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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.

A graphic of four bishops in a line, from left to right: The Most Rev. Robert Gruss '90, the Most Rev. Timothy Doherty '72, the Most Rev. Thomas Hennen '00, and the Most Rev. James Mark Beckman '84.

The Bishops of St. Ambrose

Mount Mercy Campus Board Chair LeAnn Ridgeway ’86, ’98 MBA poses outside on Mount Mercy University's campus.

A life shaped by St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy

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St. Ambrose University Homecoming 2026

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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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Rite Care Clinic Fundraiser

Murder mystery dinner comedy show, a one night only charity event to raise funds for the benefit of adults and children with communication disorders.

When: August 8, 2026

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Manual Therapy III: Manual Therapy for the Lower Quadrant

This course addresses examination and assessment of lumbar and pelvic pain, as well as peripheral symptoms.

When: August 14, 2026

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Cross Country Alumni Reunion

Reconnect with fellow SAU Cross Country alumni for a 5K, family races, awards, and an optional picnic lunch on the home XC course.

When: August 22, 2026

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September Discovery Day

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

When: September 21, 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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A graphic of four bishops in a line, from left to right: The Most Rev. Robert Gruss '90, the Most Rev. Timothy Doherty '72, the Most Rev. Thomas Hennen '00, and the Most Rev. James Mark Beckman '84.

The Bishops of St. Ambrose

On a warm June day in Davenport, a phone call from Washington, D.C., changed Bishop Thomas Hennen '00's life forever.

August 5, 2026

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SAU community changes lives through Global Brigades

At a local elementary school in rural Panama, with temperatures reaching 100°, residents gather to receive care that most of us take for granted...

August 3, 2026

A student tour guide leads a group of students and families past the Wellness and Recreation Center at St. Ambrose University.

Why a campus visit can make all the difference

Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions a student will make, and a visit is the only way to fully capture how a campus feels.

July 30, 2026

Mount Mercy Campus Board Chair LeAnn Ridgeway ’86, ’98 MBA poses outside on Mount Mercy University's campus.

A life shaped by St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy

For LeAnn Ridgeway ’86, ’98 MBA, the merger between St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University feels like a homecoming.

July 28, 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.