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Blackburn College Homecoming 2023 logo - a sun sets behind two palm trees with Homecoming & Family Weekend at the bottom

Homecoming Weekend 2023

Save the date for September 29 - October 1, 2023 Find more information about Homecoming & Family Weekend and register for events: https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/

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 […]

Wide shot of the entrance to the Olin Science Building.

Notable Beavers – Speaker Series

Join Scott Dillard ’84 as he presents on how his career track has led him to live a life ‘in the space in between.’ Learn how these in-between spaces can […]

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 […]

$10
Threea pose during annual Alumni Association Luncheon awarding outstanding achievement

Alumni Association Luncheon

This time-honored tradition recognizes outstanding alumni, their distinguished careers, and ongoing service to Blackburn College. Find inspiration in the stories and journeys of our fellow alumni. Join us for lunch followed […]

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

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 […]

Stoddard Hall - Blackburn's longest-standing residence hall, built by students as part of the Work Program.
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Residence Halls Open House

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, […]

Four gather around a patio table at Campus Connections event at Homecoming

Campus Connections

Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville

Homecoming is a great time to reconnect with your alma mater, friends, staff, and faculty. Retired Blackburn faculty and staff will join us to restore past connections and catch up […]

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 […]

Wide shot of the crowd in front of the Demuzio Campus Center during the 2022 Homecoming festivities.

Barney’s Beach Bash

Come and hang with Barney at the beach one last time before we go our separate ways...food trucks, photo booth, drinks, and live music! When was the last time you […]

Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.
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“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]