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Campus Connections
Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United StatesHomecoming is a great time to reconnect with your alma mater, friends, staff, and faculty. Retired Blackburn faculty and staff will join us to restore past connections and catch up with all of their favorite alums! Be sure to stop by and say hi! https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/homecoming-registration/ https://blackburn.edu/alumni/homecoming/
Athletic Hall of Fame Induction
The Athletics Hall of Fame allows us to recognize the individuals who have shaped our athletic identity and brought us success. This year, we are honored to celebrate Major Barnes ’73, posthumously (basketball), Keith Luther ’79 (basketball), Ken Place ’91 (baseball), Michael Smith ’92 (cross country, track and basketball), Grace Young ’12 (softball), and 2002 […]
Barney’s Beach Bash
Come and hang with Barney at the beach one last time before we go our separate ways...food trucks, photo booth, drinks, and live music! When was the last time you danced under the stars on campus? Delicious food and drink options will be available for purchase, and we encourage you to capture your Homecoming memories […]
“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A third performance is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 to the public and free to any Blackburn students, faculty and […]
Homecoming Brunch
Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, IllinoisWrap up your fabulous Homecoming Weekend in style with brunch and champagne. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat brunch spread in DING in the Demuzio Campus Center. Brunch is on your own beginning at 11:00 am. Register now to attend Homecoming > Visit the Homecoming page >
“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A third performance is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 to the public and free to any Blackburn students, faculty and […]
CAB Event: Milkshake Monday
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 […]
CAB Event: Trivia Tuesday
Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, IllinoisJoin 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!
Career Services Event: Visit with Jim Dahlquist, IL Auditor General’s Office
Demuzio Center Blackburn College 700 College Ave., Carlinville, IllinoisJim Dahlquist, from The Illinois Auditor General's Office is seeking to connect with students and faculty to discuss internship opportunities for the spring and summer 2024 semesters, as well as full-time auditors for those graduating by December 2023 or May 2024. Auditing is more than just numbers; it can also be performance based. Some majors […]
Humanities Salon
Jaenke Alumni Center 700 College Avenue, Carlinville, IL, United StatesHistorically, 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 & […]
Just Dance Glow Party
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center on Friday, October 6 at 7:00 pm for a Just Dance GLOW Party! Wear your best and brightest outfits and dance the night away!