students attending a Learning Commons workshop

Learning Commons Workshops

The Learning Commons offers workshops throughout the year on math and geometry, study skill strategies and writing, reading and speech. Workshops are free to currently enrolled COD students.

To register for any of the math or geometry workshops, sign up online, email math-assist@cod.edu, call (630) 942-3339 or stop by the front reception desk in the Learning Commons. Registration is appreciated, but not required. Walk-ins are welcome (when space is available).

Math Placement Test Information Sessions

Learn about taking the math placement test and how you can work to improve your score. No math instruction is given at this session. Sessions will be held both in-person in the Learning Commons (SRC 2102) and online via Zoom except as noted. To register, sign up online.

  • Wednesday, August 7 (Zoom Only), 6 to 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, September 5 (Zoom Only), 5 to 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 26, 4 to 5 p.m.
  • Wednesday, December 11, 2 to 3 p.m.

Geometry Review Workshops

This free, two-session review workshop reviews basic concepts covered by the ALEKS geometry placement test. Students should plan to attend BOTH days. All sessions are held in-person only in the Learning Commons (SRC 2102). To register, sign up online.

  • Wednesday, August 7 and Thursday, August 8, 2 to 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, September 10 and Wednesday, September 11, 2 to 4 p.m.
  • Thursday, December 12 and Friday, December 13, Noon to 2 p.m.

 Additional geometry review materials are available as Geometry DIY (Do-It-Yourself) resources.

Pizza and Planning

Enjoy some free pizza while you get organized and plan for a successful fall semester. Learning Commons staff will share resources to help you stay on top of assignments and manage your time effectively. Students will learn how to plan out their semester by mapping out due dates, creating a study schedule, and more! Bring your course syllabi or a laptop to the Student Resource Center (Rm. 2131) to access your assignments and due dates.

  • Tuesday, August 27, 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Sign up for this hands-on workshop on building key habits for academic success by emailing learningcommons@cod.edu, calling (630) 942-3940, or visiting the Learning Commons front desk to register. Pizza will be provided to students who register by August 23.

Beginning of Semester Success Workshops

Beginning of Semester Success (BOSS) workshops are open to all College of DuPage students and provide strategies for study skills, time management, as well as maintaining a positive attitude throughout the semester. Learn more about BOSS workshops.

Dimensional Analysis Workshops

For students enrolled in the COD Nursing Program. Practice medication conversions and dosage calculations with the help of a COD tutor. Walk-ins are welcome. Learn more about Dimensional Analysis Workshops or call Tutoring Services at (630) 942-3686 for more information.

Improve Your Writing and Speech Skills

The Learning Commons offers online videos to help students improve their skills in writing, reading, and speech. They can also offer strategies for study skills and Beginning of Semester Success.

For updates on upcoming Learning Commons events follow COD Learning Commons on Twitter/X and COD Learning Commons on Instagram.

Contact Information

Learning Commons
Student Resource Center (SRC), Room 2102
Call: (630) 942-3940
Email: learningcommons@cod.edu 
Hours of Operation

Mathematics Assistance
(630) 942-3339
Email: math-assist@cod.edu

Writing, Reading, Speech Assistance
(630) 942-3355
Email: wrsa@cod.edu

Tutoring Services
(630) 942-3686
Email: tutoring@cod.edu