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Athletic Awards 2018-19

Jul 17, 2018

University of Dubuque Athletic Awards 2018-19

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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).

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.

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.