Jan.
J 11,
112013
2013
Be a Hero: Meet Super Chap
College of DuPage is asking each of us to do our
part to keep our environment clean and, where
necessary, alert Physical Facilities if something
needs to be fixed. As a fun reminder, the College is
introducing “Super Chap,” the ever-vigilant
Chaparral dedicated full time to the oversight of the
cleanliness and safety of our campus. Super Chap is
here to remind us that we can all be heroes and
make a difference. We are currently issuing free
water bottles to employees with the slogan: Be a
Hero, Call 4440. This extension, of course, is the
number to call if you see any type of damage such
as broken furniture, something spilled, safety
hazards, etc., please take a minute to dial 4440.
Like Super Chap, be a hero!
Chris Kriz Earns
Jeff Award
Former COD student
Christopher Kriz has
earned two 2012 Jeff
Awards for his work in
theater productions in
Chicago. Kriz won the
awards in the sound design category for his work in “Opus,”
presented at Redtwist Theatre, and “The Turn of the Screw,”
presented at First Folio Theatre. Established in 1968, the
Jeff Awards committee evaluates over 250 productions in
the Chicago area in dozens of categories. Two awards
ceremonies are held annually: the Equity Jeff Awards, which
recognizes productions operating under union contracts,
and the Non-equity Jeff Awards, which recognizes
productions operating without union contracts. Kriz
attributes the successful combination of his musical and
theatrical interests to his experiences as a student at College
of DuPage. “The exposure at COD to so many musical and
theatrical experiences was an education that simply could
not be found elsewhere,” he said. Read More
3+1 Program Earns COD National ICCCA Award
College of DuPage has received the 2012 Illinois Council of
Community College Administrators (ICCCA) Innovation Award for
its new 3+1 Baccalaureate Completion program, one of only two
projects selected to earn this prestigious recognition. The
innovative 3+1 program allows students to complete their
bachelor’s degree at College of DuPage at a significantly reduced
tuition rate. COD courses are taught for the first three years, with
partner university faculty teaching the fourth year at COD’s
campus. Students receive their associate’s degree from COD and
their bachelor’s degree from the partnering university. In addition,
students are able to obtain an affordable four-year degree for less
than $34,000 without sacrificing academic quality. “Our 3+1
program is a new way of partnering with prestigious area colleges
and universities to offer our students a chance to earn their
bachelor’s degrees without leaving campus and facing a lifetime of
debt,” said COD President Dr. Robert L. Breuder. Read More
MLK Breakfast Jan. 21
College of DuPage, in partnership
with Benedictine University and
Nicor Gas Company, will present
the 18th annual Rev. Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. Breakfast at
8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, on the
second floor of the Krasa Center,
Benedictine University, 5700 College Road., in Lisle. This event will
feature a keynote presentation by former U.S. Colonel, Jill
Morgenthaler, recipient of a Bronze Star and the Legion of Merit
during her 30 years of military service. For more information, visit
www.cod.edu/mlk.
Crane-ia!
A 600-ton truck-mounted hydraulic lift places new mechanical
equipment recently on the rooftop of the SRC. One of the
largest used in construction today, the crane was needed to
install new Air Handling Units. The units will provide heating
and cooling to the entire building after the current renovation
project is complete. Click here to view more photos of the
crane and watch video footage.
Thank You…from Technical Specialist Angel Nance:
“It is difficult to find the words to express the comfort I have
found in the cards, emails, words of encouragement and
support and I have received after my dad’s passing. My
family and I have been deeply touched by the kindness of my
COD family during this difficult time. My heartfelt thank
you to you all.”
Kudos to…Associate Architecture Professor Mark
Pearson, whose travel sketches were selected to run in The
American Institute of Architects (AIA) Young Architects
Connection Magazine (page 38-39). Click here to view!
More Kudos to…Associate Geography Professor Keith
Yearman who was recently appointed by Gov. Pat Quinn to
the Illinois Geographic Information Council. The Council’s
mission is to provide statewide leadership necessary to
efficiently integrate Geographic Information Technology as
a strategic resource. For more information, click here.
And More Kudos to…Kudos to Interior Design
Professor Ann Cotton, who was recently published in the
ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) ACCESS
student magazine. Her article, "21st Century Design
Portfolios," lists the keys to a successful portfolio to use in
the job hunt. Click here to read the article.
Even MORE Kudos to…this year’s Toys for Tots
assistants who helped collect 976 toys for area children and
teens. This is the largest, most successful donation in several
years. Special thanks to Toys for Tots “head elf” and
organizer Lynne Grezek and the Office of Student Life,
who sponsored the event.
Check Out the January “Images” Program
“Images,” features in its January segments on the highlights
of 2012, information on the College's Manufacturing
Technology program and a cooking segment with Culinary
Professor Chris Thielman. Click here to watch!
Tune in to That Beepin’ Show – New Episodes!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdbtjfVtXXM&feature=youtu.be
(copy and paste into your browser)
Ladies Night Out
Next Week!
Waterleaf restaurant is
hosting its inaugural
“Ladies Night Out” on
Wednesday, Jan. 16, from
5 to 8 p.m. The cover for
the event is $20 and
includes hors d'oeuvres and two drinks per person.
Read More
DuPage Chorale Invites New Members
DuPage Chorale invites new singers to join for its spring
season. Rehearsals begin at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, in
Building K Commons. No auditions necessary. Adult singers
of all voice types and ages are welcome. Read More
Spring Theater Auditions
General auditions for the College Theatre's spring
productions of “Spoon River Anthology” and “Love's
Labour's Lost” will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan.
23, and at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, in Building K, Room
103. Read More
COD, Daily Herald
Host Career Fair
COD and sponsor The
Daily Herald will host a
series of free job
preparation workshops
that culminate in a Career
Fair on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in SRC 2000. The
free event and workshops are open to currently unemployed and
underemployed workers, as well as career changers and new
graduates seeking their first employment opportunity. Read More
Flu Season Info
Whether you have the flu or the common cold, there are several
simple but effective recommendations to stay healthy (more info at
http://flu.gov).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water
aren’t available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or
sneeze then throw it immediately in the trash.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth to prevent the
spreading of germs.
• If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, the CDC
recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after
your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other
necessities. Also, your fever should be gone without the use of
fever-reducing medicine.
Continuing Education Open House Jan. 18
Continuing Education will host an Open House on Friday, Jan. 18,
from 2 to 4 p.m. in SRC 1110 (next to the main cafeteria). The event
will include refreshments, free chair massages, tours of CE’s new
suite, info on new staff and faculty CE discounts and a drawing for
free massage therapy sessions. Info: CE@cod.edu or ext. 2208.
Continuing Education Free Sampler Day Jan. 19
Continuing Education will host a free Sampler Day on Saturday,
Jan.19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the newly remodeled Continuing
Education suite. Free “sample” classes include writing, social
media, 19th century women, CDL introduction, Wizzdom Games,
Chinese health balls, successful spreadsheets and Stay Well, Live
Longer. The event will also feature refreshments and exclusive
registration discounts. Info: www.cod.edu/conted/featured.
No registration is required for this event.
Purchasing Dates
For an item to be recommended for purchasing approval to the Board
of Trustees at the April 18, 2013, Board meeting, all specifications,
rationales, requisitions and IT Equipment Reviews must be in
Purchasing by Thursday, Feb. 7, 2012.
Job Opportunities
To view and apply for any posted internal job opportunity:
Go to: http://inside.cod.edu. Login using your network ID, click on
the “employees” tab, “COD Links” then “internal job
opportunities.” Job opportunities will be posted to the external web
page after they have been posted on the COD Portal for seven days. If
you have any questions, please call ext. 2639.
Employment Information Lines
(630) 942-2460 – For a listing of faculty, classified and
administrative positions. (630) 942-2639 – For detailed information
and to schedule skills testing for clerical positions. Apply at
www.cod.edu/hr.