Sept. 20, 2013
Stephanie Torres New Student Trustee
Naperville resident Stephanie Torres is sworn in by
Board of Trustees Secretary Allison O’Donnell to serve as
this year’s Student Trustee at the Sept. 19 Board meeting. A
future “forensic nurse” who is finishing up her general
education requirements at COD, Torres will serve in this
position through April 24, 2014. “During my senior year of
high school, I promised myself I’d get more involved in
college,” Torres said. “So many students, like me, don’t
know the complexities of all that happens on campus and I
wanted to learn more and meet new people.” As Student
Trustee, Torres said she hopes her new position affords her
the opportunity to help address student issues. “I’m most
excited to be a voice for the students,” she said. “I see this
position as a great challenge as well as a great
opportunity.” Read More
Student Internships Important for Workplace
COD Graphic Design student Samantha Ragusin, who
has completed two internships while at COD, is right on
trend as the expectation by employers of internships for
college students continues to rise. Sara Kirby, Assistant
Manager of Career Services, noted that in addition to
gaining experience, students gain insight into a particular
industry, which gives them an edge and also helps them
determine if they’re on the right career path. Read More
COD Named 2014
Military Friendly School
COD was included in the 2014
list of “Military Friendly
Schools” compiled by G.I. Jobs,
a veteran-owned publication
focusing on post-military
education and employment.
This is the fifth consecutive year
COD has received this award.
Only 15 percent of colleges,
universities and trade schools
nationwide receive this
designation. “Understanding that the needs of men and women
returning from active duty go beyond those of traditional
students, College of DuPage offers support in a number of areas
for those re-acclimating to civilian life and higher education,” said
Shelly Mencacci, Coordinator of Veterans and Military Student
Services.” Read More
COD Offer Pharmacy Technician
Program at Addison Center
COD Continuing Education/Extended
Learning is offering a Pharmacy
Technician Training certificate program
through partner MK Education this fall
at the Addison Regional Center and at
the Glen Ellyn campus. Students learn
the fundamentals of being a pharmacy
technician, while preparing for the
national pharmacy technician certification exams. Read More
Waterleaf Food and Wine Festival = Perfection
Beautiful weather, great wine and delicious food
encouraged more than 450 people to attend this year’s
Food and Wine Festival last Saturday, Sept. 14. Guests
enjoyed 100-plus unique wines, Hors d’ oeuvres created
by Waterleaf Executive Chef Nadia Tilkian, as well as
specialty pizzas provided by Culinary Arts students.
Click here for more photos.
September Service Anniversaries
5 Years: Tracey Dulceak, Admissions; Jonita Ellis,
Academic Affairs; Laura Lerdal, Culinary Arts; Peggy
Lindstrom, Nursing and Health Sciences; Anne Malone,
Center for Access and Accommodations; Bridget
McFarland, Business and Technology; Ellen Roberts,
Business Affairs
10 Years: Sandra Coffey, Health and Sciences; Barbara
Czahor, Dental Hygiene; Janis Ditchfield, Early
Childhood Center; Michael Duggan, Counseling and
Advising; Karin Evans, English; Sandy Fries, Mass
Communications; Dilyss Gallyot, Nursing; Clare
Garling, Continuing Education; Robyn Johnson,
Marketing and Communications; Jeanne Kempiak,
Counseling and Advising; Thomas Kulanjiyil, Philosophy;
Jacqueline McGrath, English; Marcella Nowak,
Learning Resources; Casey Slott, Speech; Debra Smith,
Learning Resources; Lois Stanciak, Education; Dana
Thompson, Counseling and Advising
15 Years: Franz Burnier, English; Tom Carter, Physics;
Denise Cote, Learning Resources; Richard Elliman,
Business; Genet Ghebru, Learning Resources; Richard
Jarman, Chemistry; Janet Minton, Health and Sciences;
Eva Raepple, Philosophy; John Staeck, Anthropology;
Gail Tait, Physical Education; Kenneth Wong, Office and
Classroom Technology
20 Years: Tom Tipton, English
25 Years: Connie Canaday Howard, Theater; Susan
Harris-Mitchell, Psychology; Craig Heavens,
Information Systems; David Shavalia, Psychology
30 Years: Chris Petersen, Biology
Thank You…from Manager of Staff Services Tom Brice:
“The entire Staff Services Team wants to thank everyone who
came to our open house. We hope you enjoyed yourselves,
and learned about the services we provide. If you were not
able to attend, please do not hesitate to stop by and say hello
to us in BIC 1534. We welcome the opportunity to meet you.
Also, congratulations to adjunct math instructor Michael
Grygleski who won the drawing for the 1 lb. bag of
Starbucks Coffee. Thank you again!”
Testing Center Open House Oct. 1
The Testing Center will host an Open House on Tuesday,
Oct. 1, from 4 to 6 p.m. to welcome all staff to the newly
designed and reorganized center in BIC 2405 and 2407.
Guests will begin their visit in BIC 2405, where they can take
a COMPASS placement test. Specialists will also provide
tours of the Academic Testing area and answer any questions
before escorting visitors into the Specialized Testing area
where GED, CLEP, and proctored tests from other
universities and other specialized tests are administered.
After their tour, visitors can fill out a short survey and try
their recently acquired knowledge at guessing games and a
Testing Center quiz. Questions? Call Lori Lach at ext. 2849.
Hot Tix for Employees
Hot Tix are half-price tickets for
employees, available at the Ticket
Office with an employee ID. This
weekend:
•
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble: Leading Ladies
Fri/Sat, 8 pm, $18; Sun, 3 pm, $16
Building K Theatre – www.atthemac.org
Sign Up TODAY for this
Year’s Oct. 19 Race at
www.cod.edu/5k.
Volunteers are still
needed as well!
‘Mindfulness 1.0 – the Drug
Free Chill Pill’ Sept. 25
Counseling Service will host this free
event on Wednesday, Sept. 25, from
noon to 1:30 p.m. in SRC 1144 (north
cafeteria). Presenter Margaret
McKenzie, LCSW, will provide an
overview of mindfulness (a nonjudgmental awareness of the present
moment) that helps relieve physical
and emotional stress. The session
includes a mindfulness exercise.
Employees can register for this workshop through the TLC at
www.cod.edu/TLC/wellness to fulfill a Wellness Incentive
requirement. Otherwise, registration is not required.
U.S. Bank Hosts Personal Finance Workshops
The first free session, “Banking Basics,” will take place Monday,
Sept. 23, from noon to 1 p.m. in SRC 2000. Participants will learn
money management techniques, including opening a checking
account and the benefits of savings accounts. For more info,
contact Amy Elliott at (630) 469-2545. Read More
Tune in to WDCB Broadcasts
WDCB News Coordinator Brian O’Keefe recently produced two
segments on the College’s enrollment and Constitution Day
activities. Click on the links above to listen to the shows.
Campus Service Project Oct. 9
Sign up for a shift to help put labels on cans
of pumpkin for the Northern Illinois Food
Bank on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 5
p.m. (outside the cafeteria under the
protected walkway). Sign up for time slots
next week at the cafeteria cashiers checkout
lanes. Info: Lynn Konicek at ext. 2555.
Purchasing Dates
For an item to be recommended for purchasing approval to the Board
of Trustees at the Dec. 19, 2013, Board meeting, all specifications,
rationales, requisitions and IT equipment reviews must be in
Purchasing by Thursday, Oct. 10, 2013. Click here for a complete
list of bid paperwork dates through the June 2014 Board meeting.
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.