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  • The annual Homecoming Beaverthon 5k Race - photo of the starting line as many participants begin their journey to the finish line

    Beaverthon

    Take part in our treasured 5K event while enjoying a scenic view of Carlinville. The Beaverthon is a great way to get your heart pumping for a long day of […]

  • Behind the Burn: Indoor Practice Facility

    Featuring New Athletic Practice Facility - Join Blackburn's Capital Campaign Manager Glen Krupica and contractor Norm Gillen at the future site of Blackburn’s newest athletic practice facility to discuss the […]

  • cornhole board with Blackburn College logo, Barney the Beaver mascot and institutional commercial seal

    Bags and Beavers Cornhole Tournament

    Everyone loves cornhole at tailgates, backyard barbecues, or your favorite local bar. Grab a teammate to play in our inaugural Homecoming tournament. Limited spots are available to the first 24 […]

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  • A Blackburn old-fashioned cheerleader megaphone with a flannel blanket and pom poms on the fall campus lawn.

    BeaverNation Fan Zone

    Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Grab your friends for food, games, and fun at the annual BeaverNation Fan Zone. Relax in our tree hammocks while listening to the steel pan stylings of Lenny Fritsch. Check […]

  • Wide view of the Dawes-Woodward Athletic Center.

    Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

    The Athletics Hall of Fame allows us to recognize the individuals who have shaped our athletic identity and brought us success. This year, we are honored to celebrate Major Barnes ’73, posthumously (basketball), Keith Luther ’79 (basketball), Ken Place ’91 (baseball), Michael Smith ’92 (cross country, track and basketball), Grace Young ’12 (softball), and 2002 […]

  • Track and Field Interest / Informational Meeting

    This will be a meeting for anyone interested in participating in Track and Field this season. There is an Indoor season which runs from January to March, and an outdoor season from March to May. Please attend the meeting if interested in either or both seasons. If unable to attend this meeting due to other […]

  • Blackburn C.A.M.P. Committee Faculty & Staff Tailgate

    Faculty and Staff: come show your support at the inaugural tailgate of the season on Dec. 2nd. Tailgating at DCC starts at 12pm. We will then be attending the Basketball game at 1pm. This will be followed up with a bags tourney and snacks. We will then progress to the next basketball game at 3pm. […]

  • Beach Night at Basketball Games

    Dawes Gymnasium

    Join us Thursday, January 25 for Beach Night! Come out and support the Basketball teams as they take on Spalding University at 5:30 and 7:30 pm. All students who come to the game dressed for the theme (beach wear, etc.) will receive free beverages and compete in halftime competitions!