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COD Library Student Research Symposium, May 11th

The College of DuPage Library is pleased to announce that the third annual COD Library Student Research Symposium will take place Tuesday, May 11, 2021. This online event will highlight COD student research, such as papers, presentations, posters, objects, and theatrical and musical performances.

The day will include introductions by COD library faculty and college administrators, our student presentations, the presentation of student awards, and a keynote address by COD Associate Professor of Art, Jackie Weaver.

Students and faculty can learn more about the submission process by accessing our FAQ.

Research Award:

The Research Award provides students with the opportunity to win cash awards by submitting a 2-3 page essay describing their research process. Submissions will be judged solely on the quality and content of the research essay. Submissions are evaluated and awards designated by library faculty. See the award rubric for more details.

Cash awards include:

• First Place: $750.00.
• Second place: $500.00
• Third place: $250.00
• Honorable Mention: Several awards of $100.00 each

Submission process: All student work must be sponsored by a faculty member. Students can submit their work here.

Deadline for submissions: May 3, 2021.

Questions? Contact Ken Orenic or Laura Burt-Nicholas