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The University of Dubuque Heritage Center to Host Volunteer Usher Open House and Orientation

Jul 15, 2021

The University of Dubuque Heritage Center will host a volunteer usher open house and orientation at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall. Food will be available. The event is free and open to the public.

Dubuque College Visit Week to Highlight Diverse Opportunities in Higher Education

Jul 15, 2021

Dubuque has a rich history synonymous with education. In August, the city’s five colleges will partner to highlight the diverse opportunities in higher education available for students during the first Dubuque College Visit Week from Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, through Friday, Aug. 6, 2021.

The University of Dubuque Heritage Center Unveils 2021-2022 Season

Jul 27, 2021

The University of Dubuque Heritage Center is delighted to unveil the 2021-22 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series.

Organist Gregory Hand to Perform at Heritage Center’s Summer Organ Sampler Concerts

Jul 16, 2021

The University of Dubuque Heritage Center’s Summer Organ Sampler Concerts will continue with Gregory Hand at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall.

Indigenous Culture Celebrated in Season Opener at Heritage Center

Aug 2, 2021

The Sampson Bros. with Special Guest Frank Waln will kick off the ninth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus.

Heritage Center to Host a Season Kick-Off Customer Appreciation Day

Aug 3, 2021

The University of Dubuque Heritage Center will host a Season Kick-Off Customer Appreciation Day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, to celebrate the 2021-2022 Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series.

UD Announces 2021-2022 Live at Heritage Center SchoolBus Performance Series

Aug 6, 2021

The University of Dubuque is excited to announce the 2021-2022 Live at Heritage Center SchoolBus Performance Series. The season will again include programs connected to STEAM – science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

Old School Soul for a New Generation Comes to Heritage Center

Aug 13, 2021

Uptown: Motown Remixed will bring their reimagined classics with youthful passion and fresh beats to the ninth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus.

University of Dubuque Announces Captain Robert L. Martin Black Heritage Tribute Initiative

Aug 23, 2021

A new initiative at the University of Dubuque will celebrate Black lives, creativity, ingenuity, and contributions to American heritage. Inspired by local hero Captain Robert L. Martin, the Captain Robert L. Martin Black Heritage Tribute is a new months-long initiative that will include speakers, performances, exhibits, and more. Many of the events are open to the public.

Tribute to Tuskegee Airmen and Women Airforce Service Pilots Coming to Dubuque

Aug 24, 2021

The University of Dubuque will host a unique traveling exhibit that allows audiences across the country to not only learn but also experience the inspiring stories of the Tuskegee Airmen and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) while being immersed in a theatrical experience.

Stage Adaptation of “Black Boy” to Come to Heritage Center

Sep 8, 2021

A stage adaptation of Black Boy, Richard Wright’s classic memoir, has replaced If Beale Street Could Talk at the ninth annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series. Audiences will be able to watch the performance at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, and 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center at the University of Dubuque.

“Invisible Sky” Film Screening to be held at the University of Dubuque

Aug 30, 2021

A screening of the documentary film Invisible Sky will be held at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

First-Generation College Student Saul Flores to Present “With Grit”

Aug 31, 2021

Philanthropist, photojournalist, and motivational speaker Saul Flores will present “With Grit” from 10:45 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus. The program is free and open to the public.

Opening Convocation 2021

Aug 31, 2021

Opening Convocation will be held at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, September 9, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center.

Constitution Day 2021

Sep 17, 2020 | Dubuque, Iowa

The University of Dubuque will celebrate Constitution Day on September 17, 2021 - the 234th 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.

Urban Conservationist to Speak at Fall Seminar Series

Sep 7, 2021

Paul Miller, urban conservationist with the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, will discuss urban conservation practices and how they function on the land at 5:00 p.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 2021, in Room 105, University Science Center at the University of Dubuque.

Bisignano Art Gallery Opens Fall 2021 with “Living Proof Art by Cancer Survivors”

Sep 8, 2021

The University of Dubuque’s Bisignano Art Gallery has partnered with Living Proof Exhibit to host the exhibit’s annual exhibition of art by cancer survivors and patients.

Stephen Hamilton, Guest Organist, to Perform at John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ Recital Series

Sep 9, 2021

Stephen Hamilton, guest organist, will perform at the inaugural John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ Recital Series at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus. The recital is a Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series special event.

Hypnosis and Improv Unite for Unique Comedy Experience at Heritage Center

Sep 10, 2021

Colin Mochrie’s HYPROV with Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci will unite hypnosis and improv for a unique comedy experience at 8:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus. The performance is a Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series special event.

University of Dubuque to Host Captain Robert L. Martin Black Heritage Tribute Kick-Off Event

Sep 13, 2021

The University of Dubuque will debut a new initiative to celebrate Black lives, creativity, ingenuity, and contributions to American heritage with the Captain Robert L. Martin Black Heritage Tribute Kick-Off Event on Monday, September 27, 2021, in Heritage Center.

University of Dubuque Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Honorees

Sep 13, 2021

The University of Dubuque welcomed six accomplished former student-athletes and the 1959-1962 men’s tennis teams into the UD Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 4, 2021. Honorees were recognized during halftime of the football game against Marietta College.

Bisignano Art Gallery to Feature “12 America’s First Black Tuskegee Airmen”

Sep 16, 2021

The University of Dubuque’s Bisignano Art Gallery will open its next exhibit, “12: America’s First Black Tuskegee Airmen,” during the Captain Robert L. Martin Black Heritage Tribute Kick-Off Event on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021, in Heritage Center.

“Wings of Courage” Play Screening to Highlight the Remarkable Story of Eugene Bullard

Sep 20, 2021

Wings of Courage Play Screening with Guest Speaker Robert F. Jefferson Jr. will tell the story of Eugene Bullard and the African American military experience at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center on the University of Dubuque campus. The screening and guest speaker is a Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series special event.

Kaitlin Curtice to Virtually Deliver Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture

Sep 20, 2021

Poet and author Kaitlin Curtice will virtually deliver the Michael Lester Wendt Character Lecture at 7:00 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25, 2021. Audiences may watch the lecture in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center at the University of Dubuque or via livestream at https://bit.ly/WendtFall2021.

Speaker to Discuss Importance of Gauging Workplace Culture During the Interview Process

Sep 21, 2021

Author, executive coach, and leadership consultant Michael Leytem will speak about the importance of gauging workplace culture during the interview process from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, in Room 100, Jackaline Baldwin Dunlap Technology Center at the University of Dubuque.