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Clarke University Campus is Closed Monday, March 16.

Campus Community,   

Due to the forecasted inclement weather and to allow extra travel time as students return from spring break, the Clarke University campus will be closed on Monday, March 16. All classes and events are canceled. 

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

Hours of Operation  

Café 1843 will open 5-9 p.m. on Sunday, March 15 for dinner service. 

On Monday, March 16, the Dining Hall will operate for lunch from 11:15 a.m-1 p.m. Café 1843 will be open 11 a.m.-9 p.m., with the grill available from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.

The library will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 

The Kehl Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Practices are canceled except for teams with competition the next day.

During a Winter Weather Emergency, limit travel as much as possible. If you should need to go out, be sure to travel slowly, and dress in layers to stay dry and warm. 

Snow Emergency Parking in the City of Dubuque will be enforced. Those parking on Clarke Drive should move their vehicle to a parking lot to allow city crews to remove snow and avoid receiving a ticket or being towed.

Want to receive text alerts for future winter weather alerts? Sign up on CUhub by following these instructions.  

Stay warm & stay safe, Clarkies!

 

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Institutional Mission and Outcomes

Mission Statement

Clarke University is a Catholic academic community that believes learning is lifelong and life changing. We inspire intellectual curiosity, cultural engagement, professional preparedness, spiritual exploration, and a commitment to contributing to the common good in a global society.

CLARKE UNIVERSITY CORE VALUES STATEMENT

Clarke University is a learning community that lives by four core values: Freedom, Education, Charity, and Justice. These values emanate from our founder Mary Frances Clarke, the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and those who follow their example to provide learning experiences that are relevant and forward looking.

FREEDOM:
As a community seeking to live authentic lives, we invite all to be open to God’s love and to be true to their best selves.

EDUCATION:
As a community seeking wisdom, we help all to appreciate learning opportunities that enable persons to reach their full potential.

CHARITY:
As a community seeking to welcome all, we contribute to the well-being of others and the common good.

JUSTICE:
As a community standing with others, we strive to create a society that recognizes the dignity, equality and rights of all people and to respond faithfully to one another.

Institutional Outcomes

Spirituality
Students will demonstrate an ability to engage in a process of spiritual growth in a dialogue which includes the Catholic tradition.

Communication
Students will demonstrate and articulate appropriate communication of thoughts and ideas in a variety of contexts.

Thinking
Demonstrate thinking skills informed by experience, knowledge, insight, and reflection.

Knowledge
Students will develop a depth and breadth of knowledge integrated across the curriculum and experiences.

Global Awareness and Social Responsibility
Students will develop awareness of others’ lived experiences and diverse perspectives in order to take an active role in local, national, and global concerns and issues.

Professional Preparedness
Students will acquire knowledge, skills, and experiences applicable to a professional context