College of DuPage is an institution that embraces a global perspective.
We see the world as a giant classroom. Our students have opportunities to learn around
the world, whether through the Study Abroad program, field studies courses or internship
opportunities that led one former student to the South Pole.
Our welcoming nature also attracts students from a variety of cultures, whether they
already live in-district, found us online or heard about us from family or friends.
They come to COD because of our reputation as a center for excellence, and they add
insights that enrich and enhance the on-campus experience.
Finally, former COD students can be found not just in every state but on nearly every
continent, using the knowledge and skills they learned here to build a career or pursue
a passion.
As we continue to move past the pandemic, this is an ideal time to reconnect with
the world around us.
"When I was at COD, I never thought I’d reach this point. But everything I’m doing
now I first learned about at College of DuPage.” - Julianne Fernandez
"At COD, I learned that everything you design should have a story behind it. The vibrant
colors of the logo I designed represent diversity, which embodies what Peaks for Purpose
is all about.” - Mark Guido
“I have learned so much from both my academic program and my campus involvement. I
have learned the values of growth and leadership, as well as the value of guiding
others through their own potential.” - Luis Medina
"I structure the learning process around students’ individual learning styles and
personalize the instructional content for each individual student. Additionally, I
rely on instructional techniques such as group/partner work that emphasize collaborative
and cooperative learning." - Miglena Nikolova
"I enjoy teaching because it is a way I can share my experiences living abroad with
my students," she said. "Teaching allows me to help my students discover themselves
and understand others. It gives me immense satisfaction to see my students flourish
as they learn and enjoy their achievements in the new language." - Edith Jaco