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!
Clarke University
With exceptional academic advisors and a robust array of majors and minors to choose from, it’s no wonder Clarke is considered one of the best private colleges in Iowa.
Including doctorate and master’s degrees, we have online and in-person graduate programming that can advance your career.
From our popular Accelerated Elementary Education Degree to enrolling in individual courses, we have resources to build your professional skillset.
Our network of support services works together so closely to create a holistic approach to the student experience. Together, we reinforce the importance of your coursework and its relevance to the working world. That can even turn into a paid internship or a career after college.
More than assisting with coursework, our Academic Resource Center helps you focus on skills you’ll need throughout your life, like time management, emotional intelligence, and motivation. We can also pair you with peer mentors for one-on-one support outside academics.
