DavenportU is the City of Davenport’s ten-session Citizens Academy. Each year, up to 15 Davenport residents are selected to participate in the program, which teaches them about all areas of City government. The Spring 2025 cohort begins on March 31, 2025.

“I look forward to meeting Davenport’s most engaged citizens in each year’s cohort,” said Davenport Mayor Mike Matson. “Even long-time residents of Davenport can learn something new at DavenportU.”

Each session of DavenportU takes citizens behind the scenes of City government with interactive experiences, tours, and presentations. From community and economic development to public safety and parks, DavenportU participants move around the City to learn about the inner workings of each department. DavenportU concludes with a graduation ceremony at the City Council meeting on May 28, 2025.

The application period for the 2025 Spring Cohort is now closed. Those accepted into the program will be notified via email following the application deadline.

Watch for notifications about the 2026 sessions early next year!