Alumni Events
Clarke’s Alumni Office is pleased to be able to host a variety of virtual events and experience for alumni near and far! Please visit our In Case You Missed It events page to access some of our virtual event recordings.
Dubuque, Iowa: December 13, 2024
Santa at Clarke
Friday, December 13, 2024
4:30 – 6 P.M. | Clarke University, R.C. & Celeste Wahlert Atrium
FREE
Bring your little ones and the young at heart to meet the one and only Santa Claus! Capture precious moments with Santa, enjoy delicious Clarke cookies and hot cocoa, and take part in delightful holiday activities that are sure to create lasting memories.
Click here to let Santa know that you’ll be stopping by, or contact Alumni Relations at 563-588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu
Dubuque, Iowa: January 18, 2025
9-Pin No Tap Tournament | Hosted by Clarke Pride Bowling Team
Saturday, January 18, 2025
11 A.M. | Cherry Lanes inside Diamond Jo Casino | 301 Bell St, Dubuque, IA 52001
$60 General Admission | $40 for Clarke Students
Join Clarke University Pride Bowling for its inaugural 9-pin No-Tap Tournament! Bowlers will bowl four games on the same lane, and any time you knock down 9 pins, it’s counted as a strike! You’ll have the chance to bowl alongside a Clarke bowling athlete, purchase exclusive merchandise, enter raffles for a chance to win prizes and enjoy a special appearance from our mascot, Cuttie. Plus, money prizes are available for the winners of each division. Don’t miss out on the fun!
Click here to reserve your spot.
Facebook Event Page
For more information, email Head Bowling Coach Brooke Green, at brooke.green@clarke.edu
Naples, Flordia: January 26, 2025
Alumni & Friends Brunch
Sunday, January 26, 2025
11 A.M. | Grey Oaks Country Club | 2400 Grey Oaks Drive North Naples, FL 34105
Complimentary with advanced registration
You and your guests are invited to join us for a Clarke Alumni & Friends brunch, generously hosted by longtime friends, Trustee Emeritus Dr. Tom Williams, and his wife, Susan, at Grey Oaks Country Club. Following a delicious meal and delightful conversation, a campus update will be shared.
Click here to RSVP or contact Alumni Relations at 563-588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu
Dubuque, Iowa: February 7, 2025
Clarke Hockey Night with Dubuque Fighting Saints
Friday, February 7, 2025
7:05 P.M. | ImOn Ice Arena | 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001
$20 per ticket
The Dubuque Fighting Saints are going head-to-head with the Waterloo Black Hawks, and Clarke is taking over Party Zone #108 for the ultimate fan experience. Join us for an exciting night full of action, laughs, and free pizza! Bring your Clarke pride, grab a friend or two, and make some noise as we cheer on the Fighting Saints together.
Limited space available—so snag those tickets for family and friends now! Don’t miss out on the fun; let’s make it a Clarke night to remember!
Click here to purchase tickets or contact Alumni Relations at 563-588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu
Davenport, Iowa: April 3, 2025
Artist Talk with Louise Kames ’77 “I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful”
Thursday, April 3, 2025
5 P.M. Bar Opens | 6:30 P.M. Artist Talk in auditorium |Figgie Art Museum | 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801
Join us for an evening with Clarke alumna and Chair and Professor of Art, Louise Kames ’77, as she presents her stunning new exhibition, “Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful,” at the Figge Art Museum. Discover her insights on art, transformation, and creativity, and celebrate the inspiring story behind her thought-provoking work.
Want to learn more? Read the full article on Quad Cities Reginal Business Journal and explore other exciting programs happening alongside this remarkable exhibit!
Mesa, Arizona: March 1, 2025
2025 Cubs Spring Training
Saturday, March, 1, 2025
1:05 P.M. | Sloan Park | 2300 W Rios Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201
Enjoy America’s pastime with your fellow alumni, friends, and family as we cheer on the Cubs in their pre-season action. The Parky Deck offers an unbeatable view of the game, plenty of shade, and exclusive seating perfect for reconnecting with Clarke friends and making new ones.
Indulge in a delicious Fastball Package menu, including Vienna Beef Hot Dogs, Hamburgers with assorted toppings, Pasta Salad and Cole Slaw, Flavorful Elote (Mexican street corn), Gourmet Cookies for a sweet treat, Refreshing Iced Tea, Lemonade, and Water.
Your ticket includes access to the Parky Deck, game admission, and this delicious menu to enjoy during the game.
Click here to purchase tickets or contact Alumni Relations at 563-588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu
Phoenix, Arizona: March 2, 2025
Brunch at The Henry
Sunday, March, 2, 2025
10:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. | The Henry | 4455 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Start your Sunday with great food and even better company! Join us for a delicious Henry Big Breakfast Station featuring: Fresh Fruit, Breakfast Potatoes, Assorted Pastries (muffins, scones, Danish), The Original Egg Sandwich (bacon, avocado, American cheese, mayonnaise), California Burrito (eggs, bacon, pepper jack, American cheese, Havarti, potato, avocado, salsa), and Freshly Brewed Passport Drip Coffee.
After brunch, catch up on the latest Clarke news with a special campus update. Reserve your spot today and reconnect with the Clarke community over great food and conversation!
Click here to register or contact Alumni Relations at 563-588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu
Clarke Homecoming 2025
October 17 – 19, 2025
Save the date! Enjoy special events, share in fun traditions, build new memories, and reunite with fellow Clarke alumni during Clarke’s 2025 Homecoming.
Coming Soon…
Clarke’s Alumni Office is busy planning upcoming events in the following locations. Check back soon for more details!
- Dubuque, IA (multiple events)
- Arizona
- Florida
- Texas (stay tuned for cities)
- Virtual Experiences
- Washington (stay tuned for cities)
- Washington, DC
Athletic Events
Join us online to watch our athletic teams compete in the Heart of America Conference.
Visit clarkepride.com to view our upcoming schedule and watch the live-stream broadcasts.