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The COD News Bureau is the College's primary source of news and information. Whether it happens in the classroom, in a laboratory or out in the field, the News Bureau brings you timely stories about every aspect of learning and discovery at COD.
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Featured News
Employee and student volunteers focused on the Chaparral community earlier this month with service projects located around DuPage County during the College of DuPage 2025 Spring into Service campaign.
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Horticulture students placed 12th overall and third out of all community colleges in the annual National Collegiate Landscape Competition (NCLC).
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COD’s Automotive Service Technology program has developed a specialized course to prepare the next generation of automotive mechanics for the rise of electric vehicles. This initiative ensures a skilled workforce ready to service the EVs of the future.
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When Computer and Information Science student Tyler Lucas applied for a scholarship through the COD Foundation, he never imagined it would lead to an IT internship created just for him.
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COD recently launched a free workforce training program aimed at preparing students for careers in the clean energy sector.
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COD Experts: How Tariffs Shaped U.S. Policy
The tariff history of the U.S. is one of changing economic priorities, political philosophies and global realities. As we try to understand the complex global trade dynamics, realizing the historical role played by tariffs can guide a more transparent and long-lasting policy approach, one that advances national interests without repeating the drawbacks of the past.
Success Stories
"If someone asked me for advice, I would say to go COD because you will never find a place like it anywhere. You will feel like you belong because of the love and inclusion for all students." - Rima Househ, Arts and Business
Rima's COD StorySuccess Stories
“It’s one of the best community colleges in the area, so it was a no-brainer to enroll and explore my options. I was able to build out my base while focusing on my education and saving money.” - Jordan Vargas, Physical Education, Fitness and Sports Studies
Jordan's COD StorySuccess Stories
"COD wasn’t just offering an education; it was offering a community that would stand by me and help me thrive." - Beth Carey, Human Services
Beth's COD StorySuccess Stories
"COD helped me meet my goals by getting me into the mechanic shop at work, where I now make more than I did while driving." -Orlando Cabrera, Automotive Service Technology
Orlando's COD StorySuccess Stories
"Networking with my professors and faculty helped me be in rooms that exposed me to where my interests align." - Roselynne Njau, Psychology
Roselynne's COD Story
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News Videos
Discover how an Election Assistance Commission Grant helped COD recruit and train students to become election judges.
COD’s Automotive Service Technology program has developed a specialized EV course to prepare the next generation of auto mechanics.
Check out behind the scenes of The Wave at COD — a powerful, creative tribute to Hokusai’s legendary The Great Wave off Kanagawa.
