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SUMMARY:Spring Musical: Once
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday\, April 4\, and Saturday\, April 5\, at 7:00 pm\, with a matinee on Sunday\, April 6\, at 2:00 pm. \nA heartfelt story of love and music\, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate\, recording an album together. The production will feature a live\, integrated band comprised of student musicians. Visiting Professor of Theatre Adam Flores will direct\, with musical direction by Dr. Joseph Welch. \nGeneral Admission: $10\nFree Admission: Blackburn students\, staff\, and faculty \nFor more information\, please contact us at Theater@blackburn.edu.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spring-musical-once/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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SUMMARY:Spring Musical: Once
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday\, April 4\, and Saturday\, April 5\, at 7:00 pm\, with a matinee on Sunday\, April 6\, at 2:00 pm. \nA heartfelt story of love and music\, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate\, recording an album together. The production will feature a live\, integrated band comprised of student musicians. Visiting Professor of Theatre Adam Flores will direct\, with musical direction by Dr. Joseph Welch. \nGeneral Admission: $10\nFree Admission: Blackburn students\, staff\, and faculty \nFor more information\, please contact us at Theater@blackburn.edu.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spring-musical-once-2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T214403Z
UID:8365-1743948000-1743958800@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Spring Musical: Once
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday\, April 4\, and Saturday\, April 5\, at 7:00 pm\, with a matinee on Sunday\, April 6\, at 2:00 pm. \nA heartfelt story of love and music\, “Once” follows two singer-songwriters who meet on the streets of Dublin and collaborate\, recording an album together. The production will feature a live\, integrated band comprised of student musicians. Visiting Professor of Theatre Adam Flores will direct\, with musical direction by Dr. Joseph Welch. \nGeneral Admission: $10\nFree Admission: Blackburn students\, staff\, and faculty \nFor more information\, please contact us at Theater@blackburn.edu.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/spring-musical-once-2025-04-06/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250327T205848Z
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UID:8347-1744308000-1744315200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Land Lost\, Culture Lost - Film Screening & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Join Blackburn College for a screening of the documentary “Land Lost\, Culture Lost” on April 10 at 6 PM in Bothwell Auditorium. Co-directed by Blackburn Counselor Daniel Lanctot\, the film explores Indigenous land loss and the power of participatory filmmaking in advocacy. A discussion will follow on how storytelling can drive social change and strengthen communities. The screening is free and open to the public. \nRead more about the film >
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/land-lost-culture-lost-film-screening-discussion/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
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SUMMARY:Eberle Speaker Series: Michael Scott Smith\, COO Make-A-Wish North Texas
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn College will host Michael Scott Smith\, Chief Operating Officer at Make-A-Wish North Texas. This event\, part of the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series in the Social Sciences\, will be held on Thursday\, April 10\, at 7:00 pm in Jaenke Alumni Center. It is free and open to the public. \nAs the Chief Operating Officer at Make-A-Wish North Texas\, Smith brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to making a difference in the non-profit sector. With over 35  years of professional experience in various roles\, Smith’s journey to the COO position at Make-A-Wish North Texas reflects his dedication to utilizing his skills and expertise to create a meaningful impact. \nSmith’s career path began in the traditional business world\, where he honed his skills in areas such as systems integration\, process improvement\, and software development. He served diverse companies and clients\, including Royal Appliance/Dirt Devil\, the U.S. Department of Defense\, and Southwest Airlines. During his tenure at EDS and HP\, he successfully led large projects and diverse teams\, driving tangible business outcomes for clients. \nHowever\, Smith’s true passion extends beyond business objectives. He found fulfillment in driving employee and community engagement within the organizations he served\, and through volunteering with organizations like Make-A-Wish and Big Brothers Big Sisters. His dedication to innovation\, business transformation\, strategy development and community engagement reflect his commitment to fostering collaboration to create positive change. \nIn his current role as COO of Make-A-Wish North Texas\, Smith is instrumental in driving the organization’s mission of granting life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses. His leadership\, coupled with his passion for community engagement\, ensures that Make-A-Wish North Texas continues to make a significant impact in the lives of children and their families. \nThis event at Blackburn College is funded through the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series in the Social Sciences\, an endowed fund established to bring guest lecturers and speakers to campus who will inspire\, engage\, and inform students\, faculty\, and the community in the area of social sciences\, with a focus on social justice issues.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/eberle-speaker-series-michael-scott-smith-coo-make-a-wish-north-texas/
LOCATION:Jaenke Alumni Center\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250412
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SUMMARY:Science Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn College is thrilled to announce the 36th Annual Science Day is scheduled for Friday\, April 11\, 2025. One of the College’s most celebrated traditions\, Science Day welcomes high school students from across the region to the Blackburn campus for a day of hands-on science\, dynamic demonstrations\, and scholarship opportunities.  \nCoordinated entirely by Blackburn science student workers as part of the College’s nationally recognized Work Program\, in addition to numerous student\, staff and faculty volunteers\,  Science Day is an event unlike any other. Last year\, the event welcomed more than 200 regional students and teachers\, awarding scholarships to top participants and their high schools. This year’s event aims to inspire even more students to explore science and discover exciting future career paths.  \n“Science Day is an amazing experience for all involved\,” said senior Alexia Mosby\, who is co-coordinating the 2025 event. “My favorite part of planning the event is watching the high school students reap the benefits of our efforts. Blackburn’s Science Day gives high school students an opportunity to learn about science by engaging students with unique demonstrations conducted by Blackburn students and professors. Not only do the visiting high school students benefit\, volunteers and workers of Science Day benefit by planning and running the event all on their own\, which truly exemplifies Blackburn as a unique student managed work college.”  \nScience Day starts with a friendly competition in biology\, chemistry\, physics\, and psychology. Awards are given to individual students as well as high schools with top-performing teams in each category. Throughout the day\, Blackburn students\, staff and faculty will lead engaging activities\, including: \nWitnessing exciting chemical reactions and even explosions\nExploring animal and reptile care in Blackburn’s Vivarium\nDiving into fields like computer science\, physics\, and psychology fields through hands-on experiments and demonstrations\n“Science Day is an amazing experience for the biology workers running it and the high school students who are participating\,” said senior Jessica Muckensturm\, who is also helping coordinate Science Day this year. “My favorite part of the day is watching all of the high school students get involved in the demos and get excited about the different aspects of science. We will continue working to make Science Day better every year!” \nSchools and educators interested in attending are encouraged to contact Mosby and Muckensturm\, Science Day coordinators\, at biology@blackburn.edu for additional details\, including an event schedule and registration forms.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/science-day-2025/
LOCATION:Mahan Science Building
CATEGORIES:Academics,Admissions,Community,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Students,Work Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T170000
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SUMMARY:Admitted Student Day
DESCRIPTION:Admitted Student Day – Save the date\,  Apr 12\, 2025! \nA day to step into the shoes of a Blackburn College student. Our accepted students will be able to participate in a student service project while Beaver Nation’s parents are able to attend several informational panels and ask questions of our community. In addition to the fun activites for the day\, students who have submitted their tuition deposit\, will be able to be in the first group to register for classes!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/admitted-student-day/
CATEGORIES:Academics,Admissions,Athletics,Community,Faculty & Staff,Students,Work Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250228T213912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T204824Z
UID:8273-1746367200-1746367200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Choir Concert: Schubert’s Mass in G Major
DESCRIPTION:The season concludes with a significant choral event as Blackburn College’s three choirs—College Choir\, Conservatory Choir\, and Community Choir—join forces to perform Schubert’s Mass in G Major. \nThis concert represents the culmination of the Music program’s renewed commitment to fostering community connections. With funding from the Illinois Arts Council\, Blackburn launched the Conservatory Choir in the fall\, offering high school students from districts without music programs a choral experience. Additionally\, the College reintroduced the Community Choir\, a reimagined version of the previously established community ensemble that had been inactive since the pandemic. While each choir performed separately last semester\, this concert marks the first time all three ensembles will unite for a major work. \nAdding to the evening’s significance\, Blackburn’s music majors will premiere their original compositions\, developed through mentorship with award-winning Nashville songwriter Dr. Kim McLean. Students composed and arranged their works for choir and orchestra\, and each will perform as the soloist on their piece—an unparalleled opportunity to gain real-world experience in songwriting and performance. \nFor additional details\, ticket reservations\, or inquiries\, please contact music@blackburn.edu.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/choir-concert-schuberts-mass-in-g-major/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Engagement & Recreation,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250505T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250428T154840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T160820Z
UID:8464-1746464400-1746469800@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Education Research Poster Presentations
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn College Education majors will be presenting their research projects through a poster presentation on May 5\, 2025 at 5:00pm in Woodson A. There will be six presenters spread throughout the room and attendees will be able to walk between the presentations and learn about the students’ research projects. The presentations will close at 6:30pm.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/education-research-poster-presentations/
LOCATION:Woodson Hall
CATEGORIES:Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250502T195830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T195830Z
UID:8477-1746489600-1746835199@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Double Instruction Period - Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:DIPS May 2025 (PDF) \nMay 6 – 9\, 2025 \n\n\n\nIf your class meets on . . .\nYour final class meeting is\nAt this time\n\n\nMonday @ 8:00 a.m.\nThursday\, May 8\n10:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 9:00 a.m.\nWednesday\, May 7\n3:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 10:00 a.m.\nFriday\, May 9\n8:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 11:00 a.m.\nThursday\, May 8\n8:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 12:00 p.m.\nTuesday\, May 6\n1:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 1:00 p.m.\nWednesday\, May 7\n1:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 2:00 p.m.\nTuesday\, May 6\n10:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.\n\n\nMonday @ 3:00 p.m.\nWednesday\, May 7\n10:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.\n\n\nTuesday @ 8:00 a.m.\nThursday\, May 8\n1:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.\n\n\nTuesday @ 9:30 a.m.\nWednesday\, May 7\n8:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.\n\n\nTuesday @ 11:00 a.m.\nTuesday\, May 6\n8:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.\n\n\nTuesday @ 1:00 p.m.\nFriday\, May 9\n 10:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.\n\n\nTuesday @ 2:30 p.m.\nThursday\, May 8\n 3:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.\n\n\nTuesday Night Classes\nTuesday\, May 6\n7:00 p.m. – 8:50 p.m.\n\n\n\n  \nALL DOUBLE INSTRUCTION PERIODS ARE SCHEDULED FOR THE REGULAR CLASSROOM. \nALL SENIOR FINAL GRADES ARE DUE BY 9:00 A.M. ON TUESDAY\, MAY 13\, 2025.\nAll remaining final grades are due by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday\, May 14\, 2025 \nANY CHANGES TO THIS SCHEDULE MUST BE APPROVED BY THE PROVOST.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/double-instruction-period-spring-2025/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20240627T155229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T141119Z
UID:6977-1747477800-1747483200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:156th Annual Commencement
DESCRIPTION:Commencement – Saturday\, May 17\, at 10:30 am (Hudson Quad)\nView the digital program – Class of 2025 Commencement Program \nLearn more about Graduation >
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/156th-annual-commencement-spring-2025/
LOCATION:Hudson Quad
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250204T200315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T200315Z
UID:8160-1752307200-1752339600@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:New Student Orientation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/new-student-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Academics,Admissions,Athletics,Community,Faculty & Staff,Students,Work Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250519T204118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T204118Z
UID:8606-1756080000-1756511999@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Week of Welcome - Aug 25-29
DESCRIPTION:Week of Welcome\nOrientation and work training for all new students\nLD 170 students\nWork training for returning students\nAcademic advising
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/week-of-welcome-aug-25-29/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students,Work Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250519T204337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T204337Z
UID:8607-1756800000-1756828800@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:First Day of Semester-Long Classes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/first-day-of-semester-long-classes/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students,Work Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250617T192154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T192154Z
UID:8665-1756800000-1756832400@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:First day of semester-long classes; all college convocation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/first-day-of-semester-long-classes-all-college-convocation/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250519T204506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T132243Z
UID:8609-1756828800-1756832400@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:All College Convocation
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/all-college-convocation-2025/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students,Work Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250903T133317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T133317Z
UID:9004-1757088000-1757095200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Jeff Vaughn's "Elements of Stone and Water"
DESCRIPTION:Opening reception featuring Jeff Vaughn’s paintings\, drawings and photography. This artist captures the feeling of stone and water in all mediums. A fitting way to relax after the first week of classes. \nOpening Reception for artist Jeff Vaughn\nSharon K Sandfort Gallery In The Visual Arts Center\nFriday\, September 5 – 4:00 pm \nContact Professor Jody Jedlicka for more information.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/opening-reception-jeff-vaughns-elements-of-stone-and-water/
LOCATION:Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery – Visual Arts Center
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250731T163158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T182139Z
UID:8862-1758970800-1758974400@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Join Us in Remembering Professor Gerry Albins
DESCRIPTION:Join Us in Remembering Professor Gerry Albins\nSaturday\, September 27\, 2025 at 11:00 am\nClegg Chapel\, Blackburn College \nWe would love to have you share a few words and memories of Gerry. Please RSVP using the address: https://tinyurl.com/gerryalbins
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/join-us-in-remembering-professor-gerry-albins/
LOCATION:Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Homecoming,Students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250815T185419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T185419Z
UID:8944-1759428000-1759435200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Humanities Salon: The Spooky & Proud Salon
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our 4th annual celebration of the spooky and the LGBTQ+! October is the month for Halloween and LGBTQ+ history\, so come share your favorite creations on those themes. Costumes encouraged! \nHistorically\, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn and tea and cakes were served. To honor this tradition and establish a creative community at Blackburn for writers\, artists\, performers\, and lovers of all art\, the English & Communications hosts our own Humanities Salon\, which is open to all students\, faculty\, and staff who want to: \n● read their own creative work;\n● perform a short musical\, theatrical\, dance\, or any stage act;\n● share and discuss an original work of art;\n● share any work of art of any medium that you simply love;\n● listen and be part of the creative community at Blackburn. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/humanities-salon-the-spooky-proud-salon/
LOCATION:Jaenke Alumni Center\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250929T153302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T180159Z
UID:9161-1760785200-1760806800@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Folk Festival with City of Carlinville (Bothwell Auditorium)
DESCRIPTION:This semester’s staged production is occurring in collaboration with the City of Carlinville on Saturday\, October 18th at 11:00 am. \nDue to inclement weather\, the event will move from Tom Thumb Park to Bothwell Auditorium on the Blackburn College campus. \nThis performance will feature students performing both traditional and modern folk music along with accompanying guests from the community. The event will feature folk art\, poetry and food as well as music. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/folk-festival-with-city-of-carlinville-tom-thumb-park/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250815T185419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T185419Z
UID:8945-1762452000-1762459200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Humanities Salon: The Campfire Salon
DESCRIPTION:Wear your coziest flannels for a Salon around the fire! Bring us your most chilling mysteries\, your favorite family lore\, and your best outdoor-themed creations. \nHistorically\, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn and tea and cakes were served. To honor this tradition and establish a creative community at Blackburn for writers\, artists\, performers\, and lovers of all art\, the English & Communications hosts our own Humanities Salon\, which is open to all students\, faculty\, and staff who want to: \n● read their own creative work;\n● perform a short musical\, theatrical\, dance\, or any stage act;\n● share and discuss an original work of art;\n● share any work of art of any medium that you simply love;\n● listen and be part of the creative community at Blackburn.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/humanities-salon-the-campifre-salon/
LOCATION:Jaenke Alumni Center\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250929T152811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T154551Z
UID:9162-1762533000-1762540200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Petronel Malan\, Grammy Nominated Pianist (ISMTA Conference)
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn College is hosting this year’s Illinois State Music Teacher’s Association (ISMTA) conference. The featured performance of concert guest artist\, Grammy-nominee South African pianist Petronel Malan\, is free and open to the public. The performance will be on Friday\, November 7th\, at 4:30 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. 
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/petronel-malan-grammy-nominated-pianist-ismta-conference/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251118T222310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T231058Z
UID:9326-1763751600-1763762400@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Fall Play "A Doll's House"
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 21 at 7 pm\nSaturday\, November 22 at 7 pm\nSunday\, November 23 at 2 pm\n\nBlackburn College’s Department of Music and Theatre is thrilled to present “A Doll’s House.” It will take place in Bothwell Auditorium on November 21 and 22 at 7 pm and on November 23 at 2 pm. \nThe play follows Nora\, a housewife\, as she is forced to confront the realities of her past and the personal cost of the illusion of perfection. The now-famous title of the play “A Doll’s House” is symbolic of Nora’s view of her life as if she were outside of it\, like a doll. \nAdmission is FREE for Blackburn students\, faculty\, and staff. \nGeneral admission tickets are $10. \nFor more information please contact theatre@blackburn.edu
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/fall-play-a-dolls-house/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251118T222552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T231105Z
UID:9327-1763838000-1763848800@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Fall Play "A Doll's House"
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 21 at 7 pm\nSaturday\, November 22 at 7 pm\nSunday\, November 23 at 2 pm\n\nBlackburn College’s Department of Music and Theatre is thrilled to present “A Doll’s House.” It will take place in Bothwell Auditorium on November 21 and 22 at 7 pm and on November 23 at 2 pm. \nThe play follows Nora\, a housewife\, as she is forced to confront the realities of her past and the personal cost of the illusion of perfection. The now-famous title of the play “A Doll’s House” is symbolic of Nora’s view of her life as if she were outside of it\, like a doll. \nAdmission is FREE for Blackburn students\, faculty\, and staff. \nGeneral admission tickets are $10. \nFor more information please contact theatre@blackburn.edu
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/fall-play-a-dolls-house-2/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251118T222733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T231048Z
UID:9328-1763906400-1763917200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Fall Play "A Doll's House"
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 21 at 7 pm\nSaturday\, November 22 at 7 pm\nSunday\, November 23 at 2 pm\n\nBlackburn College’s Department of Music and Theatre is thrilled to present “A Doll’s House.” It will take place in Bothwell Auditorium on November 21 and 22 at 7 pm and on November 23 at 2 pm. \nThe play follows Nora\, a housewife\, as she is forced to confront the realities of her past and the personal cost of the illusion of perfection. The now-famous title of the play “A Doll’s House” is symbolic of Nora’s view of her life as if she were outside of it\, like a doll. \nAdmission is FREE for Blackburn students\, faculty\, and staff. \nGeneral admission tickets are $10. \nFor more information please contact theatre@blackburn.edu
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/fall-play-a-dolls-house-3/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251125T171143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T171143Z
UID:9343-1764950400-1764957600@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Senior Seminar Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The senior art class of 2026 will be showcasing their final projects on Friday\, December 5th! Enjoy an evening of presentations\, art\, and refreshments. Some work will be available for purchase. \nExhibiting artists will be Liv Leemon\, Brooke Naumann\, El Thompson\, Belle Lansaw\, and Arlo Ward. Presentations start at 4:00 PM in Bothwell Auditorium and the reception will take place from 4:30–6:00 PM in the Sharon K. Sandfort art gallery in the Visual Arts Center. \nCome support our senior artists!
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/senior-seminar-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College\, 700 College Avenue\, Carlinville\, IL\, 62626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20250929T153427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T170624Z
UID:9163-1765116000-1765123200@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Christmas at Blackburn
DESCRIPTION:Blackburn’s annual holiday tradition\, Christmas at Blackburn\, is a beautiful ‘lessons and carols’ service that includes many of the most beloved hymns of Christmas sung by the Blackburn College\, and Community choirs. The Rev. Dr. Carter Aikin presides over the service\, which also includes congregational singing\, scripture read by members of the Blackburn and greater Carlinville community\, and prayers. This year\, for the first time\, there will be two times available to attend this concert. Join us Sunday\, December 7th at either 2:00 pm or 7:00 pm in Clegg Chapel in Hudson Hall for this warm expression of love and joy going into the holiday season.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/christmas-at-blackburn-2025/
LOCATION:Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)
CATEGORIES:Academics,Alumni,Community,Faculty & Staff,Featured,Music and Theatre,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251118T232840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T233009Z
UID:9332-1765299600-1765305000@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Psychology Senior Seminar Presentations: Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Please come and support our senior psychology majors for their seminar presentations. They each conducted an original research experiment and will present their findings. Presentations will be 20 minutes in length with 10 minutes for questions before the next speaker. \n\n5:00 – Abby Sobczak – PERMA with In-Season and Out-of-Season Athletes\n5:30 – Gracie Jent – Dog Ownership and Well-Being\n6:00 – Gaby Solis – How Coaches can Impact College Athletes in their Performance and Motivation
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/psychology-senior-seminar-presentations-session-1/
LOCATION:Olin Lecture Hall
CATEGORIES:Academics,Faculty & Staff,Students
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20251118T232330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T232330Z
UID:9330-1765371600-1765377000@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Psychology Senior Seminar Presentations: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Please come and support our senior psychology majors for their seminar presentations. They each conducted an original research experiment and will present their findings. Presentations will be 20 minutes in length with 10 minutes for questions before the next speaker. \n\n1:00 – Beth Brill – Make a Joyful Noise: Effects of Religion on Vocal Development\n1:30 – Jacob Hamel – Struggling vs. Apathy: Effects of Motivation on College Student Engagement\n2:00 – Charlie McDonough – Take a Breath: Meditation Impact on Test Taking and Attitude
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/psychology-senior-seminar-presentations-session-2/
LOCATION:Olin Lecture Hall
CATEGORIES:Academics
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T093801
CREATED:20260112T145903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T174342Z
UID:9365-1768406400-1768410000@blackburn.edu
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Convocation
DESCRIPTION:View the MLK Convocation Program (PDF) > \n \n \nBlackburn College Martin Luther King\, Jr. Convocation 2026\nWednesday\, January 14\, 2026 at 4:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium \nKeynote Speaker Dr. Margaret Lawler\nDr. Margaret “Margie” Lawler earned her bachelor’s degree in law enforcement administration from Western Illinois University in 1993 and her Master’s degree in College Student Personnel Administration from the University of Central Missouri in 1995. In 2019\, she completed her doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Community College Leadership at Ferris State University. \nDr. Lawler’s professional foundation is in Housing and Residential Life\, where she served for more than 18 years. Throughout her career\, she has developed extensive expertise in recruitment\, hiring\, staffing\, diversity initiatives\, and campus-wide programming. She credits her early work in student affairs for shaping her commitment to leading effective DEI spaces and advancing diversity\, equity\, and inclusion initiatives across organizations. Collaboration\, relationship-building\, and team\ndevelopment remain central to her leadership approach. She has hosted large-scale programs\, facilitated professional development training\, and continues to mentor doctoral students and former staff. \nIn 2010\, Dr. Lawler transitioned to corporate operations at Caterpillar\, Inc.\, first serving as a Materials Specialist and later being promoted to User Technician at the Corporate Headquarters in Peoria\, Illinois. During this time\, she earned her Six Sigma Green Belt certification—an achievement she considers pivotal in strengthening her process-improvement and operational leadership skills.\nDr. Lawler returned to higher education in 2015 at Illinois Central College\, where she served in two newly created full-time roles: Diverse Faculty Recruiter and Compliance Officer. She also taught freshman seminar courses as an adjunct faculty member\, further supporting student success. In 2019\, she joined the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as an EEO Investigator\, conducting investigations involving discrimination\, harassment\, and other claims within the Office of Access and Equity. \nFollowing a position elimination in 2021 due to national Title IX regulatory changes and the COVID-19 pandemic\, Dr. Lawler embraced an opportunity to shape a new role at Blackburn College. As the institution’s inaugural Executive Director of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion; Chief Diversity Officer; and Title IX Coordinator\, she developed both the institution’s compliance infrastructure and its DEI training programs. She also served as advisor to the Black Student Union and as the Designated School Official for the international student program. \nDr. Lawler’s career is defined by her willingness to lead with purpose and to build foundational programs from the ground up. In May 2023\, she accepted her current inaugural role as the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Officer and Deputy Director of Personnel for the Illinois Secretary of State\, where she leads statewide DEI initiatives. \nDr. Lawler is a proud member of the Graduate Chapter of Epsilon Sigma – Sigma Gamma\nRho Sorority\, Inc. in Springfield\, IL – where she actively volunteers within her community\,\npartners with community leaders and supports programs for the local youth.
URL:https://blackburn.edu/event/martin-luther-king-jr-convocation-2026/
CATEGORIES:Academic Calendar,Academics,Admissions,Alumni,Community,Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging,Faculty & Staff
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