There is a common misperception that teachers do not work in the summer. Sometimes, when people find out what I do for work, they can be quick to comment, “wow, […]
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Board of Trustees Meeting Blog
Occasional reports on meetings of COD’s Board of Trustees and committees, particularly those of concern to faculty. For complete coverage of Board meetings, access the live streams and/or the recordings of meetings. For more information, visit the COD Board of Trustees website.
VP McGrath’s Comments to the Board of Trustees | June 21, 2018
Good evening. Tonight we take a moment to acknowledge the resignation of Associate Dean Mark Collins, whose work at our school was appreciated by teachers and students across campus. He […]
VP McGrath’s Comments to the Board of Trustees | May 10, 2018
Tonight we congratulate the COD students who will walk across the stage next Friday night to receive their diplomas. It is an important ritual and we are proud of them […]
President Jarman’s comments to the Board of Trustees | May 10, 2018
The term gallops at an ever-increasing frenzy to its conclusion as we look forward to Commencement just one week away; and even the weather has finally deigned to acknowledge the […]
President Jarman’s comments to the Board of Trustees | April 19, 2018
It was a particular honor and privilege to attend the event Wednesday morning to celebrate the Innovation DuPage initiative along with so many members of our community partners from all […]
BOT Academic Committee Meeting Mar 13, 2018
Meeting called to order with most members present. Minutes approved, with one abstention. COMMENTS BY COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN Ensure that the HLC final document is completed and submitted by due date, […]
President Jarman’s comments to the Board of Trustees | Mar 15, 2018
I wanted to acknowledge the good news recently received about Standard & Poor’s upgrading the College of DuPage bond rating from “AA” to “AA+” and affirmed its rating outlook of […]
VP McGrath’s Comments to the Board of Trustees | Mar 15, 2018
Good evening. Tonight we congratulate our colleagues whose retirements are listed in the packet, and we recognize the creativity and productivity of our colleagues whose sabbaticals are listed for approval. […]
President Jarman’s comments to the Board of Trustees | Feb 15, 2018
Good evening. Just a few brief comments. Item 7.a under resignations, I wanted to acknowledge our colleague’s Gary Roby resignation this coming May. Gary has been here too few years […]
VP McGrath’s Comments to the Board of Trustees | Feb 15, 2018
Good evening. Tonight we congratulate our colleagues whose retirements are listed in tonight’s packet. We also support the hard work of our faculty, administrators, and staff throughout the college (some […]