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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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COD Experts
As winter comes to end, many homeowners are looking forward to getting back out in
the yard and starting their spring gardens. With the fluctuating weather, COD Assistant
Horticulture Professor Frank Balestri is an expert on when Illinoisans should start
planning their backyard gardens, which may be earlier than many think. Contact Balestri to get expert advice on how to create the perfect garden.
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Thought Leaders
College students are dealing with mental health issues in numbers not seen before. COD President Dr. Brian Caputo addresses how COD uses multiple strategies to reach students to let them know that help is always available.Read Column