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  • CAB Event: Milkshake Monday

    Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    Campus Activity Board (CAB) Event Milkshake Monday Jaenke Alumni Center Lobby 2:00 - 4:00 pm

  • Homecoming Weekend

    Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United States

    https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/

  • Close-up of Blackburn-themed golf tees.

    B Club Golf Tournament

    The Blackburn College Athletic Boosters will host their annual Homecoming Golf Tournament at Carlinville Country Club’s 9-hole course. Tournament fees include cart and greens fees, boxed lunch, and unlimited drinks. Compete in women’s and men’s challenges with prizes. Four players to a team. $400.00/team or $100.00/pp. Limited spots available. Registration Required. https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/b-club-golf-outing/ https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/homecoming-registration/ https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/   […]

  • Wide shot of the firepit at Jaenke's patio. The area around the firepit is decorated with pillows and pumpkins.

    Blackburn Family Picnic (Demuzio Campus Center)

    Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

    Blackburn Family Picnic will now be held in the Demuzio Campus Center! Previously: All alumni, students, family, faculty, and staff are invited to the Edwin and Claire Jaenke Alumni Center for our Blackburn Family Picnic on the Patio. The welcome picnic is a great way to get into the rhythm of Homecoming and Family Weekend […]

  • A slice of pie on the table of a catered luncheon for Homecoming at Blackburn College

    Golden Beaver Society Luncheon

    Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois

    Did you graduate in 1974 or earlier? If so, we salute you and are so happy to have you back on campus! Be sure to make plans to join us as you become a member of the Golden Beavers Society and reminisce with fellow Beavers who graduated 50+ years ago. A luncheon for this elite […]

  • Wide shot of the South entrance of Graham Hall.

    Residence Hall Open House

    Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL

    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, and ignored the pile of laundry in the corner. It was your spot to crash after a long day of classes or work. It's where […]

  • Homecoming Gallery Show from 2022, featuring a lawn mower with a parachute trailing behind, an ammunition box with a plant growing

    The Patricia Wier Mynka Memorial Art Exhibition

    Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery - Visual Arts Center

    The Blackburn College Art Department hosts an exhibition in the Sharon K. Sandfort Gallery of Art in the Visual Arts Center. Homecoming Gallery Show Showcasing Suzy Farren Artist Suzy Farren will showcase her work beginning September 27 as part of the Patricia Wier Mynka Memorial Art Exhibition, held each year during Blackburn's Homecoming & Family […]

  • Three Blackburn students pose on stage during the annual awarding of Homecoming Court

    Homecoming Coronation (Dawes Gymnasium at 4:45)

    Dawes Gymnasium

    Coronation will now be held in DAWES GYMNASIUM at 4:45 pm. This will take place right before warm-ups for the Homecoming Volleyball Game. Make sure to come out and watch Coronation and hang out to see Court Member and Co-Captain of the Volleyball Team, Cara Pence, play.

  • Shot of the entrance to the McKinley House. The front of the house is decorated with Fall themed ornaments and pumpkins.

    Meet Up at McKinley (Mahan Science Building)

    Mahan Science Building

    Due to inclement weather, "Meet Up at McKinley" has been moved to Mahan Science Building. Previously: Join President Larry and First Lady Cathy Lee on the grounds of McKinley House as they host a backyard barbeque. Enjoy a casual dinner with fellow Blackburnians, take in the beautiful campus views from atop McKinley hill, and toast […]

  • Old photo of Blackburn football player running the ball

    Blackburn Football Reunion

    Woodson Hall

    Reconnect with former teammates, reminisce about the unforgettable moments on and off the field, and create new memories with the Blackburn College community. The weekend will begin with a welcome reception, followed by the highlight of the event – a friendly and fun-filled flag football game featuring our former players. Registration required.   https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/football-reunion/ https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/homecoming-registration/ […]