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College of DuPage, Glenbard West host Jodi Norgaard, founder of Dream Big ToysJan 30, 2026 11:12 pm - Jodi Norgaard, a toy industry thought-leader, will present "Dream Big: My Entrepreneurial Journey to Break New Ground" at the GPS Parent Series on Feb. 11.
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College of DuPage, Innovation DuPage to host Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit Feb. 26Jan 30, 2026 10:51 pm - College of DuPage and Innovation DuPage are hosting the second annual Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit on Feb. 26, bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to discuss artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and the future of work.
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Wade Center Lecture explores ‘Fantastic Five’ writers’ views on justice in fantasy literatureJan 27, 2026 10:56 pm - On Thursday, Jan. 29, the Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College presents the 2026 Wade Center Hansen Series Lecture Part I. "The Horns of Elfland: On Fairy-Story Justice,“ a lecture by Dr. Jim Beitler and a response by Dr. Kimberly Sasser, associate professor of English.
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Harper College opens new federally funded aviation maintenance lab at Schaumburg AirportJan 27, 2026 4:30 pm - Harper College has opened a new Harper Aviation Maintenance Lab at Schaumburg Regional Airport to provide students greater access to affordable education and hands-on training for aviation careers.
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College of DuPage Great Read Series brings author Chloe Gong on March 9Jan 26, 2026 9:23 pm - College of DuPage’s Great Read Series returns this spring semester with a lineup of engaging events centered around Chloe Gong’s book, “Foul Lady Fortune,” culminating in an author talk and book signing on Monday, March 9
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College Achievers: North Central’s Perry dealing with weightier challengeJan 25, 2026 6:44 pm - College Achievers: North Central College sophomore Sydney Perry, a graduate of Batavia High School, is grappling with a move to a higher weight class on one of the nation’s top women’s wrestling programs.
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New Philharmonic celebrates eight decades of Broadway musical hitsJan 21, 2026 6:16 pm - New Philharmonic has added a third performance of "Broadway Through the Years" concerts on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 due to popular demand. The professional orchestra and guest artists will perform greatest hits from Broadway musicals over the past eight decades.
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College of DuPage awarded $4 million federal grant to expand aviation and drone programsJan 20, 2026 7:20 pm - College of DuPage was awarded a $4 million grant through the U.S. Department of Education’s Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education to support and expand its Aviation Management and Unmanned Aircraft Systems programs.
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CODCON brings gaming and anime to College of DuPage April 17-19Jan 20, 2026 1:39 pm - The College of DuPage is hosting CODCON, a three-day gaming and anime event on April 17-19. It features role-playing, video games, tabletop games, cosplay, anime cafe, costume contests, and more.
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Elgin Community College celebrates Black History Month with ‘Centuries of Legacy’ eventsJan 20, 2026 1:34 pm - Elgin Community College will celebrate Black History Month with events centered on the theme "100 Years of Celebrations, Centuries of Legacy."One of the most anticipated events is the closing celebration, the "Sneaker Ball," where attendees are encouraged to wear their own sneakers and enjoy cultural performances and dancing.