Welcome parents and family!

Whether you’re new to the Blackburn College community or a proud parent of a returning student, we are happy you are here!

Founded in Carlinville, Illinois, Blackburn College offers a traditional college experience, and so much more. Not only do students get the benefits of life in an easy-going small town, but they have all the exploration, engaged academics, and the community and activities of college. But wait, there’s more. At Blackburn, students also get real-life, ready-for-the-workforce skills. These types of leadership skills immediately apply to nearly any job situation after graduation. The running start they give you to the working world is invaluable and unique to Blackburn.

Below are a list of quick references and resources to help you guide and support your student through this journey.

  • Blackburn College biology students in the field for a Rocket-Netting workshop at the IL Wildlife Conference

    Blackburn Students Experience Hands-On Education at Illinois Wildlife Society Conference

    April 25, 2025
  • Members of the group who organized the 3v3 basketball tournament stand on a basketball court

    Blackburn Business Students Partner with IL Archers to Coordinate 3v3 Basketball Tournament Success

    April 17, 2025
  • Jared Jones, Commencement Speaker graphic

    Jared Jones ’16 to Serve as Keynote Speaker at 2025 Blackburn College Commencement

    April 15, 2025
  • April 28
    Monday, April 28 2025

    Honors Night

    6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • April 29
    Tuesday, April 29 2025

    Student Worker Appreciation Day

    Apr 29 - All day
  • May 04
    Sunday, May 4 2025

    Choir Concert: Schubert’s Mass in G Major

    2:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Blackburn College biology students in the field for a Rocket-Netting workshop at the IL Wildlife Conference

Blackburn Students Experience Hands-On Education at Illinois Wildlife Society Conference

April 25, 2025
Members of the group who organized the 3v3 basketball tournament stand on a basketball court

Blackburn Business Students Partner with IL Archers to Coordinate 3v3 Basketball Tournament Success

April 17, 2025
Jared Jones, Commencement Speaker graphic

Jared Jones ’16 to Serve as Keynote Speaker at 2025 Blackburn College Commencement

April 15, 2025
Apr 28
Monday, April 28 2025

Honors Night

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Apr 29
Tuesday, April 29 2025

Student Worker Appreciation Day

Apr 29 - All day
May 04
Sunday, May 4 2025

Choir Concert: Schubert’s Mass in G Major

2:00 PM - 2:00 PM