A Faculty vs Staff Mac & Cheese Cook Off will occur inside DCC on Thursday, April 17, at 5:00 p.m. The office of Student Life will work to promote this event to students and make sure they know it is going on. If you want to get involved but don't know how or aren't the […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in DCC from 7:00 - 9:00 pm every Tuesday* for Trivia Tuesday! Are you interested in submitting or hosting your own Trivia Games? Contact [email protected] for more information! *Please check @blackburnstudentlife for any cancellations and updates.
Join Us for Beautification Day 2025! Beautification Day is back! On Saturday, April 26, 2025, Blackburn alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends will come together once again to enhance and beautify our beloved campus. This special tradition is a chance to give back, reconnect, and leave a lasting impact on Blackburn. Get Involved […]
On Tuesday, April 29th, Special Events Committee along with the help of Student Senate and Student Life will host our annual SWAD. Registration will take place at 10:30 am in DCC and many events will follow throughout the day including inflatables and a sand volleyball tournament. Check your campus mailbox and flyers around campus for […]
The Lodge’s, Blackburn's Literary and Arts Magazine, made for Blackburn students by Blackburn students, will host its 3rd Annual Grand Opening Party to celebrate the online publication of the 3rd issue. Join us in Jaenke on Thursday, May 1st at 6pm to celebrate Blackburn's creative community. Creative writers will read from their published works, and […]
The season concludes with a significant choral event as Blackburn College’s three choirs—College Choir, Conservatory Choir, and Community Choir—join forces to perform Schubert’s Mass in G Major. This concert represents the culmination of the Music program’s renewed commitment to fostering community connections. With funding from the Illinois Arts Council, Blackburn launched the Conservatory Choir in […]
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Get ready for a night of unforgettable entertainment at Blackburn’s Got Talent—a celebration of the incredible talent within our campus community! From soulful singers and energetic dancers to comedians, musicians, and unexpected surprises, this showcase is open to students, staff, faculty, and alumni ready to step into the spotlight.
Raise a glass and your Beaver pride—it's time for the Harvest Hop, Blackburn’s official Homecoming Bar Crawl! Sponsored by the Alumni Association Board, this festive evening is your chance to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate with fellow alumni and friends in true Blackburn style. We’re taking over the Carlinville square, making stops at all your favorite […]
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 karaoke to your heart’s content. DJ Bella Event and DJ Services will be spinning the tunes all night long! Cash bar and snack bar will […]
Grab your blankets, lawn chairs, and friends—it’s movie night under the stars! Join us for a relaxing evening on the Hudson Hall Quad featuring an outdoor movie screening and a warm, crackling campfire. Snuggle up with your favorite people, roast some marshmallows, and enjoy a movie on the big screen in the fresh fall air. […]
Join us for a morning of creativity, conversation, and community at Mimosas and Masterpieces, a fundraising event sponsored by the Blackburn Fine Arts Boosters! Whether you're an experienced artist or just looking to try something new, this painting and sip event offers the perfect chance to relax, create a beautiful work of art, and support […]