Campus Closed Friday, Classes Switch to Virtual 1/23

Out of an abundance of caution due to the forecasted weather, the Clarke University campus will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026. Classes will switch to a virtual format. Students, please check your email and the platform utilized in each course for more information from your professors.  

Staff are excused from work, however, essential employees should report to campus unless otherwise advised by their supervisor.

Hours of Operation  

The Dining Hall will be open for Lunch from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Café 1843 will operate the convenience store from 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., with hot food items available from 7-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and 5-8 p.m.
The library will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  
The Kehl Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Practices are canceled except for teams with competition the next day.  

Winter Safety Information

With wind chills reaching as low as -40, frostbite can occur within 10 minutes. During the winter weather advisory, stay indoors whenever possible. Be sure to keep your cellphone charged and have access to blankets, water, and other necessities.

If you must go out, dress in layers: wear fabrics that retain heat, use insulation layers to trap air, and choose outer layers that are wind and water-resistant. Stay dry and avoid excessive sweating to maintain body heat.

Stay indoors, stay warm, and stay safe, Clarkies!

Clarke University

Homecoming

Homecoming 2025

Click below to view the Clarke Homecoming 2025 photos!

October 9-11, 2026

Save the date and join us for Homecoming 2026! Enjoy special events, share in fun traditions, build new memories, and reunite with fellow Clarke alumni on October 9-11. We look forward to recognizing classes ending in “6” and “1” as they celebrate a reunion milestone. Continue to check back frequently for details and updates surrounding our schedule of events and other details. Additional information will also be shared via email, through our monthly Alumni & Friends e-newsletter and on Facebook.

Be sure to update your contact information so you receive all of our Homecoming news and updates!

If you have questions or are interested in coordinating a 2026 reunion event for your class, contact the Clarke Alumni Relations Office at alumnirelations@clark e.edu.

It’s amazing to reconnect with friends from my time at Clarke. Homecoming is something we look forward to every year!

Clarke Coloring Pages

Relive great memories through this collection of photos from past Homecoming weekends!

Clarke Homecoming