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!

Clarke University

Clarke Day

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT ON CLARKE DAY!

Thanks to gifts from over 500 alumni, students, friends, and employees Clarke University’s annual Clarke Day event raised more than $92,000.

Throughout the day on Thursday March 27, members of the Clarke community showed their support in a variety of ways. This ranged from online gifts and sharing stories on social media, to on campus activities led by the Therese Mackin BVM ’50 Office of Institutional Advancement. Several student organizations also got involved, with Cast & Crew offering a “human slot machine” game and the Future Young Professionals hosting a Pie the Professional contest. Additionally, the Brew & Gold Coffee Corner offered a Lotus Tea special, the “Sr. Catherine’s Clarke Spark,” with a dollar of each drink going to the Clarke Day grand total.

Make a difference for Clarke students!

You don’t have to wait for Clarke Day to make your impact. Make a gift to support students today!

Celebrate • Connect • Support

Designate your gift to an area that resonates with you the most.

The Clarke Fund
Student Emergency Relief Fund
Scholarships
Academic Programs
Arts at Clarke
Clarke Athletics
The Clarke Experience

A collection of photos from past #ClarkeDay celebrations!