Maureen Dunne of Naperville named chairman of COD board

Maureen Dunne of Naperville was elected as chairman of the College of DuPage board of trustees during the board's annual organizational meeting on April 29.

"It has been a privilege to serve the College of DuPage community and I look forward to helping craft the future of this outstanding institution," said Dunne, who has served on the board since 2019.

A COD graduate, Dunne obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Chicago, a master's from the London School of Economics and a doctorate in cognitive sciences from Oxford University, where she was a Rhodes Scholar.

In addition to her academic accomplishments, Dunne has co-founded, led and advised venture-backed technology companies and is the co-founder and managing partner of a social impact investment association focused on neurodiversity.

Trustee Christine Fenne of Wheaton was elected to serve a one-year term as board vice chairman. Trustee Heidi Holan of Glen Ellyn was elected to serve as board secretary.