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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
The COD community embraced the spirit of giving during this year’s COD Cares Gift of Giving initiative, held from Nov. 1 to Dec. 10.
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According to the latest Open Doors report by the Institute of International Education, COD ranks first among U.S. community colleges for the number of students studying abroad. During the 2022-2023 academic year, 224 COD students participated in international programs.
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COD takes on Louisburg College in the 2024 National Football Championship at the Red Grange Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 7.
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COD and Project Hire-Ed recognized 15 graduates and 40 employer partners as part of the annual Apprenticeship Recognition Event during National Apprenticeship Week. Project Hire-Ed, which supports more than 60 active apprentices, celebrated 10 years of improving job quality for students and underrepresented populations.
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COD Criminal and Justice Studies students participated in a rehabilitative theater workshop designed to help them better understand the young people they may one day work with in the juvenile justice system. CBS News Chicago was there to cover the story.
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COD Experts: A Stress-Free Holiday Feast
As the holiday season approaches COD Culinary, Baking and Pastry Arts Professor David
Kramer can share expert tips for stress-free holiday cooking. From prepping ingredients
ahead of time to adding festive flavors like cinnamon or cranberry to desserts, Kramer
recommends keeping it simple and focusing on fresh, quality ingredients. Contact Kramer.
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Success Stories
"I was astounded throughout the two years by the quality of my classes, especially STEM courses, which allowed me to be as successful and prepared as I am today." - Kaela Villafania, Physics
Kaela's COD StorySuccess Stories
"COD gave me a platform to explore my passion and interest in technology, and the teachers fueled my hunger for learning more." - Joel Christian, Computer and Information Technology
Joel's COD StorySuccess Stories
"I work at ABC7 Chicago as a studio technician, hoping to become a broadcast engineer. Landing the job at ABC7 all came from my friend I met at COD. I am truly grateful." - Anisa Selencia, Motion Picture/Television
Anisa's COD StorySuccess Stories
"The language programs at COD are a great way to begin your journey and get acquainted with your language of choice." - Julia Foland, Language
Julia's COD StorySuccess Stories
"This program provided a great foundation for helping me start my new role. I was prepared well for my clinicals and understood more things in depth in the operating room setting than before I started." - Max Schilke, Surgical First Assistant
Max's COD Story
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News Videos
COD partners with the DuPage County Correctional Facility to offer detainees an opportunity to earn college credit while pursuing an Urban Farming Certificate.
Discover how COD helped launch Reggie Martin's career as a NASA engineer. Hear his journey from a student to the stars.
Alumnus David Kirk's hard work and determination led him to fulfill his dream of joining an INDYCAR pit crew.
