College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier
College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier
College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier
Rachel Wagner

Rachel Wagner, Photographer

Content by Rachel Wagner
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[Photo] COD Football Falls to Iowa Central for Fourth Straight Season

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer • September 25, 2023

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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.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

Two students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sing a duet.

Two students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sing a duet.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary performs a solo.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary performs a solo.

Students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary play on the violin.

Students from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary play on the violin.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

A student from Mariachi los Pumas de Jovita Idár Elementary sings a solo.

Latinos Unidos Vice President Daniela Ramirez speaks during the opening ceremony.

Latinos Unidos Vice President Daniela Ramirez speaks during the opening ceremony.

Elizabeth Gómez de la Casa, manager of the Intercultural and Latino Students Initiative, speaks during the opening ceremony.

Elizabeth Gómez de la Casa, manager of the Intercultural and Latino Students Initiative, speaks during the opening ceremony.

David Swope, the manager for Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, speaks during the opening ceremony.

David Swope, the manager for Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, speaks during the opening ceremony.

President Brian Caputo speaks at the Hispanic Heritage Month opening ceremony.

President Brian Caputo speaks at the Hispanic Heritage Month opening ceremony.

Three members of Mariachi Monumental de México perform on the guitar.

Three members of Mariachi Monumental de México perform on the guitar.

A member of Mariachi Monumental de México performs a solo on trumpet.

A member of Mariachi Monumental de México performs a solo on trumpet.

Audience members clap and celebrate after Mariachi Monumental de México musical performances.

Audience members clap and celebrate after Mariachi Monumental de México musical performances.

COD women’s volleyball team hug after scoring a point.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Volley Claim Victory Over Kougars

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • September 11, 2023

COD's women's volleyball played the Kishwaukee College Kougars on Sept. 8. Taking advantage of their home court familiarity, the Chaps took the game with a 3-0, raising their record 8-6. The final...

COD women’s soccer team celebrate after freshman Adamaris Lara scored her first goal.

Photo Gallery: Women’s Soccer Ties Game with Spectacular Last Minute Goal

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • September 11, 2023

Down by two in the first half, the women's soccer team came back strong with three game-changing goals, ending the game 3-3. To read more about the exciting game, check out our sports coverage article....

Freshman punt returner Madixx Morris makes a 67-yard return leading to a touchdown by sophomore quarterback Robert Brazziel.

Photo Gallery: First Football Home Game

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • September 11, 2023

COD football had their first home game of the season on Sept. 9. Riding off of the division win from last year, the Chaparrals swept the scoreboard, beating Hocking College 45-0. The Chaps remain undefeated...

The men’s cross-country team sprints from the starting line. They placed fifth out of nine teams with 123 points.

Photo Gallery: Cross Country Runners Win Fifth at Spartan Classic

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • September 11, 2023

COD men’s and women’s cross country competed at the Spartan Classic hosted by Aurora University on Sept. 9 at Northwestern Medicine Cross Country Course in Geneva, IL. The women’s team competed...

Counseling and Advising Services office, with "mental health matters" sign

[Photo] Faculty Burnout and Student Stress: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor • September 11, 2023

Counseling and Advising Services office, with "mental health matters" sign

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[Photo] COD Men’s Soccer Falls to Carl Sandburg College

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer • September 11, 2023

Sophomore forward Jibriel Gedo kicks the ball back to keep possession.

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[Photo] COD Football Knocks Out the Hawks

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer • September 11, 2023

Freshman kicker Christian Casillas scored seven points.

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[Photo] Women’s Soccer Comes Back to Tie Against Hawks in Second Half Thriller

Adam Belmares, Sports Writer • September 11, 2023

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[Photo] COD Women’s Volleyball Shuts Out Kishwaukee College

Claire Valenti, Sports Writer • September 9, 2023

Sophomore defensive specialist Abigail Alonzo makes an underhand receive. She scored one service ace and made eight digs.

Members of the women’s cross country team high five before the race.

Photo Gallery: Chaps Cross Country at Lewis

Rachel Wagner, Photographer • September 4, 2023

COD men and women’s cross country teams competed at the Flyer/Flames Challenge at Lewis University on Sept. 1 at 6:00 p.m. With three runners competing, the women’s team raced the four kilometer...

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