Blackburn Coronavirus Campus Updates Archive: March 2020 – March 2022 COVID Data Tracker Blackburn College is located in Macoupin County, Illinois. To find updated details for each county in the United States, […]
Table of Contents Campus Guidelines & Policies Campus Guidelines & Policies BOOKSTORE POLICIES BOOK RETURN POLICY Refunds for your textbooks can be issued if the following conditions are met: MERCHANDISE […]
Blackburn College: Student Right-to-Know Blackburn College is pleased to provide the following information regarding our institution’s retention, graduation/completion rates, and student diversity. The information is provided in compliance with the […]
Beginning in 2024, the Legacy Walk recognizes exceptional Blackburn alumni who have excelled in their chosen fields and left an indelible mark on the world. On the scenic northeastern portion […]
Congratulations on your acceptance to Blackburn. There is no other college or university in the United States quite like Blackburn College. Our unique campus culture is the byproduct of the […]
All of the following documents and forms are required to be considered for admission to Blackburn College. Students with F-1 visas currently in the US and transferring from another college/university […]
Table of Contents Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Blackburn College is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of discrimination on the basis […]
DIPS December 2024 (PDF) December 10 – December 13, 2024 If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. […]
Blackburn College has received a $1 million gift from the estate of Marguerite Steffey Snyder. The College’s Board of Trustees has designated the annual proceeds from this gift to directly […]
On March 11th, 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARP), Public Law 117-2, was signed into law which authorized the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund III (HEERF III). The HEERF III […]
Table of Contents Student Housing Student Housing INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENCE LIFE The Residence Life program at Blackburn is designed to give each student the opportunity to not only have a […]
Table of Contents Student Conduct Policies Student Conduct Policies GENERAL CAMPUS GUIDELINES THE STUDENT CONDUCT CODE By choosing to attend Blackburn College you become a member of the Blackburn community, […]
Students and their families may qualify for different loan options to help manage costs and allow repayments over time. Federal loans are borrowed and must be repaid after you graduate, […]
Double Instruction Period (DIPs) Schedule Spring 2024 (pdf) If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. […]
Blackburn College will host a Coaches vs. Cancer event on Saturday, February 1, 2025, when the Beavers face off against Greenville University. The Women’s Basketball game will begin at 1:00 […]
Explore Blackburn’s student clubs, organizations, and resources as well as how you can get involved at the Clubs & Organizations Fair on Saturday, February 1 from 10:00 am to 1:00 […]
Join us for Springfest on April 27, 2024. Small activities, crafts, yard games, cash bar, and sand volleyball will be available between 10 am to 4 pm in various locations […]
Production Runs September 29 Through October 1 The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29 and […]
Please come and support our senior psychology majors for their seminar presentations. They each conducted an original research experiment and will present their findings. Presentations will be 20 minutes in […]
Blackburn College invites the community to celebrate its 2023 Homecoming & Family Weekend beginning September 29. This year’s beach-themed “Weekend at Barney’s” – named for Blackburn’s beloved beaver – will […]
Table of Contents Student Work Program Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines. Each […]
It’s our job to help you find the information you need, whether on the shelf or on the web. Online databases offer access to studies, citations, and scholarly articles from […]
Walk the Lines – Project 1837 and 1913 The founding of Blackburn College in 1837 is the basis for the first line stop in the virtual race for fitness, fun […]
On December 27th, 2020, the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2021 (CRRSAA), was signed into law which authorized the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF II). The […]
October 1st – Chalk Talk with Dr. Tim Morenz and Dr. Mark Hopper, 1:00-2:00pm ADRs Topic: Body language in the classroom
Thursday, August 29 *bolded events are required by new students 7-10am Breakfast in DCC 7:45-9:45am Athletic practices 10:30-11:45am Culture of Respect of Blackburn for faculty, staff, and students (Bothwell) 12pm […]
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) will be hosting a Faculty/Staff vs Student Dodgeball Tournament on study day, Thursday May 2, from 1:00-3:00 PM in Dawes. Please sign up with your […]
The Department of Music and Theatre invites you to an Open House and Ice Cream Social, Friday, August 26 at 5pm! Come meet the professors and students and learn about […]
Food is more than something you eat. It’s fuel for your body, a moment to bond with friends, and something that provides comfort when you’re at your home away from […]
At Blackburn, we believe education should transform lives and open doors. As an institution nationally recognized for combining strong academics, unmatched leadership opportunities, and career experience, all while lowering the […]
Submit your announcement request or add an event to the website calendar. The Communique Blackburn’s daily email for students, faculty and staff. Distributed each Monday-Friday at 10 a.m., it is […]
Table of Contents Academics College Catalog Student Portal Course Load Classroom Behavior Policy Academic Integrity Plagiarism: What It Is and How to Avoid It Grade Appeal Policy Administrative Withdrawal Policy […]
An education from Blackburn College is an investment yielding a lifetime of rewards. We understand that a Blackburn education represents a significant investment for any family and are committed to […]
Complete your academic file if you have not done so. Blackburn College must have official copies of your completion of a secondary school program. For students with post-secondary (college/university) coursework, in […]
All of the following documents and forms are required to be considered for admission to Blackburn College. To allow adequate time to process the admission request and complete the enrollment […]
Studying in the US is a big decision and can be a complicated process. Not only is Blackburn College committed to making the admission process as easy as possible for […]
Recycling what we can no longer use, rather than tossing it into trash, and from there into Illinois landfills, makes an important contribution to environmental sustainability. Recycling is also just […]
On March 27, Congress approved the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security CARES Act. The CARES Act Emergency Financial Aid Grants to Students is federal legislation which provides funding to […]
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 […]
Jim and Sonja with their parents.
Wednesday, August 28 *bolded events are required by new students 7-10am Breakfast in DCC 7:45-9:45am Athletic practices 10-11:45am Campus Resources (Bothwell Auditorium) Academic Tutoring, Dr. Tim Morenz Accommodations and Peer […]
Faculty Art featuring Craig Newsom, Jody Jedlicka, Brandace Cloud and Sarah Walker. Opening November 1, 2024 from 4 pm to 6 pm. Located in the Sharon K. Sandfort Gallery.
October 28th – Lunch and Learn with Dr. Sam Kahl, 12:00-1:00pm, in her Lab (Mahan) Topic: Informed Assignments
October 9th – Chalk Talk with Dr. Angie Morenz, 12:00-1:00pm ADRs Topic: Creative Projects in the Classroom
September 26th – Lunch and Learn with Dr. Annah Browning , 12:00-1:00pm in the ADRs Topic: Creating effective writing prompts
Blackburn College Wrestling Clinic — Spencer Lee Wrestling Clinic Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn from 3x NCAA Champion and 2024 Olympic Freestyle Wrestling Medalist Spencer Lee as […]
Friday, August 30 *bolded events are required by new students 7-10am Breakfast in DCC 7:45-9:45am Athletic practices 8-4pm Student Success and Wellness Coordinator available for walk-in consultations (Lumpkin) 10-12pm New […]
Tuesday, August 27 *Bolded events are required by new students 7-10am Breakfast in DCC 7:45-9:45am Athletic practices 9am Feeling stressed? Try mindfulness meditation (Lumpkin 120) 10am Workshop 3: Communicating and […]
Mr. Larry K Lee, Vice President for Finance and Administration at St. Cloud State University, has been selected as the next President of Blackburn College. The appointment follows a comprehensive […]
Monday, August 26 *bolded events are required by new students 7-10am Breakfast in Demuzio Campus Center (DCC) 7:45-9:45am Athletic Practices 8am Students who need to register for classes report to […]
Hosted by Blackburn & Beyond Illinois Epilepsy Support Resources Fair Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Auxiliary Dining Room, DCC Join us as we discuss the services that Illinois Epilepsy Support and […]
Join us on March 23, at 2 p.m., to participate in the Blackburn Easter Egg Hunt! The event will take place at the gazebo (near the library), where bags will […]
The Alumni Association Board of Directors would like to recognize and celebrate Blackburn College’s Class of 2024 at a Senior Send-Off on Friday, May 10, 2024 in the Edwin and […]
MCPHD will be on campus, Monday, April 15 from 11 am until 1 pm for STI testing. The test will include gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis. There are free […]
Join the Campus Activities Board Friday, March 1 in DCC from 7:00 – 9:00 pm for DIY Charm Bracelets! Create your own Lucky Charms for March. Don’t forget your CAB […]
The Athletics Department & the Black Student Union are partnering to celebrate Black History Month Thursday, February 1. Join us in historic Dawes Gymnasium to watch both women’s and men’s […]
Athletics & the Black Student Union are partnering to celebrate Black History Month on February 1. The Blackburn Beavers take on Mississippi University for Women, at 5:30 pm and 7:30 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn also Ranked First in Illinois for Pell Grant Student Performance by Washington Monthly U.S. News & World Report has once again recognized Blackburn College in its annual rankings of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Register by May 1 Please find more information on our Graduation Information page
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their spring musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, March 31 at 7 pm, Saturday, […]
Save the date for September 29 – October 1, 2023 Find more information about Homecoming & Family Weekend and register for events: Homecoming & Family Weekend
Blackburn College Outreach Flu Shot Clinic November 1, 2022 8:00AM – 12:00PM Bothwell Auditorium Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) is returning to Blackburn again this year to provide flu […]
Blackburn also Recognized as a Top Performer for Social Mobility, Performance of Low-Income Students and Commitment to Supporting Military Service Members Blackburn College has again been recognized by U.S. News […]
Do the FAFSA! The earlier the better. The 2023-2024 FAFSA opens on October 1, 2022. Contact the Financial Aid office with any questions.
Let’s celebrate the one-year journey goal of running or walking your way to 1,837 miles! Join us to celebrate your accomplishments, your challenges, and make some new friends in the […]
Blackburn College will add two new athletic teams for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year. Men’s and women’s track will join Blackburn’s 11 other NCAA Division III sports programs, providing students […]
Pizza and Pride! June is Pride Awareness Month. Students, faculty and staff are celebrating with a Pizza and Pride Luncheon on Wednesday, June 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in […]
Looking for a place to grow in faith and make real connections on campus? The Bible Study Club is all about creating a welcoming space where students can explore the […]
Blackburn College Giving Days A Week of Help & Hope logo – 05/12/25 – 05/16/25
Blackburn proudly presents “Once” as this year’s spring musical. Performances will take place on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 pm, with a matinee on Sunday, April […]
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 […]
Campus Residence Policy Blackburn College recognizes the importance of the college residential experience as part of overall student learning and development. The College is therefore committed to providing students the […]
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) POLICY FOR FINANCIAL AID Federal regulations require the college to establish and implement a policy to measure if an aid applicant is making satisfactory academic progress […]
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is a federal law that gives students certain rights with respect to their education records. BLACKBURN COLLEGE FERPA POLICY I. […]
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Blackburn Grounds Supervisor discussing the 2022 Beautification Day’s plans with the volunteers.
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President Larry K. Lee stands in front of fireplace decorated for Christmas
Blackburn student, Tim Conner, performing on stage at the Bothwell Auditorium. Blackburn Music professor, Joseph Welch, can be seen in the background playing the piano.
Blackburn student holds animal for as second grade students safely touch
Portrait of Jody Sturgeon.
Dr. Elisabeth Gantt
Wide shot of Ludlum Hall.
Students spread mulch dumped by wheelbarrow in front of the Jewell Hall entrance during Beautification Day 2025
A group of students sit around camp fire during field biology opportunity
Full stage in Bothwell with three choirs and stringed instruments performing together at the Blackburn Spring Concert 2025
Blackburn Volleyball student-athlete tapping the ball into the adversary team’s zone.
Blackburn business students participate in labor negotiation event
Cambodian villagers gather around a digital video camera to review footage on small camera screen (courtesy of Daniel Lanctot)
student examines beehive tray covered in bees
Photo of a giant crowd, Blackburn graduates seated and a full stage of administrators and guests during Blackburn College’s 155th Commencement for the Class of 2024
Blackburn professor teaching a class. A student can be seen near the professor in the shot.
Portrait of Lexi Lusk.
Guest speaker talking to business students during the Deal or No Deal Event.
Education major students demonstrating their teaching skills by talking to a classroom full of children.
Blackburn student, Megan Eckelberry performing at the Bothwell Auditorium.
Wide view of Hudson Hall and its Quad.
Blackburn student, Hector Delgado, posing for a photo in Argentina.
Blackburn student? holding flower trays during Beautification Day.
Blackburn students waiting to receive their degrees at the 2022 Commencement.
Blackburn student, Jade Novak, pouring a solution for a high school student during the 2023 Science Day.
Professor of Biology James Bray Jr. poses with Professor of Ecology and Biology Samantha Kahl ’05 at the recognition dinner for honored faculty. Bray was named the Dr. Irving Lawrence […]
Blackburn College – Bee Program – Senior Dade Bradley shows student bees at work in the new observation hive
Bee Program worker, Dade Bradley, showing the bee observatory in Mahan to a student.
Women’s Soccer player, Libby Adams, races an opposing player to the ball
Vintage photo of Professor Roy McLeod writing equations on a board and explaining them.
Three volunteers standing next to the Blackburn College sign on the 2022 Beautification Day.
Portrait of Nancy Roberts.
Wide shot of the front of Butler Hall.
Blackburn student going through a water slide as two other students stare at her in the background.
Blackburn mailroom student worker tagging the mailboxes at the mailroom.
Two Blackburn Grounds student workers building a sidewalk near Butler Hall.
Two Campus Maintenance workers wraking the grounds near Ludlum Hall.
Portrait of Doctor Mark L. Biermaan.
Study Abroad
Blackburn Soccer student-athlete walking across the soccer field.
Blackburn staff members serving a milkshake to a student during Milkshake Monday.
Group of Blackburn students playing Sand Volleyball at Graham-North’s Patio.
Close-up of a stack of books stacked on top of each other.
Blackburn student looking at a specimen through a microscope.
Close-up shot of a Blackburn student pencil drawing at the Visual Arts Center.
Portrait of Margaret Lawler.
Portrait of Noelia Martinez-Voigt.
Blackburn students posing for a picture while working around the grounds near Hudson Hall.
Blackburn graduate standing and pointing at the stage during graduation.
A group of Blackburn students posing for a picture.
Landscape shot of Ludlum-Hudson Hall. Butler Hall’s Rock and Ludlum’s Blackburn sign can be seen in the picture.
Portrait of Jody Sturgeon, Dean of Work.
Portrait of ex-President Mark Biermann.
Blackburn Alumni, Caleb Rieger ’21 and Dade Bradley ’23, inspecting a beebox on campus.
Portrait of Jim Faust.
Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.
Please join us on April 22, 2024, from 8-11 PM in Jaenke for a night of music, dancing, and drinks. We ask that you please dress formal/semi-formal. Please be prepared […]
In May 2024, the Board of Trustees appointed Larry K. Lee as the 20th President of Blackburn College. He began his term on July 1, 2024. During his nearly 30-year […]
Blackburn College, ranked #1 among baccalaureate colleges in Illinois and #20 nationwide by Washington Monthly, located in Carlinville, IL, invites applications for a full-time, teaching-focused, tenure-track position in Accounting to […]
Summer Orientation aims to aid new students in successfully transitioning to life at Blackburn College. Our goal is to encourage our students to build a supportive community that allows them […]
Blackburn College Ranked #1 in Illinois and #20 Nationally by Washington Monthly
Members of Institutional Review Board (IRB) in Blackburn College Chair: Members: Why does the Blackburn College Institutional Review Board Exist? The IRB exists as a safeguard to promote ethical and […]
Education About Me I am a specialist in rhetoric and composition with a background in public rhetorics, community engagement, and inclusive writing pedagogies. I love working with students to build […]
About Me In May 2024, the Board of Trustees appointed Larry K. Lee as the 20th President of Blackburn College. He began his term on July 1, 2024. During his […]
Application for Fundraising Project All departments pursuing donations, sponsorship’s, or seeking to raise funds through the sale of goods, services, raffles, or contests must coordinate their efforts through the Office […]
Blackburn College is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and maintains a meditation room on campus that is available for meditation and private prayer for all students regardless of religious […]
The sixth edition of Blackburn’s Homecoming in a Box returns for the 2025 Homecoming festivities. Whether you are unable to make it to campus or are traveling in for the […]
Blackburn College partners with nearby institutions and regional medical centers to enhance educational opportunity. Here is a list of Blackburn’s articulation agreements: Transfer Agreements Pre-Nursing: Blackburn maintains a 2 + […]
Blackburn welcomes transfer students from all over to join the leaders, problem solvers, and creative thinkers who call our school home. We are thrilled that you are considering continuing your […]
Blackburn College is proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program as well as other federal GI Bill® benefits. If you are an active-duty service member or Veteran, a member of the National […]
Micro-Internships Micro-Internships are short-term, professional assignments that provide you with opportunities to gain experience, while helping companies get more done. Through these assignments, you will learn what it takes to […]
The Blackburn Fund is our cornerstone giving program. Gifts made to this fund enable us to adapt to changing circumstances by putting funds where they are most needed. This fund […]
Purpose The Blackburn College Athletic Hall of Fame was created to celebrate outstanding achievements by Blackburn student-athletes and coaches. The first class was inducted in 1989. Eligibility Nomination Process Nominations […]
There is no other college or university in the United States quite like Blackburn College. Our unique campus culture is the byproduct of the purposeful melding of our nationally acclaimed […]
Grants are gifts from federal, state, and/or college funds based on financial need. Everything starts with filing the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA). To file your FAFSA, please visit studentaid.gov. […]
Dr. Alfred Hofmann ‘53 is no stranger to supporting institutions and programs that have a direct impact on people in need. He came to Blackburn College with no money, a […]
Education About Me At Blackburn College, I am a Professor of Biology & Ecology, and I teach many animal or environmentally-based courses. I serve as an Academic Advisor in Biology, […]
Blackburn College Leadership A private, liberal arts institution, Blackburn College is governed by a process of shared governance, including staff, faculty, and students, in collaboration with a cohesive team of […]
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Blackburn ranks as a Best Regional College Midwest and Top 10 Performer in Social Mobility in US News 2026 Best Colleges Guide
Finish Strong at Blackburn Blackburn College is saddened to learn of the announced closure of Fontbonne University and opening its doors to students affected by the unforeseen challenge. We know […]
Using Less Paper Colleges have historically consumed so much paper it seemed like their basic “food.” Trees, the source of almost all modern paper, are a renewable resource; harvested forests […]
Every action Blackburn takes to reduce the amount of energy it uses contributes to enhancing the College’s environmental sustainability. Most of the electricity produced in Illinois comes from coal-fired generating […]
Safety & Security Report 2023
Blackburn College Student Handbook B-Book 2022-2023
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Blackburn Student Right to Know October 2022
Blackburn and Beyond Student_Parent Handbook
Double instruction period schedule for December 2024
The Double Instruction Period Schedule for Fall 2025. Monday @ 8:00 a.m. Thursday, December 11 1:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Monday@ 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 9 3:00 p.m. – 4:50 […]
DIPS May 2025 (PDF) May 6 – 9, 2025 If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. Thursday, […]
Double Instruction Period (DIPs) Schedule Spring 2023 (pdf) If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. […]
Blackburn College has earned top honors in Washington Monthly’s annual college guide evaluating institutions across the country. The publication evaluated 1,421 colleges and universities in its 2025 edition, released this fall. Among […]
Blackburn College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue
Room Draw is coming! April 12 starting at 5:30 pm in DCC lobby. Time slots are in 10 minute increments based on your standing and what room you will be trying […]
Please come and support our senior psychology majors for their seminar presentations. They each conducted an original research experiment and will present their findings. Presentations will be 20 minutes in […]
Food, Live Music, and Activities! Sunday Funday is a student-led event designed to create an exciting, engaging, and inclusive day of outdoor activities on campus. This event will offer a […]
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 […]
On Saturday, May 11, 2024, Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, held a ceremony honoring 95 graduates from the class of 2024. These events marked the College’s 155th Commencement exercise. While […]
The Office of Student Engagement will take students on an outdoor adventure trip (weekend camping) to Pere Marquette State Park, located in Grafton, IL, on Friday, March 31st-Sunday, April 2nd. […]
APPLICATION FOR WINTER BREAK EMPLOYMENT 2022
DIPS Schedule December 2022
Looking for a new job? Check out the Campus Job Fair going on Thursday the 17th-Tuesday the 22nd. Managers of each of the 12 departments and the General Managers are […]
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 […]
Blackburn College recently hosted a group of students for a unique campus experience through a partnership with Give Back. A nonprofit organization, Give Back supports students who have faced varying […]
The Two-Year, Online Bachelor’s Completion Program will Launch in Fall 2022 As part of an ongoing effort to address the shortage of qualified early childhood professionals in Illinois, Blackburn College […]
This spring, the Blackburn College Department of Business and Economics hosted a student Deal or No Deal: Management vs. Labor Negotiation event for students at the Edwin and Claire Jaenke […]
On Saturday, May 14, 2022, Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL held commencement ceremonies on the campus’ Hudson Quad honoring 86 graduates from the class of 2022. These events marked the […]
Blackburn College Alumni Join Together with Students, Faculty and Staff to Enhance the Beautiful 80-Acre Campus Each Year For more than a century, being a Blackburn student has meant more […]
Blackburn received a $750,000 gift from the estate of Luella Dickhaut. The former Carlinville High School math teacher also served as an adjunct professor at the college during the 1980s. […]
Blackburn College has named Jody Sturgeon as the Marguerite Steffey Snyder Endowed Dean of Work. One of ten federally-recognized Work Colleges, Blackburn has the only program managed by a team […]
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Blackburn College invites children ages 6-12 to participate in an exciting All-Sports Camp this winter from December 30-31, 2025, and January 1-2, 2026. The camp will be held at the […]
B Club Courtside Celebration Saturday, January 17 | 12:00–4:00 PM Dawes Gymnasium, Blackburn College Join us for the B Club Courtside Celebration, a special event held in appreciation of everything […]
Recognized for Expanding Access and Student Success in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges Guide Blackburn College has once again earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s […]
Bells are ringing again on the Blackburn College campus. Following an alumni gift, the Blackburn carillon is operational again and an integral part of the Carlinville community has been restored. The gift was also made in honor of professor Roy Graham, a long-tenured Blackburn faculty member who passed earlier this year.
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 […]
This spring, ten Blackburn College Field Biology students traded textbooks for kayaks, microscopes, and muddy boots on a hands-on overnight field trip to the Ozark River Field Station in Rolla, […]
This intimate and innovative creative writing program combines imagination, practical skills, and professional savvy to empower writers to share their creative vision with the world. Potential Career Paths Include: Editor […]
The Methodist University and Blackburn College Centers for Teaching and Learning are co-hosts of an on-campus reading group centered around the book, Called Beyond Our Selves: Vocation and the Common […]
The Methodist University and Blackburn College Centers for Teaching and Learning are co-hosts of an on-campus reading group centered around the book, Called Beyond Our Selves: Vocation and the Common […]
The Methodist University and Blackburn College Centers for Teaching and Learning are co-hosts of an on-campus reading group centered around the book, Called Beyond Our Selves: Vocation and the Common […]
U.S. News also Recognizes Blackburn as a Best Value College and a Top Performer for Graduating Economically Disadvantaged Students Washington Monthly Ranks Blackburn Second Overall Among Baccalaureate Colleges in Illinois, […]
Get out your poodle skirts and letterman jackets. Blackburn College invites the community to celebrate its 2024 Homecoming & Family Weekend, September 27-28. This year’s theme, “We Go Together,” will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Please email [email protected] for ticket information. Directed by Dr. Collin Vorbeck Music Direction by Dr. Joseph Welch CANCELLED -Friday, March 31 – 7:00 pm. Due to the severe […]
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, members of the Black Student Union and CAB will host the Black History Month cultural themed luncheon and karaoke event. Fresh Ideas will provide a […]
Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. On Thursday, February 2, 2023 from 11 a.m. – […]
From 5:30 to 6:30 pm on December 12 in the Claire Jaenke Alumni Center, SP 23 Student Teachers, Cooperating Teachers, College Supervisors, Dr. Cindy Rice, Department Chair, and Ms. Lori […]
Join the Campus Activities Board at 8:00 pm in DCC for Tuesday Night Trivia! This month’s trivia topic is Native American Heritage Month – Teams can be made up of […]
Three Blackburn College faculty members were honored at the 2022 Investiture for Endowed Faculty on Thursday, October 13, at Bothwell Auditorium. The first ceremony of its kind at the College, […]
Grab your friends for food, games, and fun at the annual BeaverNation Fan Zone. Check out the inflatables, grab some FREE BC swag, eat from the snack buffet, and so […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
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Please use the following form to sign up for the Blackburn Faculty & Staff Soup-er Bowl (Cook-Off) for BC students.: https://forms.gle/yGFVz7kefJBLKFj49 This event will occur inside DCC on Thursday, February 6th, […]
Sign ups are OPEN for the 2023 Faculty & Staff Chili Cook Off! Please use this form to sign up for the Blackburn Faculty & Staff Chili Cook Off for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for Blackburn Pride on Saturday, June 17 from 12 pm to 9 pm. The Office of Student Engagement and Campus Activities Board will host the FIRST Blackburn Pride […]
The Blackburn College Bookstore is located on campus in the Demuzio Campus Center. This is your one-stop-show for all your textbooks, supplies, apparel, fan gear, and gifts for family and […]