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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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B Book – Work Program

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Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines.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

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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, […]

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Title IX Policy

Table of Contents Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Blackburn College is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of discrimination on the basis […]

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B Book – Campus Guidelines

Table of Contents Campus Guidelines & Policies Campus Guidelines & Policies BOOKSTORE POLICIES BOOK RETURN POLICY Refunds for your textbooks can be issued if the following conditions are met: MERCHANDISE […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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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Annamarie Cosenza

“When I was in 4th or 5th grade, I remember asking a school supervisor why school was hard and why no one liked me.  She told me it was because I’m ‘different.’”  Annamarie struggled academically and socially up until...

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 […]

Blackburn Hosts 300 Regional High School Students for Annual Science Scholarship Competition

Over $15,000 Awarded to Top Participants and Schools, Marking the 34th Year of Beloved Event March marked a triumphant return for one of Blackburn College’s most beloved events, Science Day. […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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Blackburn Celebrates Class of 2022 during Commencement Weekend

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 […]

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Brianna Milich

Brianna shares how the support she received at Blackburn helped realize her dream. I am really passionate about the use of a growth mindset rather than a fixed one. My […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Blackburn Intramural Gaming League (IGL)

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)

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 […]

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. […]

Jody Sturgeon Named Dean of Work

Blackburn College has named Jody Sturgeon as the Marguerite Steffey Snyder Endowed Dean of Work. One of ten federally-recognized Work Colleges, Blackburn has the only program managed by a team […]

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

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

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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Blackburn Student Right to Know October 2022

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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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Writer’s Block

What is the Writer’s Block? The Writer’s Block is an on-campus resource for students who need assistance with writing assignments. Writing assistants will sit down with students for a one-on-one […]

Disability Services & Accommodations

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 […]

Financial Aid

A college education is one of the most important investments a student will ever make. The questions around how to afford college are always an important part of the college […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Energy Conservation

Every action Blackburn takes to reduce the amount of energy it uses contributes to enhancing the College’s environmental sustainability. Most of the electricity produced in Illinois comes from coal-fired generating […]

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.

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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Three Faculty Members Honored During Blackburn’s First Investiture Ceremony

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Vice President for Administration and Finance (Internal Posting)

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 […]

VP of Student Life, Dean of Students, and Title IX Coordinator (Internal Posting)

Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites internal applicants to apply for the VP of Student Life, Dean of […]

Press Release Request

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Website Update Request

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Business Card Request

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Photography/Video Request

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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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Holistic Success Coaching

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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 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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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 […]

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Mihkyelle Cooper Receives MLK Student Leadership Award

Blackburn College is pleased to announce that Mihkyelle Cooper, a senior majoring in Justice Administration, from East St. Louis is the recipient of the 2021-2022 Martin Luther King (MLK) Student […]

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’s Miriam Wali-Uddin Recognized as Lincoln Academy Student Laureate

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 […]

Miriam Wali-Uddin Receives MLK Student Leadership Award at Blackburn

Miriam (Mim) Wali-Uddin, a senior Justice Administration major from Jacksonville, IL, is the recipient of Blackburn College’s 2023 Martin Luther King (MLK) Student Leadership Award. Presented annually, this award honors […]

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 […]

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Donor Spotlight

Blackburn is thankful for every one of our donors, all over the world! We are highlighting our remarkable donors to recognize and applaud their dedication to our mission, their generous […]

Nancy Roberts ’72

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 […]

Admissions Team

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions you will ever make, and the Blackburn Admissions Team is here to help! Throughout your college search and application process, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Campus Services – Crew Head (Internal Only)

One Opening | Fall 2023 Leadership positions opened internally Job Description Each crew head is assigned a crew of 4-6 workers and a building(s) or area to clean. Also Crew […]

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 […]

Music – Concert Producer

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

Grounds Crew

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

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 […]

College Registrar

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 […]

Catalog

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 […]

Provost

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 […]

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 […]

Project 1837 Celebration

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles

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 […]

Human Resource Management

Human Resources plays a critical role in the world — because people are truly the only thing that differentiates one business from another. HR professionals contribute to business growth and […]

Platinum Bingo

Just one more month until Platinum Bingo, hosted by the Campus Activities Board. The time and date has been updated to accommodate more students availability. It will now be Sunday, […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Diversity Learning Circles – Series

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 […]

Reunion Class Brunch (Graduating Classes of 2013, 1998, 1973, and 1963)

A class reunion gives one a chance to reconnect with old friends, remember the fun times you had in college, and celebrate with people you may not have seen for […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Barney’s Beach Bash

Come and hang with Barney at the beach one last time before we go our separate ways…food trucks, photo booth, drinks, and live music! When was the last time you […]

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]

“Almost, Maine” – Theatrical Production

The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]

Blackburn College Releases Spring 2022 Dean’s List

Students at Blackburn College who attain academic excellence are named to the Dean’s List, recognizing those who have achieved a grade point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester. […]

Gift of $1 Million Establishes Marguerite Steffey Snyder Endowed Dean of Work Position

 Blackburn College has received a $1 million gift from the estate of Marguerite Steffey Snyder. The College’s Board of Trustees has designated the annual proceeds from this gift to directly […]

Blackburn College Releases Fall 2022 Dean’s List

Students at Blackburn College who attain academic excellence are named to the Dean’s List, recognizing those who have achieved a grade point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester. […]

Blackburn College Releases Spring 2023 Dean’s List

Students at Blackburn College who attain academic excellence are named to the Dean’s List, recognizing those who have achieved a grade point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester. […]

Blackburn Music & Theatre Department Presents “Almost, Maine”

Production Runs September 29 Through October 1 The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29 and […]

Blackburn Recognized for ‘Doubling Down’ on Efforts to Strengthen Supports to Students Pursuing Degrees

As colleges and universities across Illinois brought another academic year to a close, the Partnership for College Completion (PCC) today recognized a group of institutional leaders working to eliminate racial […]

CAB Movie Night – The Color Purple (2023)

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: […]

$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.”

Vendor’s Market

Join us at Blackburn’s Demuzio Campus Center (DCC) for our free admission Vendor’s Market, running from 10am to 3pm! Our vendors include Blackburn Students as well as a few outside […]

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 […]

What Happens in Vegas, Junior Senior Dance

Please join us on April 22, 2024, from 8-11 PM in Jaenke for a night of music, dancing, and drinks. We ask that you please dress formal/semi-formal. Please be prepared […]

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 […]

Withdrawal Process, Refund and Return of Title IV Financial Aid

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) […]

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 […]

Readmission

Any Blackburn College student who was not enrolled the prior semester (excluding summer sessions) will need to apply for readmission to continue their degree program. You are eligible to apply […]

First Time Students

Blackburn College offers an exceptional education at an extraordinary value. We’re large enough to offer the courses you want and give you the personal attention and support you need. Our nationally recognized Work […]

Articulation Agreements

Blackburn College partners with nearby institutions and regional medical centers to enhance educational opportunity. Here is a list of Blackburn’s articulation agreements: Transfer Agreements Pre-Nursing: Blackburn maintains a 2 + […]

Connie Jorgensen

Family, community, and education—these were driving motivators for the Engelking family including Harold Engelking AA’39, his wife Evelyn, and their daughters Connie and Elana.  Following the death of Harold, Connie […]

Dr. Alfred Hofmann ’53

Dr. Alfred Hofmann ‘53 is no stranger to supporting institutions and programs that have a direct impact on people in need. He came to Blackburn College with no money, a […]

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 […]

Dr. Elisabeth Rohatsch Gantt

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Professor of Biology/Zoology/Physiology (Tenure-Track)

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

Mission IMPROVable — This Friday, December 2nd

Students, Faculty & Staff are invited to join the Campus Activities Board this Friday, December 2nd, for a live comedy show performed by Mission IMPROVable! The show will occur in […]

Creative Writing

This intimate and innovative creative writing program combines imagination, practical skills, and professional savvy to empower writers to share their creative vision with the world. Potential Career Paths Include: Editor […]

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 […]

International Business Students Participate in Virtual X-Culture Competition

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. […]

Blackburn Hosts “Deal or No Deal: Management vs. Labor” Negotiation Event for Business Students

This spring, the Blackburn College Department of Business and Economics hosted a student Deal or No Deal: Management vs. Labor Negotiation event for students at the Edwin and Claire Jaenke […]

Blackburn Bells Return to Campus

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.

$750,000 Gift Received from Estate of Luella Dickhaut

Blackburn received a $750,000 gift from the estate of Luella Dickhaut. The former Carlinville High School math teacher also served as an adjunct professor at the college during the 1980s. […]

Blackburn College Celebrates Class of 2023 during Commencement Weekend

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 Bee Program Shares New Observation Hive

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 Announces Resignation of President Mark Biermann; Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Greg Meyer as Interim President

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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CABs Ice Skating Trip

The Office of Student Engagement will be taking students on a trip to go ice skating at the Loading Dock (Grafton, IL) on Sunday, December 11th, 2022. Interested students should […]

Jones Hall Lip Sync Battle

The event you know and love is back. Jones Hall will be presenting yet another Lip Sync Competition. If you have a song you love or a dance you’d like […]

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. […]

Blackburn College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda

Blackburn College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda

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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. […]

Winning Together

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 […]

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 is a federal law that gives students certain rights with respect to their education records.  BLACKBURN COLLEGE FERPA POLICY I. […]

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Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

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 […]

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 […]

Campus Conduct Hotline

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

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 […]

Dr. Roy Hugh McLeod ‘61

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, […]

Macoupin Promise

Not sure if you can afford to go away to college? Worried about the amount of debt you might have when you graduate? You can earn your degree at Blackburn […]

Residence Life

Living on campus is not just having a place to sleep; it is an opportunity to grow and learn as a human being—much like students grow and learn in a […]

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, […]

Our History

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Institutional Advancement Manager

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Exploring Majors and Career Paths

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 […]

Internships

What is an Internship? Practical experience and experiential learning that is completed and related to your academic and professionals goals. Opportunity to build your knowledge and skills, exposure to opportunities, […]

Scholarships

The value of a Blackburn education is made available to students from all economic backgrounds through generous financial aid packages. Merit-Based Scholarships All students who apply for admission are considered […]

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. […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

Educational Studies – Paraprofessional Track

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

Pre-Med & Other Health Professions

Students with strong interests in the sciences, interacting regularly with the public, and in community service are encouraged to consider careers in the health professions. A career in a health […]

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 […]

Communications

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 […]

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 […]

Physical Education & Sports Management

Blackburn students majoring in Physical Education and Sport Management study the development of the whole person – not just physical ability. Classroom instruction features discussion and programs to engage students, […]

Cyntoia Brown-Long: Speaking Event & Book Signing

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

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Convocation

Watch the event from Bothwell Auditorium Open the event program (pdf) Blackburn College will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation Friday, January 26, 2024, in Bothwell Auditorium […]

Dr. Margaret Lawler Named Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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 […]

$500,000 Gift Establishes Endowed Professorship of Education

Blackburn College has received a $500,000 gift to create the Sonja Faust Hudren Endowed Professorship in Education. Hudren’s brother, Blackburn Trustee Jim Faust, his wife Helen, and their children Kristen, […]

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

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

Gift of $500,000 to Establish Elaine S. Link Endowed Professorship in Biology

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 […]

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, […]

Blackburn Receives Gift to Amplify Arts Education; Unveils New Visual Arts Gallery Name in Ceremony

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 Plans Open House Events for Interested Students and Families this Fall

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

Blackburn Receives $4.8 Million Grant from the Illinois Dept. of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

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 […]

Dr. Joseph Welch, Professor of Music, Named ISMTA Teacher of the Year

Dr. Joseph Welch, Professor of Music at Blackburn College, has been named the 2023 Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Music Teachers Association (ISMTA). Welch serves as Department […]

Aryanna Harris Receives 2024 MLK Student Leadership Award

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 […]

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, […]

Renowned Criminal & Restorative Justice Advocate Dr. Larry D. Terry II to Speak at Blackburn

Event is Part of the Kathleen J. Eberle Social Science Lecture Series Blackburn College will host Dr. Larry D. Terry II, a distinguished criminal and restorative justice scholar, author and […]

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

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

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 […]

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Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

Humanities Salon

Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]

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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 […]

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