Community of Colleges Week (July 28 through August 1, 2025)Copyrighted
July 21, 2025
City of Dubuque PROCLAMATIONS # 1.
City Council
ITEM TITLE: Community of Colleges Week (July 28 through August 1,
2025)
SUMMARY: On behalf of Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and
area colleges and universities.
SUGGUESTED
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proclamation
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WHEREAS, the residents of the City of Dubuque and the Greater Dubuque region recognize the vital
role that our colleges and universities play as cornerstones of economic prosperity,
cultural vitality, and community advancement; and
WHEREAS, Capri College, Clarke University, Divine Word College, Emmaus University, Loras
College, Northeast Iowa Community College, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College,
the University of Dubuque, the University of Wisconsin -Platteville, and Wartburg
Theological Seminary represent a diverse and respected network of higher education
institutions that serve students from around the region, the nation, and the world; and
WHEREAS, Dubuque's higher education sector is a key economic driver, educating tomorrow's
workforce, employing hundreds of professionals, attracting visitors, and fostering
innovation and civic engagement across the tri-state area; and
WHEREAS, the students who choose to live and learn in the Dubuque region enrich our
neighborhoods, strengthen our talent pipeline, and help shape the future of our
community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque expresses its deep appreciation for the contributions of the students,
faculty, and staff at each institution and affirms its commitment to fostering an inclusive,
welcoming, and opportunity -rich environment for all; and
WHEREAS, Dubuque College Visit Week (July 28 — August 1) brings prospective students and
families to our city, showcasing the high -quality educational opportunities and exceptional
quality of life our region offers; and
WHEREAS, this week also serves as a time to celebrate and promote the collective strength and value
of the Greater Dubuque region's higher education community.
NOW THEREFORE, I, BRAD M. CAVANAGH, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY COUNCIL, STAFF, AND RESIDENTS OF DUBUQUE, DO HEREBY
PROCLAIM THE WEEK OF JULY 28 TO AUGUST 1, 2025 AS
"COMMUNITY OF COLLEGES WEEK"
IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand
and caused the Great Seal of the City of Dubuque to
be affixed this 21st day of July 2025.
Brad M. Cavanagh, Mayor
Attest:
Adrienne N. Breitfelder, CMC, City Clerk
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2025: Submitted by Nicolas Hockenberry and accepted by:
2018: Submitted by Kristin Dietzel of Greater Dubuque Development, 900 Jackson St., Suite 109.
Accepted by Kristine Dietze, Rick Dickinson, Anna Roling of GDDC.
2017: Submitted and accepted by Kristin Dietzel of Greater Dubuque Development, 900 Jackson St.,
Suite 109.
2016: Submitted and accepted by Jan Powers of Greater Dubuque Development, 900 Jackson St.,
Suite 109.
2015: Submitted and accepted by Jan Powers of Greater Dubuque Development, 900 Jackson St.,
Suite 109.
2014: Submitted by Sarah Harris of Greater Dubuque Development, 300 Main St., and accepted by
Rick Dickinson and staff on behalf of Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, DubuqueWorks,
and the local educational institutions.
2013: Submitted by Shannon Gaherty of Greater Dubuque Development, 300 Main St., and accepted
by Rick Dickinson on behalf of Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, DubuqueWorks, and the
colleges.
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