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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, […]

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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 […]

Room Draw

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 […]

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2022 Student Wellness Details

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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Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines.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 […]

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Tuition & Costs

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 […]

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Early Childhood Workforce Program

The Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program is designed for people employed in the early childhood field to receive academic training, financial resources, a supportive learning community, and a connection […]

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Art Club Exhibition

Please join us on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH for our first annual Art Club Exhibition! The opening reception will be held in the RENNER GALLERY 5:30-7:30. This exhibition is managed entirely […]

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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Snack Bar – Assistant Manager (Internal Only)

One Opening | Fall 2023 Leadership position opened internally  Job Description The Assistant Manager will do all the requirements of a Crew Head, along with assisting in dealing with write-ups/customer […]

Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion drives initiatives and creates collaborative opportunities that foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all Blackburn College students and employees. Blackburn College recognizes that academic, social, […]

Student Achievement and Outcome Data

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 […]

Academic Calendar

2023-2024 Academic Year Find it on Blackburn’s event calendar or download it as PDF. Fall Semester 2023 Tuesday, August 1 On or before move-in day — tuition, room, board and […]

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Double Instruction Period

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. […]

Transfer International Student Admission Checklist

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 […]

First Time International Student Admission Checklist

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 […]

Resident Assistant

Two Openings | Fall 2023 RAs serve as educators, mentors, and administrators for the Blackburn College community. Resident Assistants are assigned to a floor or a wing in a building, […]

The Lodge Launch

A Celebration of Creative Arts at Blackburn Join us on Tuesday, May 2 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Jaenke for readings and presentations of artwork and literature accepted by The Lodge.

Blackburn Trunk or Treat

Please use this form to sign up for the Blackburn Faculty & Staff Trunk-or-Treat for BC students. This year our hope is to line the drive between Dawes Gymnasium and […]

Campus Safety

Campus Community and Safety Mission Statement The Mission of Blackburn Campus Community and Safety is to promote a secure and safe learning, living, and working environment for Blackburn students, faculty, […]

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 […]

Federal Loans

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, […]

Student Teachers Meeting for SP23

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 […]

Blackburn Among 13 Colleges to Receive $3.275 Million to Tackle Student Mental Health

First phase planning and capacity grant designed as a precursor to a total of $8.5 million toward students’ well-being To address what the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy recognizes as […]

Library Resources

As the place where all academic disciplines meet, the Blackburn library helps people ask the right questions as they discover and build knowledge. We are committed to connecting people with […]

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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 […]

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Outcomes

What will you get out of the Work Program? Everyone quickly understands the affordability aspect of the Work Program. Each student works 10 hours per week and receives a $5,000 […]

Admissions – General Worker

One Position | Fall 2023 This position reports to the Admissions Office Manager with a specific focus on increasing the number of prospective students to be recruited. Job Description Duties […]

Spanish Tutor

One opening | Fall 2023 Job Description Qualifications Preference will be given to the following.  To Apply Applications are due no later than Tuesday, September 19 at 5:00 pm. Blackburn […]

Mathematics – Tutor (Morin)

One Opening | Fall 2023 Job Description Qualifications Preference will be given to the following.  To Apply If you’re interested in this opening, you will need: Applications are due no […]

Biology – Vivarium Assistant / TA (Kahl)

One Position | Fall 2023 Maintain care for animals in Blackburn College’s Vivarium Job Description Duties of a Vivarium Worker include, but not limited to: Qualifications To Apply If you’re […]

HVAC General – Campus Maintenance

Fall 2023 The HVAC Crew provides necessary maintenance and repair services to the campus community. Job Description Essential job functions include: Qualifications Applications are due no later than Monday, October […]

Carpentry/Building Maintenance General Worker

Two Openings | Fall 2023 The Carpentry / Building Maintenance Crew provides a number of necessary services to the college community. Job Description Essential job functions include: Other general maintenance […]

Utilities/Plumbing General Worker

Fall 2023 Job Description The Utilities Crew provides a number of necessary services to the campus community.  Essential job functions include: Other general maintenance and grounds duties as assigned Qualifications […]

Career Services Assistant

Spring 2024 Job Description Duties include: Qualifications To Apply If you’re interested in this opening, you will need: Applications are due no later than Thursday, December 6 at 5:00 pm. […]

Spring Break Positions

Spring Break Positions are available in a number of departments on campus and are listed below Break work will begin Saturday, March 9 – Sunday, March 17. Spring Break pay […]

Milkshake Mixer

Dr. Biermann’s Milkshake Mixer Monday, August 29 from 4-5 p.m. in the Jaenke Lobby. Stop by anytime and mix any delicious flavor to create your special milkshake treat!

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 […]

An Evening of Poetry and Prose

Join Drs. Browning and Crummey and their creative writing students as they share and celebrate the excellent work generated in workshops this semester. Monday, December 12 from 4-5 pm in […]

3v3 Intramurals Basketball Tournament

Intramurals will be hosting a 3v3 Basketball Tournament Sunday January 29th, at 5:00PM in Dawes Gymnasium. Everyone is encouraged to participate and attend. If you have any questions please email reed.rusten@blackburn.edu or nicholas.vaughn@blackburn.edu.

Staff Art Show

Come see the great and talented work of our Blackburn staff members. Staff art pieces will be displayed in Lumpkin from 3:30-5:00 on March 17. Refreshments will be provided.

Blackburn Players – 10-Minute Play Festival

The 10-Minute Play Festival is an annual event by the Blackburn Players, a Blackburn student club. They have 5-6 student directors choose their plays and then spend a month practicing […]

Spectrum Final Meeting

Spectrum is holding our final meeting this Thursday, April 27th starting at 5:30 p.m. in Lumpkin 120. We will have various pastas and breadsticks from Reno’s. Even if you have […]

Chalk It Up Competition

Join the Campus Activities Board Saturday, September 2nd on the DCC Patio for a Chalk Art Competition! Drawing will take place from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Judging and Awards […]

Faculty & Staff Chili Cook Off

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 […]

CAB EVENT: Ride the Cyclone at The Legacy Theatre

Join the Campus Activities Board to see Ride the Cyclone on October 20, 2023 at The Legacy Theatre in Springfield, IL. The show begins at 7:00 pm, so we will […]

Beach Night at Basketball Games

Join us Thursday, January 25 for Beach Night! Come out and support the Basketball teams as they take on Spalding University at 5:30 and 7:30 pm. All students who come […]

Diversity & Inclusion Basketball Game

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 […]

Diversity & Inclusion Game – Blackburn vs MUW

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 […]

CAB Event: Blackburn’s Got Talent Auditions

A second opportunity to audition for Blackburn’s Got Talent (on Feb. 10) will occur on Monday, Feb. 5. Sign up for an audition time and submit any needed items (for […]

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 […]

ALUMNI EVENT: B-Club Trivia Night

The Blackburn College Athletic Boosters (B Club) is hosting a Trivia Fundraiser on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in Woodson Hall on the campus of Blackburn College. • Doors will open […]

Super Bowl Watch Party with CAB

Join the Campus Activities Board for a Super Bowl Watch Party on Sunday, Feb. 11, at Buzz’s Hideout in DCC! The game starts at 5:30 pm, and Fresh Ideas will […]

The Taste of Blackburn

Hosted by the BSU and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taste of Blackburn will be held on Wednesday, March 27 at 5 pm in the Demuzio Campus Center. […]

Science Day 2024

Science Day is a day filled with demonstrations in the Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, and Computer Science departments. On April 5, 2024, students from surrounding high schools will be coming […]

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 […]

Improv Masterclass with JT Nagle

On Friday, April 5, at 7:00 pm, Bothwell Auditorium will host an Improv Masterclass. The event will feature JT Nagle, a professional actor, improviser, and director from Chicago, Illinois. The […]

Autism Acceptance Presentation

Taylor Sweating, from Springfield, will give an autism acceptance presentation on Monday, April 15, from 4-5 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. Sweating will discuss what it is like to live with […]

Education Majors Holding Action Research Presentations

Graduating seniors who have completed their student teaching experience will be hosting a poster presentation event to demonstrate their action research projects. The event will be held in Woodson B […]

Institutional Advancement

The Office of Institutional Advancement is charged with developing relationships with alumni and friends of the College to garner support to help Blackburn continue to provide an excellent education and […]

Institutional Research

Vision Blackburn College’s Office of Institutional Research will be a highly valued strategic partner with its varied constituencies, and valued for: Proactive leadership in promoting a culture of assessment and […]

Marketing & Public Relations

The Office of Marketing and Public Relations is responsible for producing all external engagement for the College. This office creates promotional materials (brochures, posters, advertisements, etc.), produces and publishes (press […]

Office of Student Life

The Blackburn College Office of Student Life is home to numerous offices which will be integral to your on-campus experience. The offices of Residence Life, Student Engagement, Counseling Services, Disability […]

Office of the Provost

Blackburn offers an educational experience like no other institution. The combination of a challenging academic program, the unique student managed work program, and the varied opportunities for leadership-building experience all […]

Office of the President

The Blackburn College Board of Trustees appointed Dr. Gregory J. Meyer as the 19th President of Blackburn College. During more than thirty years at Blackburn, Meyer has held a variety […]

HVAC – Crew Head (Internal Only)

Spring 2024 Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as […]

Utilities – Crew Head (Internal Only)

Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]

Grounds – Crew Head (Internal Only)

Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]

Carpentry – Crew Head (Internal Only)

Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]

Grounds/Event Set Up General Worker

Spring 2024 Job Description Care and maintenance of campus grounds including: mowing, trimming, and planting; policing for litter; clearing snow and ice from roadways, parking lots, sidewalks and entryways; raking […]

Human Resources

Blackburn College is a vibrant community that values critical and independent thinking, leadership development, diversity and inclusion, service, shared governance, and moral responsibility. We aspire to provide a distinctive and […]

Resources

Career Success Planner The Illinois State Board of Education, which adopted a definition of college and career readiness, printed the following description: “although readiness includes being prepared to take credit-bearing […]

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Spring Hiring Job Fair

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 […]

LGBTQ Jeopardy

Please join Spectrum club for their first annual charity fundraiser this Thursday night from 6-7pm in Woodson 100A+C for an enlightening, friendly game of Jeopardy! Come in teams of up […]

Outdoor Adventure: Pere Marquette Trip

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. […]

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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 […]

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Student Debt Relief

Currently On Hold Federal Student Aid and the Biden-Harris Administration announced loan forgiveness plans of up to $20,000 for prior Pell-Grant recipients and up to $10,000 for all other loan […]

Student Teacher Action Research Fair

In an informal poster presentation in Lumpkin Library, the Fall 2022 Student Teachers will share results of their Action Research Projects from their student teaching experiences. Please celebrate their work […]

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Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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 […]

Humanities Salon

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

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Spectrum Club Meeting

Join Spectrum, Blackburn’s LGBTQIA+ Club, for our first meeting of the semester in Lumpkin 120. Pizza and drinks will be provided and all are welcome!

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Business Office

The Business Office is responsible for the overall financial management of the College and provides the following services: check cashing (for amounts less than $25), student account billing and collection, […]

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 […]

Registrar & Records

The Registrar’s Office staff assists students in registering for classes, maintains the academic records of the College, schedules courses, and provides transcripts of academic records for graduates or transfers. The […]

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 […]

CARES Act & Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF)

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 […]

CRRSA Act & Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF II)

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 […]

ARP & Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF III)

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 […]

Recycling at Blackburn

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 […]

Application

Start your journey toward becoming a Blackburn student We are thrilled that you are considering Blackburn during your college search! We’re looking for curious minds and motivated students and look […]

B Book – Academics

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 […]

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 […]

Work Tuition Credit

Students who participate in Blackburn’s nationally-recognized Work Program work a minimum of 160 hours per semester in exchange for a tuition reduction. The tuition credit for participation in the Work […]

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, […]

Snack Bar – Crew Head (Internal Only)

Three Openings | Fall 2023 Leadership positions opened internally Job Description Crew Head’s will be responsible to lead each shift they are on: taking orders, acting as an expediter- making […]

Campus Services – General Worker

Multiple Openings | Fall 2023 Keeping all buildings on campus sanitized and appealing for everyone that is on campus. Job Description Essential job functions include: Cleaning academic buildings including cleaning […]

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, […]

Grounds Crew

One Opening | Fall 2023 Grounds / Event Setup The Grounds Crew provides a number of necessary services to the college community. We supply tools and expect the workers to […]

Grounds General Worker

Fall 2023 Job Description Care and maintenance of campus grounds including: mowing, trimming, and planting; policing for litter; clearing snow and ice from roadways, parking lots, sidewalks and entryways; raking […]

Registration Assistant

One Opening | Fall 2023 Work in the Office of the Registrar and Records Office as a Registration Assistant. Job Description Assists with the development of the Time Schedule of […]

Resident Assistant – Stoddard

Two Openings | Fall 2023 RAs serve as educators, mentors, and administrators for the Blackburn College community. Resident Assistants are assigned to a floor or a wing in a building, […]

Student Activities Coordinator

One Opening | Fall 2023 Student Activities Coordinators are expected to assist with the planning, marketing, and implementation of programs hosted by the Office of Student Activities. Job Description Duties […]

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 […]

Week of Welcome

As you approach your entry into Beaver Nation, we are excited to tell you how you will get your college journey off to an outstanding start — Blackburn’s Week of […]

Fontbonne Transfer Information

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 […]

Transfer Students

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 […]

Graduation

May 10-11, 2024 Greetings, Class of 2024! This is the place to find helpful information for Blackburn’s graduation weekend ceremonies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Shawna […]

Professor of Physical Education

Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with the only student-managed Work Program in the nation, located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a full-time, teaching-focused, tenure track position […]

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Tuesday Night Trivia — TONIGHT!

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 […]

Vortex and Louise Allen Creative Writing Contest

Attention all creative writers and artists – submit your creative works! Blackburn’s literary and creative arts magazine, The Vortex, seeks your original creative works. Creative writing in the genres of […]

B-Club Trivia Night

The Blackburn College Athletic Boosters (B Club) is hosting a Trivia Fundraiser on Saturday, April 29, 2023 in Woodson Hall on the campus of Blackburn College. • Doors will open […]

Lumpkin Coloring Contest

Join for a chance to win a $25 gift card. Second and third place will receive their choice of their favorite candy bar and bottled soda. Grab a coloring page […]

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 […]

Blackburn College – 154th Commencement Prgoram – Class of 2023

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Blackburn College – Winning Together Golf – FA23

Blackburn College – Winning Together Dawes – FA23

Distinction for Commitment to Campus Green Spaces

The college has received 2021 Tree Campus Higher Education® recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management. The Tree Campus Higher Education program honors […]

Blackburn Earns Top-Ten Ranking for Graduating Economically Disadvantaged Students in Latest U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” Guide

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 […]

Montreal Thomas Named Student Marshal at Blackburn College

The Peoria, Illinois Native Earns Highest Honor Presented to a Senior Student at the Institution Montreal Thomas, a senior from Peoria, IL, has been named the 2022-2023 Student Marshal at […]

Blackburn College On Fontbonne University and Students Impacted by Closure Announcement

Blackburn will match existing financial aid awards and work with students individually to get them to the finish line as soon as possible. Blackburn College is saddened to learn that […]

Tenure-Track Professor of Art

Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a creative and collaborative teaching artist for the tenure-track position […]

Campus Conduct Hotline

Campus Conduct Hotline is an independent, confidential call-in service to alert our institution of unsafe or unethical behavior in an anonymous way. This hotline is accessible 24 hours a day, […]

Educational Studies – Paraprofessional Track

The emphasis of this major is to provide candidates with professional coursework needed to pursue a career in education-related roles. This major does not lead to teacher licensure.   All areas […]