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Tickets on Sale Monday for Jordan Davis at Heritage Center
Mar 21, 2019
Tickets for Jordan Davis will go on sale Monday, March 25, at 10:00 a.m. The man who recently won Best New Country Artist at the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Awards will perform Friday, May 10, at 8:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Baseball Schedule Change for Wartburg Series
Mar 20, 2019
This weekend's baseball series between UD and Wartburg in Waverly has had a schedule change due to field conditions. The team's will not play on Friday and will begin the series on Saturday with a doubleheader beginning at 1:00 p.m. Game three of the series will be played on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. If Sunday's game happens to get to postponed, they will play on Monday at 3:00 p.m.
Men's Lacrosse Rallies, Holds Off Cornell
Mar 19, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team made up their postponed game against Cornell College on Tuesday night, where they would rally from behind to beat the Rams, 11-9.
A-R-C Releases Winter Academic All-Conference List
Mar 19, 2019
University of Dubuque student-athletes continue to excel on and off the court, as nine UD winter student-athletes have been named to the American Rivers Conference Academic All-Conference Team.
UD Discovers School Buses on Mars
Mar 19, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center closes its 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Family Series with The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, performed by New York City’s TheaterWorksUSA, on Sunday, April 14, at 2:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. The performance is a new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic.
Women's Lacrosse Battles but Fall Short Against Clarke
Mar 18, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse exchanged blows with the Clarke Pride all night on Monday, but the Pride pulled away late to upend the Spartans, 13-9.
Origer and Kueter Voted A-R-C Players of the Week
Mar 18, 2019
University of Dubuque’s Chase Kueter (Baseball) and Deanna Origer (Softball) have been named American Rivers Conference Players of the Week. They are the first Spartans to receive the award for the spring season.
Women's Golf Breeze's to Team Title at Myrtle Beach Tri-Match
Mar 18, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s golf team picked up where they left off in the fall, winning the North Myrtle Beach Tri-Match. Daniela Miranda picked up her first career win, shooting +8 (80) on the day.
Men's Golf Finishes Second at Myrtle Beach Invite over Spring Break
Mar 18, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s golf team competed in the Myrtle Beach Invitational to warm up for their 2019 season, coming away with a second place team finish and four individuals in the top 10.
UD to Host IATC Indoor Championships
Mar 18, 2019
The University of Dubuque will host the 2019 IATC Indoor Track and Field Championships on Saturday, March 23rd.
Softball Returns from Spring Break with 8-1 Record at Spring Games
Mar 16, 2019
The University of Dubuque softball team needed to rally in the sixth inning to capture their final game on Saturday over Marietta College by a 7-5 score.
Baseball Finishes Spring Break Trip 5-1
Mar 16, 2019
The University of Dubuque baseball team bounced back from their first loss of their spring break trip with an 8-3 victory over Concordia Wisconsin to close out their six game trip in Arizona.
Softball End Friday with Sweep and a Perfect Game
Mar 15, 2019
The University of Dubuque softball team swept on Friday, ending a pair of games early in five innings.
Men's Lacrosse Upended by Kalamazoo
Mar 15, 2019
On a snowy Friday night in Kalamazoo, the University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team fell victim to the Kalamazoo Hornets, 10-6.
The Original Three Amigos Live on Stage at Heritage Center
Mar 15, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth season of Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with music and antics of Old Mexico featuring comedy trio, Olé!, Friday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Softball Sweeps as Bats Warm Up
Mar 14, 2019
The University of Dubuque have extended their win streak to four games on Thursday after sweeping past Lasell College by a 7-1 score and then ending the night with a 11-1 win over Marywood University.
Clark Announced as Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach for Spartans
Mar 14, 2019
The University of Dubuque announces, Dan Clark has joined the Spartans as Offensive Coordinator and Offensive Line Coach for the Spartan football team.
UD Student Named Among 2019 Everyday Heroes of Northeast Iowa
Mar 14, 2019
Jaida Kramer, a first-year nursing major at University of Dubuque, was one of five local people honored as 2019 Everyday Heroes of Northeast Iowa by the American Red Cross.
Baseball Takes Game One Over Wesleyan
Mar 14, 2019
After a rainout on Tuesday, a long delay and opponent change on Wednesday, the University of Dubuque baseball team beat Wesleyan, 13-7 in the first of two matchups between the teams this week.
Spring Honors Lecture to Discuss “The Devil and Economics”
Mar 14, 2019
Adam Kotsko, an American writer, theologian, religious scholar, and translator, will present “The Devil and Economics” on Thursday, March 28, at 6:00 p.m. in Charles C. Myers Library’s Couchman Reading Room on the University of Dubuque campus.
Men's Lacrosse Earns First Win of Season
Mar 12, 2019
The University of Dubque men's lacrosse team began their two game road trip to Michigan with a solid performance and a 14-9 win over Adrian for their first victory of the 2019 season.
Softball Starts Play in Florida 3-1
Mar 12, 2019
The University of Dubuque softball team has found the early going in the 2019 Spring Games to their liking after starting spring break 3-1 for first year head coach Jeff Lamb.
Baseball Sweeps Bethany Lutheran
Mar 12, 2019
The University of Dubuque baseball team bat's got hot early and stayed hot throughout Monday night's doubleheader against Bethany Lutheran, leading to a sweep of the Vikings after wins by the score of 19-9 and 12-5.
Baseball Wins In Extras to Start Spring Break Trip
Mar 11, 2019
The University of Dubuque baseball team began their six game spring trip with a thriller on Sunday night, upending St. Thomas, 4-3 in 10 innings.
Softball Fly South for the Spring Games
Mar 10, 2019
ORLANDO, Fla. - The Spartans (1-3 overall) will hop a flight and travel to the Spring Games in Florida over spring break on March 9-17. A tough 10-game spring break schedule will help UD prepare for the conference season. Check back here throughout the week for updates.
Baseball Busy Over Spring Break
Mar 10, 2019
The University of Dubuque baseball team will leave the snow packed city of Dubuque for the warmth of Arizona for 2019 spring break. The Spartans will play in the Tucson Invitational Games at Kino Sports Complex.
Men's Lacrosse Slowed By Benedictine
Mar 9, 2019
On a cold and rainy day, the University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team was slowed down by the Benedictine Eagles in a 14-3 defeat.
Beeman and Murfin Garner All-American Honors
Mar 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field team picked up two more All-Americans on Saturday as Alison Beeman finished third in the women’s 200m dash and Blaze Murfin finished second in the men’s shot put at the 2019 NCAA Division III Indoor Championships.
Women's Lacrosse Falls to Northwestern
Mar 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse contest on Saturday was moved indoors to the HealthEast Sports Center in Woodbury, Minnesota against the University of Northwestern, where the Spartans fell to the Eagles, 21-1.
Murfin and Beeman Highlight Day One of Track & Field Championships
Mar 8, 2019
Alison Beeman and Blaze Murfin made their mark on the opening day of the 2019 NCAA Division III Indoor Track and Field Championships, Beeman raced her way into qualifying for the final in the 200m dash, while Blaze Murfin came away with a second place finish in the weight throw, earning All-American honors in the event for the third straight year.
Bailey Eliminated on Day One of Championships
Mar 8, 2019
University of Dubuque’s Tevin Bailey was on the wrong end of two close matches on Friday afternoon at the 2019 Division III Wrestling Championships, to be eliminated on the first day of the championships.
Former UD Standout Kotas Named a WBCA Thirty Under 30 Selection
Mar 8, 2019
Former University of Dubuque All-Conference performer Jenna Kotas is one of the WBCA Thirty Under 30 selections in 2018-19.
Lyric Opera of Chicago will Showcase Dubuque Native at Heritage Center
Mar 8, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center will close its sixth season of Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with “Lyrics Alive,” a cabaret-style recital featuring three singers from the Lyric Opera of Chicago’s Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center, on Friday, May 3, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Mark Twain Travels Upstream to UD’s Babka Theatre
Mar 8, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center closes the second season of its B.I.T.E. Size Series with a Mark Twain tribute performance on Friday, April 5, at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Babka Theatre. An Afternoon (or Evening) with Mark Twain will be performed by New York actor Michael Mauldin.
UDTS to Hold Spring Renewal Conference
Mar 7, 2019
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary’s Spring Renewal 2019 Conference, “The Bible and Immigration,” will be held Monday, March 25, on University of Dubuque’s campus.
Hot Start Not Enough For Men's Lacrosse
Mar 6, 2019
After having to postpone their match against Beloit two different times, the University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team finally got the game against Beloit in on Wednesday afternoon in Loves Park, Illinois. The Spartans fell victim to the Bucs at the Indoor Sports Complex at MercyHealth Sportscenter Two, 20-10.
2019 D3 Indoor Track & Field Championships Notes
Mar 6, 2019
Six members of the University of Dubuque track and field team’s will travel to Boston, Mass. to compete in the 2019 Division III Indoor Track and Field Championships on Friday, March 8th and Saturday, March 9th.
University of Dubuque Presents the Spring Praise Band and Gospel Choir Concert
Mar 6, 2019
The University of Dubuque Spring Praise Band and Gospel Choir will present a joint concert on Wednesday, April 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Blades Chapel. The praise band is under the direction of Dana Perreard, campus pastor and associate chaplain for worship, while the gospel choir is directed by Victor Evans, adjunct professor of music.
Bailey Heads to NCAA DIII Wrestling Championships
Mar 5, 2019
Tevin Bailey of the UD wrestling team will wrestle in the NCAA Division III National Championships this weekend in Roanoke, Virginia in the 184 pound weight class.
University of Dubuque Presents “30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (30 Plays in 60 Minutes)”
Mar 5, 2019
The University of Dubuque’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents 30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (30 Plays in 60 Minutes), directed by Greg Wolf, director of theatre.
Albion Drops Women's Lacrosse
Mar 4, 2019
In what was supposed to be the home opener for the women's lacrosse team, the Spartans fell to Albion College, 17-1. The game was moved indoors to the TBK Sports Center in Bettendorf, Iowa because of the cold weather in the Dubuque area.
Jordan Davis to Perform at University of Dubuque Heritage Center
Mar 4, 2019
University of Dubuque is excited to announce that emerging country star Jordan Davis will perform Friday, May 10, at 8:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center.
2019 NCAA DIII Women's and Men's Indoor Qualifiers Announced
Mar 3, 2019
The NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Track and Field and Cross Country Committee announced Sunday the participants in the 2019 NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Indoor Track and Field Championships.
Softball Opens Season Under the Rochester Dome
Mar 3, 2019
The University of Dubuque softball team will begin a new era under first year head coach Jeff Lamb. Lamb is the 14th head softball coach in the school’s history.
Last Chance Invite Weekend for Track and Field
Mar 1, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field teams continue their push towards the 2019 indoor national championships this weekend as they ran at the UW-Platteville Last Chance Invite on Friday and will compete at the Wartburg Last Chance Invite on Saturday.
Baseball Season Loses and Ties on Opening Day
Mar 1, 2019
The University of Dubuque baseball team dropped the first game of the opening series against Washington University of St. Louis, 6-2. The two teams would then tie nightcap at 3-3 as the game was called due to darkness before the start of the ninth inning.
Men's Tennis Busy Weekend Schedule to Start March
Mar 1, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's tennis team will begin a three day swing when they start the first weekend of March
Men's Lacrosse Drops Season Opener
Mar 1, 2019
After three postponements to begin the season, the University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team was finally able to get a game in on Friday afternoon, where they fell on the road to Concordia Wisconsin, 11-2.
Duo of Spartans Grab All-Conference Selections
Feb 28, 2019
The American Rivers Conference announced the members of the 2018-19 All-Conference basketball team on Wednesday, naming UD men’s basketball players Marcus McDaniel and Avery Butler to the list. McDaniel received second team honors, with Butler grabbing honorable mention.
Women's Lacrosse Drops Season Opener
Feb 27, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse team opened the 2019 season with a 16-5 loss to NAIA St. Ambrose Fighting Bees.
Miah Smith Earns All-Conference Honors as a Freshman
Feb 27, 2019
The American Rivers Conference released the 2018-19 Women’s Basketball All-Conference Team on Wednesday, where UD freshman Miah Smith was the lone Spartan to make any of the three teams, garnering honorable mention honors.
Weather Forces More Schedule Changes For This Week
Feb 27, 2019
Due to the weather, University of Dubuque athletic teams have been forced to change up their schedule. Men's lacrosse's road contest at Marian that was scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 27th, has been postponed with no make-up date being announced. Men's lacrosse also moved up their game on Saturday at Concordia Wisconsin to Friday at 2:00 p.m.. Baseball was set to play Fontbonne on March 1st and a doubleheader against Grinnell on March 2nd in St. Louis but will now only play a doubleheader at Washington University in St. Louis on Friday, March 1st beginning at noon.
University of Dubuque PA Students Achieve 100 Percent Pass Rate on National Exam
Feb 26, 2019
The inaugural class of University of Dubuque’s Master of Science in Physician Assistant (PA) Studies achieved a 100 percent first-time pass rate on the national certification exam.
"Stuart Little" to be Performed at Heritage Center
Feb 26, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Family Series with E.B. White favorite Stuart Little, performed by Virginia Repertory Theatre, on Sunday, March 31, at 2:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Sarah Thebarge to Deliver the Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture at UD
Feb 25, 2019
University of Dubuque’s Wendt Center for Character Education is pleased to announce that Sarah Thebarge, international speaker and author of The Invisible Girls and WELL, will deliver the Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture on Monday, March 25, at 7:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center.
Spartan Wrestling Places Bailey In Championship Bout at 184 lbs.
Feb 24, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team finished the NCAA Division III Lower Midwest Regional with four place winners and will send Tevin Bailey (So., Reno, Nev./Damonte Ranch H.S.) to the 2019 NCAA National Championships.
Wrestling Place Two in Semifinals of NCAA DIII Lower Midwest Regional
Feb 23, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team finished the first day of the 2019 NCAA Division III Lower Midwest Regional with a pair of quarterfinalists.
Track and Field Earns Pair of Fourth Place Finishes at A-R-C Championships
Feb 23, 2019
Both the UD women’s and men’s track and field teams posted fourth place team finishes at the 2019 American Rivers Conference Indoor Championships this weekend. The Spartan women finished with 92 team points, while the men racked up 104, both well above the fifth place team in the standings.
Men's Tennis Stifled on Saturday
Feb 23, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's tennis team dropped two non-conference matches on Saturday morning, falling to both Lawrence University and UW-Eau Claire.
Results From Day One of A-R-C Track and Field Championships
Feb 22, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field had a solid showing on the first day of the American Rivers Conference Championships, with Blaze Murfin picking up the lone title on day one in the shot put.
University of Dubuque Phi Theta Psi to Host St. Baldrick’s Foundation Head-Shaving Event
Feb 22, 2019
University of Dubuque Phi Theta Psi will host a St. Baldrick’s Foundation signature head-shaving event to raise funds and awareness for lifesaving childhood cancer research on Saturday, March 23, from noon to 6:00 p.m. in McCormick Gymnasium.
Men's Basketball Season Ends with Loss at #18 Loras
Feb 21, 2019
After sweeping the regular season series over Loras, the UD men’s basketball team was bested by the Duhawks in the American Rivers Conference Tournament Semifinals, 93-78. It was the first ever postseason match-up between the programs.
UD Love Stories 2019: Richard and Marilyn Heinisch
Feb 21, 2019
UD Love Stories 2019: Richard and Marilyn Heinisch
Norwegian Ensemble Takes Center Stage at University of Dubuque
Feb 21, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with the Unni Boksasp Ensemble on Saturday, March 23, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
University of Dubuque Named a 2019 Military Friendly® School
Feb 21, 2019
University of Dubuque ranks third in the nation on VIQTORY’s 2019-2020 Military Friendly® Schools list for private schools offering a doctorate.
Spartan Wrestling Prepares for NCAA DIII Lower Midwest Regional
Feb 20, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team will be competing in the 2019 Lower Midwest Regional on Feb. 23 and 24 at the Five Flags Center in Dubuque, Iowa. Seventeen teams will be competing over two days for one of three qualifying spots in the 10 weight classes. The top-three place winners will advance to the 2019 National Championships on March 8-9.
A-R-C Championships Ahead for Track and Field
Feb 20, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field teams will head to Wartburg College this weekend to partake in the 2019 American Rivers Conference Indoor Championships. The men’s heptathlon will get the meet underway on Friday (Feb. 22nd) morning at 10:00 a.m. and events will run all the way through Saturday, Feb. 23rd.
UD Wins Wild Affair to Advance to A-R-C Semifinals
Feb 19, 2019
After dropping the two regular season contests against Wartburg, the Unversity of Dubuque men's basketball team rallied from an 11 point halftime deficit to upset the #3-seed Wartburg Knights, 83-80 on the road and to advance to the American Rivers Conference Tournament Semifinals.
Wrestling Second at Winona State Invite
Feb 16, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team placed second at the Winona State University Invite on Saturday, Feb. 16.
Men's Basketball Lose on Senior Day, Prepare for A-R-C Tournament
Feb 16, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's basketball was hopring for a different outcome on senior day in Stoltz Sports Center on Saturday. The Spartans held a halftime lead of 38-37, but it was the Wartburg Knights who would out score the Spartans in the final 20 minutes to capture the final regular season game of the American Rivers Conference Season 71-61.
Women's Basketball Falls to #14 Wartburg in Season Finale
Feb 16, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team closed their season with a 00-00 loss to the #14 Wartburg College Knights on Saturday afternoon.
UD Posts Solid Showing at 2019 UD Spartan Invite
Feb 15, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field team won five events on Friday night at the 2019 UD Spartan Invite, leading to a second place finish for the women’s team and a third place finish for the UD men.
Men's Tennis Drops Pair of Matches on the Road
Feb 15, 2019
The University of Dubuque tennis team hit the road for the first time this season, losing to host Carthage College, 9-0, before losing to Edgewood College in a tightly contested match, 5-4.
The Dubuque College Fair to be Held at University of Dubuque
Feb 15, 2019
The Dubuque College Fair will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center on UD’s campus.
UD Love Stories 2019: Gary and Elizabeth Peckham
Feb 14, 2019
Gary and Elizabeth Peckham found love at UD.
Both Cross Country Teams Earn USTFCCCA Academic Honors
Feb 14, 2019
The United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association announced their Team Academic Awards for the 2018 cross country season, with UD’s men’s and women’s team making the list.
Track and Field to Host UD Spartan Invite
Feb 14, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field teams host the 2019 UD Spartan Invite on Friday, Feb. 15th at the Chlapaty Rec and Wellness Center on A.Y. McDonald Indoor Track. Field events get the meet underway at 2:00 p.m., with running events beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Wrestling Wins Big On Senior Night
Feb 13, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team wrapped up the dual portion of their season with a quick victory over the Simpson on Wednesday night, downing the Storm 43-6.
Spartans Cheer and Stunt Repeat as A-R-C Team Routine Champions
Feb 11, 2019
The Dance and Cheer teams from the American Rivers Conference endured snowy travel to arrive at the P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium for the second annual A-R-C Competitive Dance and Cheer Invitational.
Spartans Track and Field Show Team Effort at 2019 UW-Platteville Invite
Feb 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque women's and men's track and field teams claimed four titles and were runner-ups on 10 others in a successful day at the 2019 UW-Platteville Indoor Track and Field Invite.
Spartans Wrestling Finish with Eight Place Winners at Central Last Chance Invite
Feb 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team competed at the 2019 Central College Last Chance Invitational on Saturday and finished with eight place winners. The Spartans are prepping for their final dual meet in the American Rivers Conference when Simpson journeys to Dubuque for Senior Night on Tuesday, Feb. 12.
Men's Tennis Open 2019 Season at Home
Feb 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's tennis was looking for a better start to their 2019 season on Saturday, but an early injury to their #2 singles Jason Reddy would hamper their success. UD went 0-2 on the day after opening with a 0-9 loss to University of St. Thomas and then lost in the night cap 0-9 to Saint Ambrose University.
Men's Hoops Lose at BVU, Still Control Own Destiny
Feb 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team traveled to Storm Lake on Saturday, where they were tripped up by Buena Vista, 83-61.
Women's Basketball Falls On Road to Buena Vista
Feb 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team faltered in the second half and lost to the Buena Vista Beavers on Saturday afternoon, 95-73.
Wrestling Taken Down by #10 Coe
Feb 8, 2019
The University of Dubuque Spartans wrestling team fell victim to the Coe College Kohawks on Friday night, droping the American Rivers Conference match, 44-6.
UD Love Stories 2019: John and Jane Neve
Feb 7, 2019
John Neve (C'60, BM'65) and Jane Gibbs (C'62) met at University of Dubuque in fall 1959. With the same values and faith they soon found out they were the perfect match.
Baseball Picked to Repeat in 2019
Feb 7, 2019
The American Rivers Conference released the preseason coaches’ poll for the 2019 baseball season on Thursday, tabbing the University of Dubuque Spartans to repeat as conference championships.
Spartans Stumble at Home to Kohawks
Feb 6, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball could not take advantage of a halftime lead and fell to the Coe College Kohawks, 74-64 on Wednesday night in Dubuque.
Women's Basketball Beaten at the Buzzer
Feb 6, 2019
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team led for the better part of Wednesday's game only to have it ripped out of their grasps on a made three point basket by the Coe College Kohawks at the buzzer, in a 78-81 defeat.
The Giver to Play at UD’s Babka Theatre
Feb 6, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues second season of its B.I.T.E. Size Series with The Giver on Sunday, March 3, at 2:00 p.m. and Monday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Babka Theatre.
Hilarious Hijinxs with ComedySportz at UD’s Babka Theatre
Feb 5, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its second season of its B.I.T.E. Size Series with Guys in Ties by ComedySportz on Friday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m. in Babka Theatre.
McDaniel Earns A-R-C Player of Week for Second Time
Feb 4, 2019
University of Dubuque student-athlete Marcus McDaniel has been voted American Rivers Conference Player of the Week for men’s basketball, after helping lead the Spartans to a 2-0 week, including a win over #18 Loras.
A Special Celtic Celebration Coming to Heritage Center
Feb 4, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth season of Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with A Celtic Celebration: Scythian and Kennedy’s Kitchen on Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this special musical collaboration.
Spartans Hold Off Dutch for Crucial A-R-C Win
Feb 2, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team picked up a pivotal win in the American Rivers Conference by topping Central College, 75-72 on Saturday afternoon.
Central Pulls Away In Closing Seconds From Women's Hoops
Feb 2, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team hung with the Central College Dutch for all 40 minutes on Saturday afternoon but came up just short against the Dutch, falling by a score of 66-59.
Spartans Track and Field Shine at Wartburg Select
Feb 2, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field team finished well at the 2019 Wartburg Indoor Slect Track and Field Meet. The women's team placed second overall with 122 points spurred by four first place finshes and five second placings. The men's team finished third with 142 points. The men's team compiled five first place finishes and five second places.
Spartans Wrestling Held Scoreless in Home Loss
Feb 1, 2019
The University of Dubuque hosted #8-ranked Loras College on Friday night in front of a loud crowd of wrestling fans and it would fall in favor of the Duhawks by a 49-0 margin.
Spring Convocation
Feb 1, 2019
University of Dubuque's first Spring Convocation will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center, and continue until 3:15 p.m. at various locations on campus.
Spartans Stun #18 Duhawks on Road
Jan 30, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team took down Loras, 96-94 in overtime and thrilling fashion to complete the season sweep of the Duhawks.
Women's Basketball Stumbles Against Loras
Jan 30, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team traveled down the road on Wednesday afternoon to take on Loras College, but fell to the Duhawks, 104-48.
Time Change for UD-Loras Basketball Doubleheader
Jan 29, 2019
Wednesday's (Jan. 30th) American Rivers Conference basketball doubleheader between the University of Dubuque and Loras College has had a time change due to the impending weather. The games were orginially scheduled for the women to play at 6:00 p.m. and men at 8:00 p.m. have been moved up to 2:00 p.m. tip-off for the women and a 4:00 tip-off for the men at Loras' Athletic and Wellness Center.
Beeman and Murfin Garner A-R-C Awards
Jan 29, 2019
University of Dubuque track and field student athletes, Blaze Murfin and Alison Beeman have been named American Rivers Conference Performers of the Week for their performance over the weekend at the Minnesta State Mark Schuck Invite.
Busy Final Weekend of January for Track and Field
Jan 26, 2019
The Men placed 6th at MSU Mark Schuck Open with 55 points and the women's team placed 12th with 22 points. At the UW-Platteville Open the women's team finished second with 115 points and the men's team placed third with 33 points.
Men's Basketball Outscored in Second Half by Simpson
Jan 26, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's basketball lost their fourth consecutive game all in the past seven days. The Spartans were defeated on Saturday afternoon by a 62-75 margin to the Simpson College Storm.
Final Results from Pete Willson Wheaton Invite
Jan 26, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestlers took the mat this weekend at the Pete Willson Wheaton Invite amongt 37 other teams and 260 indivdual wrestlers. The Spartans accumulated 15.5 team points to finish in 33rd place in the team standings.
Women's Basketball Sunk By Storm
Jan 26, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team hung tight with the Simpson College Storm for the first 20 minutes, but the Storm used a big third quarter to drop the Spartans, 91-55.
Men's Basketball Downed by Luther's Record Setting Night
Jan 23, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team lost at home on Wednesday night to the Luther Norse 87-97. It was the hot shooting Luther Norse (7-10 overall, 1-8 in A-R-C) who set a record by sinking 20, three point shots (20-34, 58.8%).
Women's Hoops Late Rally Falls Short Against Norse
Jan 23, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team battled the Luther College Norse, who sit near the top of the American Rivers Conference standings, to the end on Wednesday night but fell just short, 75-70.
Cast Selected for Performance of Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs at Heritage Center
Jan 23, 2019
A cast of 50 local youth will present an original musical adaptation of Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in University of Dubuque Heritage Center, John and Alice Butler Hall. The performance will be the culmination of a week-long rehearsal with Missoula Children’s Theatre touring company.
Murfin Named National Male Athlete of the Week
Jan 22, 2019
The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced their athletes of the week for the NCAA and NJCAA on Tuesday and named UD's Blaze Murfin the National Male Athlete of the Week for NCAA Division III.
#1 NWU Runs Away From UD in Second Half
Jan 21, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team led #1 Nebraska Wesleyan at halftime, but the Prairie Wolves got hot in the second half and handed the Spartans a 69-54 defeat.
Murfin and Pointer Honored By A-R-C
Jan 21, 2019
Colfay Pointer and Blaze Murfin of UD men’s track and field, are the first UD student-athletes to earn American Rivers Conference Athlete of the Week honors after their performances over the weekend.
Women's Hoops Falls to Prairie Wolves
Jan 21, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team closed out their road trip with their second game in three days with a 64-79 loss at Nebraska Wesleyan.
STOMP Makes First Dubuque Appearance at UD Heritage Center
Jan 21, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with international percussion sensation, STOMP, on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. This is STOMP’s first appearance in the Dubuque market.
Spartans Lose at Wartburg 65-82
Jan 19, 2019
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team trailed the host Knights by seven at halftime 36-43. Wartburg would extend that lead after out scoring the Spartans in the final 20 minutes 39-29 to capture the American Rivers Conference tilt 82-65.
Women's Basketball Start Busy Week of Action
Jan 19, 2019
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team kicked off a tough schedule with four games in the next seven days. Saturday, the Spartans faced a tough #19-ranked Wartburg squad who won the A-R-C contest 104-64.
UD Wins Nine Titles at Sol Butler Classic
Jan 19, 2019
Despite the winter storm, University of Dubuque track and field hosted the 2019 Solomon Butler Classic on Saturday afternoon. Both the Spartan women and men finished second in the team points standings with 11 individuals recording top two finishes over 16 events.
Results From A-R-C Wrestling Duals
Jan 19, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team faced stiff competion on Saturday morning, dropping all three of their duals at the American Rivers Conference Duals Tournament to #3 Wartburg, #12 Central and Buena Vista.
Lightwire: The Show to Light Up Dubuque
Jan 17, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth season of Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Lightwire Theater, of Dallas, Texas, on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Track and Field to Host Sol Butler Classic
Jan 17, 2019
The University of Dubuque track and field team will jump start their 2018-2019 indoor season on Saturday when they host the 2019 Sol Butler Classic in the UD CRWC. Field events will begin at 10:30 a.m., with running events getting underway at 11:00 a.m.
UD Wrestlers Head to A-R-C Duals
Jan 14, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team heads to the 2019 American Rivers Conference Duals on Saturday for three matches in Waverly, Iowa, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Wrestling Finish 9th at Cornell's Cliff Keen Mike Duroe Open
Jan 12, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team placed ninth out of 18 teams at the 2019 Cornell College Cliff Keen Mike Duroe Open on Saturday with 58.5 points.
Men's Hoops Shows Grit in 55-52 Win over BVU
Jan 12, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team pulled out a gutsy win on Saturday afternoon by taking down the Buena Vista Beavers 55-52 in the final seconds.
Spartans Pick Up First A-R-C Win
Jan 12, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team used a spirited effort on Saturday afternoon to take down the Buena Vista Beavers, 86-77, and earn their first conference victory of the season.
Spartans Stumble Against Kohawks
Jan 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team dropped their second consecutive American Rivers Conference matchup, this time losing at Coe College, 86-70.
Dwight's Career-High 25 Points Not Enough Against Coe
Jan 9, 2019
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team got career-high's in points from Kia Dwight and Morgan Meerstein on Wednesday night, but it was not enough as the Spartans fell to the Coe College Kohawks, 78-64.
Bonus Points Lead to 39-10 Rout of Augustana
Jan 8, 2019
The University of Dubuque wrestling team imposed their will on Augustana (Ill.) on Tuesday, winning eight-of-10 matches to top the Vikings, 39-10.
UD Presents Charles Barland Faculty Organ Recital
Jan 7, 2019
Charles Barland, DMA, professor of music and head of the Department of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Dubuque, will perform an organ recital on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 7:00 p.m. at Queen of the Rosary Chapel in Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. The concert is free and open to the public.
Final Results from UD's Jim Fox Duals
Jan 5, 2019
The Spartans finished 3-0 on the day in the 2019 Jim Fox Duals on Saturday.
UD Win Streak Snapped at Six by Simpson
Jan 5, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team saw their six game win streak come to an end on Saturday afternoon, despite having a halftime lead. Simpson used eight second half three pointers to upend the Spartans, 86-71.
Women's Basketball Struck By Storm
Jan 5, 2019
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball hung with the Simpson College Storm for the first half but the Storm overpowered the Spartans in the second half and took down the Spartans, 102-65.
Winter Heats Up with Femmes of Rock at Heritage Center
Jan 4, 2019
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Femmes of Rock starring Bella Electric Strings on Friday, Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
UD Jim Fox Spartan Wrestling Duals Schedule
Jan 3, 2019
The University of Dubuque will be hosting it's 13th Annual Jim Fox Spartan Duals on Saturday, January 5, 2019 in the Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center. The three rounds of matches will begin on three mats beginning at 1 p.m. with as many JV matches as can be wrestled between rounds.
Spartans Pick Up Sixth Straight Win
Jan 2, 2019
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team used a big second half on the road to improve to 10-3 overall after a 93-74 win over Central College.
Women's Basketball Lose to Dutch
Jan 2, 2019
The University of Dubuque womenb's basketball returned to American Rivers Conference action and would play well in a slim 66-72 defeat on ther road on Wednesday night.
Wrestling Finish 2-1 at University of Chicago Duals
Dec 30, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team closed out 2018 at the University of Chivcago Duals and would finish 2-1 on the day.
Men's Basketball End 2018 with a Road Win
Dec 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team ended the night with four Spartans in double digit scoring to end their 2018 season with a 80-63 road win over Iowa Wesleyan.
Women's Hoops Snaps Skid With Rout of Kalamazoo
Dec 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team snapped their ten game losing streak after cruising 87-53 win over Kalamazoo in the consolation game of the Charles B. Zimmerman Memorial Tournament.
Men's Basketball Rally to Win Intercity Match-up
Dec 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's basketball showed signs of being off for Christmas Holiday and were held to just eight made baskets in the opening half of action. Coach Robbie Sieverding rallied his troops at halftime and the Spartans fought from as much ad 14 points down to capture the match on Friday afternoon by an 84-78 margin.
Women's Basketball Upended By Wittenberg
Dec 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team had the lead midway through the first quarter on Friday afternoon against Wittenberg, but ended up falling to the Tigers at the Charles B. Zimmerman Memorial Tournament, 89-58.
Match Notes: Chicago Duals
Dec 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team heads to Chicago on Saturday for the University of Chicago Duals beginning at 1:00 p.m.
UD Closes Out Daytona Beach Shootout With Blowout Win
Dec 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team picked up their third straight win after beating Marian University 78-59 in the Daytona Beach Shootout.
Women's Basketball Rallies Late in Loss
Dec 18, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team fought back from over 30 points down on Tuesday night to end the night with a 57-72 loss to the North Central College Cardinals.
Spartans Pull Away Late From Rockford
Dec 18, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team improved to 6-3 on the season after the Spartans came away with a 87-72 win over Rockford in the first game of the Daytona Beach Shootout.
Lightwire: The Show to Light Up Dubuque
Dec 18, 2018
Lightwire Theater, of Dallas, Texas, will make a stop at University of Dubuque Heritage Center as part of its 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. Lightwire: The Show replaces the formerly scheduled LUMA: Art in Darkness performance originally scheduled for the same date. LUMA has cancelled its winter tour of the upper Midwest region.
Arline Dieterich Celebrates 100th Birthday at University of Dubuque
Dec 17, 2018
Arline Dieterich (C’41) celebrated her 100th birthday at her alma mater on Nov. 30 with family, friends, former students, a police officer, a physician, and the president of University of Dubuque.
Men's Hoops Travels To Daytona Beach Shootout
Dec 17, 2018
For the second consecutive year, the University of Dubuque men’s basketball team travels to the Daytona Beach Shootout in Daytona Beach, Florida for their holiday tournament. The Spartans will play games on December 18th and 19th.
UD Duals Results
Dec 15, 2018
The University of Dubuque hosted the UD Duals wrestling on Saturday, the Spartans would pick up two wins on the afternoon.
Local Youth to Audition for Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs at Heritage Center
Dec 14, 2018
Local youth can audition for the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs on Monday, Jan. 21, from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. at University of Dubuque Heritage Center’s John and Alice Butler Hall.
UD Men Named Top D3 Shuttle Hurdle Team in 2018
Dec 13, 2018
The USTFCCCA announced the Accusplit Relay Award winners from the 2018 outdoor track & field season on Thursday afternoon, naming the UD men’s shuttle hurdle relay as the top shuttle hurdle team in NCAA Division III.
Spartans Overcome By Vikings
Dec 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team battled until the end but fell short against Augustana on Wednesday night, 61-54.
UD Duals Wrestling Schedule
Dec 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team will host the 2018 UD Duals on Saturday, Feb. 15 with matches to begin at 1 p.m. in Stoltz Sports Center.
A Rockin’ Evening with Million Dollar Quartet at Heritage Center
Dec 11, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Million Dollar Quartet on Friday, Jan. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Eniola and Murfin Honored by A-R-C
Dec 10, 2018
Two UD track and field members began the 2018-19 season by earning American Rivers Conference Track and Field - Field Athletes of the Week after helping the Spartans win the 2018 Dubuque Championships.
University of Dubuque to Hold December Commencement
Dec 10, 2018
University of Dubuque will hold a December Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 13, at 3:00 p.m. in Heritage Center’s John and Alice Butler Hall on campus.
Men's Basketball Scrimmage Northern Iowa in Tight Battle
Dec 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque scrimmged the University of Northern Iowa and lost a hard fought battle by a slim 67-75 margin.
Three Place Winners at North Central Wrestling Invite
Dec 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque competed at the North Central College Wrestling Invite on Saturday and earned three place winners for the Spartans.
Track and Field Wins 2018 Dubuque Championships
Dec 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field team kicked off the 2018-19 indoor season by taking home the title for the 2018 Dubuque Championships.
Women's Basketball Falls to Undefeated UW-La Crosse
Dec 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team took a break from conference play on Saturday to take on UW-La Crosse, losing 77-49.
Heritage Center Announces Christmas Box Office Hours and Holiday Offers
Dec 7, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center will have Christmas hours and specials.
2018 UD's Battle of the Bluff Indoor Track and Field Championships
Dec 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams kick off their indoor season with the "Battle of the Bluff" city championships on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 7-8.
Spartan Men Win Tight Battle Over Norse
Dec 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team lead wire-to-wire in route to a 78-77 road win over the Luther College Norse.
Women's Basketball Suffer Road Loss
Dec 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball are still searching for their first American Rivers Conference win after losing on the road Wednesday night to the Luther Norse 54-89.
Spartans of UD: Joe Letriz
Dec 5, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Joe Letriz (C’13) is the technical services manager at the Charles C. Myers Library.
McDaniel Named A-R-C Men's Hoops Player of Week
Dec 3, 2018
After helping knock off the 19th-ranked team in the nation and setting a school record against the #1 team in the nation, Marcus McDaniel has been selected as the American Rivers Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week.
Spartan Wrestlers Get Dual Road Win
Dec 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team earned their first American Rivers Conference win of the season as they took down Nebraska Wesleyan 23-20 on Saturday afternoon in Lincoln.
UD's Upset Bid of #1 Nebraska Wesleyan Falls Short
Dec 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team tried to knock off their second ranked team of the week on Saturday afternoon but #1 Nebraska Wesleyan pulled away in the second half to beat the Spartans 92-78 and avoid the upset.
Women's Basketball Downed by Prairie Wolves at Home
Dec 1, 2018
Saturday, the visiting Prairie Wolves would pressure the Spartans, who started four freshmen, took advantage of some early UD miscues in a 53-77 victory for Nebraska Wesleyan.
Wrestling Falls to Norse in American Rivers Conference Opener
Nov 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team opened their 2018-19 American Rivers Conference season on the road at Luther College on Thursday evening. The host Norse were not so friendly on the mat after capturing the tilt by a 3-36 score.
UD Football Alum Oscar White Earns Spot on San Antonio Commanders
Nov 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s Oscar White (Cl’15) a native of River Falls, Wis., earned a spot on the San Antonio Commanders team as a defensive back among the Alliance of American Football League which begins in February on CBS.
Neil MacNaughton Honored With Karen Evans Immigrant Champion Award
Nov 29, 2018
Neil MacNaughton, PhD, associate professor and assistant head of the University of Dubuque Nursing Department, received the Karen Evans Immigrant Champion Award at the 11th annual Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit held Nov. 17, 2018, at Des Moines Area Community College - Ankeny Campus. The award is given to a non-immigrant who is dedicated to making a positive impact on the immigrant community.
Spartans Hand #19 Duhawks First Loss of Season
Nov 28, 2018
In front a packed house and energetic crowd, the University of Dubuque men’s basketball team dropped the 19th ranked Loras College Duhawks, 78-73.
Women's Basketball Fall in A-R-C Opener
Nov 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team dug themselves a hole in the opening quarter on Wednesday, but would fight back in a 71-93 loss to the Loras College Duhawks.
Spartans of UD: Abby Smith
Nov 28, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Abby Smith is a senior with a double major in secondary education and mathematics who proves that your major shouldn’t keep you from pursuing other hobbies. Smith is president of the UD Concert Choir and a member of the UD Chamber Singers. She is excited to perform in Christmas at Heritage Center on Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. After graduation, Smith plans to move to Des Moines, Iowa, to teach and eventually obtain a master’s degree in mathematics.
UD to Celebrate Inaugural Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Commencement
Nov 28, 2018
University of Dubuque will celebrate the inaugural Master of Science in Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Commencement Ceremony with 23 graduates on Friday, Dec. 7, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center.
UD Mediation Team Performs Well at Mediation Tournament
Nov 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque Mediation Team performed well at the International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournament held Nov. 15-17 at Drake University Law School in Des Moines, Iowa.
Brown Named First Team All-North Region
Nov 27, 2018
The United Soccer Coaches announced their all-region teams on Monday night, naming UD sophomore Carissa Brown to the Division III First Team All-North Region.
Women's Hoops Falls in Overtime
Nov 20, 2018
In a back and forth battle with Carleton College, the University of Dubuque women's basketball team fell on Tuesday night, 98-93 in overtime.
Spartans of UD: Melissa Hemesath
Nov 20, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Melissa Hemesath is the associate vice president for the Office of Advancement. She enjoys listening to graduates share their stories and memories from their time at UD.
Men's Basketball Victorious Over College of St. Scholastica
Nov 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team rebounded from a tough loss on Friday night at the Loras College Classic to capture the win on Saturday afternoon by a 86-75 margin over College of St. Scholastica.
Women's Basketball Lose to UW-Whitewater on the Road
Nov 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball faced a tough WIAC opponent when they tipped off with the UW-Whitewater Warhawks at the UW-Stevens Point Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 17. The Spartans lost 47-73, but were led by Sydney Hazuga who finished with 14 points.
Wrestling Earn Four Place Winners at Coe Invite
Nov 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team finished with four place winners at the 2018 Coe College Invite on Saturday, Nov. 17.
Bass Wraps Up Historic Cross Country Career at NCAA Championships
Nov 17, 2018
University of Dubuque senior and 2018 American Rivers Conference Champion was the lone Spartan to run at the 2018 Division III NCAA Championships on Saturday, finishing in a time of 25:49.1 and 139th place.
Slow Start Dooms Women's Basketball
Nov 16, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s basketball team could not recover from a slow start and dropped their first game at the UWSP Tip-Off to UW-Stevens Point, 87-56.
Olivet Takes Game From Men's Basketball in Final Minute
Nov 16, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team suffered tough loss on Friday night as Olivet scored seven points in the final 70 seconds to beat the Spartans 84-77.
Andresen Garners CoSIDA Academic All-District Recognition
Nov 16, 2018
University of Dubuque junior and volleyball middle hitter, Rylee Andresen, was honored for her work on the court and in the classroom by CoSIDA, being named First Team Academic All-District.
A-R-C Announces Football All-Conference Teams
Nov 15, 2018
The American Rivers Conference announced the All-Conference selections for the 2018 football seasons with 11 Spartans receiving honors, two on first team, five on second and five honorable mention.
Men's Basketball Flies Past Eagles
Nov 14, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team lead for all but two minutes on Wednesday night in route to a 82-66 victory over Edgewood College.
Bass Set To Run At NCAA Championships
Nov 14, 2018
UD senior Alec Bass will be the lone Spartan to run at the 2018 NCAA Division III Cross Country Championships on Saturday. Bass’ quest to become an All-Mmerican will begin at 12:15 on Saturday at the Lake Breeze Golf Club.
Spartans of UD: Tom Scroggs
Nov 14, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Tom Scroggs, a senior biology major, studied the ecological factors controlling Lyme disease-causing bacteria as part of the Joseph and Linda Chlapaty Summer Fellowship. He is also a member of the UD Bass Fishing Team and Pre-Health Professions Club.
Women in Aviation at the University of Dubuque Digital Collection to Launch
Nov 14, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Charles C. Myers Library will launch its digital collection, Women in Aviation at UD, on Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Jubeck New World Brewing. The event is free and open to the public.
Butler Named A-R-C Men's Hoops Player of the Week
Nov 13, 2018
The first year Spartan, Avery Butler of men's basketball, was named American Rivers Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week for his play during the opening week of the season.
AVCA Selects Wright as Honorable Mention All-American
Nov 13, 2018
The American Volleyball Coaches Assosicated announced their All-Americans for the 2018 volleyball season, naming Kara Wright honorable mention.
Heritage Center Announces Holiday Promotions and Thanksgiving Box Office Hours
Nov 13, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center will have Thanksgiving hours and specials.
Women's Basketball Win on the Road
Nov 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's basketball team earned the victory on Monday night over Finlandia by a 90-54 margin in their season opener.
Football Falls Short of Conference Championship
Nov 10, 2018
The University of Dubuque football team faced the Wartburg College Knights on Saturday for the American Rivers Conference title in front of chilly crowd.
Spartans Put Four in Finals at UW-Platteville Super 8 Invite
Nov 10, 2018
The University of Dubuque wrestling team competed on Saturday at the UW-Platteville Super 8 Wrestling Invitational. UD was led by a quad of Spartans who battled their way to the championships match in their weight classes.
Spartans Win Uptempo Battle 110-102 Over Greenville
Nov 10, 2018
In a fast-paced affair that came down to the final minute, the Spartans made the big plays late and came out with a 110-102 win over Greenville University.
Bass Lone Spartan To Qualify For Cross Country Nationals
Nov 10, 2018
The University of Dubuque cross country teams traveled to Waverly, Iowa to run in the 2018 NCAA Division III Central Regional with the men finishing in 15th and women in 23rd. Alec Bass finished sixth among all individuals on the men’s side to qualify for the NCAA Division III National Championships next weekend.
UD's Season Comes To End At NCAA Regional
Nov 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team ran into a buzz saw that was #10 University of Chicago and fell in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, 3-0 (13-25,20-25,20-25).
Wright Recognized as AVCA All-Central Region
Nov 9, 2018
University of Dubuque junior, volleyball outside hitter Kara Wright, has been named All-Central Region by the American Volleyball Coaches Association.
Men's Basketball Drops Season Opener
Nov 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s basketball team began the 2018-19 season with a hard fought road loss at Millikin, falling to the Big Blue 76-71.
55 UD Student-Athletes Make A-R-C All-Academic Team
Nov 8, 2018
The American Rivers Conference announced the members of the fall 2018 All-Academic Team on Thursday. 56 Spartans had a grade point average of 3.50 or better and as a whole, the conference had 475 elligble student-athletes reach this feat.
STOMP Performance at University of Dubuque Heritage Center Rescheduled
Nov 8, 2018
STOMP’s February performance at the University of Dubuque Heritage Center as part of the sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series has been rescheduled.
Spartans Softball to Hold Camp on Dec 1-2
Nov 7, 2018
The University of Dubuque softball team will hold a camp on December 1-2, 2018.
Spartans of UD: Rick Ernst
Nov 7, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus.
A-R-C Announces Men's Soccer All-Conference
Nov 7, 2018
UD’s Cameron Scott, Dominik Chece and Joshua Merkel were named Honorable Mention All-Conference for the 2018 season as announced by the American Rivers Conference on Wednesday.
Women's Soccer Gets Six on All-Conference Teams
Nov 6, 2018
The Amercian Rivers Conference released the 2018 Women’s Soccer All-Conference Team on Tuesday afternoon with UD’s Carissa Brown, Lauren Cangelosi, Alexa Martin, Lexus Rose, Victoria Roethler and Olivia Sullivan all earning all-conference honors. All six Spartans that received all-conference honors in 2018, did so in 2017 as well.
Semester Fallout Improv Extravaganza at University of Dubuque
Nov 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque Spartaneous Improv Troupe, advised by Greg Wolf, assistant professor of theatre, will give audience members a night full of laughter with Semester Fallout Improv Extravaganza on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Heritage Center’s Babka Theatre.
Four Spartans Grab A-R-C Player of Week Accolades
Nov 6, 2018
Rylee Andresen and Kara Wright of volleyball and Chad Marsh and AJ Hunter of football brought home American Rivers Conference Player of the Week honors for their performances over the last week.
Volleyball Placed in Chicago Regional
Nov 5, 2018
The NCAA announced the bracket for the 2018 NCAA Division III Volleyball NCAA Tournament on Monday afternoon, sending the Spartans to Chicago, Illinois to take on the University of Chicago on Friday night.
Holiday Capers with Junie B. Jones at University of Dubuque Heritage Center
Nov 5, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Family Series with Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells, performed by Casa Mañana Theatre of Fort Worth, Texas, on Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Football Braves the Storm and Win 17-6 to Keep Title Hopes Alive
Nov 3, 2018
The University of Dubuque kept their chance alive for another conference tournament title after beating the Simpson College Storm by a 17-6 final on Saturday. Heavy rain played a factor with each offense turning the ball over multiple times in the contest.
Volleyball Wins American Rivers Conference Tournament Title
Nov 3, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team upended the Wartburg Knights in four set on Saturday night to claim the American Rivers Conference championship and clinch the automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Spartans Add Weight Room to Veterans Memorial Training Center
Nov 2, 2018
The University of Dubuque recently completed an addition in November of 2018 to the Veterans Memorial Training Center which was expanded to include a new weight room with state-of-the-art, custom UD Athletics equipment by elitefts.
University of Dubuque Named to Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges 2019 Rankings
Nov 2, 2018
University of Dubuque has been recognized for its commitment to providing quality educational opportunities to veterans and military-connected students. For the second straight year, Military Times named UD to its Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. UD was the highest-ranked Iowa institution, placing 22nd on a list of 137 four-year universities.
Tickets Available for University of Dubuque’s Christmas at Heritage Center
Nov 2, 2018
University of Dubuque will present its sixth annual Christmas at Heritage Center on Friday, Nov. 30, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. This year’s celebration is titled Break Forth, O Beauteous Light: An Evening of Lessons and Carols.
Volleyball Advances to Conference Tourney Championship
Nov 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team swept past the visiting Coe College Kohawks on Thursday night in the American Rivers Conference Tournament in straight sets to advance to the tournament championship on Saturday.
Volleyball Hauls in A-R-C Awards
Nov 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque racked up American Rivers All-Conference honors as announced by the conference on Thursday afternoon. The Spartans swept the main awards with Kara Wright as the A-R-C MVP, Kate Messino as Freshman of the Year and April Elsbernd as Coach of the Year.
Director of Award-Winning Documentary “The Apology” to Speak at University of Dubuque
Nov 1, 2018
Tiffany Hsiung, director of the award-winning documentary The Apology, will speak about violence against women, social responsibility, humanity, and more on Monday, Nov. 12, at 6:15 p.m. in Blades Chapel on the University of Dubuque campus.
Spartans of UD: Jasia and Dasia Powell
Nov 1, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study and campus. Jasia and Dasia Powell, seniors from Mount Vernon, Georgia, have made UD their home away from home.
Spartans Lose Heartbreaker in A-R-C Semifinals
Oct 31, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team fell to rival Loras College in the American Rivers Conference Semifinals on Wednesday night, 3-2
Palacios-Quinonez Named A-R-C Honorable Mention
Oct 31, 2018
The American Rivers Conference announced the all-conference teams for the 2018 women’s tennis season on Wednesday with Ashley Palacios-Quinonez being selected as honorable mention.
Game Notes: Key City Rivalry, Postseason Edition
Oct 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team travels down the road to face Loras at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Rock Bowl in the American Rivers Conference Tournament Semifinals.
Bass and Duffy Earn A-R-C Accolades
Oct 29, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Alec Bass (Cross Country) and Sean Duffy (Football), earned athlete of the week honors for the respective sport after their performances over the weekend.
Football Compiles Over 600 Yards of Offense in Homecoming Victory
Oct 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead before finishing the homecoming game with a 54-35 victory over Nebraska Wesleyan Saturday on Chalmers Field.
Spartans Move On in A-R-C Tournament with 3-1 Win
Oct 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team scored three unanswered goals to upend the Central College Dutch 3-1 in the opening round of the American Rivers Conference Tournament.
Bass Takes Home American Rivers Conference Title
Oct 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque cross country team traveled west to Lincoln, Nebraska for the American Rivers Conference Championship on Saturday. Alec Bass highlighted the day winning the men’s individual title in 26:03.04, the first Spartan to win an individual conference title since 1962. The men’s team finished seventh in the team race and the women finished eighth.
Volleyball Grabs Two Wins to Wrap Up Regular Season
Oct 26, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team closed out the regular season on a high note as they defeated Alverno, 3-0 and Grinnell, 3-1 on Senior Day on Friday afternoon.
Spartans Begin Postseason Push on Saturday
Oct 25, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team will play host to the Central Dutch on Saturday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. in the first round of the American Rivers Conference Tournament.
Volleyball Captures Win in Final A-R-C Regular Season Match
Oct 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's volleyball team finished the regular season of the American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) with a 3-1 road victory over the Loras College Duhawks on Wednesday night.
Spartans of UD: Jon Davison
Oct 24, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Jon Davison (C’61), senior counsel in the Office of Advancement, has worn numerous hats in his nearly 40 years at UD.
Darryl Burton, Wrongly Convicted of Capital Murder, to Speak in Dubuque
Oct 24, 2018
Darryl Burton, who was wrongly convicted of capital murder over 30 years ago, will speak at two events in Dubuque this month. Both lectures are free and open to the public.
Men's Soccer Season Ends with Defeat to #23 Luther
Oct 23, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team closed out the 2018 season with a road loss at #23 Luther, 1-0. This ends a run of 11 straight years of qualifing for the conference tournament for the men's program.
Women's Soccer Win Streak Snapped
Oct 23, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's soccer team saw their month long win streak come to an end on Tuesday night as they fell to the Luther College Norse in the regular season finale, 1-0.
Men's Golf 15th at 2018 Men's Whistling Straits Championships
Oct 23, 2018
Men's golf place 15th at 2018 Men's Whistling Straits Championships after shooting 330 and 335. Anthony Mendoza tied for 34th overall after rounds of 80 and 80. Jordan Elliott (165), Kane Hyde (168), Peyton Keefer (172), and Garvin Paper (177).
University of Dubuque Offers New Common App for Transfer Students
Oct 23, 2018
The University of Dubuque today announced the launch of a new transfer application designed to improve the transfer admission process for four-year transfer and community college students looking to complete their bachelor’s degrees at UD.
Men's Golf Tied for 14th in Opening Round of Whistling Straits
Oct 22, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team opened up play at the 2018 Whistling Straits Intercollegiate Championships on Monday and finished the first day tied for 14th overall after firing a 330.
Cangelosi A-R-C Female Athlete of the Week
Oct 22, 2018
Women’s soccer senior forward, Lauren Cangelosi has been named American Rivers Conference Female Athlete of the Week and Offensive Player of the Week for her play last week (10/15-21) in the Spartans two wins.
University of Dubuque to Honor Alumni at Awards Ceremony
Oct 22, 2018
University of Dubuque will honor 10 outstanding alumni at the Alumni/ae Recognition Brunch and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 10:00 a.m. in Heritage Center. The ceremony is part of UD’s annual Homecoming celebration weekend.
Spartans Football Hold Beavers to One Score in 38-7 Romp
Oct 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque held the host Buena Vista University Beavers to just one score on Saturday as the Spartans won 38-7 on the road in a very windy Storm Lake.
Volleyball Rallies to Beat Central in Five Sets
Oct 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team fell behind 2-0 on Saturday afternoon in Pella but stormed back to upend the Central College Dutch, 3-2 (19-25,20-25,25-21,25-21,15-6).
Spartans Get Shutout Win on Senior Day
Oct 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team closed out their home schedule for the 2018 season with an impressive 2-0 win over Buena Vista University.
Women's Soccer Win Streak Moves to Five
Oct 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team jumped all over Buena Vista in the first half on Saturday with three first half goals and cruised to a 3-0 win on Senior Day.
Volleyball Stopped by Storm on the Road
Oct 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball was looking to hold on to at least a share of a lead in the Iowa Conference. The host Simpson College Storm would play well at home and capture the American Rivers Conference tilt 3-1 over the Spartans.
A Trip Down Nostalgia Lane with "The Wonder Bread Years" at Heritage Center
Oct 19, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Pat Hazell’s The Wonder Bread Years on Friday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Spartans of UD: Carl Coleman
Oct 18, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Carl Coleman is in his fourth season on the Spartans staff serving as the assistant football coach and defensive coordinator. During Coleman’s tenure as defensive coordinator, the Spartan defense has ranked among the conference’s best in total defense, scoring defense, rushing defense, and pass efficiency defense.
University of Dubuque Places Second in Moot Court Tournament
Oct 18, 2018
University of Dubuque finished second in a field of 24 teams at the Second City Invitational Moot Court Tournament hosted by the University of Chicago on October 12-13.
Men's Soccer Suffer Hard-Fought Road Loss
Oct 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team had their chances to get a road victory on Wednesday night but fell short and were upended by Nebraska Wesleyan, 2-1.
Cangelosi Lifts Spartans Over Prairie Wolves in Overtime
Oct 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team made the long trip to Lincoln, Nebraska and pulled out a 1-0 win in overtime over the Nebraska Wesleyan Prairie Wolves.
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Receives Nearly $1 Million Grant
Oct 17, 2018
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary (UDTS) has received a $936,102 grant to help support the Clergy Coaching in Community and Context initiative. The grant is part of Lilly Endowment Inc.’s Thriving in Ministry, an initiative that supports a variety of religious organizations across the nation as they create or strengthen programs that help pastors build relationships with experienced clergy who can serve as mentors and guide them through key leadership challenges in congregational ministry.
Spartans Pick Up Ninth Sweep of Season vs. UW-Platteville
Oct 16, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team cruised to an easy 3-0 (25-13,25-18,25-18) win over UW-Platteville on Spike Out Cancer Night at the Stoltz Sports Center.
Reception to be Held for UD Alumni Art Show
Oct 16, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Bisignano Art Gallery will host a reception for its latest exhibit, Alumni Art Show, on Friday, Oct. 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in the art gallery, Heritage Center, 2255 Bennett Street. The reception is free and open to the public.
Andresen A-R-C Offensive Player of the Week
Oct 15, 2018
University of Dubuque junior, Rylee Andresen, was honored on Monday with American Rivers Conference Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week for the second time this season after the Spartans 5-0 week.
"The Sleeping Beauty" Kicks Off Heritage Center’s 2018-2019 Family Series
Oct 15, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center kicks off its 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Family Series with The Sleeping Beauty performed by Virginia Repertory Theatre on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 2:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Volleyball Finishes Off Perfect Weekend
Oct 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque picked up two more wins on Saturday over Millikin and Wheaton, to go 4-0 on the weekend and push their win streak to six.
American Rivers Conference Singles and Doubles Tournament
Oct 13, 2018
The Spartans doubles team of Naomi Amani/Madeline Parker would finish fourth in B doubles competition at the 2018 American Rivers Conference singles and doubles tournament.
Bass Leads Men's Cross Country to 11th Place at UW-LaCrosse Invite
Oct 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's and men's cross country team will face a competitive field on Saturday when they compete in the 2018 UW-LaCrosse Jim Drews/Tori Neubauer Invitational.
Men's Soccer Falls to #18 UW-Platteville in Overtime
Oct 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team battled the 18th ranked, UW-Platteville Pioneers until the end of Saturday afternoon but came up just short in overtime, losing 1-0.
Volleyball Gets Two Wins to Start Weekend
Oct 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team had a productive Friday afternoon, going 2-0 at the North Park Triangular, defeating North Park 3-2 and Kalamazoo 3-1.
Marsalis Family Music Dynasty to be Showcased in Veterans Day Weekend Performance
Oct 12, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass “Brothers on the Battlefield: The Power of Love” on Friday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Spartans With Convincing Win Over Ripon
Oct 11, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team dominated the Ripon Red Hawks on a cold Thursday night, coming out with a 3-1 win.
University of Dubuque Gospel Choir to Host Fall Concert
Oct 11, 2018
The University of Dubuque Gospel Choir, under the direction of Victor Evans, an adjunct professor, will present its fall concert on Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in Blades Chapel on campus. The concert, “Any Day Now!,” will lift your spirits and inspire your heart.
Heritage Center and Dubuque County Library District Continue Partnership
Oct 11, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center and the Dubuque County Library District have partnered again for its Page to Stage program. The interactive program, in its second year, provides free activities inspired by the Family Series performances in the 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series.
Spartans of UD: Allie Colsch
Oct 10, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Allie Colsch, a student in the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program, has an unbreakable determination and resiliency. On March 24, 2018, Allie was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She recently finished six rounds of chemo and is now in remission. Throughout the treatments, Allie was determined to remain in the physician assistant program. With the support of faculty, staff, and classmates, Allie not only continued her studies, but she also remained one of the top performers in her class.
Spartans Pick Up Big A-R-C Win over Central
Oct 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team won a crucial American Rivers Conference match against Central College on Tuesday night, 1-0. The Spartans handed the Dutch their first loss in A-R-C play, while improving to 3-1-1 in conference play.
Men's Soccer Can't Break Through Against Dutch
Oct 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team had many chances against the Central College Dutch on Wednesday night, but could never find the back of the net in a 1-0 loss to Central.
Volleyball Sweeps Iowa Wesleyan in Straight Sets
Oct 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team won in straight sets on Tuesday night on the road over host Iowa Wesleyan by set scores of 25-18, 25-15, and 25-14.
Spartans Fall to A-R-C Champs in Women's Tennis
Oct 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team wrapped up their regular season American Rivers Conference play on Tuesday night against the 2018 conference champions, the Wartburg College Knights by a 1-8 score.
Investor Luncheon Celebrates Student Scholarship
Oct 9, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Investor Luncheon recognized investments in students made by faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of UD. At the luncheon, investors had the opportunity to chat with students.
Herrion Honored With A-R-C Player of the Week
Oct 9, 2018
University of Dubuque running back, Mo Herrion, was named American Rivers Offensive Player of the Week after his big performance in UD’s 42-19 win over Luther on Saturday.
Women's Golf Ties for A-R-C Championship, Lose in Tie Break
Oct 7, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team tied for the 2018 American Rivers Conference Women's Golf Championship, but lost in a tie break on Sunday.
Women's Golf Tied for Lead in A-R-C Championships After Three Rounds
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team held their ground on Saturday and ended the day tied for the lead after three rounds of the 2018 American Rivers Championships with Central College at 980.
Spartans Football Overpower Norse at Home
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque football captured their first home victory of the season on Saturday after improving to 4-2 on the season and 3-1 in American Rivers Conference action with a 42-19 victory over the Luther College Norse on Chalmers Field.
Spartans Get Road Win in Cedar Rapids
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team got a late goal from Lexus Rose to pull out a road win on Saturday afternoon, 1-0.
Men's Soccer Earn First A-R-C Victory
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team picked up their lone goal on a penalty kick but it was enough to grab their first American Rivers Conference win and snap a four game losing streak.
Women's Tennis Edges Nebraska Wesleyan
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team began their weekend road trip on a high note with a 5-4 win over Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Volleyball Makes Quick Work of Prairie Wolves
Oct 6, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team rebounded after a tough loss on Friday night, cruising past Nebraska Wesleyan in straight sets on Saturday afternoon, 3-0 (25-15, 25-20, 25-22).
Volleyball Loses Five Set Heartbreaker
Oct 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team dropped their first American Rivers Conference match on Friday night after playing a wild five set affair with Buena Vista but coming up just short (25-21,19-25,25-27,25-21,23-21).
Men's Golf Fourth at Clarke University Fall Invite
Oct 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team placed fourth and fifth at the 2018 Clarke University Fall Invite (13 teams) on Friday, Oct. 5. with scores of 317 and team B with a score of 318.
Women's Golf Set For Final Weekend of A-R-C Championship
Oct 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque will look to push through at the second weekend of the American Rivers Conference Championships. The Spartans currently sit in second place, one shot behind leader Central College. UD’s Daniela Miranda leads all individuals with a one stroke lead.
The University of Dubuque Presents Mr. Burns, a post-electric play by Anne Washburn
Oct 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents Mr. Burns, a post-electric play, directed by Greg Wolf, director of theatre and assistant professor of theatre.
The University of Dubuque Presents Mr. Burns, a post-electric play by Anne Washburn
Oct 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents Mr. Burns, a post-electric play, directed by Greg Wolf, director of theatre and assistant professor of theatre.
Men's Soccer Comes Up Short Against Wartburg
Oct 4, 2018
A late goal pulled the University of Dubuque men's soccer team within one but they could not complete the comeback against the Wartburg Knights and fell 2-1.
Women's Soccer Earns United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award
Oct 4, 2018
On Thursday, the United Soccer Coaches announced the recipients of the Team Academic Award for the 2017-18 academic year, with the University of Dubuque women's soccer team making the list with a team GPA of 3.41.
Women's Tennis Lose to Duhawks
Oct 3, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team grabbed #2 doubles victory with Naomi Amani and partner Madeline Parker taking the set 8-2. UD's lone singles win was Megan Ranney at #4 singles when she won a tie break set 7-5, 5-7, 10-3. Loras took the victory 7-2 over the Spartans.
Spartans and Knights Play to 1-1 Draw
Oct 3, 2018
In a pivotal game in the American Rivers Conference, the University of Dubuque women’s soccer team battled windy conditions and played the Wartburg Knights to a 1-1 tie.
Spartans of UD: Alyssa Kent
Oct 3, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Alyssa Kent, a senior marketing and human resource management major, has been a barista at Sylvia’s Common Ground for two-and-a-half years. Alyssa said Sylvia’s has become a little piece of home while at UD.
Men's Soccer Postponed, Women's Game Still On
Oct 3, 2018
With incoming storms, the UD men's soccer match against Wartburg on October, 3rd has been pushed to tomorrow, October 4th at 7:00 p.m. at Oyen Field. Today's women's game is still on as scheduled.
Soccer Time Change for October 3rd
Oct 2, 2018
Due to potential storms in Dubuque, tomorrow’s American Rivers Conference soccer doubleheader between UD and Wartburg College has been pushed up an hour. The women’s match will now start at 4:00 p.m. with the men following at 6:30 at Oyen Field in Dubuque.
UD's Crowder Named to D3football.com Team of the Week!
Oct 2, 2018
The University of Dubuque's Marshon Crowder (LB, 6-1, 200 lbs., So., Dubuque, Iowa/Hempstead High School) was named to week #5 D3football.com Team of the Week for his efforts in the Spartans 49-42 win over the Loras College Duhawks in the 2018 Key City Clash.
McGovern Coaches Team USA to Five World Medals
Oct 2, 2018
The University of Dubuque's head wrestling coach Jon McGovern returned from coaching freestyle as the Veteran World Championships came to a close last weekend with the USA Team claiming five medals.
Men's Golf Place 14th at MSOE Invitational
Oct 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team placed 14th in the Milwaukee School of Engineering after firing off rounds of 314-334-648. Collin Laundrie led the Spartans with a 157 and tied for 31st overall.
Miranda, Runde and Wright All Earn A-R-C POW Honors
Oct 1, 2018
Daniela Miranda (Women’s Golf), Jenna Runde (Volleyball Defense) and Kara Wright (Volleyball Offense) all received American Rivers Conference Player of the Week honors for their performances over the past week.
The University of Dubuque Department of Fine and Performing Arts Presents A Homecoming Cabaret
Oct 1, 2018
A Homecoming Cabaret will be held Sunday, Oct. 28, at 3:00 p.m. in Steffens Hall, Charles & Romona Myers Center, on the University of Dubuque campus.
Miranda Leads A-R-C Women's Golf Championships Opening Weekend
Sep 30, 2018
Central College is your leader after 36 holes at the 2018 American Rivers Conference Women's Golf Championship. The Dutch, who put up a second round score of 321 (327-321-648) hold a one stroke lead over second-place University of Dubuque (327-322-649).
Spartans Retain Key in 2018 Key City Clash
Sep 30, 2018
The University of Dubuque battled adversity on Saturday after starting quarterback and running back both left in the second half, but the Spartans rallied with a defensive effort in the final minute to score game winning touchdown on a forced fumble to the Duhawks for a 49-42 UD victory.
Men's Golf in 11th Place After Round One of MSOE Invite
Sep 30, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team opened with a round of 314 on Sunday at the two-day Milwaukee School of Engineering Invitational held at The Highlands and The Brute Golf Courses in Lake Geneva, Wis.
UD Holds Share of Lead After Day One Of A-R-C Championship
Sep 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team is tied at the top of the leaderboard with Central College after an opening round of 327 (+39) of the American Rivers Conference Championship. Daniela Miranda posted a score of 74 (+2) to lead all individuals.
Men's Soccer Quieted by Storm
Sep 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team battled the cold rain on Saturday night in Indianola and dropped the American Rivers Conference matchup with Simpson College, 2-0.
Women's Tennis Drop Two Road Matches
Sep 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team battled through lightning delays and tough road competition on Saturday and lost to the Central Dutch 1-8 and to the Simpson Storm 4-5.
Big First Half Propels Women's Soccer Over Simpson
Sep 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team continued their winning ways on Saturday night as they rolled past Simpson College in an American Rivers Conference matchup, 4-2.
Spartans Spike Falcons
Sep 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team rolled past the UW-River Falls Falcons on Saturday afternoon, 3-1 (25-15,24-26,25-10,25-18).
Men's Cross Country Place 13th at UW-Eau Claire Blugold Invitational
Sep 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's cross country team finished 13th at the UW-Eau Claire Blugold Invitational held at Whitetail Golf Course on Friday, Sept. 28.
Chart-Topping Country Powerhouse Lonestar Part of UD’s Homecoming Festivities
Sep 28, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with An Evening with Lonestar on Friday, Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Women's Golf Ready For A-R-C Championships
Sep 27, 2018
Coming off their first event title in school history last weekend, the University of Dubuque women’s golf team is riding high heading into the opening weekend of the American Rivers Conference Championship.
Men's Soccer Downed By #10 North Park
Sep 26, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team put up a spirited effort against the 10th ranked North Park Vikings, but fell came up just short on Wednesday night, losing 1-0.
Spartans of UD: Janell Schueller
Sep 26, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Janell Schueller, operations coordinator in the Office of Student Financial Planning, has helped students for a little over two years on campus find a path that best helps their needs.
Volleyball Remains Perfect in American Rivers Conference Play
Sep 25, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team remains unblemished in American Rivers Conference play after a hard fought road battle over Luther College on Tuesday night 3-2. The Spartans are also a perfect 2-0 in five set matches this season.
Master Illusionist David Caserta Brings Haunting Wonder to Heritage Center
Sep 25, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Spartans Bounce Back in a Big Way
Sep 24, 2018
After the offense was stifled on Saturday night, the University of Dubuque women’s soccer team exploded on Monday night for six goals in route to a 6-3 win over Monmouth College.
Men's Golf Third at Loras Men's Golf Fall Invite
Sep 24, 2018
The Spartans Jordan Elliott led all linksters by shooting a one over Par 72 to hold the first day lead. Elliott shot a second round of 80 to tie for second overall with a score of 152. UD finished third after finishing the tourney with a second round of 307 for a two day total of 620, just 10 strokes out of first place.
Three Spartans Awarded A-R-C Player of Week Honors
Sep 24, 2018
On Monday, the American Rivers Conference announced players of the week for the week of September 17th-23rd. Andy Vujnovich (Football), Rylee Andresen (Volleyball) and Megan Gille (Women’s Golf) brought home honors this week for the Spartans.
Former Warden of Leavenworth Prison to Deliver Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture
Sep 24, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Wendt Center for Character Education is pleased to announce that Claude Chester, former warden of Leavenworth Prison and a retired civil servant, will deliver the Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture on Monday, Oct. 15, at 7:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Women's Golf Win Luther Invitational by Seven Strokes
Sep 23, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team won their first title in school history on Sunday by shooting a two day total of 655 in the Luther College Invitational. UD's Megan Gille won the tie break to claim medlaist honors after firing a score of 158.
Women's Tennis Falls to Division II Upper Iowa, 5-2
Sep 22, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team played host to Upper Iowa University on Saturday and fell just short of the Peacocks on a perfect day for tennis.
Two Wins, Two Sweeps for Volleyball
Sep 22, 2018
After losing to Marian on Friday, the University of Dubuque volleyball team bounced back in a big way on Saturday with sweeps over Carroll (25-20, 25-23, 25-17) and Lawrence (25-16, 25-17, 25-17).
Spartans Shutout by Duhawks
Sep 22, 2018
After beating the Loras College Duhawks the last two seasons on thrilling last minute goals, the University of Dubuque men’s soccer team fell to the Duhawks on Saturday night, 2-0.
Spartans Football Unable to Capitalize in the Red Zone
Sep 22, 2018
The University of Dubuque football team was seeing red during their offense on Saturday after converting on just one of four chances in the red zone in a 13-35 loss on Chalmers field. Trailing by 14 points as time was expiring the Spartans ran it twice on the one yard line only to be stopped as the clock ran out to halftime.
Men's Golf Place 4th at Carke University Fall Classic
Sep 22, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team opened with a round of 326 in the first round of the Clarke University Men’s Golf Fall Classic at the North Course, Eagle Ridge Resort, Galena, Ill. on Sept. 21 and were 2nd out of 14 teams. Saturday the Spartans shot a round of 328 at The General Course and dropped down to fourth with a combined score of 654.
Women's Soccer Five Game Win Streak Snapped
Sep 22, 2018
The 25th ranked University of Dubuque women’s soccer team was slowed down on Saturday night by Loras College, falling to the Duhawks, 2-0 at Oyen Field.
2018 A-R-C Men's Individual Tourney Sept. 21-22
Sep 21, 2018
The 2018 American Rivers Conference Men’s Tennis Individual Flighted Singles (A,B,C) and Doubles (A,B) Tournament will take place Friday, September 21 and Saturday, September 22 at Byrnes Park Tennis Center in Waterloo, Iowa. Play will begin at 9 a.m. on both days.
Volleyball Swept by Marian
Sep 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team start to the weekend didn't begin the way they had anticipated and were swept in straight sets 23-25, 18-25, 22-25.
Cross Country Finish 14th and 18th at Brissman/Lundeen Invite
Sep 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque cross country team particpated in the 38th Annual Augustana College Brissman/Lundeen Cross Country Invitational and the women placed 128th with 528 points and the men were 14th with 358 points.
UD Fine and Performing Arts Department Presents The Fall Wind and Jazz Ensembles Concert
Sep 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque Wind and Jazz ensembles will present their joint fall concert on Saturday, Oct. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in Heritage Center’s John and Alice Butler Hall. The concert will be under the direction of Mike Compton, Wind Ensemble conductor, and Austin Seybert, Jazz Ensemble conductor.
"Freud’s Last Session" Marks Dubuque Debut at UD’s Babka Theatre
Sep 21, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center kicks off season two of its B.I.T.E. Size Series with "Freud’s Last Session" on Friday, Oct. 19, at 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Babka Theatre.
Women's Tennis Hold Court at Home Over St. Ambrose
Sep 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team battled hot, humid conditions on Frank Farber Tennis Courts on Thursday and earned a hard fought 5-4 victory over the St. Ambrose Fighting Bees.
University of Dubuque Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees
Sep 20, 2018
Five accomplished former University of Dubuque student-athletes and three teams will be enshrined in the UD Athletic Hall of Fame during a private awards ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 22. The honorees will be recognized during halftime of the football game against Central College.
Volleyball Upends Wartburg for First Time Since 2004
Sep 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team beat the Wartburg College for the first time since 2004 on Wednesday night, defeating the Knights, 3-1 (23-25,25-22,25-20,25-10).
#25-ranked Women's Soccer Rally to Beat Pioneers
Sep 19, 2018
The #25-ranked University of Dubuque women's soccer team won on Wednesday afternoon by a 2-1 score over the host UW-Platteville Pioneers.
McGovern Joins USA Wrestling Staff for Master’s World Championships
Sep 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s head wrestling coach, Jon McGovern, will be joining the USA Wrestling Team as a coach in freestyle for the 2018 Master’s World Championships in Skopje, Macedonia from Sept. 28-30, 2018.
Spartans of UD: Lincoln Moliga
Sep 19, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Lincoln Moliga, of American Samoa, returned to college as a non-traditional student to study aviation. The sophomore flight operations major said he is thankful to have found UD, a university where the instructors care for the welfare of their students and prepare them for the real world.
Rigby Lifts UD Past Monmouth
Sep 18, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team got two second half goals from Chris Rigby in route to a 2-0 win and snapping a four game losing streak. The victory was also the 100th career win for head coach Brad Johnson.
UDTS Welcomes Louisville Institute Fellow
Sep 18, 2018
University of Dubuque Theological Seminary welcomed Mary Emily Duba to the seminary faculty earlier this year. Duba, a 2018 Louisville Institute Postdoctoral Fellow, will be a visiting assistant professor of theology for the next two academic years.
Spartans Back In National Rankings
Sep 18, 2018
For the first time since the second poll of the 2015 season, the University of Dubuque women's soccer team is ranked nationally. The Spartans came in ranked 25th nationally and second in the North Region in the United Soccer Coaches Poll.
Women's Golf 2nd at Clarke University Fall Invite
Sep 16, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team opened the first day of the 2018 Clarke University Fall Invite with a round of 355 to tie for third place.
Spartans Hand Pointers Their First Loss
Sep 16, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team pushed their winning streak to four on Sunday afternoon after taking down UW-Stevens Point 2-1.
Constitution Day 2018
Sep 16, 2018 | Dubuque, Iowa
The University of Dubuque will celebrate Constitution Day on September 17, 2018 - the 231st anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution, one the most important documents in U.S. history. Often referred to as the cornerstone of American government, the U.S. Constitution was signed September 17, 1787 in Philadelphia, and has been the basis of other democracies around the world.
Spartans Football Open Conference Play with Road Victory
Sep 15, 2018
The University of Dubuque football team opened the American Rivers Conference play with a 27-18 road victory over the Coe College Kohawks to improve to 2-1 overall and 1-0 in A-R-C play.
Men's Golf Climbs the Leaderboard on Saturday
Sep 15, 2018
After struggling in the opening day of the DIII Midwest Region Classic on Friday, The University of Dubuque men's golf team got hot on Saturday, shooting a 302 on the day to move 10 spots up the leaderboard and finish sixth out of 32 teams.
Two Late Goals Drop Spartans
Sep 15, 2018
For the second time in three days, the University of Dubuque men’s soccer team lost in heartbreaking fashion, this time to the Milwaukee School of Engineering, 3-2.
Volleyball Falls Short Against Cornell
Sep 14, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team fell behind early two sets to none and could not recover, falling to Cornell College 3-1 (25-18,25-17,13-25,25-22).
Women's Soccer Win Under the Lights of Oyen Field
Sep 14, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's soccer improved to 4-1 on a beautiful Iowa Friday night on Oyen Field after capturing the non-conference match 2-1 over the visiting UW-Oshkosh Titans.
Men's Soccer Bitten by Eagles Goal in Final Second
Sep 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team allowed a goal off a corner kick in the final second of Thursday's match to Edgewood College to lose the contest by a 1-2 score.
Spartans Open A-R-C Play with Sweep of Kohawks
Sep 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team opened up American Rivers Conference action in grand fashion, sweeping the Coe College Kohawks in straight sets (31-29,25-13,31-29).
Spartans of UD: Logan Ellis
Sep 12, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Logan Ellis moved from Nebraska to attend the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary and obtain a master of divinity degree. As a Young Adult Ministry Scholar, he attends classes, teaches first-year students, and coordinates the UDTS Food Pantry located in the lower level of Peters Commons.
Women's Tennis Suffer Loss to Norse
Sep 11, 2018
The women's tennis team dropped an American Rivers Conference match-up on Tuesday afternoon by a 1-8 margin to the Luther College Norse at Frank Farber Tennis Courts.
Women's Soccer Ranked Seventh in North Region
Sep 11, 2018
The United Soccer Coaches annouced their first poll of the 2018 season on Tuesday afternoon, with the Spartans coming in at number seven in the north region.
Allen Jr. American Rivers Male Athlete of the Week
Sep 10, 2018
After his performance in UD’s 21-10 win at Pacific on Saturday night, football’s Dwayne Allen Jr. has been named American Rivers Conference Male Athlete of the Week and American Rivers Conference Offensive Football Player of the Week.
Grammy Award-Winning Chanticleer to Serenade Heritage Center Audience
Sep 10, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Chanticleer on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Women's Golf Finish Second at Monmouth College Invite
Sep 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team finished second at the two day Monmouth College Fighting Scots Invitational on Sunday, Sept. 9. The Spartans shot a first day total of 335 and took five strokes off the second day to finish with a round of 330 and were just six shots from the winner.
Women's Soccer Hold Lawrence Scoreless in 4-0 Victory
Sep 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque held the host Lawrence University scoreless on Sunday in a 4-0 Spartan road victory. Lexus Rose led the Spartans with two goals and aided by a goal by Lauren Cangelosi and Elizabeth Kelly with 26 Spartans seeing action on the field.
Men's Soccer Blanked by St. John's
Sep 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team dropped their second game in as many days, falling to St. John’s 2-0 on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.
Football Remains Unbeaten Against Pacific with 21-10 Win
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque football earned their first victory of the 2018 season on Saturday night on the road against the Pacific University Boxers by a 21-10 margin to improve to 5-0 overall against the hosts.
Bass and Flores Pace Spartans at Luther All-American
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's cross team finished 6th with a score of 184 and the men's team placed sixth with a team score of 174.
Men's Golf Struggles on Final Day of Carthage College Tim Kopka Memorial Tourney
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf sat in third place after day one of the Carthage College Tim Kopka Memorial Tournament with a 302. Saturday was not as kind to the Spartans as they finished with a round of 330 and slipped to 11th place overall.
Women's Golf Battle for Lead at Fighting Scot Invitational
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's golf team putted their way into second place on Saturday after opening the Fighting Scot Invitational with a round of 335 in tough windy conditions on Gubson Wood Golf Course in the first of two days. The duo of Madison Bowers and Daniela Miranda both shot rounds of 82 to sit tied for 5th heading into Sunday's final round for the Spartans.
Spartans Get Bounce Back Win on the Road
Sep 8, 2018
After a tough defeat on Wednesday night, the University of Dubuque women's soccer team bounced back with a 2-1 road victory over Marian University.
Men's Soccer Falls 4-2 in Physical Battle
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s soccer team dropped their home opener to Illinois Wesleyan on Saturday afternoon, 4-2
Volleyball Goes 3-1 at Loras Invite
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team had a successfull weekend across town at the Loras Invite, going 3-1 in the four games, with the lone loss coming at the hands of a top ten ranked team.
Women's Tennis Downed by Kohawks
Sep 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's tennis team dropped their opening match of American Rivers Conference action on Saturday morning, 0-9.
Men's Golf 3rd Place After Opening Round of Tim Kopka Memorial Tourney
Sep 7, 2018
Men's golf sit in third place after day one of the Carthage College Tim Kopka Memorial Tournament with a 302. UD's Jordan Elliott tied for 2nd overall with a round 0f 70, one under Par at Randall Oaks Golf Club.
Chinese Musical Ensemble Takes Center Stage at University of Dubuque
Sep 7, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with Manhu on Friday, Oct. 5, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall. Part of Arts Midwest World Fest and hailing from the Stone Forest in China’s Yunnan Province, Manhu brings to life the traditions of the Yi people, an ethnic minority group with a rich musical history.
Women's Soccer Halted by Lightning, Lose on the Road
Sep 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's soccer team gave up two late goals on Wednesday night to suffer a 0-2 loss to the North Central Cardinals.
Volleyball Falls in Straight Sets at Augustana
Sep 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team fell on the road on Thursday night to Augustana College, 3-0 (25-18,25-22,25-18).
Women's Tennis Cruise in Win Over Knox
Sep 5, 2018
The rain forced the University of Dubuque women's tennis team inside on Wednesday afternoon, but it did not slow them down as they Spartans cruised to an 8-1 victory over Knox College.
Men's Soccer at Grinnell Cancelled
Sep 5, 2018
Wednesday night's men's soccer game at Grinnell College has been cancelled due to weather and field conditions. The Spartans open up their home schedule on Saturday when they host Illinois Wesleyan at 3:00 p.m.
Spartans of UD: JoAnne Trowbridge
Sep 5, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. A Dubuque native, JoAnne Trowbridge has worked in the campus post office for 14 years.
Two Spartans Earn American Rivers Player of the Week
Sep 4, 2018
UD's Victoria Roethler (Women's Soccer) and Alec Bass (Men's Cross Country) grabbed Player of the Week honors in the American Rivers Conference for their respective sport.
Men's Golf at Clarke Invite Postponed
Sep 4, 2018
Due to the forecast and wet course, the University of Dubuque men's golf meet at the Clarke College Invite that was scheduled for Wednesday, September 5th, has been postponed to October 5th.
Women's Golf Halted by Rain in Final Day of Sail Classic
Sep 3, 2018
The women's golf swung into their season on Saturday at Pheasants Ridge Golf Course (Par 72, 5877 yards). It wasn't just competitors the squads faced, but mother nature and a soggy course. The Spartans finished day one of the two day tourney with one team in sixth place after firing a 327 and the B team shooting a round of 349 to sit at eighth place.
Spartans Football Open with Loss to #12 Warhawks
Sep 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque kicked off their 2018 season on Saturday night under the lights of Chalmers Field against #12 UW-Whitewater. The top-ranked Warhawks defense would hold the Spartans scoreless in the final three quarters en route to a 38-6 victory.
Women's Tennis Splits on Hot Day
Sep 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s tennis team began the year with a thrilling 6-3 win over Milikin University before falling in the title match at the Milikin Dorothy McClure Tennis Tournament to Central College, 6-3.
Volleyball Finishes Rhodes College Invite 3-1
Sep 1, 2018
After going 2-0 on Friday, the University of Dubuque volleyball team closed out the opening weekend of the season splitting matches on Saturday afternoon, beating Brevard in straight sets (25-12, 25-11, 25-12) and falling to Birmingham-Southern (18-25, 25-20, 18-25, 17-25).
Men's Golf at Edgewood Culver's Fall Classic Cut Short
Sep 1, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team finished the Edgewood College Culver's Fall Classic ninth place out of 20 teams competing after Saturday's final round was cancelled due to rain.
Cross Country at Mount Mercy Mustang Gallop
Aug 31, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's and men's cross country teams fought through a warm humid and breezy afternoon at Seminole Valley Park to finish fourth overall for the women (88 pts.) and third for the men's team (52 pts.) in the 25th Annual running of the Mount Mercy Mustang Gallop.
Men's Soccer Hold Carroll University Scoreless in Win
Aug 31, 2018
The University of Dubuque began their season on the road and picked up the victory over Carroll University 2-0 on Friday night. The game was tied at halftime 0-0 before the Spartans scored two quick goals in the second half to improve to 1-0 on the season.
Volleyball Starts Season on High Note
Aug 31, 2018
The University of Dubuque volleyball team wrapped up the first day of the 2018 season, going 2-0 at the Rhodes College Invitational in Memphis, Tennessee on Friday afternoon.
Dienstbach's Header Gives Spartans Overtime Win
Aug 31, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s soccer team opened the 2018 season in thrilling fashion as they took down UW-Eau Claire 1-0 in overtime.
Decorated Army Veteran to Discuss Overcoming PTSD and Moral Injury
Aug 30, 2018
Sgt. Eric Donoho (retired) will present “Overcoming Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Moral Injury Through Service and Faith” on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 5:30 p.m. in Heritage Center’s John and Alice Butler Hall on the University of Dubuque campus. The event is free and open to the public.
Spartans of UD: Raymond Anderson
Aug 29, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Raymond Anderson’s journey into the Department of Residence Life began his senior year of college. A native of Riverdale, Illinois, Anderson is in his third year as a residence hall director, supervising students in University Park Village and Seminary Village.
2018-19 UD Softball Camp Announced
Aug 23, 2018
Head Softball Coach Jeff Lamb has announced the 2018 fall softball camp which will be held on Friday, Sept. 21 and Sept. 22 on campus. The camp will cost $50 per person and will have 25 spots for 2019 graduates. Cost does include meals and admission to the Spartan football game on Sept. 22.
Original "Wizard of Oz" Prequel Story Told Through Lens of Dance
Aug 23, 2018
University of Dubuque Heritage Center continues its sixth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with acclaimed professional dance company Chicago Dance Crash on Friday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center.
Spartans of UD: Rachel Thorne
Aug 22, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. For the past two years, Rachel Thorne, a senior nursing major from Pekin, Illinois, has helped UD’s newest students as a first-year experience mentor. This year she takes on a new role as first-year experience mentor/captain.
Women's Soccer Returns From Costa Rica
Aug 22, 2018
As a part of preseason training, the University of Dubuque women's soccer team traveled to Costa Rica for training, games and adventure.
Christopher Doll Named Director of the Charles C. Myers Library
Aug 17, 2018
In his new role as director of the Charles C. Myers Library, Christopher Doll plans to continue to evolve the library on University of Dubuque’s campus to best serve the needs of the community. He will initially focus on technology, digital collections, and support for student scholarships.
American Rivers Releases Coaches' Polls for Fall Sports
Aug 16, 2018
The American Rivers Conference announced the preseason coaches’ polls for women and men’s soccer, football and volleyball this week.
Iowa Conference Changes Name to American Rivers Conference
Aug 8, 2018
One of the nation's best NCAA Division III conferences today positions itself for a future as notable as its past. Honoring its heritage in Iowa and its recent expansion outside the state, the American Rivers Conference brand will build on the academic and athletic success provided by its legacy, the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Baseball Earns ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award
Aug 3, 2018
The American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) announced recipients of the 2018 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award on Wednesday, with the University of Dubuque baseball team being named to the list for the third straight year.
From the Slums of Brazil to the World Stage, UD Welcomes B2wins
Aug 1, 2018
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center kicks off the sixth season of Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series with B2wins on Tuesday, Aug. 28, at 8:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall.
Single Ticket Sales Begin August 1 for Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series
Jul 31, 2018
Single ticket sales for University of Dubuque’s 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series begin tomorrow, Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 11:00 a.m. online, by phone, or in-person. This year’s series boasts 26 guest artist performances selected from today’s international touring circuit plus the sixth annual Christmas at Heritage Center.
Spartans Announce Lamb as Softball Coach
Jul 30, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s Athletic Director, Dan Runkle, has announced the appointment of Jeff Lamb as head softball coach for the Spartans.
Maleniak Promoted to Head Cross Country Coach
Jul 26, 2018
The University of Dubuque has announced that Rich Maleniak has been promoted to Head Cross Country Coach. Maleniak served as Assistant Head Cross Country Coach for UD in 2017.
The North Quad Renovation Project and South Common
Jul 19, 2018
The donor-funded North Quad renovation project is underway at the University of Dubuque.
Stefanowski Named Nominee for 'Good Works' by Allstate.
Jul 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque's Collin Stefanowski (OL, Sr., Lake Villa, Ill./Grant H.S.) was named of 169 nominees for the Spartans.
Spartans Volleyball Earn AVCA Team Academic Award
Jul 17, 2018
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) announced that the University of Dubuque was one of 973 recipients of the AVCA Team Academic Award for the 2017-18 school year.
Heritage Center Selected to Receive Funding from Arts Midwest Touring Fund
Jul 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque Heritage Center has been selected to receive funding from Arts Midwest Touring Fund, a program of Arts Midwest, generously supported by the National Endowment for the Arts with additional contributions from the Iowa Arts Council and the Crane Group.
University of Dubuque Honored Among National Colleges of Distinction
Jul 9, 2018
For the second consecutive year, the University of Dubuque has been recognized as one of the nation’s Colleges of Distinction and earned special recognition for its business, education, and nursing programs.
Kueter Named ABCA/Rawlings Golden Glove Honoree
Jul 5, 2018
Standout Chase Kueter Chase Kueter (RHP, R/R, 6-2, 185, Jr., Bellevue, Iowa/Bellevue H.S.) earned the 2018 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division III Golden Glove as the pitcher on the team. Just nine members earn the Golden Glove Award and he was the only pitcher and Iowan to achieve the honor in 2018.
Spartans Earn ABCA/Rawlings All-Region (Central) Honors
Jul 2, 2018
The University of Dubuque claimed two members of the ABCA All-Central Region Team in 2018. Chase Kueter (RHP, R/R, 6-2, 185, Jr., Bellevue, Iowa/Bellevue H.S.) and fellow pitcher Nathan Schneiderman (LHP, L/L, 6-5, 220, Jr., German Valley, Ill./Forreston H.S.) earned the prestigious honors for the Spartans.
Heritage Center Unveils 2018-2019 Flexible Subscription Plan
Jun 25, 2018
Tickets are now available for University of Dubuque’s 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series.
Lonestar to Perform as UD Homecoming 2018 Headliner
Jun 15, 2018
University of Dubuque is pleased to announce An Evening with Lonestar – a special 2018 Homecoming presentation open to the public – on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, at 8:00 p.m. in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. Tickets for Lonestar go on sale Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m.
UD vs. Loras Softball NFCA Strike Out Cancer Game Raises Over $7,000
Jun 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque and Loras College softball teams have joined forces since 2012 in conjunction with National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) in raising funds for the Strike Out Cancer initiative. In 2018, the two schools raised their most ever, $7.059.70 which pushes their total raised since 2012 to $21, 215.96.
Murfin Named Division III Men's Field Athlete of the Year
May 31, 2018
After a historic season, Blaze Murfin was named NCAA Division III 2018 Outdoor Track and Field Men's Field Student-Athlete of the Year by the United States Track and Field Cross Country Coaches Association on Thursday afternoon.
Two More All-Americans on Championship's Final Day
May 29, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams wrapped up the 2018 season on Saturday with Tanasha Atwater and Rebecca Burmahl earning All-American honors in the hammer throw.
Murfin a National Champion, Atwater an All-American
May 25, 2018
Friday was a successful day at the Track and Field Championships for the Spartans. Blaze Murfin became the second national title in the history of the men’s program by winning the shot put. Tanasha Atwater also grabbed All-American honors by finishing third in the women’s shot put.
Murfin Highlights Day One of NCAA Championships
May 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams kicked off the first day of the 2018 NCAA Division III Outdoor Track and Field Championships on Thursday, with the 12 Spartans participating in five events. Blaze Murfin started his weekend on a strong note, earning All-American honors in the discus after a third place finish.
UD ROTC Holds Commissioning Ceremony
May 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) program held its 2018 ROTC Commissioning Ceremony on Thursday, May 17, 2018, in Steffens Hall inside the Charles and Romona Myers Center. Eight cadets were commissioned as second lieutenants.
Wrap-Up of Record Breaking Baseball Season
May 23, 2018
The 2018 University of Dubuque baseball season was one for the record books. The program won their first Iowa Conference Regular Season and Tournament Titles, and qualified for the program’s first regional, while breaking 31 school records in the process.
Atwater and Malm Pick Up USTFCCCA Central Region Awards
May 23, 2018
University of Dubuque track and field’s Tanasha Atwater was named 2018 Central Regional Women’s Field Athlete of the Year for the outdoor season by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA). UD assistant coach Jake Malm, was also voted Assistant Coach of the Year for his work.
The Rev. E. James Verkest Awarded the Herbert E. Manning Jr. Distinctive Service Award
May 23, 2018
The Rev. E. James Verkest (MDiv’98), of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, received the Herbert E. Manning Jr. Distinctive Service Award at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary Awards Banquet on Friday, May 18, 2018, at the Dubuque Golf and Country Club.
Track and Field Heads to National Championships
May 21, 2018
15 University of Dubuque student-athletes have secured a spot at the 2018 NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships. The championships will talk place May 24th to May 26th in La Crosse, Wisconsin hosted by UW-La Crosse.
Eighteen Spartans Named All-Central Region
May 21, 2018
The United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced their All-Region honorees for the 2018 outdoor season, with 18 Spartans earning 28 All-Central Region awards.
Baseball's Historic Season Comes to a Close
May 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team won their first game of the day over North Central but fell to Concorida-Chicago in the nightcap to close the historic season with a 25-17 record.
Track and Field Prepare for 2018 NCAA Division III Championships
May 19, 2018
The NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Committee announced today the participants in the 2018 NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track and Field Championships. Fifteen Spartans have earned their way to the championships after one of their most successful campaigns at the Iowa Conference Championships a week ago.
Spartans Beat Bethany Lutheran to Stay Alive
May 18, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team will play another day as they defeated Bethany Lutheran, 8-3 on Friday afternoon at the Midwest Regional.
Celebrating the Class of 2018
May 18, 2018
The University of Dubuque will celebrate the dedication, perseverance, and accomplishments of more than 400 undergraduate, graduate, and seminary students at its 166th commencement ceremonies. We are honored to share the stories of some of our graduates.
Track and Field Compete at Augie Twilight
May 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams competed on Thursday night at the Augustana College Twilight, trying to improve on NCAA Division III qualifying marks.
Spartans Lose Heartbreaker in Regional Open
May 17, 2018
In a back and fourth battle, the University of Dubuque Spartans fell on walk off in the bottom of the ninth inning, 8-7, in the 2018 Midwest Regional.
Three Men's Tennis Members IIAC Honorable Mention
May 17, 2018
The Iowa Conference announced the All-Conference teams for the 2018 men’s tennis season on Thursday, naming three Spartans honorable mention.
Baseball Racks Up IIAC Postseason Accolades
May 16, 2018
The Iowa Conference announced the 2018 Baseball All-Conference Team on Wednesday, naming UD Head Coach Paul Wyczawski, Coach of the Year and 10 UD student-athletes over the three all-conference teams.
Spartans of UD: Mary Anne Knefel
May 16, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Mary Anne Knefel is the university librarian and professor of library and information science. She will retire this summer after almost 38 years of service to UD.
University of Dubuque to Offer New Master in Management Program
May 15, 2018
The University of Dubuque is pleased to announce the addition of a Master in Management (MM) program, which will begin fall 2018. The 30 credit hour degree is designed to be completed in as little as one year and no more than two years.
Iowa Conference Announces Performer of the Week Honors
May 14, 2018
University of Dubuque student-athletes continue to rack up Iowa Conference Performer of the Week honors, with four more grabbing awards this week. Track and field’s Tanasha Atwater and Blaze Murfin, along with baseball’s Chase Kueter and Will Doherty were the honorees for their work last week.
Baseball Placed in Duluth Regional
May 14, 2018
The NCAA released the field of 56 teams for the 2018 NCAA Division III Baseball Tournament on Monday morning, placing the the Spartans in the Duluth, Minnesota Regional for the weekend of May 17th to May 20th.
Baseball Wins IIAC Tournament Title, Clinches NCAA Bid
May 12, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team rallied from a 4-0 deficit on Saturday afternoon to go on and beat Wartburg College, 11-6, to win the Iowa Conference Tournament Championship and clinch the program’s first NCAA Tournament bid.
Spartans Battle at the Top of the 2018 IIAC Track and Field Championships
May 12, 2018
The Host Central College Dutch extended their Friday lead over the Spartans and captured the 2018 Outdoor Track and Field Championship title with 172 points. The Spartans finished with 144 points edging out Loras College for second place by a lone point. The women's team finished third with 150.33 points.
Baseball Beats Wartburg, Advances to Title Game
May 11, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team upended the Wartburg College Knights on Friday afternoon, 3-2, to advance to the Iowa Conference Tournament Championship game for the first time in program history.
University of Dubuque Inducts Two New Members into its Faculty Hall of Fame
May 11, 2018
The University of Dubuque inducted two new members into its Faculty Hall of Fame for Excellence in Teaching and Advising on Thursday, May 10, at the Dubuque Golf and Country Club.
Spartans Ten Run Norse in IIAC Tournament
May 10, 2018
The University of Dubuque cruised to a 11-1 win in eight innings in the quarterfinals of the Iowa Conference Tournament behind a strong offensive performance and a dominate outing on the mound from Chase Kueter.
Mitchell Named Rookie of the Week by NCBWA
May 10, 2018
University of Dubuque's Kellen Mitchell has been named Rookie of the Week by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association on Thursday afternoon.
Spartans of UD: Jane Herbst
May 9, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Jane Herbst is the safety and security officer supervisor. She has walked campus as a UD Spartan for nearly 14 years.
2018 IIAC Baseball Tournament Notes
May 9, 2018
The 2018 Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference baseball champions and #1-seeded, the University of Dubuque Spartans, will begin play in the IIAC Baseball Tournament on Thursday, May 10 at 5:00 p.m.
Allard Voted Second Team All-Iowa Conference
May 9, 2018
The Iowa Conference announced the 2018 Softball All-Conference Teams on Wednesday afternoon and Taylor Allard was the lone Spartan to be named to the list. Allard was named Second Team All-Iowa Conference by the Iowa Conference coaches.
UD Announces Pilot Development Program Partnership with Republic Airline
May 9, 2018
The University of Dubuque is pleased to announce that it has signed a partnership agreement for pilot development and career progression with Republic Airline.
Track and Field Ready for IIAC Championships
May 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams will head to Pella, Iowa this weekend to participate in the 2018 Iowa Conference Championships. The men’s team will look to complete their sweep the championships after winning the IIAC Indoor Championship in February.
Heritage Center Announces Summer Box Office Hours
May 8, 2018
The University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center will have special summer box office hours.
Four Spartans Collect IIAC Performer of the Week Honors
May 7, 2018
Four University of Dubuque student-athletes were voted Iowa Conference Performers of the Week. Kellen Mitchell grabbed Baseball Position POW honors, while Kyle Thomas, Maurice Cushion-Lewis and Rebecca Burmahl all were honored for their performances in track and field.
UD to Celebrate 166th Commencement
May 7, 2018
The University of Dubuque will celebrate the accomplishments of its undergraduate, graduate, and seminary students at its 166th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 19.
Baseball Clinches Program's First Iowa Conference Title
May 5, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team swept Nebraska Wesleyan University on Saturday afternoon by scores of 19-3 and 9-1, clinching the Iowa Conference Championships for the first time in program history.
Men's Golf Fourth in 2018 IIAC Championships
May 5, 2018
Saturday afternoon UD finished the 2018 Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships with a fourth place finish after shooting rounds of Dubuque 321 302 304 293 1220 +68.
Track and Field Hosts Dr. Tucker Open
May 4, 2018
The Univeristy of Dubuque track and field teams had an impressive showing Friday night at the Loras College Dr. Tucker Open, the final meet before the Iowa Conference Championships.
Men's Tennis Open 2018 IIAC Tournament on Friday
May 4, 2018
The sixth-seeded Spartans face the three-seeded Central College Dutch in the opening round of the regular season tournament on Friday afternoon.
Spartans Overpower Prairiewolves in Series Opener
May 4, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team began the weekend with a bang, nine different Spartans recorded at least one hit on Friday afternoon, as the Spartans took the opening game of the series with Nebraska Wesleyan, 17-1.
2018 Chlapaty Fellows to Conduct Research Over the Summer
May 3, 2018
Fifteen University of Dubuque students will spend their summer researching topics ranging from trap baiting impacts on trap success for freshwater turtles to potential toxins in bath bombs as part of the Joseph and Linda Chlapaty Summer Fellowship.
University of Dubuque Bestows Awards at Honors Convocation
May 3, 2018
The University of Dubuque celebrated student achievement with the 2018 Honors Convocation on Thursday, May 3, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. Over 150 scholarships and awards were given or acknowledged at the ceremony.
Men's Basketball 2017-18 Awards Banquet
May 2, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's basketball team held their awards banquet this week and the coaching staff wrapped up the 2017-18 season.
Spartans of UD: Franklin Yartey
May 2, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Franklin Yartey, PhD, is an associate professor of communication. He has been a UD Spartan since August 2012.
Spartans Hold Off Norse for Fifth Straight Win
May 1, 2018
Despite being outhit 13-5 on Tuesday afternoon, the University of Dubuque baseball team took the rubber match from Luther College, 2-0.
Tjaarda and Carlson Earn CCIW All-Conference
May 1, 2018
Breann Tjaarda and Claire Carlson of the University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse team picked up CCIW postseason honors. Tjaarda was named first team all-conference, while Carlson was selected second team all-conference.
Spartans Rack Up IIAC Weekly Honors
Apr 30, 2018
Four different student-athletes hauled in Iowa Conference Player of the Week honors on Monday. Chase Kueter was named Baseball Pitcher of the Week, Tanasha Atwater for Women’s Field Performer of the Week, Ron Brown for men’s Field Performer of the Week and the men’s track 4x100 team, for Men’s Track Performance of the Week.
UD Student Receives Governor’s Cup ROTC Award
Apr 30, 2018
Cadet Lt. Col. Johnathan James, of the University of Dubuque Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC), recently received the Governor’s Cup Award. Ten ROTC students across Iowa earned the award for leadership, academics, and military achievement.
Baseball Set For Final Week of Regular Season
Apr 30, 2018
After a sweep of Loras over the weekend, the University of Dubuque baseball team heads into the final week of the regular season tied for first place in the Iowa Conference. The Spartans close out the 2018 regular season with four home contests.
The University of Dubuque Department of Fine and Performing Arts Presents 'Semester Fallout: Improv Extravaganza'
Apr 30, 2018
The University of Dubuque Spartaneous Improv Troupe's "Semester Fallout: Improv Extravaganza" will be held Tuesday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m. in Heritage Center’s Babka Theatre.
Men's Tennis Heads into IIAC Tournament After Weekend Sweep
Apr 30, 2018
After pulling out a close 5-4 victory on Saturday over Nebraska Wesleyan, the University of Dubuque men's tennis team cruised to a 9-0 win over the Buena Vista Beavers to punch their ticket to the Iowa Conference Tournament.
Men's Tennis Play in Final Weekend of Regular Season
Apr 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's tennis team will wrap up their regular season this weekend at Nebraska Wesleyan University on Saturday, April 28 and Sunday, April 29 at Buena Vista University.
Spartans Softball Ends Season in a Nine Inning Battle
Apr 28, 2018
Spartans softball team rally in the seventh and ninth innings, but fell shy of collecting a win on Senior Day.
Spartans Rally in Game Two to Sweep Duhawks
Apr 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team spoiled senior day for the Loras College Duhawks by sweeping the doubleheader on Saturday afternoon to sweep the three game weekend series.
Track and Field Wraps Up Drake Relays
Apr 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field team competed in seven events at the Drake Relays on Saturday afternoon and finished with three top six finishers on Saturday and 10 top 10 finishes for the weekend.
Men's Lacrosse Ends Season on High Note
Apr 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team blew out the North Central University Rams on Saturday afternoon, ending the season with a 22-3 victory.
Women's Lacrosse Closes Season with Loss
Apr 28, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse team closed the 2018 season at home against Illinois Wesleyan on Saturday afternoon, falling 20-4.
Spartans Take Game One From Duhawks
Apr 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team traveled across town on Friday night to take on rival Loras College, where the Spartans took game one of the series, 10-1.
Track and Field with Busy Friday
Apr 27, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field team competed in eight events at the Drake Relays on Friday afternoon while also bringing home both the men and women team titles at the Grand View Viking Classic.
Men's Lacrosse Ends Conference Play with a Loss
Apr 25, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse team wrapped up conference action on Wednesday night, falling to North Central College, 19-4.
Softball Sweeps BVU on the Road
Apr 25, 2018
The University of Dubuque softball team wrapped up their ninth and tenth game in a six day span with back-to-back road victories over the Buena Vista University Beavers by a 4-3 margin in both contests to improve to 4-10 in the Iowa Conference.
Spartans of UD: Katrina Richardson
Apr 25, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Katrina Richardson will graduate in May with a master of divinity from the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. Richardson, who moved from Guthrie, Oklahoma, to Dubuque with her husband and two children to attend UDTS, participated in the Wendt Character Scholars program.
Track and Field Set for 109th Drake Relays
Apr 25, 2018
Select members of the University of Dubuque track and field team will compete in the 109th Drake Relays, April 26th to April 28th. The Spartans qualified four individuals in six events and a total of eight relays.
Spartans Thrash Norse in Game Two to Earn Split
Apr 24, 2018
After dropping game one of the doubleheader in extra innings at Luther College, the UD baseball team bounced back in game two to rout the Norse, 15-3.
Softball Held Scoreless in Re-scheduled Doubleheader to Kohawks
Apr 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque softball team has found the Iowa Conference opponents to be a tough schedule as the Spartans have just one win in eight games over five days.
Spartans Late Rally Falls Short
Apr 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque women’s lacrosse team scored three of the game’s final four goals, but their late push fell just short as they fell to the Augustana College Vikings, 12-11.
Men's Tennis Overpowered by Duhawks
Apr 24, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's tennis team traveled across town on Tuesday night to take on rival Loras College, but came up short, falling 7-2 to the Duhawks.
Men's Golf Second at Clark Invite, Mendoza Medalist
Apr 23, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team placed second in the 2018 Clarke University Spring Invite with a team score of 305.
Burmahl Snags IIAC Field Performer of the Week
Apr 23, 2018
For the second straight week, a University of Dubuque women's track and field athlete has earned Iowa Conference Field Performer of the week. This week, Rebecca Burmahl brought home the honors after her performance at the University of Dubuque Invitational.
Softball Lose at Wartburg, Prepare for Busy Week
Apr 22, 2018
The University of Dubuque softball team busy schedule didn't slow down on Sunday as the Spartans would play their sixth Iowa Conference game in three days. The Spartans lost game one to Wartburg 0-3, but rallied in game two to fall just short, in a hard fought loss 3-4.
Track and Field Dominates UD Invite
Apr 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque track and field teams hosted the 2018 UD Invite on Saturday with both the men and women bringing home the team titles, winning 11 events in the process.
Spartans Swept on StrikeOut Cancer Doubleheader
Apr 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque and Loras College softball teams joined forces on Saturday in the annual StrikeOut Cancer game. The UD vs. Loras softball series enters it’s seventh year of joining forces in conjunction with NFCA Association and American Cancer Society’s annual StrikeOut Cancer initiative and have combined to raise $14,156.26 to date.
Spartans Bats Quieted by Knights
Apr 21, 2018
After rolling past Wartburg on Friday afternoon, the University of Dubuque (13-14, 8-4 IIAC) baseball team came up short in both games against the Knights on Saturday, by scores of 3-0 and 3-2. Game One
Men's Lacrosse Held in Check by Carthage
Apr 21, 2018
The Spartan men's lacrosse team (7-8) had their hopes for a CCIW tournament bid dashed on Saturday afternoon after losing to Carthage College, 10-3.
Women's Lacrosse Stumbles at North Central
Apr 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's lacrosse team hit the road on Saturday and fell to North Central College, 22-7.
Men's Tennis Split on Senior Day
Apr 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's tennis team split on Senior Day, losing to the Central Dutch 1-8 before capturing the victory over the Simpson College Storm in a thrilling 5-4 win.
Men's Golf Place Fifth at Illinois College Blueboy Invite
Apr 21, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team finished fifth at the Illinois College Blueboy Invite this weekend after shooting rounds of 301-306 to finish with a team score of 607. Leading scorer for the Spartans was Brady Ellis who finished with rounds of 74-75 for a two day total of 149 or a +5 over Par to tie for 14th overall.
Softball Splits with #9-ranked Luther Norse
Apr 20, 2018
The University of Dubuque softball has a tough stretch of Iowa Conference games after battling an awful spring weather. Friday kicked off a stretch of 12 games in eight days for the Spartans and none tougher than #9-ranked Luther College Norse who entered with just two losses on the season (25-2 overall). Luther won the opener by an 8-0 score in six innings, the Spartans rallied back to capture the second 2-1 and hand the Norse just their third loss of the season.
Men's Golf in 4th after First Round of Illinois College Invite
Apr 20, 2018
The men's golf team finally returned to play after a lousy spring weather season has hampered lay in the Midwest. UD shot a first round 301 in the first day of the Illinois College Blueboy Invite to sit at fourth place overall.
Spartans Cruise to 11-2 Win Over Wartburg
Apr 20, 2018
Chase Keuter threw a complete game with no earned runs as the Spartan baseball team (13-12, 8-2 IIAC) upended Wartburg College (15-9, 6-4 IIAC) on Friday afternoon, 11-2.
UD to Host Sixth Annual Apex
Apr 20, 2018
University of Dubuque will honor undergraduate student research, service learning, and creativity at the sixth annual Spring Apex: Celebration of Student Scholarship and Creativity throughout the day on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in Heritage Center. All events are free and open to the public.
Spartans to Host UD Track and Field Invitational on April 21
Apr 19, 2018
The University of Dubuque will be hosting the UD Track and Field Invitational on Saturday, April 21 with field events beginning at 10:00 a.m. and running events at 12:00 p.m.
Spartans of UD: Margo Ketels
Apr 18, 2018
Spartans of UD highlights what makes University of Dubuque special – the people who live, work, and study on campus. Margo Ketels is the director of campus stores. She oversees Babka Bookstore, Mike & Betty’s Ice Cream Shoppe, Sparty’s Convenience Store, and Sylvia’s Common Ground.
Women's Lacrosse at Augustana Postponed
Apr 18, 2018
Wednesday night's University of Dubuque women's lacrosse game against Augustana has been postponed due to weather. The game will now be played on Tuesday, April 24th in Rock Island, Illinois at 7:00 p.m.
UD Team to Participate in All-Women Cross-Country Airplane Race
Apr 18, 2018
Two University of Dubuque students and a flight instructor will participate in the 42nd Air Race Classic (ARC), an annual all-women cross-country airplane race, in June. It’s the first time UD has had a team participate in the preeminent air race.
Spartans Outhit Knox In Split
Apr 17, 2018
The University of Dubuque baseball team bounced back from a game one loss on Tuesday night to win game two against the Knox College Prairie Fire and earn the split to move to 12-12 on the season.
Baseball vs. Knox Site Change
Apr 16, 2018
Due to weather and field conditions, the University of Dubuque baseball doubleheader against Knox College on Tuesday will now be in Galesburg, Illinois at Knox College. The doubleheader was originally scheduled to be played in Dubuque. First pitch on Tuesday is set for 2:00 p.m.
Three Spartans Obtain Iowa Conference Weekly Honors
Apr 16, 2018
Three University of Dubuque student-athletes have earned Iowa Conference player of the week honors. Dalton Garst was named Baseball Position Player of the Week and Male Athlete of the Week, with Abby Willis and Blaze Murfin winning Field Athletes of the Week for Track and Field.
Men's Lacrosse Picks Up Win on Senior Day
Apr 14, 2018
The University of Dubuque men’s lacrosse lacrosse team did not let the rain and sleet bother them on Saturday afternoon, as they picked up a 13-4 win over Carroll University for their first conference win of the season.
Women's Lacrosse Capture First CCIW Win at Home
Apr 14, 2018
The University of Dubuque women's lacrosse captured their first CCIW win at home on Saturday after a 15-11 win over the Elmhurst College Blue Jays on Oyen Field.
Men's Golf 13th in Shortened Augustana Invite
Apr 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque men's golf team shot a first round 318 at the Augustana College Invitational on Friday afternoon at Frye Lake Golf Club, a Par 70 course. The Spartans were led by Jordan Elliott who finished with a round of 76 and tied for 24th overall.
UD Announces 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center SchoolBus Performance Series
Apr 13, 2018
The University of Dubuque is excited to announce the 2018-2019 Live at Heritage Center SchoolBus Performance Series. The season will once again include programs aligned to STEAM – science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.
More Athletic Schedule Changes
Apr 13, 2018
With yet another weekend of bad weather ahead, changes have been made to the UD's women’s golf, softball and men’s tennis schedules.
Peterson Recognized as Iowa ACT College and Career Readiness Postsecondary Champion
Apr 13, 2018
Chris Peterson (C’04), associate director of admission at the University of Dubuque, was named the Iowa ACT College and Career Readiness Postsecondary Champion.
