News and events listings for Blackburn College.
Get ready for a creative adventure! Join the MAC and the Campus Activities Board in Staunton, IL, on Friday, April 25, for an exciting evening of art-making. This month, we’ll explore Make-Your-Own Pride-Themed Silkscreens! We'll provide all the materials for up to 30 students, so register to secure your spot in this fun group activity. […]
Join Us for Beautification Day 2025! Beautification Day is back! On Saturday, April 26, 2025, Blackburn alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends will come together once again to enhance and beautify our beloved campus. This special tradition is a chance to give back, reconnect, and leave a lasting impact on Blackburn. Get Involved […]
Get ready for a night of fun, facts, and friendly competition at the Blackburn College Athletic Boosters (B Club) Trivia Fundraiser! When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Where: Woodson Hall, Blackburn College Time: Doors open at 4:00 PM | Trivia starts at 5:00 PM 10 rounds of brain-busting trivia! Teams of up to 8 – or […]
Join the Campus Activities Board after Beautification Day on Saturday, April 26, at 7:00 pm in DCC to Build Your Own Pollinator Stations. Pollinators play a crucial role in our ecosystem, and this hands-on workshop is designed for everyone. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, this event is open to all, and we […]
Food, Live Music, and Activities! Sunday Funday is a student-led event designed to create an exciting, engaging, and inclusive day of outdoor activities on campus. This event will offer a range of tournament-based games, and relaxed social opportunities, filling the gap in weekend activities for Blackburn College’s student body. Scheduled on Sunday when most students […]
Honors Night Ceremony April 28 at 6:30 pm Bothwell Auditorium Faculty, Staff and Students - Please join us!
Administrative and Academic Offices Open; No Classes Held; Founder’s Day celebration
On Tuesday, April 29th, Special Events Committee along with the help of Student Senate and Student Life will host our annual SWAD. Registration will take place at 10:30 am in DCC and many events will follow throughout the day including inflatables and a sand volleyball tournament. Check your campus mailbox and flyers around campus for […]
The Lodge’s, Blackburn's Literary and Arts Magazine, made for Blackburn students by Blackburn students, will host its 3rd Annual Grand Opening Party to celebrate the online publication of the 3rd issue. Join us in Jaenke on Thursday, May 1st at 6pm to celebrate Blackburn's creative community. Creative writers will read from their published works, and […]
Get ready for the FIRST Senior Sunset, a special event to celebrate the end of your senior year! Join us on Friday, May 2nd, at the Practice Fields. We'll begin gathering at 7:00 p.m. with sunset at 7:54 p.m. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs! CAB will have some available on a first-come, first-serve basis. […]
SAVE THE DATE! Please join us for an evening celebrating excellence, spirit, and achievement in our athletic community. Friday, May 2nd at 7 pm in Bothwell Auditorium Dress Code: Formal Attire. Appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be available. This event is hosted by the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Let’s celebrate Beaver […]
The season concludes with a significant choral event as Blackburn College’s three choirs—College Choir, Conservatory Choir, and Community Choir—join forces to perform Schubert’s Mass in G Major. This concert represents the culmination of the Music program’s renewed commitment to fostering community connections. With funding from the Illinois Arts Council, Blackburn launched the Conservatory Choir in […]
