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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

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

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

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

“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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This article was originally printed in the Telegraph Herald on Dec. 27, and was written by Anthony Frenzel. Luke Flynn is the classic tale of… Read More

Clarke University has successfully completed its largest comprehensive fundraising campaign in the institution’s 175 year history. In total, more than $39 million was raised, surpassing… Read More

Clarke University will hold its 175th commencement ceremony on May 19, 2018, at 2 p.m. in the Robert and Ruth Kehl Center on the campus… Read More

You are invited to attend Clarke University’s Admitted Students Weekend! This weekend occurs on Saturday and Sunday: March 18 – 19  Find out if… Read More