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Title IX Policy

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 […]

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B Book – Campus Guidelines

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 Adds Men’s and Women’s Track Athletic Programs for the 2022-2023 Season

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 […]

Blackburn College Handbook – Section 4 – Appendices 7-2023

Cyntoia Brown-Long: Speaking Event & Book Signing

Tickets can be reserved for the free event beginning March 3. Find tickets on Eventbrite >   This event is made possible by the Kathleen J. Eberle Memorial Lecture Series, […]

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Criminal Justice Advocate and Author Cyntoia Brown-Long to Speak at Blackburn on April 3

Free Event Will Feature Q&A and Book Signing CARLINVILLE, IL – Blackburn College will host Cyntoia Brown-Long, author and advocate for criminal justice reform and victims of trafficking, as a […]

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Dr. Lois (Begitske) DeFleur ’58

Her “need for speed” drove Dr. Lois (Begitske) DeFleur ’58 to obtain a pilot’s license and purchase a plane; she was also driven to accept challenges, taking advantage of opportunities […]

“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 […]

“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 […]

“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 […]

Blackburn Music & Theatre Department Presents “Almost, Maine”

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 […]

Music and Theatre Department Announces Spring Performance Season

As the frosty air blankets the region, the Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre is pleased to look towards the next season and announce its Spring Performance Schedule. From […]

“Songs of Cole Porter” Performance Event

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will perform their spring musical “Songs of Cole Porter” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, April 29th at 7pm, Saturday, April 30th at […]

Class of 2024 – Senior Send-Off

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 […]

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Musical)

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Musical)

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Musical)

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]

What Happens in Vegas, Junior Senior Dance

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 […]

Hope for Humanization: A Conversation on Social Justice & Second Chances

Blackburn College will host Dr. Larry D. Terry II, a distinguished criminal and restorative justice scholar, author and leader. Currently Vice President for Outreach at Penn State University, Terry will […]

Office of Financial Aid

At Blackburn College, we believe that a college education is one of the most important investments a student will make.  Blackburn’s tradition of attracting students is a result of a […]

The Blackburn Fund

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 […]

E-Resources

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 […]

Department of Music and Theatre to Present Spring Musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”

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, […]

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Five Blackburn Students Earn Invitations to Attend Global Business Symposium in Poland

Only the Top 150 Students From Around the World are Chosen to Attend in Competitive Selection Process Every spring, Blackburn’s International Business course offers students the opportunity to participate in […]

Campus Spaces

Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL offers facility rentals needed to present meetings, conferences, workshops, special events, camps and stage performances. Located in central IL and easily accessible by public transportation […]

Equity Center Student Assistant – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Spring 2024 The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion to ensure that every student has equal access to programs, activities, and services offered […]

B Book – Work Program

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 […]

Travel and Arriving

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 […]

Student Job Areas

Blackburn students literally help plan, manage and run the facilities of an institution fully invested in them. Working with Blackburn employees and other students, the “four-year head start” means real-world […]

International Students

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 […]

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Alumni Event: Cyntoia Brown-Long Live Stream

Cyntoia Brown-Long will visit Blackburn College as a guest speaker on Monday, April 3 at 7:00 PM (CT). If you cannot make the trip to Carlinville, Blackburn alums have an […]

Christmas at Blackburn

Blackburn College will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Christmas at Blackburn event on Sunday, December 5, 2022, at 7:00 pm in Clegg Chapel. The performance will be free […]

Celebrate the Holiday Season with Annual Christmas at Blackburn Performance

Blackburn College will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Christmas at Blackburn event on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at 7:00 pm in Clegg Chapel. The performance will be free […]

Spectrum Drag Show

Please join us on Friday, April 21st at 7pm for light refreshments and a cocktail before the Spectrum Drag Show kicks off at 8 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. The Drag […]

Unlocking the Past: Black Student Union’s Memorable Trip into Civil Rights Legacy

The Visit to the National Civil Rights Museum and Stax Museum in Memphis was Funded by Blackburn’s Student Experience Fund and Alumni Gifts Last spring, eleven students from Blackburn’s Black […]

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Take Me Out to the Ballgame!

Join fellow Blackburn alumni and our new President Larry Lee at Northwestern Medical Field as the Kane County Cougars take on the Chicago Dogs. The game will start at 6:30. […]

Confirm Your Enrollment

Welcome to the Beaver Nation! Congratulations on your acceptance to Blackburn! We are confident that you will be an essential part of our intentional and inclusive community of thoughtful leaders, […]

B Book – Student Conduct

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, […]

Legacy Walk

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 […]

B Book – Student Housing

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 […]

Facility Request Form

Whether you’re a current student or a community member, use the form below to request reserving space on the Blackburn College campus. Online Form – Blackburn Facility Rental Request

Music – Concert Producer

One Opening | Fall 2023 Job Description The Concert Producer, working with the Music faculty, is responsible for coordinating all aspects of Blackburn Music performances. Acting as a communication hub, […]

Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn while participating in […]

Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn while participating in […]

Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn while participating in […]

Admitted Student Day

Admitted Student Day is for students that have committed to Blackburn, by submitting their tuition deposit, to register for classes and get a feel for a day in the life […]

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Spring Musical)

Please email theatre@blackburn.edu 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 […]

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Spring Musical)

Please email theatre@blackburn.edu 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 […]

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

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. […]

International Accepted Student

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 […]

Orientation

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 […]

Dr. Samantha Kahl

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, […]

Energy Conservation

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 […]

Campus COVID-19 Updates – Archive

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, […]

Sustainability

What is Sustainability? Perhaps the most famous definition of sustainability is that developed in 1987 by the Brundtland Commission, officially known as the United Nations’ World Commission on Economic Development. […]

Veterans Education Benefits

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 […]

Student Handbook

The Blackburn College Student Handbook, known traditionally as the “B” Book, contains the standards established for the Blackburn student community and other helpful information about life on campus. The Student […]

Jim Faust ’64

Jim Faust ‘64 has had a successful career in the cable television industry, with a provider of optical communication systems for the cable market. Years ago, he decided that Blackburn […]

Blackburn to Host Homecoming & Family Weekend Festivities September 27-28

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 […]

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Fall Admissions Open House Events Set For Interested Students and Families

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions at the Events Interested students and families will have two opportunities to learn more about […]

Admissions Fall Open House Events

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions at the Events Interested students and families will have two opportunities to learn more about […]

Admissions Fall Open House Events

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions at the Events Interested students and families will have two opportunities to learn more about […]

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Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions you may have about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn […]

Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions you may have about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn […]

Admissions Open House Event

This event is designed for you to engage our Faculty and Staff to answer any questions you may have about Blackburn! Hear from our students about their experiences at Blackburn […]

Billy Goats Gruff – An Opera for Children

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will perform an operatic production for children, “The Billy Goats Gruff” on Friday, November 18. This free performance is open to the […]

The College Where Alumni Come Home to Work

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 Music & Theatre Department to Present “Billy Goats Gruff” Opera for Children

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will perform an operatic production for children, “The Billy Goats Gruff” on Friday, November 18. This free performance is open to the […]

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Veterans Day Convocation

Blackburn Invites Community to Join Annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11 Blackburn College in Carlinville, Ill. will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11, 2024, […]

Blackburn Invites Community to Join Annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11

Blackburn College in Carlinville, Ill. will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11 am in Clegg Chapel located on the College campus. The American […]

Week of Welcome 2024

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 […]

Week of Welcome 2024

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 […]

Week of Welcome 2024

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 […]