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BFAB Scavenger Hunt

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Join us for the exhilarating Blackburn Fine Arts Boosters (BFAB) Scavenger Hunt, an adventure-filled event designed to challenge your wits, teamwork, and knowledge of our beautiful campus! Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or a proud alum, this event promises fun and excitement for all participants. The scavenger hunt will begin at Bothwell Auditorium. Participation […]

Homecoming Street Party

Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

Ready to wrap it up in Blackburn style? We’re throwing everything we’ve got at you during the Homecoming Party...food trucks, photo booth, drinks, and live music! When was the last time you danced under the stars on campus? Local band Fat Chance will bring the sounds of the 1950s. Delicious food and drink options will […]

The Spooky and Proud Salon (Humanities Salon)

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

The Blackburn Humanities Salon returns for the '24-'25 school year with The Spooky and Proud Salon at 6 pm on Thursday, Oct. 3 in Jaenke. October is LGBTQ+ history month and the month for all things Halloween, so join us for our third annual celebration of all arts LGBTQ+ and/or gothic! Spooky refreshments, including mysterious […]

Admissions Fall Open House Events

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions at the Events Interested students and families will have two opportunities to learn more about Blackburn College this fall. The Admissions and Financial Aid teams will host Open House events on Monday, October 14, and Monday, November 11, beginning at […]

Fall Music Showcase

Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

Olympic Medalist Spencer Lee – Blackburn Wrestling Clinic

Blackburn Athletic Center

Blackburn College Wrestling Clinic -- Spencer Lee Wrestling Clinic Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn from 3x NCAA Champion and 2024 Olympic Freestyle Wrestling Medalist Spencer Lee as well as the Blackburn College Wrestling Coaching Staff. All proceeds benefit Blackburn College Wrestling, the newest wrestling program in the country. **NEW DATE** Saturday, November […]

Ben Hur Play

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre is excited to launch its 2024-2025 season with the fall production of “Ben Hur.” Written by Patrick Barlow and directed by Visiting Professor Adan Flores. The play, a comedic farce, offers a fresh and humorous take on one of the greatest stories ever told. We invite you […]

Ben Hur Play

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre is excited to launch its 2024-2025 season with the fall production of “Ben Hur.” Written by Patrick Barlow and directed by Visiting Professor Adan Flores. The play, a comedic farce, offers a fresh and humorous take on one of the greatest stories ever told. We invite you […]

Ben Hur Play

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre is excited to launch its 2024-2025 season with the fall production of “Ben Hur.” Written by Patrick Barlow and directed by Visiting Professor Adan Flores. The play, a comedic farce, offers a fresh and humorous take on one of the greatest stories ever told. We invite you […]

Admissions Fall Open House Events

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions at the Events Interested students and families will have two opportunities to learn more about Blackburn College this fall. The Admissions and Financial Aid teams will host Open House events on Monday, October 14, and Monday, November 11, beginning at […]

Veterans Day Convocation

Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)

Blackburn Invites Community to Join Annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11 Blackburn College in Carlinville, Ill. will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11 am in Clegg Chapel located on the College campus. The American Legion Post 554 and the College will honor United States military veterans […]