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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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Since 1843, Clarke University has offered a values-based education in Dubuque, Iowa. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we honor their Core Values while embracing modern ideals that make Clarke one of the best colleges in Iowa.

Since our founding in 1843 by Mary Frances Clarke and the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Clarke University has provided a values-based education. Our Core Values of Freedom, Education, Charity, and Justice are the foundation of our vibrant community. We believe that learning is both lifelong and life-changing, inspiring intellectual curiosity, cultural engagement, professional preparedness, spiritual exploration, and a commitment to contributing to the good of all in a global society.

 

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For over 180 years, Clarke University has called Dubuque, Iowa home. Nearly two centuries later, we are still finding things to love! No matter what your interests may be, you can explore them all in Dubuque. From bike trails and ski slopes to a Symphony Orchestra and thriving downtown, there is something to do year-round. This is a place where family-owned dining and shopping favorites combine with a host of national chains to provide an ever-expanding array of offerings. Plus, you can get to know our neighboring communities which boast beautiful state parks, boutique shopping, and the Field of Dreams movie site, just to name a few. Spend some time at Clarke and you’ll discover our hometown offers a perfect mix of small-town charm and larger metro amenities.

 

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