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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.    

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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Hotel Information

CLARKE UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING

October 17-19, 2025

ACCOMMODATIONS

As a courtesy for your travel, these room blocks are available for Homecoming Weekend. Please note the policies and pricing are unique to each hotel. Please mention Clarke University or Clarke University Homecoming when making your reservation. For a full listing of Dubuque hotel accommodations click here.

Best Western Plus
3100 Dodge Street, Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 557-8000 x0
Room rates: $139.00 +tax “Clarke Homecoming 2025”
**Last Day to Book** September 17, 2025
**Discounted room rate only available for Friday and Saturday
Direct booking link

Hampton Inn
3434 Dodge Street, Dubuque, IA 52003
(563) 690-2005
Room rates: Begin at $169+tax
**Last Day to Book** September 17, 2025
Direct booking link 

Hilton Garden Inn
1801 Greyhound Park Rd., Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 585-5200
Room rates: $239+tax
**Last Day to Book** September 5, 2025
Direct booking link

Holiday Inn
450 Main Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
(563) 556-2000 ext. 0
Room rates: $179+tax
**Last Day to Book** September 17, 2025
Direct booking link

Questions?
For more information about Homecoming, contact the Clarke University Alumni Relations office at (563) 588-6391 or alumnirelations@clarke.edu.