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The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

Book cover of Some People Need Killing: A Memoir of Murder In My Country by Patricia Evangelista

“Some People Need Killing” Review: A Filipino Journalist’s Call For Justice

The nonfiction memoir about contemporary politics in the Philippines unwinds the complex political atmosphere of the Philippines' war on drugs, and the journalist's subtle demand for the humanization and justice of its victims.
Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor
April 15, 2024
A Girlie Girl’s Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy: “Iron Widow” Review

A Girlie Girl’s Guide to Smashing the Patriarchy: “Iron Widow” Review

Xiran Jay Zhao sets out to create a technological and fantastical world to explore feminine rage unapologetically. The result was a fast-paced thrill ride that made for an entertaining read.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
February 26, 2024
Reviewing Three 2023 Bestsellers

Reviewing Three 2023 Bestsellers

Here are three books to add to your reading list this winter.
Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor
December 11, 2023
A Ghostly Gay Romance For the Ages: “Cemetery Boys” Review

A Ghostly Gay Romance For the Ages: “Cemetery Boys” Review

“Cemetery Boys” offers the perfect story for the spooky season as well as a properly bone-chilling romance mystery.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2023
Graphic by Mariyam Syed

Burdens and Bounties in the “Beautiful Country”: Book Review

The 2021 memoir, “Beautiful Country,” tells the story of author Qian Julie Wang as she navigated her childhood in New York City as an illegal immigrant.
Mariyam Syed, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Success tips from a Multi Millionaire for YOU!

Success tips from a Multi Millionaire for YOU!

Have you ever wanted to find a book that would teach you all the necessary tips for personal and professional success?
Saidmuhammad Asoev, Staff Writer
February 20, 2023
Zoom Discussion on the Book

Opinion: The Controversy on The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

A discussion on whether schools should read this book, despite its offensive content.
Johnny Chirayil, Social Media Editor
December 6, 2021
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