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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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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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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 […]

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Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines.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

2022 Student Wellness Details

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International Accepted Student

Congratulations on your acceptance to Blackburn. There is no other college or university in the United States quite like Blackburn College. Our unique campus culture is the byproduct of the […]

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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 […]

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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Blackburn College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue

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 […]

Blackburn College – Resource Guide for Students on Sexual Misconduct (2023-2024)

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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 […]

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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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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 […]

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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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Blackburn Sets Winter Admissions Open House Event for February

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions on February 20 Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, will host prospective students and their families […]

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 […]

Faith

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 […]

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 […]

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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. […]

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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 […]

Blackburn Announces New Degree Program to Strengthen Early Childhood Workforce in Illinois

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 […]

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Winning Together

Campaign Kickoff & Groundbreaking Join us Friday, April 28 at 3:30 pm for the Winning Together Campaign Kick-off & Groundbreaking Event. Please RSVP by completing the form below or calling […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Privacy Policy

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 […]

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 […]

Early Childhood Education Information Sessions (Virtual Event)

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. […]

Early Childhood Education Information Sessions (Virtual Event)

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. […]

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Visiting Professor of Special Education for Teacher Licensure

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Diversity Committee

Community Values and Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Revised by DEI Task-Force General Administrative Work-Group 11.20; reviewed by Staff and Faculty Assemblies and Student Senate Equity is an intentional […]

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 […]

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, […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Sing Your Song!

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 […]

Sing Your Song!

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 […]

Sing Your Song!

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 […]

Sing Your Song!

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 […]

Sing Your Song!

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 […]

Spectrum Club Meeting

Spectrum, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or […]

Volleyball Club: 5v5 Indoor Tournament

Volleyball Club Presents 5v5 indoor tournament on March 30th at 7:00 pm in Dawes Gymnasium. First place wins a $40 prize and second place $20 prize. Email samuel.sumrow@blackburn.edu to sign […]

Blackburn Names Justin Norwood Vice President for Inclusive Enrollment

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 […]

Beautification Day 2024

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, […]

BSU Meeting

There will be a BSU meeting on March 28 at 6:00 pm. This is open to the campus community and everyone is welcome to attend if possible. Contact Dr. Margaret […]

Ceremonial Groundbreaking Kicks Off Construction of New $6+ Million Indoor Athletic Facility

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, […]

Resident Hall Association Car Wash

The Residence Hall Association (RHA) will be hosting its First Annual Car Wash from 12-4 pm on Sunday, April 28 in the DCC parking lot. This is open to all […]

What Were You Wearing

What Were You Wearing? At colleges and universities around the country, it has been reported that two-thirds of college students experience sexual harassment. Studies have also found approximately 26% of all female undergraduate […]

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 […]

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 […]

Travel and Arriving

Complete your academic file if you have not done so. Blackburn College must have official copies of your completion of a secondary school program. For students with post-secondary (college/university) coursework, in […]

Giving Day

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 […]

Dr. John Essington

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 […]

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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 […]

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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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 […]

The College Where Alumni Come Home to Work

Blackburn College Alumni Join Together with Students, Faculty and Staff to Enhance the Beautiful 80-Acre Campus Each Year For more than a century, being a Blackburn student has meant more […]

Blackburn 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 […]

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Tuition Payment Form

Online Form – Blackburn College Tuition Payment Form

Facility Request Form

Online Form – Facility Request Form

Outstanding Graduate Nomination Form

Online Form – Outstanding Graduate Award

Alumni Board of Directors Nomination Form

Online Form – Blackburn College Alumni Board of Directors Nomination Form

Alumni Award Recipient Nomination Form

Online Form – Blackburn Alumni Association Award Nomination

Update Your Information

Online Form – Blackburn – Update your Information

Submit Your Story

Online Form – Submit Your Story

Title IX Reporting Form

Online Form – Title IX Reporting Form

New Student Deposit Form

Online Form – Blackburn College Tuition Deposit Form

Housing & Dining Contract

Online Form – Blackburn College Housing Contract

Teacher Licensure Program Application

Online Form – TLP Application

Blackburn & Beyond Admission Application

Online Form – Blackburn and Beyond Admission Application

Work Program Reporting Form

*This form is anonymous Online Form – Work Program Reporting Form

International Application

Apply as a first-year student to spend four years on campus earning an undergraduate degree or apply as a transfer student to finish your degree at Blackburn College. Online Form […]

Basic Bins Request Form

Online Form – Basic Bins Item Request

Summer Housing

Online Form – Summer Housing

Submit A Question

Online Form – Submit A Question (Website FAQ)

Current Workforce Early Childhood Application

Online Form – Current Workforce Early Childhood Education Application

Student Job Posting Request

For Work Program Department Managers Online Form – Work Program Student Jobs

HR Anonymous Reporting Form

Online Form – HR Anonymous Reporting Form

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Chris Horn ’84

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.

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IRB-Application-Form

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 […]

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Returning Student Job Application [updated FA22]

Blackburn College Work Program Returning Student Job Application fillable [updated FA22]

Student Success Master Tutoring Schedule Fall 2022

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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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!

Lumpkin Library

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Admissions Open House Event

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

Beekeeping Class

The Blackburn College Beekeeping Program will host its first beekeeping class this spring. This exciting opportunity will be open to the public, and attendees will have access to the campus’s […]

Week of Welcome

Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students

CAB Event: Milkshake Monday

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 […]

Winter Open House Event Set for February 19

Meet Professors and Current Students, Learn about Opportunities, Tour Campus, and Get Instant Admissions Decisions Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, will host prospective students and their families for an Open […]

Blackburn Campus

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Intramural Gaming League (IGL)

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 […]

CAB Event: Trivia Tuesday

Join the Campus Activities Board at 7:00 pm in DCC for Trivia Tuesday! This event will take place EVERY Tuesday unless otherwise noted or the campus is closed. This event […]

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Print & Design Request

Online Form – Print & Design Request

Dance Club

Dance Club is a group that meets twice a week to just have fun dancing. They post videos on TikTok (@blackburndanceclub) and learn a variety of dances online and also […]

Community Connection Volunteer Opportunity

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 […]

$250,000 Grant Received Address Statewide Teacher Shortage

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 […]

Poems Published by Dr. Annah Browning

Blackburn Professor Dr. Annah Browning has had two poems, “On Reading the Unsolved Mysteries” and “First Time with Bigfoot,” published in Heavy Feather Review’s online series “Haunted Passages.”

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

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

Blackburn Scholarship Calculator

We pride ourselves on making an exceptional education accessible and affordable. Simply share your GPA and residency status in the calculator below to see if you may be eligible for […]

Athletic Hall of Fame

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 […]

Report an Illness

Report an Illness – COVID-19 Any member of the Blackburn community (students and employees) must use the “Report an Illness” link below if any of the following apply: You are […]

New Student Work Application

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 […]

Residency Exemption Form

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 […]

EAST Form

The Early Alert Support Team (EAST) exists to serve and support the well-being, safety, and success of each member of our community. In order for EAST to be effective in […]

First Time & Transfer Application

FALL 2022 APPLICATION If you are a first-time college student or if you began at a different institution and want to apply for Fall 2022, this is the application for […]

Fall 2022 Application

If you are a first-time college student or if you began at a different institution and want to apply for Fall 2022, this is the application for you! Applying for […]

Announcement & Event Calendar Request

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

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 […]

Adjunct Faculty Positions

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 […]

Staff and Faculty Diversity Award

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and members of the Diversity Committee invites all students to nominate staff and faculty members for the 2023 diversity award. The Staff and Faculty Diversity […]

Safe Zone

Safe Zone workshops enhance participants’ understanding of gender, sexuality, and LGBTQ+ identities. Safe Zone workshops also provide information and support for those interested in creating safe spaces in classrooms, offices, […]

Benevolent Beaver Request Form

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 […]

Student Job Areas

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

Dr. Annah Browning

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, […]

MLK Leadership Award

The MLK Leadership Award is an annual award presented to a student who exemplifies the values of diversity and inclusion at Blackburn College.  In 2014, the former Director of Diversity […]

IDEAs Challenge

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 […]

Confirm Your Enrollment

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

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Satisfactory Academic Progress and Attendance Policy

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 […]

Project 1837 & 1913

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 […]

Veterans Education Benefits

Blackburn College is proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program as well as other federal GI Bill® benefits. If you are an active-duty service member or Veteran, a member of the National […]

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 […]

The Wicked After Party

Ready to wrap it up in Blackburn style? We’re throwing everything we’ve got at you during The Wicked After Party…food trucks, a photo booth, drinks, and live music! When was […]

English

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 […]

Alumni Event: Cyntoia Brown-Long Live Stream

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

Blackburn Hosts “Give Back” Scholars on Campus for Unique Student Experience

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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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 […]

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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 […]

Title IX Coordinator Bootcamp 2022

BC Homecoming Registrant List – Sept 6 2022

Beaverthon – Blackburn’s Annual 5K Race

Take part in our treasured 5K event while enjoying a scenic view of Carlinville. The Beaverthon is a great way to get your heart pumping for a long day of […]

Retirement Party for Dr. Ren Draya

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 […]

Spectrum Club Meeting

Spectrum, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or […]

Spectrum Club Meeting

Spectrum, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or […]

Spectrum Club Meeting

Spectrum, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or […]

Spectrum Club Meeting

Spectrum, Blackburn’s student group for members of the LGBTQIAP+ community and Allies, holds meetings from 6:00 – 7:30 pm on Thursdays in Lumpkin 120. If you’re already a member or […]

Six Flags Fright Fest Trip

The Campus Activities Board will be taking a group of students to Six Flags St. Louis on Saturday, October 22nd for a full day at Fright Fest and its other […]

Art

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 […]

Spanish

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 […]

Bookstore “Peep” Show Competition

The Blackburn Bookstore Peep Show returns for 2023 and we invite your department or club to join in the fun. As a work department and/or club, the goal is to […]

Golden Beaver Society Luncheon

formerly Nifty 50s Luncheon – Did you graduate around 1973 or earlier? If so, we salute you and are so happy to have you back on campus! Be sure to […]

Beaverthon

Take part in our treasured 5K event while enjoying a scenic view of Carlinville. The Beaverthon is a great way to get your heart pumping for a long day of […]

Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre to Host Summer Workshops

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 […]

Blackburn Receives $10,000 Gift from Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation

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 […]

U.S. News & World Report Ranks Blackburn Among the Best Colleges in the Midwest Region

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 […]

Music and Theatre Department Announces Spring Performance Season

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

Blackburn CompSci Extra Life

Blackburn Computer Science Department is hosting an event for Extra Life, a streaming fundraiser for Children’s Hospitals. The event will take place starting this Friday at 6PM, lasting through Saturday. […]

Biology

Students who want to expand their knowledge of biology will find a rigorous academic program that prepares them for many future endeavors in academia and the work place. Biology majors […]

Mathematics

Our math program helps prepare our math and math education majors. The program focuses on instruction in pure and applied mathematics which includes some mathematical specializations. If you enjoy the […]

Department of Music & Theatre Presents Wide-Ranging Guest Artist Series

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 […]

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Blackburn College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda

Blackburn College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda

2023-2024 V4 Dependent Verification Worksheet

2023-2024 V4 Independent Verification Worksheet

Transformative Gift of 40 Acres Allows Blackburn to Benefit from Vital Environmental Studies

‘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. […]

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Institutional Review Board

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 […]

Using Less Paper and Water

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 […]

Information for Employers

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. […]

Featured Opportunities

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 […]

Campus Bookstore

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 […]

Ways to Give

Giving Opportunities Every donor helps to make a difference in the lives of our Blackburn community. Gifts of all sizes, combine together make a difference! Here is a list of […]

Student Success Center

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 […]

Complaints

Blackburn College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission has established a clear distinction between individual grievances and complaints that appear to involve broad institutional practices. […]

International Students

Studying in the US is a big decision and can be a complicated process. Not only is Blackburn College committed to making the admission process as easy as possible for […]

Title IX at Blackburn College

Title IX provides that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to […]

Rochelle Henderson ’92

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 […]

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, […]

Study Abroad Opportunities

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 […]

Student Wellness Challenge

The 2022 Student Wellness Challenge is designed to motivate you to incorporate healthy behaviors into your busy lifestyle. All students, faculty, and staff at Blackburn College are eligible to participate, […]

What Were You Wearing – Exhibit

April 2023 is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. At colleges and universities around the country, it has been reported that two-thirds of college students experience sexual harassment. Studies have also found […]

International Student Agreement

International Financial Statement Form

Blackburn College Diversity Committee Meeting Minutes 9.14.2022

Blackburn College Diversity Committee Meeting Minutes 9.14.2022

DIPS December 2022

DIPS Schedule December 2022

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