowing three unanswered second...

Sophomore running back Jaden McGill runs into the endzone for a touchdown.

Photo Gallery: COD Football Finishes Strong Against Aurora University JV

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 16, 2023

The COD men's football team competed against Aurora University's JV team on Sunday, Oct. 15. After a 13-point deficit in the first quarter, the Chaparrals came back to win 48-19 remaining the number one...

COD men's golf team poses for a portrait. (From left to right: Sam Sager, Anthony Regimand, Luke Pringle, Emilio Bedon, Grant Blum, Nick Horner, Jakob Schmidt, Hagan Rank. Photo provided by Jason Hyatt.)

Photo Gallery: Men’s Golf Finishes Season Strong at St. Andrews

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 16, 2023

The College of DuPage men’s golf team competed in their last match of the fall season at the Benedictine Fall Invite at St. Andrews Golf Club on Wednesday, Oct. 11.  The men finished second out of nine...

Sophomore Joseph Muana celebrates with his teammates after scoring his first career goal for the Chaparrals.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer Defense Crumbles In Loss to Rock Valley

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer October 16, 2023

Sophomore Joseph Muana celebrates with his teammates after scoring his first career goal for the Chaparrals.

COD women's soccer talk during halftime.

Photo Gallery: COD Women’s Soccer Falls to Black Hawk College

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 9, 2023

The College of Dupage women's soccer team competed against Black Hawk College on Wednesday, Oct. 4. After a freshman Veronica Helma scored a goal in the first half, the Chaparrals couldn't find the back...

Freshman Natalia Klus and sophomore Adele Hutton shake hands with their opponents after the doubles match.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Tennis Competes with Elgin

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 9, 2023

The College of Dupage's women's tennis team competed at home with Elgin Community College on Thursday, Oct. 5. They lost 2-7. Sophomore Adele Hutton won her singles match with scores of 2-6, 6-3, and 11-9....

COD women's volleyball players celebrate after earning a point.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Volleyball Shuts Out Kankakee

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 9, 2023

The College of DuPage women’s volleyball team shut out the Kankakee Community College Cavaliers 3-0 on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Keeping their swings aggressive to win the first two sets and clawing their way...

COD men's soccer celebrates after sophomore midfielder Robert Keldani scored a goal.

Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Makes Comeback Win

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 9, 2023

The College of DuPage men’s soccer team claimed the victory against Black Hawk College on Wednesday, Oct. 4. With goals from freshman midfielder Samuel Glogvosky, sophomore midfielder Robert Keldani,...

Sophomore Anna Odisho runs with the ball

[Photo] Beyond the Pitch: An Insight on the Journey of Anna Odisho

April 8, 2024

Sophomore Anna Odisho runs with the ball

Freshman forward Archie Murphy sprints towards the corner flag to celebrate his freekick goal with teammates.

[Photo] Men’s Soccer Stuns Black Hawk College-Moline

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer October 5, 2023

Freshman forward Archie Murphy sprints towards the corner flag to celebrate his freekick goal with teammates.

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[Photo] Bylsma Sets 1,000th Assist in COD Women’s Volleyball Victory Over Cavaliers

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer October 5, 2023

Sophomore defensive specialist Jaidyn Tan celebrates with the team after scoring a point with a service ace.

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[Photo] Chaparral Women’s Volleyball Soars Over Owls

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer October 4, 2023

Freshman setter Jamie Volz positions herself to make an underhand serve.

The COD football team walks onto the field.

Photo Gallery: COD Football Bested Erie

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 2, 2023

The number one-ranked Chaparral football team put on a strong showing against Erie Community College on Saturday, Sept. 30 at MacDougall Field. COD beat Erie 56-2, improving their record to 5-1 overall. For...

Sophomore Skylar Jollette swings at the ball.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Golf Tees off at St. Andrew

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 2, 2023

On Tuesday Sept. 26, the women’s golf team competed at Benedictine Fall Tune-Up Invitational at St. Andrews Golf Course in West Chicago Ill.  Freshman Ivy Burnett finished second overall firing a six-over-par...

COD Faculty and the 2023 Distinguished Alumni pose for a portrait.
(From left to right: Walter J. Johnson, Nahiris M. Bahamón, Josie Suter, Rob Jannush, Rowan A. Miranda, Jaqueline S. Ruiz, Bonnie Bailey, Dr. Brain W. Caputo).

Photo Gallery: 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards

Rachel Wagner, Photographer October 2, 2023

The College of Dupage hosted the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Awards in Belushi Performance Hall at the McAninch Arts Center in Glen Ellyn, Ill. on Saturday, Sept. 30. The event included an honors brunch...

India Johnson's Artist Talk to photography and art students.

[Photo] The Power of Community Artists

Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor October 2, 2023

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[Photo] COD Women’s Soccer Pushes Past Stormers

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer September 30, 2023

Freshman striker Veronica Helma launches the ball into the net to score a goal.

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[Photo] Chaparral Men’s Soccer Takes Out Stormers

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer September 30, 2023

Sophomore midfielder Robert Keldani charges forward to make a shot on goal.

Freshman wide receiver Deszmund White runs downfield.

Photo Gallery: Chaparral Football Falls to Iowa Central

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 25, 2023

The chaps took on Iowa Central Community College on Sept. 23. Iowa Central pulled into the lead early on in the game and COD couldn't keep up. After scoring two touchdowns in the second half, the chaps...

Freshman forward Archie Murphy attempts to score a goal.

Photo Gallery: Men’s Soccer Ties with Triton

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 25, 2023

COD men's soccer took on the Triton Trojans on Sept. 20. The chaps came back from a 0-1 score in the second half and finished with a tie. Their record is now 1-3-4. For more details about the game,...

Sophomore Anna Odisho runs toward the ball.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Soccer Defeats Triton

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 25, 2023

COD women's soccer faced Triton College on Sept. 20. The Chaps scored three goals in the second half to beat the Trojans 3-0, raising their record to 2-5-1. For more about the game, check out our...

Members of COD volleyball celebrate after scoring a point.

Photo Gallery: COD Volleyball Sweeps Harper

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 25, 2023

COD Women's volleyball played the Harper College Hawks on Sept. 21. The Chaps won all three set with final scores being 25-21, 25-21 and 25-22 and raised their record to 14-10. For more information,...

Members of COD's full-time faculty union rally outside the Student Resource Center on Aug. 24.

[Photo] COD’s Full-Time Faculty Union Continues Talks With Admin Over Contract

Nick Karmia, Staff Writer September 25, 2023

Members of COD's full-time faculty union rally outside the Student Resource Center on Aug. 24.

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[Photo] Chaparral Volleyball Smacks Down the Hawks

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer September 25, 2023

Freshman left side Melissa Alvarez spiked 11 kills on 37 attacks with six errors. She also scored one service ace and made seven digs.

Sophomore Anna Odisho and Freshman Kim Martinez celebrate together after scoring the third goal against Triton.

[Photo] Women’s Soccer Cruises Past Triton in 3-0 Victory

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer September 25, 2023

Sophomore Anna Odisho and Freshman Kim Martinez celebrate together after scoring the third goal against Triton.

Freshman midfielder Joseph Kim shoots from outside of the box to score the game-tying goal

[Photo] Men’s Soccer Settles for Tie Against Triton

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer September 25, 2023

Freshman midfielder Joseph Kim shoots from outside of the box to score the game-tying goal

Maxwell, his family and photographer Devona Barnes look up at his portrait.

Photo Gallery: COD’s Annual Easterseals Photography Exhibition

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 18, 2023

College of Dupage hosted the 24th annual Easterseals Photography Exhibition on Saturday, Sept. 16 in the Student Services Center atrium. The exhibition was a collaboration between Easterseals Dupage...

A trio of young students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary perform a song.

Photo Gallery: Hispanic Heritage Month Opening Ceremony

Rachel Wagner, Photographer September 18, 2023

College of Dupage hosted the Hispanic Heritage Month opening ceremony in the Student Services Center atrium on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 1:00 p.m. The event included live performances from Mariachi Monumental...

Bookshelf in the Center for Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

[Photo] Diversity Equity and Inclusion Director’s Message to Students

Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor September 18, 2023

Bookshelf in the Center for Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Dahlia and her family members pose for a portrait. Her photo was taken by Thomas Haslett.

Dahlia and her family members pose for a portrait. Her photo was taken by Thomas Haslett.

Jihyun Jung, Andrew and Oleksandra Solonenko pose for a portrait.

Jihyun Jung, Andrew and Oleksandra Solonenko pose for a portrait.

Tommy and his family look at his portrait taken by Mary Paulius.

Tommy and his family look at his portrait taken by Mary Paulius.

Lydia’s portrait is revealed at the Easterseals ceremony. The photo was taken by Barbara Overland.

Lydia’s portrait is revealed at the Easterseals ceremony. The photo was taken by Barbara Overland.

Logan and his family members look up the portrait of him taken by Juan Rhodes.

Logan and his family members look up the portrait of him taken by Juan Rhodes.

Jordan, Quinn and Carson’s portraits are revealed at the Easterseals ceremony. Photographer Rich Howe took the photographs.

Jordan, Quinn and Carson’s portraits are revealed at the Easterseals ceremony. Photographer Rich Howe took the photographs.

John Michael and his family stand on stage to see his portrait reveal.

John Michael and his family stand on stage to see his portrait reveal.

Ellie and her family members stand on stage to see her portrait reveal.

Ellie and her family members stand on stage to see her portrait reveal.

Colton runs up to see his portrait. His photo was taken by Rebecca Morrison.

Colton runs up to see his portrait. His photo was taken by Rebecca Morrison.

Amy Liss speaks at the Easterseals ceremony.

Amy Liss speaks at the Easterseals ceremony.

College of Dupage president Dr. Brian W. Caputo speaks during the ceremony.

[Photo] Students and Faculty on Caputo’s Presidency: Perseverance-Driven Leadership

February 5, 2024

College of Dupage president Dr. Brian W. Caputo speaks during the ceremony.

Members of Mariachi Monumental de México, Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary, 
Latinos Unidos and College of Dupage faculty pose for a portrait.

Members of Mariachi Monumental de México, Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary, Latinos Unidos and College of Dupage faculty pose for a portrait.

Members of Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary dance with event attendees.

Members of Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary dance with event attendees.

Latinos Unidos Vice President Daniela Ramirez celebrates with a member of the Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary.

Latinos Unidos Vice President Daniela Ramirez celebrates with a member of the Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary.

Event attendees dance with students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary. Event attendees dance with students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary.

Event attendees dance with students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary. Event attendees dance with students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary.

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