May 22, 2023
Clarke: After Clarke’s Women’s Basketball National Championship, it felt fitting to connect with an alum with ties to Clarke Basketball. How has the… Read More
News & Events
May 20, 2023
Four Clarke students brought new opportunities for community involvement to campus and Dubuque this spring, thanks to the university’s Clarke Compass Award. Funded… Read More
May 17, 2023
At Clarke, 100 percent of our students take part in service learning of some kind. It’s an impressive stat that takes on more meaning… Read More
May 15, 2023
Clarke University held its 179th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2022, at 2 p.m. in the Robert and Ruth Kehl Center on campus. … Read More
May 10, 2023
At Clarke, we talk a lot about our community feeling like a family but for Danny Zanger, that sentiment runs deeper than most. … Read More
May 10, 2023
While most graduating seniors look forward to their commencement ceremony, the turning of the tassel has a special significance for Business Administration major… Read More
May 9, 2023
Ever since she was a kid, Giana Michels ’23 has been curious. It’s a trait her family has always loved about her – especially… Read More
May 8, 2023
In 2021, Meghan Smith had reached a crossroads in her life. She was going through a divorce and contemplating a career change. Through the… Read More
May 6, 2023
As Vincent Forseth looks forward to commencement, he can’t help but recall a time when his family wasn’t sure he’d make it to his… Read More
April 26, 2023
Today, Clarke was privileged to offer a special luncheon event where students were able to meet with novelist and screenwriter George R.R. Martin. … Read More
April 24, 2023
In accordance with our recent commitment to Laudato Si and in celebration of Earth Week, Clarke will take part in a variety of… Read More
April 21, 2023
While many Clarke students were enjoying their first day of spring break, 12 young women and men gathered behind Mary Josita Hall on March 11… Read More
April 14, 2023
From noon on March 22 to 7 p.m. on March 23, Clarke hosted its ninth annual #ClarkeDay event in honor of the university’s founding. Read More
April 13, 2023
Clarke University is thrilled to announce the return of Clarke Fest, the university’s annual block party on Clarke Drive. This free, all-ages event is… Read More
April 12, 2023
Clarke University is excited to host this year’s Dubuque Area Family STEM Festival. This free event will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Read More
April 12, 2023
A Dubuque Racing Association (DRA) grant will fund the Dubuque Promise Grant, a scholarship program that partners Clarke University, Loras College, and the University of… Read More
April 10, 2023
The Clarke University Organization of Student Physical Therapists (COSPT) again is looking for donations of used or broken wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, or canes. COSPT will… Read More
April 6, 2023
Dear Clarke Community, It is with mixed emotions that I announce Courtney Boyd’s resignation as the head women’s basketball coach to accept the same position… Read More
April 6, 2023
Clarke University is hosting a Senior Composition Recital celebrating the works of Danny Zanger ’23 on Friday, April 14 in Jansen Music Hall. The… Read More
April 4, 2023
Clarke University invites one and all to take part in its eighth annual Dance Marathon event on Saturday, April 15. From 1-9 p.m. students, families,… Read More
April 1, 2023
Clarke: Sometimes when we’re catching up with alumni, we have to travel, but you’re just down the road from your alma mater! Can you… Read More
March 21, 2023
The Dubuque Colleges Sustainability Coalition invites the community to attend its Climate Action Festival beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April… Read More
March 21, 2023
Art Cullen, winner of the 2017 Pulitzer Prize for editorial writing, comes to Clarke on April 12 to discuss Facts, Fiction, and Democracy. Read More
March 17, 2023
Travel to the era of Old Hollywood and the Golden Age of Jazz with Clarke University’s Musical Menus. This year’s cabaret-style program, Old,… Read More
March 13, 2023
Since he was young, Emmanuel Willie has loved soccer. Throughout his childhood, he and his friends would find an open field, cut the grass,… Read More
March 10, 2023
Join Clarke University Theatre on a journey of self-discovery through PersonA, an original work by Professor of Drama, Joe Klinebriel. Performances will… Read More
March 7, 2023
Clarke is thrilled to welcome alumnus and local artist Mark Zalaznik ’18 for a Lion’s Den Session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21. This… Read More
February 27, 2023
As part of the annual Mackin-Mailander lecture series, Clarke is honored to welcome Jessica DuBord ’17, ’20M to campus March 22 at 7 p.m. Read More
February 21, 2023
College can be a life-changing experience for many people, but for a lucky few it also introduces them to the person who will stand… Read More
February 20, 2023
As part of the international Religion and Science Weekend movement, Clarke is proud to welcome Dr. Joseph Vukov to campus. Vukov… Read More
February 10, 2023
While many Clarke students had snowy days ahead as part of their winter breaks, Biology major Parker Ostrander ’23 headed to Florida as… Read More
February 7, 2023
Quigley Art Gallery at Clarke University will feature the work of Dubuque artist, Ellen Henkels from Friday, February 10 through March 18. A reception… Read More
February 6, 2023
Paulette Skiba, BVM, Ph.D., and Professor of Religious Studies and Chair of Religious Studies and Philosophy at Clarke University will deliver the… Read More
February 3, 2023
Steven Kapelke, Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs Clarke is proud to announce that Steven Kapelke has been named the… Read More
February 2, 2023
In alignment with our Catholic heritage and core values of education, charity, freedom, and justice, Clarke University will enroll as Laudato Si University. Read More
February 1, 2023
Clarke: What has life looked like for you since your time at Clarke? Jessica: I am currently a 4th… Read More
January 27, 2023
Clarke is proud to announce that Fletcher Lamkin, Ph.D. has been selected as Interim University President. Lamkin will serve for 18 months or until… Read More
January 25, 2023
In an effort to provide our students with hands-on learning opportunities and to administer an important service to our community, Clarke University is seeking volunteers… Read More
January 20, 2023
Throughout the spring semester, Clarke University is proud to present live performances, gallery exhibits, speakers, and more to inform, entertain, and inspire audiences. This… Read More
January 16, 2023
Clarke University is proud to continue updating and expanding our student Support Services and this growth will continue into the spring… Read More
January 13, 2023
As the fall semester came to an end, students from Clarke University’s BioChemistry and Art + Design programs hosted the annual “Form +… Read More
January 12, 2023
Fall 2022 marked the return of the Computer Science major at Clarke University. For Assistant Professor of Computer Science Josh Moris, he wanted… Read More
January 11, 2023
Clarke University is proud to announce that 191 students earned a spot on the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. The list recognizes full-time… Read More
January 9, 2023
Growing up in Rockford, Illinois, Makarious “Biggie” Luster was born with a love of basketball. He felt at home on the court and his… Read More
January 3, 2023
Escape the cold of an Iowa winter with Clarke’s A Night in Hawaii, our annual Arts at Clarke event that explores… Read More
December 19, 2022
Gratitude is often defined as pausing to notice and appreciate the things that we often take for granted. On November 29, the… Read More
December 7, 2022
This December, 37 students will complete their degrees at Clarke. Students, we celebrate this accomplishment with you, your families, and friends, and we look forward… Read More
December 2, 2022
Following a generous $15,000 grant from the DRA, Clarke’s CU Linked program is set to enhance its services in 2023 to help more… Read More
November 21, 2022
COVID-19 CASES Clarke University will no longer report COVID cases. You can find Dubuque County COVID updates here. Have a concern about COVID-19 on… Read More
November 14, 2022
Thanks to the generous support of Clarke alumna Jenifer (Collins) Westphal ’84, five Clarke students recently received the Clarke Compass Award, funding their efforts to… Read More