Blackburn College

Ceramics Sale
2023-12-07 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
The art department is pleased to host a ceramics sale of student and instructor work. The sale will be held in Renner at Blackburn College.

Double Instruction Period
2023-12-06 08:00 - 2023-12-09 17:00
Blackburn College’s Double Instruction Period Schedule
December 6 – December 9, 2023

All Double Instruction Periods are scheduled for the regular classroom.
All final grades are due by 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
Any changes to this schedule must be provided by the Provost.

If your class meets on…
Your final class meeting is this day…
At this time…

Monday @ 8 am
Saturday, December 9
10:00 – 11:50 am

Monday @ 9 am
Friday, December 8
3:00 – 4:50 pm

Monday @ 10 am
Wednesday, December 6
3:00 – 4:50 pm

Monday @ 11 am
Thursday, December 7
8:00 – 9:50 am

Monday @ 12 pm
Wednesday, December 6
1:00 – 2:50 pm

Monday @ 1 pm
Friday, December 8
8:00 – 9:50 am

Monday @ 2 pm
Friday, December 8
10:00 – 11:50 am

Monday @ 3 pm
Wednesday, December 6
10:00 – 11:50 am

Tuesday @ 8 am
Thursday, December 7
10:00 – 11:50 am

Tuesday @ 9:30 am
Thursday, December 7
1:00 – 2:50 pm

Tuesday @ 11 am
Thursday, December 7
3:00 – 4:50 pm

Tuesday @ 12:30 pm
Friday, December 8
1:00 – 2:50 pm

Tuesday @ 2 pm
Friday, December 8
8:00 – 9:50 am

Monday Night Classes
Wednesday, December 6
8:00 – 9:50 pm

CA 401, Career Entry Seminar
Thursday, December 7
7:00 – 8:50 pm

Finals Breakfast
2023-12-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join us for Finals Breakfast on December 5th from 7-10 pm. We will have an ugly sweater contest, karaoke, gingerbread house making, and tree decorating!

CAB Event: Time Out Tuesday
2023-12-05 10:00 - 16:00
Join the Campus Activities Board from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm for TIME OUT TUESDAY in front of Buzz’s Hideout in DCC on Study Day! Take a break from your studies with our all day hot chocolate, hot cider, and hot coffee bar (while supplies last).

Study Day; classes canceled
2023-12-05 08:00 - 2023-12-12 17:00

Humanities Salon
2023-12-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Jaenke Alumni Center, 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, 62626, United States
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes were served.
To honor this tradition and establish a creative community at Blackburn for writers, artists, performers, and lovers of all art, the English & Communications hosts our own Humanities Salon on the first Thursday of each month at 6 pm in Jaenke, which is open to all students, faculty, and staff who want to:
● read their own creative work;
● perform a short musical, theatrical, dance, or any stage act;
● share and discuss an original work of art;
● share any work of art of any medium that you simply love;
● listen and be part of the creative community at Blackburn.
Refreshments will be served and on-theme attire is encouraged!

September 5, 2023: The Mystery Salon
The Blackburn Humanities Salon returns for the ’23-’24 school year with the first salon of the fall semester, The Mystery Salon.

October 6, 2023: Out of the Coffin Salon
October is the month for Halloween and LGBTQ+ history, so crawl out of your coffins to Jaenke, on October 5th at 6 pm, and come share your favorite creations on those themes.

November 2, 2023: The Home Salon
Come get cozy by the fire with us as we share works that make us feel safe and warm, and celebrate all the people, places, and things in our lives that give us a sense of belonging and home.

December 4, 2023: Showcase
Join the English and Communications department as we showcase the works of writers in this fall’s English and creative writing classes.

February 8, 2024: The Love Salon
Join us for our second annual Love Salon, a night of celebrating all the kinds of love that sustain us, from friendship to romance to our furry friends.

March 7, 2024: The Future Salon
Join us for and evening of works that dream, dread, and otherwise conceptualize the future, from science fiction to celebrations of hope.

April 4, 2024: The Salon in Bloom
It’s almost the end of the semester, and so many things are the beginning to blossom! Come to the Salon in Bloom and share works that celebrate the spirit of growth and new beginnings.

May 1, 2024: The Lodge Grand Opening
Join Blackburn’s Literary Publishing class in celebrating the launch of the second issue of The Lodge, Blackburn’s online student literary and arts publication!

CAB Event: Milkshake Monday
2023-12-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-13 14:00 - 16:00
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is closed. Every time you come to this event, you will receive a sticker on your CAB Card, AND attendance will be taken for House Cup points!
This event is open to all students, faculty, and staff. If you’re interested in co-hosting Milkshake Monday with your club/organization or department, contact Alia Stewart (alia.stewart@blackburn.edu)

Christmas at Blackburn
2023-12-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Clegg Chapel (at Hudson Hall)
Blackburn College will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Christmas at Blackburn event. A Lessons and Carols service, the celebration will include the Blackburn College Choir and scripture readings presented by students, faculty, and community members. Blackburn’s Professor of Philosophy and Religion, Dr. Carter Aikin, will preside at the event. Music faculty Dr. Joseph Welch and Dr. See Tsai Chan will direct the production and provide accompaniment, respectively. Clegg Chapel is located in Hudson Hall – the main academic building on campus.

PLATINUM BINGO
2023-12-02 19:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: PLATINUM BINGO! Join the Campus Activities Board at 7:00 pm in DCC on Saturday, December 02. Get ready to win big with prizes ranging from experiences and electronics to everyday favorites. Make sure you bring your CAB Card!

Blackburn C.A.M.P. Committee Faculty & Staff Tailgate
2023-12-02 12:00 - 17:00
Faculty and Staff: come show your support at the inaugural tailgate of the season on Dec. 2nd.
Tailgating at DCC starts at 12pm. We will then be attending the Basketball game at 1pm. This will be followed up with a bags tourney and snacks. We will then progress to the next basketball game at 3pm.
Burgers & dogs will be provided by Grill-Master Dr. Tim Morenz. Bring a favorite side dish and your own beverage (Please no alcohol in the gym). Family & plus-1 welcome! RSVP to jeremy.mcaninch@blackburn.edu

Intramural Gaming League (IGL)
2023-12-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-25 10:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-18 10:00 - 17:00
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games?
For the first time the Blackburn Computer Science Department is putting on the Intramural Gaming League. Participants will go head to head in teams of 4, competing weekly in different games. We won’t just be playing just one game, but a new one each week over a 6 week period to test a variety of skill sets, making team balancing all the more essential.
Students, staff, and faculty are welcome to participate. You can come with a team of four put together, or you can come with fewer than that. At the starting date, you will be placed or combined with other groups or people to create a team of four. If you have any interest in participating, feel free to follow the link below to sign up.
Sign Up Link: https://forms.gle/9vBp58wKXJTJTUZN7
Our starting date or “Week 0” will be Saturday, September 16th, at 10am in Hudson Computer Lab. There we will decide on upcoming games and finalize teams. Each week at the same time and place we will meet back up to play! So be sure to sign up and stop by if you are interested!
If you have any questions, feel free to email Max Schaad at kenneth.schaad@blackburn.edu or Roger Frye at roger.frye@blackburn.edu

Holiday Card Decorating Party with CAB
2023-12-01 19:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join the Campus Activities Board in DCC at 7:00 pm on Friday, December 01 for a Holiday Card Decorating Party! Make a card for your favorite person or leave them to be donated.

Seminar Exhibition
2023-12-01 16:00 - 22:00 | Sharon K. Sandfort Art Gallery – Visual Arts Center
The Seminar exhibition featuring work by senior Sydney Bray and junior Liv Leemon will open this Friday with a reception from 4 to 6:30PM in the Sharon K. Sandfort Gallery in the Visual Arts Center.

BUZZ'S HIDEOUT GRAND OPENING!!
2023-11-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join Student Life and Fresh Ideas to celebrate the grand opening of Buzz’s Hideout, Blackburn’s NEW gaming room located inside DCC. The ribbon cutting will kick off the party at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 30. Refreshments will be available until 3:00 pm.

CAB Event: Trivia Tuesday
2023-11-28 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-21 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-11-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Demuzio Center Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Carlinville, Illinois, 62626
Join the Campus Activities Board at 7:00 pm in DCC for Trivia Tuesday! This event will take place EVERY Tuesday unless otherwise noted or the campus is closed. This event is eligible for one CAB Card sticker every time you attend, AND attendance will be taken for House Cup points!

Writer's Block - Career Readiness Workshop
2023-11-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Lumpkin Library
The Writer’s Block announces a Career Readiness Workshop series open to all students!

Director of Career Services Haley Bray will present on the following topics related to career preparation:

September 25 @ 7 pm – Interview Etiquette and the STAR Technique
October 30 @ 7 pm – Resume and Cover Letter Basics
November 27 @ 7 pm – LinkedIn Overview and Networking

All events are located in the Writer’s Block inside Lumpkin Library.
Light refreshments will be served.

Art Club Exhibition
2023-11-27 17:30 - 19:30
Please join us on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH for our first annual Art Club Exhibition! The opening reception will be held in the RENNER GALLERY 5:30-7:30. This exhibition is managed entirely by students and will feature a people’s choice award, voting will start at 5:30 and conclude at 6:30. Make sure you come and vote for your favorite piece! Refreshments will be provided.

Course Instruction Resumes 8 a.m.
2023-11-27 08:00 - 17:00

Thanksgiving Vacation Begins 9 p.m.
2023-11-21 08:00 - 17:00

Last Day - Withdraw Passing from a Class
2023-11-20 08:00 - 17:00

Color Run
2023-11-18 08:00 - 10:00
The Calm Club is hosting a 2-mile on-campus run, and all are welcome to participate, including walkers. Wearing white is encouraged to be hit by colored powder, and the club can provide a white T-shirt if needed. Pet owners can bring their pets along as the powder is pet-friendly. Dr. Hopper will also participate and get covered in powder. The event starts at 8:00 am at the DCC Patio.

Dream On: A Rock Concert
2023-11-17 19:00 | Bothwell Auditorium at Blackburn College, 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, 62626, United States
A special rock concert featuring Blackburn’s Ensemble/Staged Production students, accompanied by a live band, will perform a wide variety of rock songs, ranging from classic to modern and somewhere in between. The theme, “Dream On,” is central to the focus of the Music department for this year: growth, goals, and dreams. Blackburn’s Voice Instructor, Professor Cady Thomas Potts, will direct the concert.

BC Eras Tour (Fall Dance)
2023-11-11 20:00 - 23:00
Are You “…Ready for It?”
The Campus Activities Board is “Enchanted” to invite you to The Eras Tour (Blackburn’s Version) at our Fall Dance. Tell your friends you’re “going out tonight” Saturday, November 11th at 8:00 pm.
Join the fun in an outfit that makes DCC shimmer. You’ll want to “Stay, Stay Stay” all night long, but the parTAY ends at 11:00 pm. There will be no “Champagne Problems” at the cash bar with our very own celebrity bartender, Kate Baskin. NICE!
