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Blackburn Family Picnic (Demuzio Campus Center)
Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, IllinoisBlackburn 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 […]
Golden Beaver Society Luncheon
Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, IllinoisDid 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 […]
Residence Hall Open House
Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, ILYour 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 […]
The Patricia Wier Mynka Memorial Art Exhibition
Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery - Visual Arts CenterThe 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 […]
Homecoming Coronation (Dawes Gymnasium at 4:45)
Dawes GymnasiumCoronation 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.
Meet Up at McKinley (Mahan Science Building)
Mahan Science BuildingDue 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 […]
Blackburn Football Reunion
Woodson HallReconnect 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 […]
Cocktails and Karaoke
Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United StatesHave 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 […]
Women’s Volleyball vs. Lyons College
Dawes GymnasiumMagical Mayhem
Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United StatesFOUR MAGICAL ENTERTAINERS THREE MAGICIANS TWO HOURS ONE NIGHT Four Blackburn alumni return to campus to present an incredible magic show full of whimsy, amazing illusions, and a lot of […]
Beaverthon – Blackburn 5K
Ludlum HallTake part in our treasured 5K event while enjoying a scenic view of Carlinville. It's a great way to get your heart pumping for a long day of Homecoming events. […]