Campus COVID-19 Updates – Archive
Blackburn Coronavirus Campus Updates Archive: March 2020 – March 2022 COVID Data Tracker Blackburn College is located in Macoupin County, Illinois. To find updated details for each county in the United States, […]
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Blackburn Coronavirus Campus Updates Archive: March 2020 – March 2022 COVID Data Tracker Blackburn College is located in Macoupin County, Illinois. To find updated details for each county in the United States, […]
Table of Contents Campus Guidelines & Policies Campus Guidelines & Policies BOOKSTORE POLICIES BOOK RETURN POLICY Refunds for your textbooks can be issued if the following conditions are met: MERCHANDISE […]
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, […]
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 […]
It’s our job to help you find the information you need, whether on the shelf or on the web. Online databases offer access to studies, citations, and scholarly articles from […]
Blackburn 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines.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 […]
The Week-Long Residency Features a Free Community Concert and Professional-Level Workshops for Blackburn Students and the Public The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn also Ranked First in Illinois for Pell Grant Student Performance by Washington Monthly U.S. News & World Report has once again recognized Blackburn College in its annual rankings of […]
Blackburn 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
We are committed to the entire student – empowering students to improve their quality of life and reach their highest potential. Promoting a healthy campus community, in mind and body, […]
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 […]
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, […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Resident Director (RD) of Campus Safety and Wellness. The […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dr. Natasha Casey was recently invited to the Illinois State Board of Education’s Media Literacy Advisory Group. Earlier this year Illinois House Bill 234 became law requiring every public high […]
Masterclass performance gives students an amazing opportunity to get the chance to work with and learn from the widely acclaimed professional opera singer, Evan Bravos. Graciously funded by the Blackburn […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn College, in order to maintain a safe campus environment, has an emergency notification system. Students are asked at the beginning of each year to update their contact information. It […]
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 […]
The Lumpkin Student Success Center is hosting a workshop for your presentation needs! This workshop is designed for individual help on topics such as organization, citing sources orally, posture, eye, […]
Our Mission The bat program provides students with new research opportunities through bat detectors & acoustics, along with a live stream for the public to bring positive bat recognition and […]
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 […]
Health & Wellness Need To Talk To A Nurse?Blackburn and the Macoupin County Public Health Department are teaming up to provide nursing services by phone and email. Contact MCPHD for […]
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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 […]
All of the following documents and forms are required to be considered for admission to Blackburn College. To allow adequate time to process the admission request and complete the enrollment […]
The IDEAs (Inclusion/Diversity/Equity/Anti-Racism) Challenge is intended to spur reflection and discussion around issues of inclusion, diversity, and equity and to promote anti-racism on the Blackburn College campus. The Challenge was initiated and funded by […]
The Blackburn College’s Career Development Center provides assistance to current students and graduates in career planning, development, and job-seeking strategies. We are here to assist students in identifying and fulfilling […]
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 […]
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 […]
Student Counseling Services The purpose of Counseling Services “is to create a healthy, supportive, safe, and welcoming environment for students, faculty and staff. All services are confidential, compassionate, and inclusive […]
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, […]
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, […]
Support Student Athletes at Blackburn The Blackburn College Athletic Booster Club — The B-Club — generates interest and financial support for the College’s 15 sports programs, helping to provide a […]
You can’t afford to risk your future on a degree that doesn’t work. And with Blackburn College’s tuition already among the lowest of all private, four-year, residential colleges in Illinois, […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites nominations and applications for an outstanding leader as its next Provost. The […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites internal applicants to apply for the VP of Student Life, Dean of […]
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 […]
Admissions Requirements Completed high school and no longer receiving support from the public education system. Documented disability diagnosis of intellectual disability. Demonstrate ability to communicate reliably with staff, faculty, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
As the place where all academic disciplines meet, the Blackburn library helps people ask the right questions as they discover and build knowledge. We are committed to connecting people with […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10, 2023, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer, actor, and teacher Meridith Pyle. The week-long residency at […]
Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10, 2023, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer, actor, and teacher Meredith Pyle. The week-long residency at […]
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 […]
While most music degrees are focused exclusively on refining performance skills, Blackburn’s Music program combines technical craft with in-depth entrepreneurial knowledge needed to launch professional careers in the music industry. […]
Area State Farm agents recently presented a $10,000 donation to support Blackburn College’s “Leadership Development for Emerging Leaders” program. This program is designed to help create strong leaders who provide […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will perform an operatic production for children, “The Billy Goats Gruff” on Friday, November 18. This free performance is open to the […]
Blackburn’s Department of Music & Theatre continues its Guest Artist Series February 6 – 10, 2023, featuring Los Angeles-based professional singer, actor, and teacher Meredith Pyle. The week-long residency at […]
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 […]
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 […]
Presidents’ Lab Development Grant from Endeavor Foundation to Support Academic and Professional Growth Blackburn College is launching a new Center for Faculty Development and Inclusive Teaching. This new program will […]
Gift supports the growth of Blackburn and Beyond; a program for students with cognitive exceptionality to excel in independent living, academic and professional growth. Area State Farm agents recently presented […]
Spring Concert on April 16 to Preview Selections Choir will Sing at World-Famous Venue The Blackburn College Choir will present its final performance of the season, a spring choir concert, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Students will learn how governing institutions work and the skills to be effective in working in them. It includes sound preparation for students planning postgraduate study in law or public […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their spring musical “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, March 31 at 7 pm, Saturday, […]
Blackburn College Guest Artist and professional vocalist Meredith Pyle
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 […]
Finals Breakfast will be on May 2, 2024 from 7 – 10 pm. We will have professional dealers and tables. Come play some poker, black jack, roulette, and craps. Don’t […]
As Blackburn College’s Lincoln Laureate, Miriam (Mim) Wali-Uddin received a letter and certificate signed by Governor J.B Pritzker, a Lincoln medallion and a $500 check from The Lincoln Academy. Shown left to right are Kelsey Busler, Blackburn’s Student Success Center Coordinator; Dr. Laura Wiedlocher, Professor of Leadership, Law, and Public Service at Blackburn; Wali-Uddin; Dr. Mark Biermann, President of Blackburn; and Jeremy McAninch, MLIS/Head Librarian, Lumpkin Library.
We will have an Athletic Director Candidate making a public presentation regarding Major Challenges Facing D3 Institutions and How to think About the Future.
Blackburn College Outreach Flu Shot Clinic November 1, 2022 8:00AM – 12:00PM Bothwell Auditorium Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) is returning to Blackburn again this year to provide flu […]
Join us in Bothwell Auditorium to share and celebrate the plays created during the 24-Hour Play Festival experience. Free and open to the public! We would love for you to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present their fall production “Almost, Maine” in Bothwell Auditorium on Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, at 7 pm. A […]
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 […]
Blackburn Voice and Piano students will perform a variety of music they have been working on for the past two semesters at Blackburn’s Clegg Chapel. This event is both free […]
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. […]
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 […]
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, […]
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. […]
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 College will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Christmas at Blackburn event on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at 7:00 pm in Clegg Chapel. The performance will be free […]
Conducted by Dr. Joseph Welch, Blackburn College’s choir, along with guest artist, Evan Bravos, will perform a collection of works, including Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Five Mystical Songs, in Blackburn’s Bothwell […]
Accounting is an integral part of any business. Information regarding business operations and management decisions flow through the accounting systems and get reflected in the financial statements. As a subsection […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in Bothwell Auditorium. General admission tickets for the public are $10 at the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.”
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 […]
Athletics & the Black Student Union are partnering to celebrate Black History Month on February 1. The Blackburn Beavers take on Mississippi University for Women, at 5:30 pm and 7:30 […]
The Athletics Department & the Black Student Union are partnering to celebrate Black History Month Thursday, February 1. Join us in historic Dawes Gymnasium to watch both women’s and men’s […]
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 […]
The impact of Blackburn College’s “four-year head start” will carry far into your future. But it starts with the relationships you build in the classroom. Everyone’s working together and invested […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn’s Academic Support Services are largely based in the Student Success Center. Staffed primarily by student Academic Resource Assistants (ARAs), the SSC provides a variety of support resources to help […]
One Position | Fall 2023 This position reports to the Admissions Office Manager with a specific focus on increasing the number of prospective students to be recruited. Job Description Duties […]
One Opening | Fall 2023 Student Activities Coordinators are expected to assist with the planning, marketing, and implementation of programs hosted by the Office of Student Activities. Job Description Duties […]
Blackburn College, 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What is Sustainability? Perhaps the most famous definition of sustainability is that developed in 1987 by the Brundtland Commission, officially known as the United Nations’ World Commission on Economic Development. […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 – 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Blackburn College Student Handbook, known traditionally as the “B” Book, contains the standards established for the Blackburn student community and other helpful information about life on campus. The Student […]
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 […]
Graduates from Blackburn College work in a variety of settings after graduation. The Career Outcome Rate for the Class of 2021 is 93%, as determined through a survey of all […]
Welcome to Blackburn College, Students! At Blackburn, our first and most important priority is to the incredible students who make our campus such a special place. That’s the case whether […]
Want to go to graduate school? Here are some important things to know. Grad School Admissions 101 Most graduate school program application deadlines are December-January the year before you plan […]
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, […]
Blackburn College, a unique liberal arts college with a student-managed work program, invites applications for a part-time bus driver. Tasks include transporting college students, faculty, and staff to college related […]
We support student development by creating gender and sexuality initiatives that contribute to a healthy campus climate. Blackburn College offers equitable and safe options for all members of the campus […]
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 […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL seeks applications for the position of Athletic Trainer. The successful candidate will be […]
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 […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for the full-time position of traveling Admissions Counselor. Candidates must be […]
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 […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a full-time, teaching-focused, tenure track position in Biology. Qualifications for […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for a Professor of Special Education to begin August 2024. The […]
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 […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL seeks applications for the position of Assistant Volleyball Coach. This position is a […]
Blackburn’s administrative staff is prepared to meet all the non-academic student needs. Administrative offices are primarily located in Ludlum Hall and the Demuzio Campus Center and office hours may vary. […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024 Blackburn College Giving Day: A Week of Help + Hope is underway! Rally your classmates, family, and friends to come together to make a profound difference […]
Blackburn College Student Handbook B-Book 2022-2023
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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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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will present its annual studio recital on Sunday, March 19, at 2:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. The concert is free and open to […]
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Koplinski Has Been a Key Member of the Advancement Team Since 2013 Blackburn College has named Sarah Koplinski Vice President for Institutional Advancement. In this senior leadership role, Koplinski will […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
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 […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre will perform an operatic production for children, “The Billy Goats Gruff” on Friday, November 18. This free performance is open to the […]
Theatre opens the way to a future in design, tech, performance, directing, playwriting or artistic administration. A degree in Theatre also is highly desirable in fields such as the film […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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. […]
Whether covering American history and World history in general first-year courses or in upper-division courses, the history department endeavors to use the past to inform the present and future. A […]
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Blackburn’s programs in Business Administration & Economics provide students with a comprehensive study of management, marketing, economics, and entrepreneurial techniques. Annual business simulations give majors real world experience in their […]
Blackburn College Alumni Join Together with Students, Faculty and Staff to Enhance the Beautiful 80-Acre Campus Each Year For more than a century, being a Blackburn student has meant more […]
The 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 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 […]
Brianna Milich, a senior Elementary Education major from Washington, IL, has been selected to represent Blackburn College in the 47th Annual Lincoln Academy Laureates. Each year an outstanding senior from […]
Being a Blackburn student has always meant more than just going to college. For more than a century, students attending Blackburn not only earn valuable four-year degrees but are also […]
Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, is bringing its annual Veterans Day Convocation back to campus on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11 am. The American Legion Post 554, Veterans of […]
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 […]
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A string quartet from the Illinois Symphony Orchestra performing a chamber music concert in Bothwell Auditorium. This event is part of the Department of Music & Theatre’s Guest Artist Series […]
A Jazz Concert featuring the Adaron (Pops) Jackson Trio will help kick off the new year on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. An educator, musician […]
Watch the event from Bothwell Auditorium Blackburn College is bringing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation back to campus. The event will be held Tuesday, January 17, 2023, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hear Ye! Hear ye! Blackburn’s Tabletop Gaming Club is hosting its first ever Renaissance Fair! The Renaissance Fair will be held on the Blackburn College campus on Sunday, October 8 […]
The college has received 2021 Tree Campus Higher Education® recognition from the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management. The Tree Campus Higher Education program honors […]
Blackburn College is proud to announce that U.S. Representative Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) will serve as the keynote speaker for the 154th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 13. Representing Illinois’ 13th […]
As the autumn air sets in, the Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre is pleased to announce its highly anticipated Fall performance schedule. Talented students will perform an array […]
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 […]
The Distinguished Educator, Author, and Blackburn Graduate will Provide the Keynote Address at the January 17 Event Blackburn College is bringing its annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Convocation back […]
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, […]
Blackburn College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue
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 […]
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 College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda
The Blackburn College Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Gregory J. Meyer as the school’s 19th President. Meyer, a former Blackburn professor and administrator, succeeds Dr. Mark Biermann, who recently […]
Blackburn offers teacher certification programs in Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Social Science, History, English, Mathematics, K-12 programs in Physical Education and Spanish, Special Education (K-21), and Early Childhood Education. Faculty […]