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Catch up on the latest news and events at St. Ambrose! From innovative campus initiatives to student achievements, discover what's making headlines and keeping our community buzzing.

Fighting Bee Marching Band director Matthew Winarski, DMA, poses inside the Wellness and Recreation Center at St. Ambrose University.

Building community and shaping leaders through Fighting Bees Marching Band

A group of St. Ambrose students walk outdoors past Christ the King Chapel on a sunny day.

St. Ambrose University earns College of Distinction recognitions

St. Ambrose marching band member leads the band across a bridge during the Homecoming parade.

St. Ambrose University Homecoming 2026

Amy Novak, Anne Gannaway and Guest at celebration of generosity

2026 Celebration of Generosity

Upcoming events at St. Ambrose

Get involved! Explore our calendar of upcoming events and find something that sparks your interest. There’s something for everyone at SAU, from lectures and workshops to sporting events and social gatherings.

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Casual Classics I: Edgar Crocket Jazz Quartet

The Edgar Crockett Jazz Quartet  featuring Edgar Crockett, flugelhorn; Corey Kendrick, piano; Matt Hughes, bass; and Jason Brannon.

When: September 18, 2026

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September Discovery Day

Discover your future at St. Ambrose during our September Discovery Day.

When: September 21, 2026

SAU Chapel

Seminarian Reunion

Reconnect with fellow St. Ambrose Seminary alumni for two days of worship, fellowship, learning, and memories on campus.

When: September 21, 2026

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QC Career Expo

On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the Quad Cities' colleges are hosting a Career Fair available to students seeking employment opportunities.

When: September 23, 2026

The latest news from SAU

Deepen your connection to St. Ambrose. Read insightful blog posts and articles featuring expert perspectives, student experiences, and campus news. They are sure to inform and inspire you!

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Jaylen Brazzle '28 builds confidence through summer sports internship

Jaylen Brazzle ’28 gained leadership skills and sports management experience through a summer internship with the Quad City Corporate Games.

September 16, 2026

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What to expect your first month as a Fighting Bee

Discover what your first month as an Ambrosian might look like and how you'll start making St. Ambrose feel like home.

September 2, 2026

Fighting Bee Marching Band director Matthew Winarski, DMA, poses inside the Wellness and Recreation Center at St. Ambrose University.

Building community and shaping leaders through Fighting Bees Marching Band

When you think of football, you probably imagine the roar of the crowd, the crash of a tackle, or the piercing interruption of a referee’s whistle.

August 19, 2026

Left to right: Felicity Emmerich, Associate Professor Justin Rice, Alina Maca, and Lluvia Garcia pose for a photo at the Minnesota Academy of Science 2026 Winchell Symposium Awards ceremony, with students holding award certificates.

St. Ambrose biology students earn honors at research symposium

Three St. Ambrose University biology students earned awards at the 2026 Winchell Undergraduate Research Symposium and Beta Beta Beta Honor Society.

August 18, 2026

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Explore the possibilities at St. Ambrose

At SAU, the Fighting Bees are encouraged to explore every opportunity to grow and learn, finally becoming the person they are meant to be.