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  • Wide shot of the firepit at Jaenke's patio. The area around the firepit is decorated with pillows and pumpkins.

    Blackburn Family Picnic (Demuzio Campus Center)

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

    Blackburn Family Picnic will now be held in the Demuzio Campus Center! Previously: All alumni, students, family, faculty, and staff are invited to the Edwin and Claire Jaenke Alumni Center […]

  • Wide shot of the South entrance of Graham Hall.

    Residence Hall Open House

    Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL

    Your residence hall was your home away from home during your college years. Your room was the place you decked out with memories from home, plastered posters on the walls, […]

  • Homecoming Gallery Show from 2022, featuring a lawn mower with a parachute trailing behind, an ammunition box with a plant growing

    The Patricia Wier Mynka Memorial Art Exhibition

    Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery - Visual Arts Center

    The Blackburn College Art Department hosts an exhibition in the Sharon K. Sandfort Gallery of Art in the Visual Arts Center. Homecoming Gallery Show Showcasing Suzy Farren Artist Suzy Farren […]

  • Shot of the entrance to the McKinley House. The front of the house is decorated with Fall themed ornaments and pumpkins.

    Meet Up at McKinley (Mahan Science Building)

    Mahan Science Building

    Due to inclement weather, "Meet Up at McKinley" has been moved to Mahan Science Building. Previously: Join President Larry and First Lady Cathy Lee on the grounds of McKinley House […]

  • Old photo of Blackburn football player running the ball

    Blackburn Football Reunion

    Woodson Hall

    Reconnect with former teammates, reminisce about the unforgettable moments on and off the field, and create new memories with the Blackburn College community. The weekend will begin with a welcome […]

  • Cocktails and Karaoke at Homecoming - string lights and a fire pit reveal a gathering of people as they sing the night away on Jaenke Patio

    Cocktails and Karaoke

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

    Have a main character moment at this popular Homecoming event. If you’ve never tried karaoke before you will not regret it! Come join us for a few cheeky cocktails and […]

  • Magical Mayhem

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

    FOUR MAGICAL ENTERTAINERS THREE MAGICIANS TWO HOURS ONE NIGHT Four Blackburn alumni return to campus to present an incredible magic show full of whimsy, amazing illusions, and a lot of […]

  • Concept image of the new Blackburn indoor Athletic Facility.

    Blackburn Athletic Center Grand Opening & Tours

    Blackburn Athletic Center

    The grand opening of the Blackburn Athletic Center will be celebrated with great enthusiasm. This event will mark the inauguration of the new facility designed to enhance the athletic experience […]

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

    BeaverNation Fan Zone

    The BeaverNation Fan Zone is a dynamic and engaging area dedicated to enhancing the game-day experience for Blackburn Athletic supporters. Situated between the soccer pitch and centerfield, this vibrant space […]