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Campus Closed Friday, Classes Switch to Virtual 1/23

Out of an abundance of caution due to the forecasted weather, the Clarke University campus will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026. Classes will switch to a virtual format. Students, please check your email and the platform utilized in each course for more information from your professors.   

Staff are excused from work, however, essential employees should report to campus unless otherwise advised by their supervisor.    

The Music Department’s Professional Performance Series has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 5 p.m. in Jansen Music Hall. 

Hours of Operation   

The Dining Hall will be open for Lunch from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Café 1843 will operate the convenience store from 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., with hot food items available from 7-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and 5-8 p.m.
The library will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  
The Kehl Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Practices are canceled except for teams with competition the next day.   

Winter Safety Information 

With wind chills reaching as low as -40, frostbite can occur within 10 minutes. During the winter weather advisory, stay indoors whenever possible. Be sure to keep your cellphone charged and have access to blankets, water, and other necessities.  

If you must go out, dress in layers: wear fabrics that retain heat, use insulation layers to trap air, and choose outer layers that are wind and water-resistant. Stay dry and avoid excessive sweating to maintain body heat. 

Stay indoors, stay warm, and stay safe, Clarkies! 

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Giving Methods

Our supporters invest in the Clarke experience in a variety of ways. All gifts enhance our enhance our educational mission. As a donor, you are a critical partner in building our future.

Please make your contribution to Clarke today by choosing from the giving options below.

Online
Make your gift online through our secure website here.
Clarke accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards.

Telephone
To make your gift by phone, call us at (563)588-6405 or toll free at (888)225-2753 with your credit card information.

Mail
To mail your gift, fill out the printable form, then send your check or money order to:

Clarke University
Institutional Advancement
1550 Clarke Drive
Dubuque, Iowa 52001-9932

Planned Gifts (Wills, Annuities, Life Insurance, Individual Retirement Accounts, etc.)
Planned giving is a great way to support Clarke’s future and benefit from tax savings. Clarke University has partnered with FreeWill to help you get started on your estate plans online for free. You can use this tool on your own or use it in conjunction with an attorney to save time and money. Get started on your free will today.

Already made a gift to Clarke in your will or trust? Fill out this form so we can keep our records current and thank you for your generosity.

To learn more about the many giving options available to you please visit plannedgiving.clarke.edu or call us at (563)588-6585.

Stocks, Securities, and Wire Transfers
For instructions on making gifts via electronic transfers, please contact us by phone at (563)588-6405 or email at development@clarke.edu 

Cryptocurrency
Did you know you can make a big impact with cryptocurrency gift and that you may reap tax benefits in the process? Use our tool to make a tax-deductible gift of cryptocurrency that will be converted to US Dollars and sent directly to Clarke University in support of our educational mission.

It takes just a few minutes to get started using the following instructions:

  1. Choose “Clarke University of Dubuque Iowa” from the drop down menu
  2. Select the coin you’d like to give (100+ supported)
  3. Choose the amount to donate
  4. Transfer funds directly from your wallet
  5. Receive a tax receipt immediately

Get started today at Crypto for Charity

Venmo
Making a gift to Clarke has never been simpler. Click here to visit our Venmo page, search @ClarkeUniversity or click the QR code below using the Venmo app to give today.  Please specify in the comments what area of campus you wish to support with your gift and/or indicate if it is in honor or memory of someone.

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Matching Gifts
Many employers have matching gift programs that allow donors and volunteers to make a significant the impact for Clarke. Click here to for more information regarding matching gift opportunities for donors and volunteers.