Family Weekend is a celebration for all members of the Clarke University community. We invite students, faculty and staff and their family members to visit the campus, cheer for the Crusaders and enjoy a variety of campus activities.
> Register for Family Weekend event.
| Friday, October 19 |
| 4-8 p.m. |
Family Weekend Check-In - Student Activity Center
Be sure to stop by the Information Center to receive your Family Weekend Schedule, RSVP and pay for
Sunday Brunch, and cheer on the Crusaders! |
| 4 p.m. |
Clarke University Women's Volleyball Tournament - Kehl Center
Clarke vs. Purdue University-North Central
(A full tournament schedule is available online) |
| 7 p.m. |
Flexible Comedy: Jonathon Burns - Student Activity Center
Breaking away from traditional magician’s tricks, Jonathon stuns with juggling, stand-up comedy, contortionism and other sideshow stunts. Sponsored by CAB (Clarke Activities Board). |
| 8 p.m. |
Clarke University Women's Volleyball Tournament - Kehl Center
Clarke vs. Cardinal Stritch University |
| 10 p.m. |
Stargazing! (weather permitting) - Off Campus
Meet in the Mary Josita Hall lobby to carpool to just behind the AMC Theater. Stargaze with Clarke's own stargazing experts! |
| Saturday, October 20 |
| 8:30-10 a.m. |
Parent Breakfast Reception - Mary Frances Hall Formal Lounge
Enjoy pastries, juice and coffee while meeting Residence Life staff. See and learn what your student has been up to in the residence halls this semester. Hosted by Residence Life Staff. |
| 10 a.m. - 3p.m. |
Clarke Whitlow Campus Store Open - Student Activity Center
The bookstore will be offering 20% off during Family Weekend! (excludes textbooks and pottery) |
| 10 a.m. |
Clarke University Women's Volleyball Tournament - Kehl Center
Clarke vs. Judson University |
| 2 p.m. |
Clarke University Women's Volleyball Tournament - Kehl Center
Clarke vs. Purdue University -North Central |
| 3 p.m. |
Pumpkin Carving - Student Activity Center
Bring back childhood memories with this traditional family event! Sponsored by CAB (Clarke Activities Board) |
| 7 p.m. |
Are You Smarter Than a College Student? - Student Activity Center
Let’s play! We will have games, prizes and Buffalo Wild Wings for all! |
| 7:30 p.m. |
Faculty Guitar Recital: Miles McConnell - Jansen Music Hall
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| Sunday, October 21 |
| 11 a.m. |
Mass - Sacred Heart Chapel |
| Noon |
Brunch - Wahlert Atrium
(Reservations are required, though payment will be accepted at the event)
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