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
News & Events
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 campus?… 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
November 14, 2022
When Rachel Spurling, BFA ’18 agreed to compete with local artist Jeremy Rudd and fellow Clarke alumna Kelsey Hammons ’18, in the annual snow sculpture… Read More
November 11, 2022
Clarke University is proud to partner with the University of Dubuque and Loras College to offer the Dubuque Promise Program, a scholarship program designed… Read More
November 10, 2022
Growing up in Pocatello, Idaho, Brynlee Ward ’22 developed a deep appreciation of the beautiful forests of the Western United States. After a chance… Read More
November 6, 2022
As a high school senior, one of the top requirements of Kaytlin Eder’s college search was that her school be far away from her… Read More
November 3, 2022
Lovingly known as “Sister Mary Post Office” for generations of Clarke students, Sister Ramona (Simone) Barwick passed away October 29, 2022 at the age… Read More
November 2, 2022
Clarke University is excited to announce it has received over $330,000 in federal grant awards to upgrade security systems across campus. The awards are… Read More
October 13, 2022
Thanks to a series of grants and the leadership of faculty across a variety of disciplines, Clarke University is contributing to the greater landscape… Read More
October 2, 2022
When you ask Anne Crawford about some of her favorite things, her family, her dogs, and soccer are sure to make the list. By… Read More
September 16, 2022
In honor of its 50th Reunion, the Class of 1972 is leading the charge to renovate the Lion’s Den in Mary Benedict… Read More
September 10, 2022
When the time came to tour colleges, Lillian “Lillie” Korpalski ’23, turned the event into a road trip for her, her mom, and her… Read More
August 23, 2022
Clarke University is thrilled to announce that Julie Cirks ’06 has been named the new Vice President for Enrollment Management. Cirks has been the… Read More
August 17, 2022
There aren’t many people who would take an upper-level mathematics class for fun, but Ellie (Northrop) Palzer ’17 decided to take a chance. What… Read More
August 12, 2022
Thanks to a recent Special Projects Grant from the City of Dubuque, Clarke’s Art + Design program is forging a new community partnership… Read More
July 22, 2022
Growing up in Janesville, Wisconsin, Jaida Kroning ’22 had many close connections to her hometown. By choosing to attend Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa,… Read More
July 5, 2022
Susan Whitcher ’22 is the first to admit that her path to Clarke was far from traditional. At age 27, Susan had… Read More
June 22, 2022
In 2021, Callie (Mescher) FitzGerald ’07 had an idea for a business. She knew she wanted to use her experiences as a music therapist… Read More
June 13, 2022
The following students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Spring 2022 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who have… Read More
June 13, 2022
The 34th Annual Clarke University Golf Classic was held at the Dubuque Country Club on June 6, once again offering an entertaining… Read More
June 8, 2022
Each year, Clarke students volunteer hundreds of service hours on campus and with our community to advance the common good. To recognize this and empower… Read More
May 16, 2022
Each year as part of Clarke’s Commencement ceremony, we recognize a valedictorian for their academic merit. Behind the GPA, we often find a person… Read More
May 16, 2022
At first, it may not seem like nursing and farming have a lot in common. We picture them in totally different settings and requiring unique… Read More
May 13, 2022
When you meet Anthony Gonzalez, it doesn’t take long to see his leadership potential. From his position on the football team to volunteering with… Read More
May 12, 2022
After completing her associate degree at Scott Community College, Paige Sparrow was ready to take the next step in her college career. Moving to… Read More
May 11, 2022
It’s been four years since Parker Lippstock graduated from Hempstead High School in Dubuque. Now, as he prepares to walk across the stage to… Read More
May 9, 2022
“We’re a family here,” – it’s a phrase you hear over and over from the Clarke students preparing for graduation. Yet for Ian Murphy… Read More
May 7, 2022
Clarke University held its 178th commencement ceremony on May 14, 2022, at 2 p.m. in the Robert and Ruth Kehl Center on… Read More
January 24, 2022
Since her first trip abroad at age 15, Lori Schneider ’78 has been traveling the globe in search of adventure. Even during her time… Read More
January 13, 2022
Clarke University is thrilled to welcome singer Teddy Swims to campus as part of his Tough Love World Tour. The live show on January 27 serves… Read More
January 11, 2022
The following students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Fall 2021 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who have… Read More
December 16, 2021
Although Logan Otting ’22, grew up in Cascade, Iowa, he considered Dubuque his second home. Being active in sports and in his community, he… Read More
December 2, 2021
When you’re a cross country runner, you come to expect that not every path in life will be a straight one. For Ricar Mends, the path to Clarke… Read More
December 2, 2021
Jake Amenda ’22 has experienced the difference between life near a big city and in a small town. He grew up in Oconomowoc, a… Read More
December 2, 2021
Many students who attend Clarke University call the tri-state region of Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa home, but none are more local than graduates from Dubuque Senior High School. Located just across… Read More
November 18, 2021
Reid Larson had always been an active guy. A three-sport athlete at Fennimore High School, he was usually training or studying. In his free… Read More
September 1, 2021
Honoring a tradition that has been in place since the early days of Clarke University, all new students gathered on Wednesday, September 1 for… Read More
June 17, 2021
The following students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Fall 2020 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who have… Read More
June 8, 2021
Clarke University is proud to announce a gift from Alliant Energy to grow our new Peer Mentor Program. The $3,000 grant will allow the collaboration… Read More
May 19, 2021
On Thursday, May 6, Clarke University students hosted the premiere of “The Forgotten People,” a documentary highlighting the history and culture of the Marshallese community… Read More
January 14, 2021
The following students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Fall 2020 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who have… Read More
October 13, 2020
For Professor of Philosophy Norm Freund, teaching involves lectures, discussions, sometimes show and tell, and even a bit of dramatic acting in costume. Freund dresses… Read More
October 13, 2020
Clarke is offering a new scholarship called Activism and Values Informed Education (AVIE) Clarke Compass Award to students who feel called to make a difference… Read More
July 1, 2020
Clarke University Financial Response to COVID-19 Dear Members of the Clarke University Community, I hope this message finds you well and in the company of… Read More
May 25, 2020
The following area students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Spring 2020 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who… Read More
May 15, 2020
Throughout its history, the Clarke University community has been defined by its spirit of perseverance. On May 17, 1984, two days before commencement, a devastating… Read More
November 21, 2019
The Resident Assistant staff of Residence Life work hard to make sure everyone on campus at Clarke University feels welcomed, supported, and informed. In an… Read More
March 5, 2019
The 16th annual Human Body Bee will take place on Wednesday, Mar. 13, at Clarke University. Approximately 900 area fifth-graders and over 100 teachers and paraprofessionals… Read More
January 15, 2019
The following area students were named to the Dean’s List at Clarke University for the Fall 2018 semester. The list recognizes full-time Clarke students who… Read More