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 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Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines.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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Education About Me Karen Dillon has been teaching American literature and first-year writing at Blackburn College since 2011. During that time, she has published the book The Spectacle of Twins […]
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 […]
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 […]
Education About Me I am Dr. John Essington, a professor of education here at Blackburn College. Not only am I a professor here now, but I was also a student-athlete […]
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 […]
Presidents’ Lab Development Grant from Endeavor Foundation to Support Academic and Professional Growth Blackburn College is launching a new Center for Faculty Development and Inclusive Teaching. This new program will […]
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, […]
How do you get your first job on campus? During summer Orientation, you can meet the department managers, talk with them, and learn more about the positions still available on […]
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, […]
Blackburn College Student Handbook B-Book 2022-2023
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, […]
Gift Honors Sharon K. Sandfort, mother of Blackburn Trustee J.D. Sandfort Blackburn College has received a financial gift to bolster a wide range of arts education programs, celebrate creative expression […]
Blackburn Intramural Gaming League (IGL) is looking for new participants! Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun environment to compete […]
Blackburn Intramural Gaming League (IGL) is looking for new participants! Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun environment to compete […]
Pictured left to right are Dr. John Lapp, Terry Hammer, and Cress Maddox in the Blackburn College indoor athletic facility. Cress Maddox, Blackburn Trustee, provided a lead gift naming the […]
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 […]
Illinois Humanities, Carlinville Winning Communities and Blackburn College Present Down in the Mine: American Coal Miners and Their Songs Featuring Bucky Halker Tuesday, May 23 at 7:00 PM Blackburn College […]
New student move-in day.
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 […]
Dr. Roy Hugh McLeod ’61 came to Blackburn College from his home in Jamaica, where he’d heard about Blackburn from alumni who were also natives of the island. In fact, […]
Education About Me Naomi Crummey earned her PhD in Non-Fiction Writing from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her essays have appeared in Prairie Fire, Kudzu House, and Grain. She has enjoyed collaborating with her […]
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 […]
A Blackburn graduate smiling and staring at the camera during the Graduation Ceremony.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Spring Concert on April 16 to Preview Selections Choir will Sing at World-Famous Venue The Blackburn College Choir will present its final performance of the season, a spring choir concert, […]
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, […]
In anticipation of their departure to perform in New York City, the Blackburn College Choir will present its final spring choir concert of the semester, “College Choir in New York […]
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 […]
Montreal Thomas was “tapped” as the new Student Marshal before his peers during Blackburn’s All College Convocation signifying the beginning of a new academic year. Thomas is pictured with President […]
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 […]
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 […]
Built by Students, the Project Allows for Expanded Pollinator Education Opportunities in a more Accessible Environment The Blackburn College Bee Program continues to expand its environmental impact on the sprawling […]
Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Friday, November 10, 2023, at 11 am in Clegg Chapel located in Hudson Hall on the College […]
During a ceremony held on November 9, Blackburn College inducted its newest members in the College’s honors society chapters. This year, 14 Blackburn students were recognized for their exceptional achievements […]
There is no substitute for living and learning in a completely new environment. Studying abroad is an invaluable experience for students who seek to earn academic credit while learning about […]
Bee Program worker, Dade Bradley, showing the bee observatory in Mahan to a student.
Blackburn College – Bee Program – Senior Dade Bradley shows student bees at work in the new observation hive
Blackburn’s Academic Support Services are largely based in the Student Success Center. Staffed primarily by student Academic Resource Assistants (ARAs), the SSC provides a variety of support resources to help […]
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 […]
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 […]
You and Blackburn: Winning Together The Winning Together capital campaign is a meaningful – and pressing – opportunity to give students greater access to expanded athletic and recreational facilities on […]
Blackburn College invites applications for the full-time position of Head Men’s & Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach. This is a 10-month, benefits eligible position reporting to the Director of […]
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 […]
Close up of Charles Dicken’s books on a shelf at the Lumpkin Library.
Ecology books sitting on a shelf.
Incas-Colonial books on a bookshelf.
The Benevolent Beaver Fund was created by generous donations from Blackburn alumni and friends of the College for students in need due to a financial emergency. The fund is intended for unanticipated […]
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, […]
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, […]
This policy applies to students with disabilities as defined by Section 504 and the ADA. A person is disabled if they: Have a mental or physical impairment which substantially limits […]
Blackburn College is committed to an inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all students. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), students with disabilities are entitled to reasonable […]
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 […]
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 […]
New Student Work Application Work Program Reporting
College presents many new challenges for students to navigate. It’s very common for students to need a little help navigating those challenges! Holistic Success Coaching can help you build essential […]
Welcome parents and family! Whether you’re new to the Blackburn College community or a proud parent of a returning student, we are happy you are here! Founded in Carlinville, Illinois, […]
Blackburn College, in order to maintain a safe campus environment, has an emergency notification system. Students are asked at the beginning of each year to update their contact information. It […]
Our Mission The bat program provides students with new research opportunities through bat detectors & acoustics, along with a live stream for the public to bring positive bat recognition and […]
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 […]
Blackburn College offers a unique experience that can transform lives. It’s a place where students can excel academically and enjoy the benefits of living in an easy-going campus with the personalized […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college and one of the nine federally recognized work colleges located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Registrar. Blackburn College was founded […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
Education About Me Annah Browning joined the Blackburn College faculty in the fall of 2020. She teaches creative writing, literature, and first-year writing, with special interests in poetry, British literature, […]
To Search the Library Catalog: Lumpkin Library is also a member of the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS), which means that materials not available at this location can be requested […]
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 […]
At Blackburn College, we take the application process seriously for students as they embark on the next step in their educational journey. When we review your application, we understand that […]
Reporting for the student portion of federal emergency relief: HEERF I – CARES Act HEERF II – CRRSA Act HEERF III – American Rescue Plan
Alpha Chi National College Honor Society is an American collegiate honor society recognizing achievements in general scholarship. It was formed in 1922 by nineteen schools in the state of Texas. Since then […]
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 […]
Student Diversity for Fall 2023 Enrollment Undergraduate Enrollment for Fall 2023 Report Year % of Student Body Enrollment Status Full-time 97% Part-time 3% Gender Female 56% Male 41% Non-Binary 3% […]
Blackburn College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Blackburn College was successfully granted reaccreditation in 2020-2021 following a comprehensive evaluation of Blackburn’s work in its mission, ethical conduct, academic […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Funds Will Enhance Experiential Art Opportunities for Students Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, has received a $10,000 gift from the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. The generous gift will […]
Event to Highlight Blackburn’s Academic Music Program; Kicks off Performance Calendar for Year The Department of Music and Theatre at Blackburn College will present a Music Showcase “We’re Not 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 […]
Marketing is a dynamic field. It needs innovative people that can develop new products and market them in unique ways. There are growth opportunities for many different aspects in marketing […]
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 […]
Blackburn is bringing its annual Veterans Day Convocation back to campus. The American Legion Post 554, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1104 and the College will honor United States […]
Whether covering American history and World history in general first-year courses or in upper-division courses, the history department endeavors to use the past to inform the present and future. A […]
BLACKBURN COLLEGE INVITES COMMUNITY TO JOIN ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CONVOCATION ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Friday, November 10, […]
Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, is bringing its annual Veterans Day Convocation back to campus on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11 am. The American Legion Post 554, Veterans of […]
Blackburn College students stand on stage holding electric candles during the induction ceremony for the Alpha Chi National Honors Society. Professor Karen Dillon stands behind the podium and microphone announcing […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
If you are interested in joining a new group to assess Latinx/Hispanic/Indigenous student needs and wants on campus, join Albert Cintron-Colon and Naomi Crummey for pizza and drinks in the […]
Join the new Director of Student Engagement, Logan Elliott, for a game night in his honor. Starting at 7pm on Saturday, September 17th in Jaenke Lobby. Let’s laugh and play […]
A Jazz Concert featuring the Adaron (Pops) Jackson Trio will help kick off the new year on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. An educator, musician […]
Please join us in Bothwell on Wednesday, November 9th at 5pm for the annual Honor Society Induction Ceremony, when we induct new members into Alpha Chi, Alpha Psi Omega, Lambda […]
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 […]
A second language is a lifelong skill that improves job prospects, increases salary, allows you to make new connections, and enhances quality of life. Spanish is the official language of […]
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Blackburn’s Volleyball team faces off against new SLIAC member Mississippi University for Women in the featured matchup at 7:00 p.m. in Historic Dawes Gymnasium.
Featuring New Athletic Practice Facility – Join Blackburn’s Capital Campaign Manager Glen Krupica and contractor Norm Gillen at the future site of Blackburn’s newest athletic practice facility to discuss the […]
Concept image of the new Blackburn indoor Athletic Facility.
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 […]
Blackburn College has been awarded a $250,000 two-year Teacher Residency Grant from the Illinois State Board of Education (IBSE) to help address the state’s teacher shortage. The funds will be […]
Students from Blackburn College’s International Business class had the opportunity to connect with and virtually collaborate with students from around the world to solve real international business problems this semester. […]
Announced on Opera Edwardsville’s website: Opera Edwardsville is proud to recognize the incredible talent and contribution of pianist Dr. Joseph Welch through the creation of a new role within the […]
Blackburn’s most famed writer/alum have been featured in an article published in Literary Landscapes Dr. Naomi Crummey and Dr. Karen Dillon recently had an article published in the Literary Landscapes […]
Blackburn is seeking bid submissions for Phase 2 of the New Indoor Practice Facility, which includes site work, interior construction, electrical, plumbing, H.V.A.C., sprinkler, and more. A pre-bid meeting will […]
The Board of Trustees of Blackburn College has accepted the resignation of Dr. Mark Biermann as President of Blackburn College. Biermann will leave his position as President to focus on […]
The Blackburn College Alumni Board is in its fourth year of sponsoring Beautifcation Day. Read more about this unique on-campus event. We hope you will Come Back Home on Saturday, […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center on Saturday, February 24 at 7:00 pm for their Monthly Movie Night to watch “The Color Purple”! About The Color Purple: […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center on Sunday, March 24, at 7 pm for their Monthly Movie Night to watch “Mean Girls”! About Mean Girls (2024): “New […]
Jim Dahlquist, from The Illinois Auditor General’s Office is seeking to connect with students and faculty to discuss internship opportunities for the spring and summer 2024 semesters, as well as […]
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 […]
The Presentation of the Colors provided by the American Legion Post at the 2019 Blackburn College Veterans Day Convocation
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 […]
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. – […]
Blackburn College is proud to announce that U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) will serve as the keynote speaker for the 154th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 13. Representing Illinois’ 13th […]
We need volunteers, so sign up if you can. Forms are available at the Public Library, the Federated Church, and online at federatedchurch.com. There are a number of sites where you […]
A guest artist will be participating in a talk and there will be a number of games, and other exciting activities. For additional information: collin.vorbeck@blackburn.edu
Creativity, expression, and artistic exploration thrive on our campus and play an important role in life at Blackburn. Many students bring their artistic gifts to campus and hone their skills […]
Protecting your personal information is extremely important to Blackburn College and we want to share our procedures with you. The scope of this Privacy Policy is limited to applicable websites […]
Online Form – Blackburn College Tuition Deposit Form
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Vice President for Administration and Finance […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL seeks applications for the position of Head Baseball Coach. Under direct supervision of […]
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 […]
Mix together opportunities, the means for education, mentoring relationships with teachers and leaders, and a bit of luck. Add desire and motivation. The outcome can be amazing and startling. Elisabeth […]
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 […]
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 […]
WITHDRAWAL Students seeking to withdraw from the college must complete an Application to Withdraw Form. Forms are available in the Dean of Students’ Office (DCC Building – Student Life Office) […]
Official Blackburn College transcripts are $2.00 per copy. There is no charge for unofficial transcripts. You may order by mail, fax or email, but we must have your signature to […]
Close-up shot of a Men’s Soccer Team student athlete running after the ball.
Blackburn College is more than just another four-year institution. It’s your head start on everything else that follows. From academics to campus life to friends and community—our purpose is to […]
WHY DOES THE BLACKBURN COLLEGE INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD (IRB) EXIST? The IRB exists as a safeguard to promote ethical and responsible treatment of human subjects/participants in research. Blackburn College and […]
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 […]
A gift, regardless of amount, is not just a contribution to Blackburn, but it honors our tradition of providing an affordable education with immeasurable student outcomes. Each gift enhances our […]
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, […]
College is a transformational time. Our students come from diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds; including some underrepresented populations. At Blackburn, we’ve cultivated an inclusive environment where they all find […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Blackburn College’s Career Development Center provides assistance to current students and graduates in career planning, development, and job-seeking strategies. We are here to assist students in identifying and fulfilling […]
Welcome employers! We appreciate your interest in Blackburn’s leaders, creative thinkers, and problem solvers. We are committed to working with employers and students to satisfy the hiring needs of both. […]
Career Onestop Explore Careers with the Occupation Profile to discover: What do people do on the job in this career?What’s the employment outlook for the career?How much money do people […]
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 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 […]
CKI is a volunteer club on the collegiate level with clubs around the country that helps the community in areas of need, like at a food pantry or a pet […]
LAN Lounge is the computer club organization on campus that works to provide students with the opportunity to interact with the realms of technology, while also majorly connecting individuals through […]
Modest means, and even poverty, are no strangers to many students who choose to attend Blackburn College. Blackburn’s alumni share stories of discovering they could attend Blackburn when they initially […]
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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Chris Horn '84 was always attracted to the idea of working alone and embracing dangerous situations. Now an award-winning photojournalist in Medellin, Columbia, Blackburn helped him discover the perfect career.
Interested in becoming a part of the Blackburn Community as an adjunct faculty member, but currently there are no openings in your field? Let Human Resources know by submitting your […]
Blackburn College, a unique liberal arts college with a student-managed work program, invites applications for a part-time bus driver. Tasks include transporting college students, faculty, and staff to college related […]
Blackburn College is committed to ensuring that our students are as free as possible from any threats to their safety or well being. Fortunately, our rural location affords us the […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL seeks applications for the position of Athletic Trainer. The successful candidate will be […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a full-time, teaching-focused, tenure track position in Biology. Qualifications for […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Professor of Special Education to begin August 2024. The […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites nominations and applications for an outstanding leader as its next Provost. The […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for an Institutional Advancement Manager. Blackburn College is looking for a […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Visiting Professor of Special Education for Teacher Licensure position due […]
Mission and Values Blackburn College links a rigorous and affordable liberal arts education with a unique student-managed Work Program preparing graduates for careers, community engagement, and lifelong learning. The Blackburn […]
Study Abroad program providers can be companies or other universities that facilitate study abroad programs. These organizations are professionals in administering programs, provide onsite student support services and act as […]
Purpose of club: The Black Student Union is a nationally acclaimed student organization that started in 1960. Established here at Blackburn in 2018, its reason for creation is to not […]
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 Team InductionsTeams must […]
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. […]
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. […]
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 […]
Spanish Club is an informal group of people getting together once a month to have fun and get to know each other through their backgrounds. They try to provide a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) was enacted on August 14, 2008, and reauthorizes the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (HEA). Use the links below to access the […]
Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Blackburn College does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of sex, race, age, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, sexual […]
Nearly five years passed following her graduation from Blackburn College, and Nancy Roberts was working for Pfizer in its East St. Louis plant—one of the last major corporations in the […]
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 […]
Blackburn College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue
Blackburn and Beyond Student_Parent Handbook
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, […]
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.
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 […]
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, held commencement ceremonies on the campus’ Hudson Quad, honoring 68 graduates from the class of 2023. These events marked the […]
Blackburn Student Right to Know October 2022
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The Notable Beavers’ Speaker Series for 2022 will feature Dale Boyer ’83 (Friday, September 23) and Chuck Lyons ’79 (Saturday, September 24). Friday, September 23 Justin and the Magic Stone […]
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 […]
Watch the event from Bothwell Auditorium Blackburn College is bringing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation back to campus. The event will be held Tuesday, January 17, 2023, […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
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 […]
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 […]
Series Features Free Performances for the Community and Professional-Level Workshops for Blackburn Students The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre announced that it will host its first annual Guest […]
The Distinguished Educator, Author, and Blackburn Graduate will Provide the Keynote Address at the January 17 Event Blackburn College is bringing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation back […]
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 […]
The Blackburn Music Showcase kicks off Music’s performance calendar for the year. It features highlights from each concert of the season. This year’s theme “We’re Not in Kansas Anymore” celebrates […]
Join us in celebrating Dr. Ren Draya at Blackburn College’s Demuzio Center in the A.D.R.s on Sunday, September 25, 2022. Breakfast and drinks served from 10am – 12pm. After 30-plus […]
Communications students engage with critical perspectives on the history and practice of mass communication and media. Majors develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory and skills necessary for a variety […]
Gift supports the growth of Blackburn and Beyond; a program for students with cognitive exceptionality to excel in independent living, academic and professional growth. Area State Farm agents recently presented […]
William “Bill” R. Link ‘72 has pledged $500,000 to Blackburn College to create the Elaine S. Link Endowed Professorship in Biology. This planned estate gift was established by Link to […]
Norwood Has Been a Key Member of the Admissions Team Since 2005 Blackburn College has named Justin Norwood Vice President for Inclusive Enrollment. In this leadership role, Norwood will provide […]
Koplinski Has Been a Key Member of the Advancement Team Since 2013 Blackburn College has named Sarah Koplinski Vice President for Institutional Advancement. In this senior leadership role, Koplinski will […]
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 […]
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SAVE THE DATE Homecoming 2022 — September 23, 24, & 25 Blackburn’s Homecoming weekend is a treasured time for our community to come together to reconnect with friends, reminisce about […]
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 […]
The naming of the Student Marshal is a Blackburn College tradition that dates back to 1920 and is the highest honor that the faculty can bestow on a graduating senior, […]
Small class sizes and one-on-one teaching allows dedicated instructors to work alongside their students to maximize their education. There is a focus on strong foundation courses that are essential to […]
Theatre opens the way to a future in design, tech, performance, directing, playwriting or artistic administration. A degree in Theatre also is highly desirable in fields such as the film […]
Break Work Application - revised 1_5_23
Join Scott Dillard ’84 as he presents on how his career track has led him to live a life ‘in the space in between.’ Learn how these in-between spaces can […]
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 […]
Area State Farm agents recently presented a $10,000 donation to support Blackburn College’s “Leadership Development for Emerging Leaders” program. This program is designed to help create strong leaders who provide […]
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 has named Dr. Margaret Lawler as Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This newly reimagined and expanded role will be a key member of the President’s leadership […]
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 College has named Kim Camara-Harvey as Athletic Director. Serving as a key member and advisor on the President’s leadership team, Camara-Harvey will provide vision, leadership, and direction for all […]
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 […]
Help Celebrate with Exciting Events September 23-25 CARLINVILLE, IL — This fall, Blackburn College will once again celebrate Homecoming with its campus and the Carlinville community. The Wizard of Oz-themed […]
Miriam (Mim) Wali-Uddin, a senior Justice Administration major from Jacksonville, IL, has been selected to represent Blackburn College in the 48th Annual Lincoln Academy Laureates. Each year an outstanding senior […]
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 […]
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The purpose of NDEAM is to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with […]
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 […]
English is the cornerstone of the liberal arts education because literature is also the study of history, culture, gender, class, race and nation as they work together to form human […]
Interested in collaborating with our fall production? Please join us for auditions on Monday, September 26, in Bothwell Auditorium starting at 6:00PM. Our play – Almost, Maine – will rehearse […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music and Theatre will host two music workshops in June for elementary, middle and high school students. The week-long workshops are designed for students who […]
Aryanna Harris, a senior sports management major from Springfield, Illinois, is the recipient of Blackburn College’s 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Student Leadership Award. Presented annually, this award honors […]