August 17, 2023
Clarke: Many times, we kick off these spotlights by asking what people have done since their time at Clarke, but your story at Clarke… Read More
News & Events
August 15, 2023
Clarke University Head Softball Coach Garland Shirley ’23M felt the love of his community this spring as he underwent double lung and kidney… Read More
July 11, 2023
Clarke University is excited to expand its academic advising for all students for the 2023-2024 academic year. This new initiative will expand upon existing… Read More
June 26, 2023
Clarke University has received a grant from Alliant Energy to fund its new Black Male Leadership Society. The $1,500 award will cover supplies and… Read More
June 22, 2023
Clarke: What have you been up to since your time as a student at Clarke? Juan: I never really stopped being… Read More
June 12, 2023
With support from a Special Projects Grant from the City of Dubuque, the work of Clarke artists reached new members of the community this… Read More
June 9, 2023
Clarke University is proud to announce that 220 students earned a spot on the Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester. The list recognizes full-time… Read More
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
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 15, 2023
Clarke University held its 179th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2023, 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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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 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 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
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
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