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“43 years ago my class planted a tree that we named ‘Son of a Bush’ that still stands on campus today. It’s a wonderful reminder of how we’ve all grown in strength and faith because of our time at Clarke.” Mary, Clarke alumna
Clarke University was more than a school to you. So much more. The lessons you learned went far beyond the classroom. You formed friendships and made memories that you likely still cherish. The values you adopted and embraced helped shape the person you’ve become today. And, of course, the many traditions you celebrated are traditions that live on much as they did when you attended Clarke. This is why we are reaching out to you now. Your days at Clarke likely guided you in your life’s travels. Now imagine being able to pass such an experience on to future generations. Young people who will benefit greatly, just like you did, from their time at Clarke.
Clarke Lives. Because of you. Today, through the Clarke Lives Endearment Fund, you can now impact a whole new generation of students eager to make a difference in the world. Students who will gain so much from the valuable life lessons, deep traditions, and exceptional education they’ll experience. Clarke lives in you…and because of you, it will live for generations to come.
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uredTreasured memories. memories. e commitment. True commitment. It’s no coincidence that we have named this the Clarke Lives Endearment Fund. There’s likely much you find endearing about Clarke—especially the memories you made here. Like mealtime in the dining hall where you shared good food and laughter. Deep conversations with a BVM, who listened and helped you learn about life. Sunday Mass when we all celebrated our faith and friendship. Your memories of Clarke are more than just fond recollections. They’re indicative of the close culture and community we’ve sustained since our school was founded in 1843. Back then, Mary Frances Clarke and the Sisters of Charity had to rely on each other and their faith to endure their long and weary journey from Ireland to Philadelphia and then, across the prairie, to Iowa. Ten years later, they had to believe in each other and their mission to build a college dedicated to the betterment of women. Today, we continue to rely on each other to further our mission. With your help, the Clarke Lives Endearment Fund will serve as a foundation for keeping our values alive, our standards high, and our opportunities open to any student who may benefit from our traditions and teachings. In short, you can feel confident that your generosity will shape future generations who will carry on our mission.
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“School was our home. We lived together. We learned together. We shared meals together. We were more than classmates and roommates. We were family.� Clarke alumna
Answering the Answering the call. call A growing number of alumni and supporters have reached out to us, inquiring how they can include Clarke in their estate plans. The Clarke Lives Endearment Fund is a direct result of this. It is the first campaign of its kind at Clarke University. Our goal is ambitious. we are seeking to raise $100 million in Commitments over the coming years through this endowment fund. We have purposely set no specific timeline for reaching this goal, but rather invite our alumni and supporters to contribute as their circumstances allow.
Learn more at www.ClarkeLives.org or call 888-225-2753.
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Camille Camille Jacques Jacques Class of ’52
Sister Sister Catherin Catherine Dunn Dunn Clarke University President Emerita
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Sister Catherine Dunn, BVM, President Emerita, became a BVM when she was only 18 years old. She came to Clarke in 1973 as a member of the education department faculty. Sister Catherine became Clarke’s 14th president just 111 days before the disastrous fire, which destroyed almost one third of the historical buildings on campus. For her guidance and leadership following the fire, Sister Catherine received several national awards. During her presidency, she was the driving force behind the tremendous growth in campus facilities, curriculum, and enrollment. Sister Catherine retired from the presidency in 2006. Today, she serves as the Honorary Chairperson for the Clarke Lives Endearment Fund.
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Clarke has a long-established reputation for educational excellence. Our students have access to cutting-edge facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and an experienced, deeply committed faculty and staff. To maintain this standard of excellence requires resources on an ongoing basis. Resources that are readily available and can be allocated to where they will do the most good. The Clarke Lives Endearment Fund will make this possible. How strong is our reputation? Consider that Clarke has been recognized as one of the top private universities in the country: In 2013, U.S. News ranked Clarke #17 overall in “Best Regional Colleges-Midwest.” The Princeton Review named Clarke one of the best colleges and universities in the Midwest. Forbes named Clarke to its national “America’s Best Colleges” listing, ranking it 93rd among schools in the Midwest and 295th nationally for all private schools on the list. Clarke was the only tri-state area school to be named to the list. Washington Monthly’s 2012 College Guide ranked Clarke #28 among 352 “Baccalaureate Colleges.” This rating is based on the college’s “contribution to the greater good” through several categories.
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Sharon Sharon Kress Kress Class of ’69 Trustee Emerita
Planning for Planning for the e future.Yours future.Yours and ours. d ours. When considering an endowment gift to Clarke, you have many
When it comes to estate
options to consider in your estate planning. These are just a few:
planning, your family naturally comes first. You want to plan so you have the peace of mind
knowing your loved ones will be well cared for. Here are a couple of things to consider: Make sure your will is up to date and accurately reflects your wishes.
Make a gift in your will – After carefully reviewing your financial situation, you can opt to leave a specific amount or percentage of your assets to Clarke in your will. Designate Clarke as the beneficiary of a life insurance policy. Designate retirement assets – If you have an employee retirement plan, IRA or tax-sheltered annuity, you may consider leaving all or part of those assets to Clarke—especially since a beneficiary may actually owe the income tax on these assets, which total over 39%.
Plan for a financially secure retirement.
Donate stock – If you have had stock for over a year and it has increased in value, you may consider making a gift of these securities to Clarke. Donate your home or real estate – Whether it’s your primary home, second home, or farmland, you can designate that all or part of this asset be donated to Clarke. You help secure our future and enjoy tax benefits as well. Arrange a charitable remainder trust – This type of trust allows you to make a specified distribution to Clarke, at least annually, for a certain period of time. With this type of gift, you’ll enjoy certain tax benefits. Set up a charitable lead trust – This type of gift allows you to make a gift in your or a loved one’s name, while allowing you to realize tax benefits for your generosity.
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Start your living legacy today. Visit www.ClarkeLives.org or call 888-225-2753.
“Clarke has been such a big part of our lives for so many years. It only makes sense that we would support it, so it can continue to positively impact the lives of a new generation of students.” Pam Beaver, Class of ’67 John Beaver, Trustee Emeritus and past chair of the Institutional Advancement Committee
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“The drama department was like my family nine months out of the year. We spent most of our waking hours together, we supported and relied on each other...…Many years later, coming back to Dubuque still feels like coming home.” Kat, Clarke alumna
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Establish your iving legacy Establish your living legacy today. oday. It may have been a long time since you first set foot on Clarke’s beautiful campus. Years since you planted a tree with your classmates. Decades since you made a pledge during the Pledge Ceremony. And probably more time has passed than you care to admit since you sat with a good friend or BVM sharing your hopes and dreams for the future. Chances are, however, that the memories still remain. That even today, you cherish the time you spent and the traditions you shared with close friends. Today, you can make such experiences possible for a new generation of students. Young people eager to experience and benefit from
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all Clarke has to offer. Simply put, your legacy will live on in the laughter, learning and successes of those who uphold the traditions and teachings of Clarke.
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The beautiful, glass-enclosed Wahlert Atrium has become the centerpiece of Clarke University today. Built in 1986, shortly after the fire, it represents the resiliency and forward-thinking vision we’ve had for our campus and university as a whole. The atrium is home to the Jansen Music Hall, Quigley Art Gallery, Schrup Library, Haas Administration and Sacred Heart Chapel. It’s also the home for art and music classes and is available for weddings and other special events.
Sister Sister Therese Therese Mackin Mackin Class of ’50
Start your living legacy today. To learn more, visit www.ClarkeLives.org or call 888-225-2753.
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