College of DuPage hosts ‘Takeover Event’ to bring campus to Willowbrook, prepare students for college success

On March 11, Willowbrook students had a unique opportunity to experience college life and think about their post-high school plans.

To view a photo gallery from the event, click on the images above.

College of DuPage (COD) representatives brought the campus to Willowbrook through a “Takeover Event,” which allowed students to participate in presentations about the enrollment process and how to successfully transition to COD; complete applications; and explore nearly 60 programs offered at COD – including academics, admissions, athletics, advising and accommodations. More than 1,200 students attended the event.

The goal/focus was to help students prepare for their future. District 88 offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes credentialed career-based curricular tracks, more than 30 Advanced Placement (AP) college-level courses and more than 50 dual-credit and collegiate-credit courses in 18 career pathway areas, along with award-winning fine arts programming. The district is committed to providing multiple and flexible pathways for students to find post-secondary success and continues to expand access to college credits and industry-recognized certifications to help ensure students are college and career ready.