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  • Blackburn Volleyball student-athlete tapping the ball into the adversary team's zone.

    Volleyball vs. MUW

    Dawes Gymnasium

    Blackburn's Volleyball team faces off against new SLIAC member Mississippi University for Women in the featured matchup at 7:00 p.m. in Historic Dawes Gymnasium.

  • 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 & 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 […]

  • 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 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 […]

  • four Blackburn alums gather around a table reminiscing and enjoying brunch during Homecoming 2022

    Reunion Class Brunch (Graduating Classes of 2013, 1998, 1973, and 1963)

    Woodson Hall

    A class reunion gives one 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 […]

    $15

  • 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 current state of the project or learn more about the many ways to support the Winning Together Campaign.   https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/homecoming-registration/ https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/

  • 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, IL, United States

    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 […]