March 30, 2012
New Forensic Criminal Investigations Certificate
The new Forensic Criminal Investigations certificate at COD will
provide students with up-to-date training for the complexities of
this specialized field. Recently approved by the ICCB, the 22
credit-hour certificate consists of seven courses in criminal
justice, chemistry and anthropology. Courses for this new
certificate will be taught in the state-of-the-art forensics lab in
the College’s new Homeland Security Education Center. “This
lab was created specifically for a 21st century education that no
other Criminal Justice program has,” said Theo Darden,
associate professor of Criminal Justice. “Our training will reflect
what’s currently happening in the profession, allowing us to be
at the forefront with our curriculum.” Read More
Bridge to Education
Students use the pedestrian walkway and the street to stroll from
the Health and Science Center to the Student Resource Center at
the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn. Photo by Chuck Berman ran
in Feb. 9, 2012, Chicago Tribune.
COD Donates ‘Conduit 15’ Sculpture to Glen Ellyn
As a goodwill gesture and a continued sign of their improved
relationship with the Village of Glen Ellyn, College of DuPage
officials recently donated one of the pieces in its permanent art
collection to be installed at Panfish Park in the Village
Arboretum. Chicago artist Mike Baur's "Conduit 15" was
removed from the Glen Ellyn campus last week for installation
this spring. The steel and concrete sculpture was purchased in
1991 for $18,000 and is one of a series of conduit pieces Baur
created in the mid-1980s. The sculpture appraised for $25,000
in 2006. “Our campus has undergone a tremendous
transformation and this sculpture, while still artistically
relevant, no longer fits with our overall aesthetic,” College of
DuPage President Robert L. Breuder said. "We were
pleased to find this work a new home where members of the
public, particularly Glen Ellyn residents, can continue to enjoy
Baur's creation.” Read More
Dana Carter Exhibit at Gahlberg Through April 7
“People in Glass Houses,” an
exhibition by Dana Carter, is on
display through Saturday, April 7,
at COD’s Gahlberg Gallery. The
exhibit “explores the velocity of
loss, the dissonance between
memory and visual perception,
word play and interactions with
the natural world.” The Gahlberg
Gallery is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monday through Thursday and
Saturday, 6 to 8 p.m. and during Mainstage performances.
The gallery also is open by appointment. Click here for a
Chicago Tribune review of this exhibit.
Semper Fidelis
Dean of Students Services Sue Martin trained as a Marine
recruit for one week and is now applying that experience to her
work at COD. Martin took part in the annual Marine Corps
Educators Workshop earlier this year and traveled to the famed
Marine Corps Recruitment Depot in San Diego. While there,
Martin endured grueling physical and mental challenges that
actual recruits face and came away with strategies she’ll apply
to her work at the College. “This experience allowed me, as an
administrator, to learn the philosophy, leadership and strategy
used in building young recruits into Marines,” she said. “It
helped me understand their strategic teamwork and core values
and how it’s instilled in every member of the team.” Read More
ECEC Program Receives Gateways Credential
College of DuPage was recently was named an entitled
institution for Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credentials
Levels 2-4 from Gateways to Opportunity. As an entitled
institution through 2017, COD Early Childhood Education and
Care students have the opportunity to qualify for Gateways to
Opportunity credentials, which reflect multiple professional
standards such as national Association for the Education of
Youth Children (NAEYC) and the Illinois Professional Teaching
Standards. Read More
WDCB News: Click here for an interview with Engineering
Assistant Professor David Smith regarding the College’s
new Guaranteed Admissions Transfer Program with UIUC.
Click here for an interview with Iraq War veteran Bryan
Adams who recently spoke at College of DuPage about his
struggles with PTSD during an event sponsored by the
Human Services department.
Multimedia Presents New Videos for Your
Viewing Enjoyment…
Seaton Computer Center Remodel –
http://youtu.be/U_kE-WbydVo
French Country Cooking Trip –
http://youtu.be/Ev4zp3mTwss
Dr. Breuder looks back at his first 3 years at COD (Part 1) –
http://youtu.be/Wl57jrKXZnc
Dr. Breuder looks back at his first 3 years at COD (Part 2) –
http://youtu.be/S8vJ-pZ9dj4
KUDOS…The offices of Global Education and Study
Abroad and the Languages program in the Liberal Arts
Division recently received an email stating that College of
DuPage has been selected to host a Fulbright Scholar in
Arabic for the 2012-2013 academic year. Congratulations to
Laura Ortiz, Sandra Anderson, Maren McKellin and
Sue Kerby for preparing the Fulbright application. Hosting
the Fulbright Scholar Teaching Assistant in Arabic is welltimed – the College will offer two new Arabic credit courses
for the first time during the 2012-2013 academic year.
More Kudos…March Service Anniversaries
5 Years: Barbara Bush, Counseling and Advising Services;
Tiffany Crosby, Registration; Valerie Kaffka, Naperville
Center; Mary Zelasco, Counseling and Advising Services;
Michelle Zubko, Testing Center
10 Years: Karyin Boulom, Staff Services; José Carlos,
Facilities, Operations and Maintenance; Jan Hunsicker,
Research; Linda Nejman, Registration
15 Years: Margaret Novak, Business Affairs;
Dale Rasmussen, Library; Tapia Alvaro, Facilities,
Operations and Maintenance
20 Years: Nancy Kulzer, Records; Charles Vanderwarf,
Respiratory Care; Richard Voss, Psychology
25 Years: Chuck Boone, Art; Brett Hochstatter, Police
Department; Marianne Myrick, Health and Sciences;
Audrey Schlifke, Information Technology
Purchasing
For an item to be recommended for purchasing approval
to the COD Board of Trustees at the Monday, June 18,
Board meeting, all specifications, rationales, requisitions
and IT Equipment Reviews must be in Purchasing
Friday, April 6.
Hot Tix for Employees
Hot Tix are half-price tickets
for employees, available at the
Ticket Office with an employee
ID. This weekend:
Spring Break April 2 to 8
Spring Break at College of DuPage is next week, April 2 to 8.
There are no classes, but the College and all buildings and
facilities will remain open.
Waterleaf Holiday Brunch
Waterleaf restaurant in Glen Ellyn
will celebrate Easter with an
exclusive prix fixe brunch on
Sunday, April 8. “The variety and
quality of Waterleaf's Easter
brunch menu complement this
most beautiful of seasons,” said
Jean-Pierre Leroux, General Manager. The Waterleaf Easter
brunch is scheduled for Sunday, April 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(closed for dinner). For reservations, call (630) 942-6881.
Read More
Construction Updates:
 Physical Education Building Power Shutdown April 3-4
www.cod.edu/news-events/pdfs/12_oc_pepower.pdf

SRC Power Shutdown April 6 to 8
www.cod.edu/news-events/pdfs/12_oc_pepower.pdf
Pregnant Volunteers Needed for Free Ultrasounds
The Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography program at College
of DuPage is seeking pregnant volunteers to participate in free
evening scanning sessions. The sessions will take place from 6 to
9 p.m. on Wednesdays, now through mid-July. These sessions
allow DMIS students to practice their scanning skills under the
supervision of certified sonographers. Participants receive a “first
photo” of their baby to take home and family members are
welcome to observe. The scans are not diagnostic tests, and
reports are not issued. Volunteers are asked to obtain verbal
permission from their physicians prior to the session. To
schedule an appointment, call Terrie Ciez, at ext. 2436.
Money Smart Week
DuPage Fair & Expo
Saturday, April 21
The Money Smart Week
DuPage Fair & Expo is
scheduled for Saturday,
April 21, from 9:30 to
2 p.m. in the new Homeland Security Education Center. The fair
is offered free of charge for residents of DuPage and surrounding
communities. Click here for a schedule of events.
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
Click on “COD Links”
Click on “internal job opportunities”
Job opportunities will be posted to the external webpage after they
have been posted on the COD Portal for seven days. If you have any
questions, please contact Toni Woolsey at ext. 2890.
Employment Information Lines
College Theatre: Romeo and Juliet – Fri./Sat., 8 pm,
$6; Sun., 2 pm, $6
www.atthemac.org
(630) 942-2796 – For a listing of faculty, classified and
administrative positions. (630) 942-2460 – For detailed
information and to schedule skills testing for clerical positions.
Apply at www.cod.edu/hr.