College of DuPage Mascot and Colors Quiz
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What is the College of DuPage mascot?

Chaparral

What are the College of DuPage school colors?

  • Green (correct)
  • Black (correct)
  • Blue
  • Silver (correct)

Which corporation runs the bookstore?

Follett

How many years has Follett been COD's bookstore?

<p>17</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many years has the College of DuPage operated?

<p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current President of the College of DuPage?

<p>Dr. Ann E. Rondeau</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first President of the College of DuPage?

<p>Rodney K. Berg</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the College of DuPage opened?

<p>1967</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the second President of the College of DuPage?

<p>Harold D. McAninch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year was Follett founded?

<p>1873</p> Signup and view all the answers

What rank in the U.S. Navy did the current College of DuPage president previously hold?

<p>Vice Admiral</p> Signup and view all the answers

What town in Illinois was Follett founded?

<p>Wheaton</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the 2016-2017 Outstanding Faculty Award Winner?

<p>Karan Oliver-Tucci</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who ran the bookstore prior to Follett?

<p>Wallace</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the College of DuPage in-district tuition rate per credit hour?

<p>135</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the nation's #1 operator of college bookstores?

<p>Follett</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is one of the competitors of Follett in the field?

<p>Barnes &amp; Noble</p> Signup and view all the answers

You can save a ton of money when you rent your textbooks.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The College employees receive a 10% discount at the bookstore.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the first Red Grange Bowl event take place?

<p>2016</p> Signup and view all the answers

When students rent textbooks, they save up to 80% compared to new books.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which month does Follett celebrate Faculty Staff Appreciation?

<p>December</p> Signup and view all the answers

With which company does Follett price match?

<p>Amazon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Follett is based in Illinois.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many off-site campuses does COD have?

<p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rental books can be turned in at off-site locations of COD.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company has the largest textbook inventory in the industry?

<p>Follett</p> Signup and view all the answers

What academic tool do faculty use to request book adoptions?

<p>Follett Discover</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often can students sell books at the bookstore?

<p>Everyday</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a good time period for students to sell books at the bookstore?

<p>Finals weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Follett offers a Price Match program.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Students can receive up to 50% back on buyback based on need and market value of books.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long has Follett partnered with COD as their bookstore?

<p>17 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

Follett's COD bookstore is located at the Naperville Center.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the Spring rush period at the bookstore?

<p>January</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many rushes does the bookstore have in a year?

<p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which year did COD switch from quarters to semesters?

<p>2005</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long has COD been a semester school?

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each semester around 28,000 students attend COD.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many degree programs does COD currently have?

<p>82</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which President did COD become America's largest single campus community college?

<p>Michael T. Murphy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was named as COD's overall outstanding part-time faculty member for 2016-2017?

<p>Peter Kanetis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who received the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Award?

<p>Danica Hubbard</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the rental due date for Fall books in December?

<p>16</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

College of DuPage Overview

  • College of DuPage is known for its mascot, the Chaparral.
  • School colors are Green, Black, and Silver.
  • The college partnered with Follett for bookstore operations for 17 years.

Key Personnel

  • Current President: Dr. Ann E. Rondeau, previously held the rank of Vice Admiral in the U.S. Navy.
  • First President: Rodney K. Berg.
  • Second President: Harold D. McAninch.
  • Outstanding Faculty Award Winner (2016-2017): Karan Oliver-Tucci.
  • Part-time Faculty Member of the Year (2016-2017): Peter Kanetis.
  • Recipient of NISOD Excellence Award: Danica Hubbard.

College History and Operations

  • College of DuPage opened in 1967 and has been serving students for 50 years.
  • Transitioned from quarters to semesters in 2005.
  • Currently a semester school for 12 years, with an enrollment of approximately 28,000 students each semester.
  • The college offers 82 degree programs.

Follett's Role

  • Follett, founded in 1873, operates more than 1,000 college bookstores across the U.S. and Canada.
  • Competitors include Barnes & Noble.
  • Follett maintains the largest textbook inventory in the industry, with a substantial rental library.
  • Provides tools for faculty through Follett Discover for book adoptions.

Financial Insights

  • In-district tuition rate per credit hour: $135.
  • Students can save up to 80% on rented textbooks compared to new copies.
  • Employees receive a 10% discount at the bookstore (some exclusions apply).
  • Students may receive up to 50% back on book buybacks based on market value.

Important Dates and Events

  • First Red Grange Bowl Event occurred in 2016.
  • Follett celebrates Faculty Staff Appreciation in December.
  • Spring rush period at the bookstore begins in January; the bookstore experiences three rush periods annually.
  • Rental books are due in December, and the rental return policy does not include off-site locations.

Additional Information

  • Students can sell books at the bookstore daily and find good opportunities during finals weeks.
  • Follett offers a Price Match program and prices match with companies like Amazon.
  • Misconception: Follett’s bookstore is not located at the Naperville Center.

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Test your knowledge about the College of DuPage with this quiz focusing on its mascot, school colors, and bookstore information. See how well you know the school's history and key facts! Perfect for COD students and enthusiasts.

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