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Being an advocate for higher education is one of the best ways to help secure the future of our local economy, and Clarke students represent the business leaders of tomorrow.
We support Clarke because Clarke works for our community. Rick Dickinson, President and CEO G R E AT ER DU B U Q U E DE VELO PM ENT CO R P O R ATIO N
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When I talk about profits, I mean more than just financial gains. We rely on Clarke graduates to provide our clients with the personal attention and meaningful relationships they deserve.
Dubuque Bank and Trust supports Clarke because Clarke works for us. Bill Callahan, Market President DU B U Q U E BAN K AN D T RUST
What does it mean when you hear a local business owner say with pride, “Clarke works for me�? It means that they recognize the value that’s added to their organization and the greater community when they hire a Clarke student. By supporting Clarke University, you help ensure that support is given back to the local community through economic stimulus - over $70 million annually to be exact. Add: Our goal is to develop mutually-beneficial partnerships with the greater Dubuque community. Many organizations, both large and small, continue to show their support for Clarke University by providing internships and job opportunities for recent graduates. Others take it one step further by making a financial contribution to Clarke. Your support makes a difference! In fact, the generosity we receive from local businesses helps ensure that 97% of traditional Clarke undergraduate students have a brighter future because they can afford a quality education. For more information on how you can make Clarke work for you, go to www.clarke.edu/clarkeworks.
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As an intern at Mercy Medical Center I get to see first-hand how social work affects the lives of real people. I am going beyond the classroom and the textbook, and am making decisions that have an impact on the people in Dubuque and the surrounding communities. Nothing makes an experience more real, or more educational, than knowing that the right decision can have a lasting positive effect on someone’s life. Jamie Klein
During the four years that I spent at Clarke I developed many significant connections with people in the community. There are some truly amazing people here and every experience I had resulted in a positive impact on my education and future career. Clarke instilled in me the desire to make a positive impact in the community. I was fortunate to receive both academic and athletic scholarships. Now I feel that it’s my turn to make a difference. Nick Anderson, ’15
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I believe in the power of a strong community and we are fortunate to have access to Clarke students as a source of future employees and leaders. My business is better because of them, and that has a positive impact locally and on our overall quality of life. I support Clarke
because Clarke works for me. Dick Gregory, President FLO O R S H OW COM PAN I E S
Because of my internship experience, I was able to explore concepts that I was learning in the classroom and apply them to real life scenarios. Better yet, I gained valuable mentors that I know will help me succeed in my future career. Thank you, Ameriprise, for supporting Clarke students like me. Ashley Boleyn ‘16
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I’m a Clarke graduate and I chose to not only live in our community, but to build my business here too.
I support Clarke because Clarke continues to work for me. Sara Post, ’02, Owner and Manager I N SI PR E C AFE
You Support Clarke. Clarke Supports You. When you choose to support Clarke, you’re doing more than making a donation. You’re making a meaningful investment in the lives of our students, which isn’t something you can put a price on. No matter the size of your gift, we want to thank you for your support. The benefits listed below represent our appreciation for your generosity.
The Julien / $100-$500
Personalized brick recognition at Clarke University. Corporate name featured on the Clarke website and within Clarke Career Services materials. Printed recognition in a special Times Herald newspaper advertisement. Merchandise discount in the Whitlow Campus Store.
Eagle Point Park / $500-$999
All of the benefits listed above, plus the following:
Corporate logo featured on the Clarke website and within Clarke Career Services materials. Discounted meeting and event space at Clarke University. Family pass for four individuals to the Robert and Ruth Kehl Athletic Center. Complimentary access for four individuals to cultural and sporting events at Clarke University. Opportunity to participate in networking events with current students.
Mines of Spain / $1,000-$4,999 All of the benefits listed above, plus the following:
Corporate ad featured in an issue of Clarke Magazine, distributed to over 9,000 households and businesses. Opportunity to participate in an on-campus Coffee with Clarke event with students and faculty. Annual membership in the Clarke Founders’ Annual Giving Society. Preferred status as a Clarke internship and career partner.
The Mississippi / $5,000 (+) All of the benefits listed above, plus the following:
Opportunity to facilitate a classroom lecture for students and alumni once per academic year.
To learn more about supporting Clarke University, please go to www.clarke.edu/clarkeworks.