Ceramics (and Other Art!) Sale
2025-05-08 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Renner Art Gallery
Come and support your local student artist!
The ceramics department is hosting a sale in Renner Art Department on Thursday May 8 • 10am to 3pm.
Student work, Instructor work.
Cash or credit cards accepted.

Course instruction ends
2025-05-09

Giving Days 2025: A Week of Help + Hope
2025-05-12 - 2025-05-15
Blackburn College Giving Day: A Week of Help + Hope is underway! Rally your classmates, family, and friends to come together to make a profound difference in the lives of our students and our College.
Your generous, steadfast support is something we depend on year after year! All gifts of all sizes will transform lives of Blackburn students and inspire hope for the future.
Learn more about Giving Day and A Week of Help + Hope >

Giving Day 2025
2025-05-16
What is Giving Day?
The purpose of Giving Day is to engage our community to advance the mission of the College while raising critical funding for student needs.
Giving Day is Blackburn’s largest fundraising event, when people around the world come together to celebrate and support what they love about the College.
Giving Day is an opportunity to show your love to Blackburn! Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends of Blackburn are encouraged to participate. Your donations to Blackburn College can support scholarships, student services, enhanced academic programs and MUCH MORE!
Make a gift anytime during the week of May 12-16 and be an IMPACTFUL part of our Week of Help + Hope!

Learn more about Giving Day and our Week of Help + Hope >

Class of 2025 - Senior Send-Off
2025-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Jaenke Alumni Center, 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, 62626, United States
We regret to inform you that due to low registration and lack of interest, the 2025 Senior Send-Off has been canceled.
While we were looking forward to celebrating with you and honoring your journey at Blackburn, we unfortunately did not receive enough responses to move forward with the event.
We understand this may come as a disappointment, but we hope you continue to find meaningful ways to celebrate your accomplishments with those who have supported you throughout your time here.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Please contact Alisha Kapp for more information.
Wishing you all the best as you prepare for graduation and the next chapter ahead.

Senior Convocation
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College, 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, 62626, United States
Friday, May 16, at 7:00 pm (Bothwell Auditorium)
Senior Convocation is a student-focused celebration for the graduates, their friends and families. Students, faculty, and staff will attend without formal regalia. Graduates will process and sit with their classmates.
Learn more about Graduation >

156th Annual Commencement
2025-05-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Hudson Quad
Commencement – Saturday, May 17, at 10:30 am (Hudson Quad)
View the digital program – Class of 2025 Commencement Program
Learn more about Graduation >

Last day to drop a class with a “W” grade
2025-06-17 08:00 - 17:00

Double Instruction Period
2025-06-17 08:00 - 17:00

New Student Orientation
2025-07-12 08:00 - 17:00

Blackburn Athletic Center - Open House
2025-07-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Blackburn Athletic Center
You’re invited to the Blackburn Athletic Center Open House Saturday, July 26, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
We welcome the community to explore our state-of-the-art facility, meet members of our athletic department, and learn more about the vision behind this transformational addition to campus. Tours and light refreshments will be available throughout the event.
Whether you’re a proud alum, a community neighbor, or a future student, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating this exciting milestone.
Please see the attached invitation for full details—we hope to see you there!

New and returning students arrive on campus
2025-08-22

Week of Welcome - Aug 25-29
2025-08-25 - 2025-08-29
Week of Welcome
Orientation and work training for all new students
LD 170 students
Work training for returning students
Academic advising

Week of Welcome; Orientation and Work Training for all new students; LD 170; Work training for returning students; Academic Advising
2025-08-25 08:00 - 2025-08-29 17:00

First Day of Semester-Long Classes
2025-09-02 08:00 - 16:00

All College Convocation
2025-09-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College, 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, 62626, United States

Opening Reception: Jeff Vaughn's "Elements of Stone and Water"
2025-09-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery – Visual Arts Center
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.
Opening Reception for artist Jeff Vaughn
Sharon K Sandfort Gallery In The Visual Arts Center
Friday, September 5 – 4:00 pm
Contact Professor Jody Jedlicka for more information.

CAB Event: DIY Magnets and Dorm Decor
2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Add a personal touch to your space! Join the Campus Activities Board for a fun and creative evening at our DIY Magnet & Dorm Decor Night.
Craft your own magnets and decorations to add a personal touch to your living space and meet other creative minds in the Demuzio Campus Center Commons on Friday, September 5, from 7–9 pm.
All supplies provided: bring your creativity!

CAB Event: 3rd Annual Chalk It Up Competition
2025-09-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Get ready to Chalk It Up!
The Campus Activities Board invites you to the 3rd Annual Chalk It Up Competition happening Saturday, September 6th, on the DCC Patio. Come show off your creativity and enjoy a colorful afternoon with friends!
Drawing: 12:00–4:00 pm
Judging & Awards: 4:00–5:00 pm
All supplies will be provided. Don’t forget to bring your CAB Card!

CAB Event: Milkshake Monday
2025-09-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Stoddard Hall Basement
Join the Campus Activities Board in Stoddard Basement from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM EVERY MONDAY for Milkshake Monday!
We have both dairy and non-dairy options available, so there’s a milkshake for everyone!
CAB will host Milkshake Monday every Monday where the campus is open this semester. Join us!

CAB Event: Monday Night Football Watch Party
2025-09-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join the Campus Activities Board in DCC EVERY MONDAY NIGHT for Monday Night Football co-sponsored by the Snack Bar as a part of the Beaver Brew Happy Hour!
Times will vary by Game Schedule. Check in to @blackburnstudentlife on Facebook and Instagram for Game Times.

CAB Event: Trivia Tuesday
2025-09-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join the Campus Activities Board in DCC Commons from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EVERY TUESDAY for Trivia Tuesday! New weekly themes to help you fly to the top of the leaderboard.

CLUB Event: Bible Study Club Meeting
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)
Looking for a place to grow in faith and make real connections on campus? The Bible Study Club is all about creating a welcoming space where students can explore the Bible and other religious texts, dive into meaningful conversations, and have fun along the way.
We mix things up with games, events, scripture comparisons, prayer, and even respectful debates that let everyone’s voice be heard. It’s not about having all the answers — it’s about asking questions, learning together, and building a supportive community where every student feels like they belong, no matter their background or beliefs.
If you’re curious about faith, want to meet new people, or just need a positive space to recharge (with some snacks on the side), come check us out! Our first meeting will be held on September 17th from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
