If you know Clarke, you know that the people are what make our institution special. As we prepare for another academic year, join us in recognizing some of the staff, alumni, and even future students who contribute to our one-of-a-kind community. Each story this month celebrates the kindness, compassion, and friendship that is at the heart of a Clarke education. 

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS EXPLORE VIRTUAL REALITY AT CLARKE


In just a week, 10 area high schoolers built a virtual world with the help of Assistant Professor of Computer Science Josh Moris as part of a Clarke University Summer Scholarly Projects.


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CLARKE RALLIES FOR FRIEND AND FORMER FIREFIGHTER


When Clarke Softball Coach Garland Shirley ’23M faced double lung and kidney transplants, he was in awe of the response he got from the Clarke community. “It motivated me on the days it was hard to keep going,” Garland said.   


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GET TO KNOW YOUR ALUMNI RELATIONS TEAM


As we welcome new members and old friends take on new roles, we invite you to meet the Clarke Alumni Relations Team.   


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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT:

JULIE CIRKS ’06 


Julie (Weires) Cirks ’06 shares how the Clarke and BVM core values remain a fundamental part of her personal and professional life.   


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COME HOOLEY WITH US!

Clarke has a limited number of discounted tickets for the Dubuque Irish Hooley on Saturday, August 26.


Email alumnirelations@clarke.edu to get your tickets.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Homecoming Edition!

MISSISSIPPI RIVER

HAPPY HOUR CRUISE

Aboard the American Lady 

Dock at Catfish Charlie’s 

September 29 • Board at 5:10 p.m.

Boat Departs 5:30 p.m. • Tickets $25

CLARKE SOCIAL 

Houlihan’s Patio

September 29 • 6:30–9 p.m.

Included in Happy Hour Cruise ticket

or $10 at the door, includes one drink and appetizers 

NURSING DEPARTMENT

ALUMNI SOCIAL 

Stone Cliff Winery

September 29 • 8 p.m.

ALUMNI RECOGNITION BREAKFAST & DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARDS 

Mary Josita Dining Hall

September 30 • 9:30 a.m.

$10 at the door

ALUMNI & FRIENDS TAILGATE PARTY 

John & Jane Kiefer

Athletics Operation Center

September 30 • 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

$10 at the gate

CLASS OF 1973 TROLLEY TOUR

Pick up in front of Atrium

September 30 • 4:15–6:15 p.m.

$20 per reserved seat

ALUMNI & FRIENDS HAPPY HOUR 

Dimensional Brewery 

September 30 • 6–8 p.m. 

$10 at the door, includes two drink tickets

ALUMNI MASS CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST SOCIAL 

Wahlert Atrium 

October 1 • 9:30 a.m.

ALUMNI MASS & CANDLE LIGHTING CEREMONY 

Sacred Heart Chapel 

October 1 • 10:30 a.m.

FULL HOMECOMING SCHEDULE

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