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, […]
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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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jim and Sonja with their parents.
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The IDEAs (Inclusion/Diversity/Equity/Anti-Racism) Challenge is intended to spur reflection and discussion around issues of inclusion, diversity, and equity and to promote anti-racism on the Blackburn College campus. The Challenge was initiated and funded by […]
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 […]
Blackburn Grounds Supervisor discussing the 2022 Beautification Day’s plans with the volunteers.
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn professor teaching a class. A student can be seen near the professor in the shot.
Blackburn Volleyball student-athlete tapping the ball into the adversary team’s zone.
Wide shot of Ludlum Hall.
Portrait of Jody Sturgeon.
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.
Wide shot of the seats at the Bothwell Auditorium.
Portrait of Jim Faust.
Blackburn Alumni, Caleb Rieger ’21 and Dade Bradley ’23, inspecting a beebox on campus.
Portrait of ex-President Mark Biermann.
Portrait of Jody Sturgeon, Dean of Work.
Landscape shot of Ludlum-Hudson Hall. Butler Hall’s Rock and Ludlum’s Blackburn sign can be seen in the picture.
A group of Blackburn students posing for a picture.
Blackburn graduate standing and pointing at the stage during graduation.
Blackburn students posing for a picture while working around the grounds near Hudson Hall.
Portrait of Noelia Martinez-Voigt.
Portrait of Margaret Lawler.
Close-up shot of a Blackburn student pencil drawing at the Visual Arts Center.
Blackburn student looking at a specimen through a microscope.
Close-up of a stack of books stacked on top of each other.
Group of Blackburn students playing Sand Volleyball at Graham-North’s Patio.
Blackburn staff members serving a milkshake to a student during Milkshake Monday.
Blackburn Soccer student-athlete walking across the soccer field.
Study Abroad
Portrait of Doctor Mark L. Biermaan.
Two Campus Maintenance workers wraking the grounds near Ludlum Hall.
Two Blackburn Grounds student workers building a sidewalk near Butler Hall.
Blackburn mailroom student worker tagging the mailboxes at the mailroom.
Blackburn student going through a water slide as two other students stare at her in the background.
Wide shot of the front of Butler Hall.
Portrait of Nancy Roberts.
Three volunteers standing next to the Blackburn College sign on the 2022 Beautification Day.
Vintage photo of Professor Roy McLeod writing equations on a board and explaining them.
Women’s Soccer player, Libby Adams, races an opposing player to the ball
Blackburn student, Jade Novak, pouring a solution for a high school student during the 2023 Science Day.
Blackburn students waiting to receive their degrees at the 2022 Commencement.
Wide view of Hudson Hall and its Quad.
Blackburn student, Megan Eckelberry performing at the Bothwell Auditorium.
Education major students demonstrating their teaching skills by talking to a classroom full of children.
Guest speaker talking to business students during the Deal or No Deal Event.
Portrait of Lexi Lusk.
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Break Work Application - revised 1_5_23
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 […]
Join Us September 29 – October 1 A Weekend at Barney’s If you can allow your mind to transport yourself to a fictional Blackburn Beach with mild temperatures, sugar-white beaches, […]
FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 Blackburn College Giving Day: A Week of Help + Hope is underway! Rally your classmates, family, and friends to come together to make a profound difference […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue
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 […]
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 […]
Do the FAFSA! The earlier the better. The 2023-2024 FAFSA opens on October 1, 2022. Contact the Financial Aid office with any questions.
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 […]
Register by May 1 Please find more information on our Graduation Information page
Save the date for September 29 – October 1, 2023 Find more information about Homecoming & Family Weekend and register for events: Homecoming & Family Weekend
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
While pollinator populations have been in decline around the world, Blackburn College has been demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the habitat, spreading awareness, and ensuring these species have what is […]
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. […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 + […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
The fourth edition of Blackburn’s Homecoming in a Box returns for the 2023 Homecoming festivities. Whether you are unable to make it to campus or are traveling to visit for […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Blackburn College employee handbook outlines the institution’s policies and procedures for faculty and staff, serving as a valuable resource for new hires and existing employees. Last Update: July 2023
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites internal applicants to apply for the VP of Student Life, Dean of […]
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 […]
The Writer’s Block announces a Career Readiness Workshop series open to all students! Director of Career Services Haley Bray will present on the following topics related to career preparation: […]
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 […]
Family, community, and education—these were driving motivators for the Engelking family including Harold Engelking AA’39, his wife Evelyn, and their daughters Connie and Elana. Following the death of Harold, Connie […]
Blackburn College Student Handbook B-Book 2022-2023
Blackburn Student Right to Know October 2022
Blackburn and Beyond Student_Parent Handbook
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
DIPS Schedule December 2022
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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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. – […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Being a Blackburn student has always meant more than just going to college. For more than a century, students attending Blackburn not only earn valuable four-year degrees but are also […]
‘Rock’s Patch’ Property to Enhance College’s Academic and Sustainability Efforts Blackburn College has received a gift of 40 acres of farmland located east of the College’s campus in Carlinville, IL. […]
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, […]
The Behind the Burn Series for 2022 will feature two elements of Blackburn’s sustainability efforts: trees (Friday, September 23) and bees (Saturday, September 24). Saturday, September 24 Blackburn Bees Olin […]
Calling all anime lovers! Come to the equity center (room 103 in the Demuzio Campus Center) to watch the movie, Your Name, on Friday the 7th at 6pm. Pizza and […]
The Project is Part of the Winning Together Campaign, Which Will Also Modernize the Historic Dawes Gymnasium and Provide Room for Athletics and Enrollment to Grow With ceremonial shovels, hardhats, […]
Funding Supports the Construction of a New Indoor Athletic Facility to Enhance the Blackburn Student Experience and Expand Community Engagement Blackburn College has been awarded a $4.8 million grant from […]