I want to personally thank everyone who supports Emmaus University for the incredibly generous giving you have provided and specifically, students like me. Simply put…without generous considerate people like you, I would most likely be trying to attend school living out of my car.

But because of your kindness and care for students like me, I not only have the opportunity to survive, but thrive! In May of 2025, I will be the first graduate of Music Education at Emmaus in nearly a decade. During my time at Emmaus, I have been able to establish connections for future opportunities to forge working relationships, serve the community and most importantly, spread the Gospel. This and everything else I’ve accomplished here in Dubuque is not possible without wonderful people like you. You have my undying gratitude for your gracious giving. May God continue to bless you as you continue to be an immense blessing to other students like me. 

Jacob Schmelzer 
Emmaus University Class of `25