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Lions and tiger and bears, oh my! Let the evening begin with a wave of the Good Witch's wand as the Hudson Quad transforms into a glamorous Emerald City in rich hues of greens and golds. Begin the evening by sipping on the weekend's signature cocktails while mingling with fellow classmates. Dinner under the stars […]
The Office of Institutional Advancement is pleased to announce the 2022 Blackburn College Homecoming Court. Candidates must be senior designated by course credit and in good standing in both the work program and academics. The senior class nominated the six candidates. Homecoming Royalty voting will begin campus-wide on Monday, September 19 until Thursday, September 22 […]
Feel like the Wizard of Oz as you soar up over the tree tops of campus in a tethered hot air balloon. This is sure to be a surreal, magical moment as the sun sets over Carlinville. $10.00 per person. Registration Required. Register now to attend Homecoming > Visit the Homecoming page > […]
The Blackburn Music Showcase kicks off Music's performance calendar for the year. It features highlights from each concert of the season. This year's theme "We're Not in Kansas Anymore" celebrates the new direction Blackburn's Music program is taking and the upcoming College Choir performance at Carnegie Hall in New York City! Register now to […]
Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to sing the night away! If you've never tried karaoke before you will not regret it! Just have a drink or two for extra courage and you'll be singing like Mariah Carey! DJ Bella Event and DJ Services will be spinning the tunes all night long! Cash […]
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 Homecoming events. The 3.11-mile run/walk will take participants through a combination of the neighboring streets to Blackburn's campus and country roads, culminating in a finish […]
Let's celebrate the one-year journey goal of running or walking your way to 1,837 miles! Join us to celebrate your accomplishments, your challenges, and make some new friends in the process, This will also serve as the kickoff to our 2022-2023 journey to Project 1913, so if you missed out last year, be sure to […]
The Notable Beavers' Speaker Series for 2022 will feature Dale Boyer '83 (Friday, September 23) and Chuck Lyons '79 (Saturday, September 24). Saturday, September 24 The Assassination and Grand Funeral of Abraham Lincoln Alumni Lecture Hall in Olin - 10:00 am Blackburn Alumnus Chuck Lyons '79 leads us in a presentation of the murder mystery […]
The Behind the Burn Series for 2022 will feature two elements of Blackburn's sustainability efforts: trees (Friday, September 23) and bees (Saturday, September 24). Saturday, September 24 Blackburn Bees Olin Hall - 11:00 am Get an exclusive tour of the growth of Blackburn's sustainability efforts on campus. Experience why we have been named a Bee […]
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 teams (teams of two). Double elimination. Have a blast competing for only $10.00 per person. Check-in begins at 10:30 am with play starting at 11:00 […]
A class reunion gives a chance to reconnect with old friends, remember the fun times you had in college, and celebrate with people you may not have seen for years. The Saturday morning brunch provides an opportunity for each reunion class to gather individually in Woodson Hall. Reunion class pictures will be taken at this […]
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 by the annual Alumni Association Board meeting. Space is limited. $15.00 per person. Registration Required by September 14. Register now to attend Homecoming […]