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The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

Persevering to Preserve African Culture: A Celebration of Black History Month on Campus

Persevering to Preserve African Culture: A Celebration of Black History Month on Campus

Performers and audiences unite to commemorate the start of this year’s Black History Month.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
College of Dupage president Dr. Brian W. Caputo speaks during the ceremony.

Students and Faculty on Caputo’s Presidency: Perseverance-Driven Leadership

As Caputo’s presidency nears its conclusion, COD students and faculty reflect on his impact.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Gathering to Celebrate African American Writers

Gathering to Celebrate African American Writers

COD is set to host its annual African American Read-In to help start its calendar of upcoming Black History events.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
February 5, 2024
Members of the Chaparral Activities Board smile for a portrait.

Photo Gallery: CAB Welcomes Back Students

The COD Chaparral Activities Board hosts a series of activities for COD students the first week back from break.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
January 29, 2024
COD Newsroom

Caputo’s Presidency in Retrospect: Prioritizing Achievement and Student Success

COD President Brian Caputo reflects on the achievements and memories he made as COD President prior to his forthcoming departure.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
The reception was a hit, food and drinks were available to guests and professors.

Photo Gallery: Wings Student Art Gallery Reception for “Generally Specific”

The Wings Art Gallery held the reception for ceramic students of Marina Kuchinski.
Elizabeth Barbosa, Photographer
December 14, 2023
Blizzard loved the sound of the camera shuttering.

Photo Gallery: COD Students Get Some Puppy Therapy

Around 6 dogs visited COD in the SSC Atrium to provide stress release as finals come around the corner.
Elizabeth Barbosa, Photographer
December 8, 2023
Free Speech on College Campuses and What It Entails

Free Speech on College Campuses and What It Entails

With ongoing political discussion resulting in college students across the country losing privileges and facing severe consequences, College of DuPage students and staff reflect on the right to free speech guaranteed under the First Amendment.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
December 4, 2023
Native American Heritage Month display in International Hall at COD.

Indigenous U.S. Diplomats Share Their Stories

As Native American Heritage Month comes to a close, three U.S. diplomats described how their Native American identities inform their careers at the Department of State.
Mariyam Syed, Managing Editor
December 4, 2023
There were many tables that offered different types of resources for specific needs. The atrium was crowded with students.

Photo Gallery: Mental Health Fair

A Mental Health Fair was put on in the SSC Atrium, which included games, activities, and giveaways!
Elizabeth Barbosa, Photographer
December 4, 2023
COD nursing student Kate Kadag serves 
students rice at the Oxfam Hunger Banquet.

Photo Gallery: Oxfam Hunger Banquet

Students learned about world hunger through an activity and presentation at the Oxfam Hunger Banquet.
Rachel Wagner, Photographer
November 21, 2023
Oxfam Hunger Banquet Simulates Starvation for COD Students

Oxfam Hunger Banquet Simulates Starvation for COD Students

At the Oxfam Hunger Banquet, wealth and food inequality were simulated in an interactive activity to inform attendees on the realities of world hunger.
Areej Khalid, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023
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