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Blackburn Coronavirus Campus Updates Archive: March 2020 – March 2022 COVID Data Tracker Blackburn College is located in Macoupin County, Illinois. To find updated details for each county in the United States, […]
Table of Contents Student Work Program Student Work Program INTRODUCTION These are the principal guidelines by which the Work Program functions and cannot be superseded by any other guidelines. Each […]
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 […]
Table of Contents Student Conduct Policies Student Conduct Policies GENERAL CAMPUS GUIDELINES THE STUDENT CONDUCT CODE By choosing to attend Blackburn College you become a member of the Blackburn community, […]
Table of Contents Campus Guidelines & Policies Campus Guidelines & Policies BOOKSTORE POLICIES BOOK RETURN POLICY Refunds for your textbooks can be issued if the following conditions are met: MERCHANDISE […]
Table of Contents Student Housing Student Housing INTRODUCTION TO RESIDENCE LIFE The Residence Life program at Blackburn is designed to give each student the opportunity to not only have a […]
It’s our job to help you find the information you need, whether on the shelf or on the web. Online databases offer access to studies, citations, and scholarly articles from […]
Table of Contents Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY Blackburn College is committed to maintaining an environment that is free of discrimination on the basis […]
Blackburn’s most famed writer/alum have been featured in an article published in Literary Landscapes Dr. Naomi Crummey and Dr. Karen Dillon recently had an article published in the Literary Landscapes […]
Blackburn 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Students and their families may qualify for different loan options to help manage costs and allow repayments over time. Federal loans are borrowed and must be repaid after you graduate, […]
Blackburn 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 […]
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 […]
How do you get your first job on campus? During summer Orientation, you can meet the department managers, talk with them, and learn more about the positions still available on […]
Table of Contents Academics College Catalog Student Portal Course Load Classroom Behavior Policy Academic Integrity Plagiarism: What It Is and How to Avoid It Grade Appeal Policy Administrative Withdrawal Policy […]
Education About Me Karen Dillon has been teaching American literature and first-year writing at Blackburn College since 2011. During that time, she has published the book The Spectacle of Twins […]
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, […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites internal applicants to apply for the Vice President for Administration and Finance […]
Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a one-of-a-kind student-managed work program in Carlinville, Illinois, invites internal applicants to apply for the VP of Student Life, Dean of […]
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 […]
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, […]
In anticipation of their departure to perform in New York City, the Blackburn College Choir will present its final spring choir concert of the semester, “College Choir in New York […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jim Faust ‘64 has had a successful career in the cable television industry, with a provider of optical communication systems for the cable market. Years ago, he decided that Blackburn […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
The Project is Part of the Winning Together Campaign, Which Will Also Modernize the Historic Dawes Gymnasium and Provide Room for Athletics and Enrollment to Grow With ceremonial shovels, hardhats, […]
Gift Honors Sharon K. Sandfort, mother of Blackburn Trustee J.D. Sandfort Blackburn College has received a financial gift to bolster a wide range of arts education programs, celebrate creative expression […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun competitive environment or a place to try out some new games? For the […]
Join the Campus Activities Board to see Ride the Cyclone on October 20, 2023 at The Legacy Theatre in Springfield, IL. The show begins at 7:00 pm, so we will […]
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 Intramural Gaming League (IGL) is looking for new participants! Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun environment to compete […]
Blackburn Intramural Gaming League (IGL) is looking for new participants! Are you interested in playing video games with friends as an extracurricular activity? Looking for a fun environment to compete […]
Pictured left to right are Dr. John Lapp, Terry Hammer, and Cress Maddox in the Blackburn College indoor athletic facility. Cress Maddox, Blackburn Trustee, provided a lead gift naming the […]
New student move-in day.
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 […]
Join The Lumpkin Student Success Center for lunch on Wednesday, Jan 18th, and learn some tips and tools for time management. Sessions will start at 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM […]
Join the Campus Activities Board from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm for TIME OUT TUESDAY in front of Buzz’s Hideout in DCC on Study Day! Take a break from your […]
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 […]
Education About Me Naomi Crummey earned her PhD in Non-Fiction Writing from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her essays have appeared in Prairie Fire, Kudzu House, and Grain. She has enjoyed collaborating with her […]
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 […]
One Opening | Fall 2023 Work in the Office of the Registrar and Records Office as a Registration Assistant. Job Description Assists with the development of the Time Schedule of […]
Student Diversity for Fall 2023 Enrollment Undergraduate Enrollment for Fall 2023 Report Year % of Student Body Enrollment Status Full-time 97% Part-time 3% Gender Female 56% Male 41% Non-Binary 3% […]
Recycling what we can no longer use, rather than tossing it into trash, and from there into Illinois landfills, makes an important contribution to environmental sustainability. Recycling is also just […]
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. […]
Her “need for speed” drove Dr. Lois (Begitske) DeFleur ’58 to obtain a pilot’s license and purchase a plane; she was also driven to accept challenges, taking advantage of opportunities […]
Blackburn College, 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 Message on Racial Injustice Thursday, June 4, 2020 Dear students, alumni, and community partners, We are all grieving the recent deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, David […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn is bringing its annual Veterans Day Convocation back to campus. The American Legion Post 554, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1104 and the College will honor United States […]
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 […]
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 College will add two new athletic teams for the upcoming 2022-2023 academic year. Men’s and women’s track will join Blackburn’s 11 other NCAA Division III sports programs, providing students […]
Montreal Thomas was “tapped” as the new Student Marshal before his peers during Blackburn’s All College Convocation signifying the beginning of a new academic year. Thomas is pictured with President […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL, will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Friday, November 10, 2023, at 11 am in Clegg Chapel located in Hudson Hall on the College […]
During a ceremony held on November 9, Blackburn College inducted its newest members in the College’s honors society chapters. This year, 14 Blackburn students were recognized for their exceptional achievements […]
College is a transformational time. Our students come from diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds; including some underrepresented populations. At Blackburn, we’ve cultivated an inclusive environment where they all find […]
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 […]
There is no substitute for living and learning in a completely new environment. Studying abroad is an invaluable experience for students who seek to earn academic credit while learning about […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bee Program worker, Dade Bradley, showing the bee observatory in Mahan to a student.
Blackburn College – Bee Program – Senior Dade Bradley shows student bees at work in the new observation hive
You and Blackburn: Winning Together The Winning Together capital campaign is a meaningful – and pressing – opportunity to give students greater access to expanded athletic and recreational facilities on […]
Blackburn College invites applications for the full-time position of Head Men’s & Women’s Cross Country & Track Coach. This is a 10-month, benefits eligible position reporting to the Director of […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
Please email theatre@blackburn.edu for ticket information. Directed by Dr. Collin Vorbeck Music Direction by Dr. Joseph Welch CANCELLED -Friday, March 31 – 7:00 pm. Due to the severe […]
Please email theatre@blackburn.edu for ticket information. Directed by Dr. Collin Vorbeck Music Direction by Dr. Joseph Welch CANCELLED -Friday, March 31 – 7:00 pm. Due to the severe […]
Three Openings | Fall 2023 Leadership positions opened internally Job Description Crew Head’s will be responsible to lead each shift they are on: taking orders, acting as an expediter- making […]
Congrats Class of 2023 – streamling live Saturday, May 13 at 10:30 am. Blackburn College – Where Futures Rise
For Work Program Department Managers Online Form – Work Program Student Jobs
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 […]
WHY DOES THE BLACKBURN COLLEGE INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD (IRB) EXIST? The IRB exists as a safeguard to promote ethical and responsible treatment of human subjects/participants in research. Blackburn College and […]
Food is more than something you eat. It’s fuel for your body, a moment to bond with friends, and something that provides comfort when you’re at your home away from […]
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 […]
New Student Work Application Work Program Reporting
Welcome parents and family! Whether you’re new to the Blackburn College community or a proud parent of a returning student, we are happy you are here! Founded in Carlinville, Illinois, […]
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’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 […]
Blackburn College offers a unique experience that can transform lives. It’s a place where students can excel academically and enjoy the benefits of living in an easy-going campus with the personalized […]
Spring 2024 Job Description Duties include: Qualifications To Apply If you’re interested in this opening, you will need: Applications are due no later than Thursday, December 6 at 5:00 pm. […]
The IDEAs (Inclusion/Diversity/Equity/Anti-Racism) Challenge is intended to spur reflection and discussion around issues of inclusion, diversity, and equity and to promote anti-racism on the Blackburn College campus. The Challenge was initiated and funded by […]
The Blackburn College employee handbook outlines the institution’s policies and procedures for faculty and staff, serving as a valuable resource for new hires and existing employees. Last Update: July 2023
2023-2024 Academic Year Find it on Blackburn’s event calendar or download it as PDF. Fall Semester 2023 Tuesday, August 1 On or before move-in day — tuition, room, board and […]
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 […]
Workshops This Fall, the Student Success Center will be hosting a variety of workshops and other programming for students to learn more about various success-related topics, including time management, test […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Welcome, Counselors! At Blackburn, we know school counselors play a big role in helping students take the next step in their academic adventure. Whether it’s spending time helping students find […]
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, […]
First Time International Student Admission Checklist Transfer International Student Admissions Checklist Affidavit of Financial Support International Financial Statement International Student Agreement Transfer Student Release Form
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 […]
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 […]
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 the position of Assistant Volleyball Coach. This position is a […]
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 […]
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 […]
Event to Highlight Blackburn’s Academic Music Program; Kicks off Performance Calendar for Year The Department of Music and Theatre at Blackburn College will present a Music Showcase “We’re Not in […]
Room Draw is coming! April 12 starting at 5:30 pm in DCC lobby. Time slots are in 10 minute increments based on your standing and what room you will be trying […]
SAVE THE DATE Homecoming 2022 — September 23, 24, & 25 Blackburn’s Homecoming weekend is a treasured time for our community to come together to reconnect with friends, reminisce about […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
A class reunion gives 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 years. […]
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 […]
BLACKBURN COLLEGE INVITES COMMUNITY TO JOIN ANNUAL VETERANS DAY CONVOCATION ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL will hold its annual Veterans Day Convocation on Friday, November 10, […]
Blackburn College students stand on stage holding electric candles during the induction ceremony for the Alpha Chi National Honors Society. Professor Karen Dillon stands behind the podium and microphone announcing […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
Individuals who would like to learn more about Blackburn’s new Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program are welcome to attend one of two free Zoom information sessions. Meet with Dr. […]
If you are interested in joining a new group to assess Latinx/Hispanic/Indigenous student needs and wants on campus, join Albert Cintron-Colon and Naomi Crummey for pizza and drinks in the […]
Join the new Director of Student Engagement, Logan Elliott, for a game night in his honor. Starting at 7pm on Saturday, September 17th in Jaenke Lobby. Let’s laugh and play […]
A Jazz Concert featuring the Adaron (Pops) Jackson Trio will help kick off the new year on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm in Bothwell Auditorium. An educator, musician […]
Please join us in Bothwell on Wednesday, November 9th at 5pm for the annual Honor Society Induction Ceremony, when we induct new members into Alpha Chi, Alpha Psi Omega, Lambda […]
Marketing is a dynamic field. It needs innovative people that can develop new products and market them in unique ways. There are growth opportunities for many different aspects in marketing […]
A second language is a lifelong skill that improves job prospects, increases salary, allows you to make new connections, and enhances quality of life. Spanish is the official language of […]
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Week of Welcome at Blackburn College LE 100 – for new Blackburn students LD 170 – for select returning Blackburn students
Blackburn’s Volleyball team faces off against new SLIAC member Mississippi University for Women in the featured matchup at 7:00 p.m. in Historic Dawes Gymnasium.
Featuring New Athletic Practice Facility – Join Blackburn’s Capital Campaign Manager Glen Krupica and contractor Norm Gillen at the future site of Blackburn’s newest athletic practice facility to discuss the […]
Concept image of the new Blackburn indoor Athletic Facility.
Join Student Life and Fresh Ideas to celebrate the grand opening of Buzz’s Hideout, Blackburn’s NEW gaming room located inside DCC. The ribbon cutting will kick off the party at […]
Blackburn College has been awarded a $250,000 two-year Teacher Residency Grant from the Illinois State Board of Education (IBSE) to help address the state’s teacher shortage. The funds will be […]
Announced on Opera Edwardsville’s website: Opera Edwardsville is proud to recognize the incredible talent and contribution of pianist Dr. Joseph Welch through the creation of a new role within the […]
Blackburn is seeking bid submissions for Phase 2 of the New Indoor Practice Facility, which includes site work, interior construction, electrical, plumbing, H.V.A.C., sprinkler, and more. A pre-bid meeting will […]
The Board of Trustees of Blackburn College has accepted the resignation of Dr. Mark Biermann as President of Blackburn College. Biermann will leave his position as President to focus on […]
The Blackburn College Alumni Board is in its fourth year of sponsoring Beautifcation Day. Read more about this unique on-campus event. We hope you will Come Back Home on Saturday, […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center on Saturday, February 24 at 7:00 pm for their Monthly Movie Night to watch “The Color Purple”! About The Color Purple: […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center on Sunday, March 24, at 7 pm for their Monthly Movie Night to watch “Mean Girls”! About Mean Girls (2024): “New […]
For more information on Blackburn College and ways to give, visit https://blackburn.edu/give.
This time-honored tradition recognizes outstanding alumni, their distinguished careers, and ongoing service to Blackburn College. Find inspiration in the stories and journeys of our fellow alumni. Join us for lunch […]
Homecoming is a great time to reconnect with your alma mater, friends, staff, and faculty. Retired Blackburn faculty and staff will join us to restore past connections and catch up […]
Due to the weather the Pride Bonfire will be postponed to October 20th. Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you all there next week. The time and […]
Double Instruction Period (DIPs) Schedule Spring 2023 (pdf) If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. […]
This time-honored tradition recognizes outstanding alumni, their distinguished careers, and ongoing service to Blackburn College. Find inspiration in the stories and journeys of our fellow alumni. Join us for lunch followed […]
Homecoming is a great time to reconnect with your alma mater, friends, staff, and faculty. Retired Blackburn faculty and staff will join us to restore past connections and catch up […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Jim Dahlquist, from The Illinois Auditor General’s Office is seeking to connect with students and faculty to discuss internship opportunities for the spring and summer 2024 semesters, as well as […]
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: PLATINUM BINGO! Join the Campus Activities Board at 7:00 pm in DCC on Saturday, December 02. Get ready to win big with […]
Blackburn College’s Double Instruction Period Schedule December 6 – December 9, 2023 All Double Instruction Periods are scheduled for the regular classroom. All final grades are due by 1:00 pm on […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
Join the Campus Activities Board in Jaenke Alumni Center for Milkshake Monday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm! This event will occur every Monday unless otherwise noted or the campus is […]
A second opportunity to audition for Blackburn’s Got Talent (on Feb. 10) will occur on Monday, Feb. 5. Sign up for an audition time and submit any needed items (for […]
Blackburn 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.”
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 […]
Double Instruction Period (DIPs) Schedule Spring 2024 (pdf) If your class meets on . . . Your final class meeting is At this time Monday @ 8:00 a.m. […]
Lions and tiger and bears, oh my! Let the evening begin with a wave of the Good Witch’s wand as the Hudson Quad transforms into a glamorous Emerald City in […]
The Office of Institutional Advancement is pleased to announce the 2022 Blackburn College Homecoming Court. Candidates must be senior designated by course credit and in good standing in both the […]
Hello everyone! I hope you are all doing well as the semester is closing and finals are approaching. Keep up the good work, you’re almost done! I just wanted to […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Presentation of the Colors provided by the American Legion Post at the 2019 Blackburn College Veterans Day Convocation
Blackburn Adjunct Professor of Art Odell Mitchell, Jr. was recently inducted into the Missouri Press Foundation’s Photojournalism Hall of Fame. Professor Mitchell worked as a photojournalist at the St. Louis […]
A gift, regardless of amount, is not just a contribution to Blackburn, but it honors our tradition of providing an affordable education with immeasurable student outcomes. Each gift enhances our […]
Creativity, expression, and artistic exploration thrive on our campus and play an important role in life at Blackburn. Many students bring their artistic gifts to campus and hone their skills […]
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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 […]
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 […]
CKI is a volunteer club on the collegiate level with clubs around the country that helps the community in areas of need, like at a food pantry or a pet […]
LAN Lounge is the computer club organization on campus that works to provide students with the opportunity to interact with the realms of technology, while also majorly connecting individuals through […]
Grants are gifts from federal, state, and/or college funds based on financial need. Everything starts with filing the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA). To file your FAFSA, please visit studentaid.gov. […]
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 […]
There is no other college or university in the United States quite like Blackburn College. Our unique campus culture is the byproduct of the purposeful melding of our nationally acclaimed […]
The Current Workforce Early Childhood Degree Program is designed for people employed in the early childhood field to receive academic training, financial resources, a supportive learning community, and a connection […]
Blackburn College 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 […]
We attract a certain kind of student. Inspired. Motivated. Proactive. Your relationship to Blackburn will be different than at any other school in the country. It’s intentional and foundational. It’s […]
Spanish Club is an informal group of people getting together once a month to have fun and get to know each other through their backgrounds. They try to provide a […]
“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...
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 […]
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 […]
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 is happy to provide information regarding voter registration to our students and encourages each campus community member to exercise their right to vote. Students needing to register to vote […]
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 […]
Spring 2024 Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as […]
Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]
Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]
Leadership positions opened internally Campus Maintenance provides the Blackburn community with general maintenance of campus buildings; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance; maintenance of campus utilities such as water and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Blackburn College Student Handbook B-Book 2022-2023
Blackburn College is more than just another four-year institution. It’s your head start on everything else that follows. From academics to campus life to friends and community—our purpose is to […]
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, […]
The Blackburn Fund is our cornerstone giving program. Gifts made to this fund enable us to adapt to changing circumstances by putting funds where they are most needed. This fund […]
Every action Blackburn takes to reduce the amount of energy it uses contributes to enhancing the College’s environmental sustainability. Most of the electricity produced in Illinois comes from coal-fired generating […]
The Blackburn College 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 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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Official Blackburn College transcripts are $2.00 per copy. There is no charge for unofficial transcripts. You may order by mail, fax or email, but we must have your signature to […]
Support Artistic Expression at Blackburn The Blackburn Fine Arts Boosters (BFAB) is a club dedicated to supporting artistic expression at the College. This support includes making financial investments through student […]
Fall 2023 The HVAC Crew provides necessary maintenance and repair services to the campus community. Job Description Essential job functions include: Qualifications Applications are due no later than Monday, October […]
Two Openings | Fall 2023 The Carpentry / Building Maintenance Crew provides a number of necessary services to the college community. Job Description Essential job functions include: Other general maintenance […]
Fall 2023 Job Description The Utilities Crew provides a number of necessary services to the campus community. Essential job functions include: Other general maintenance and grounds duties as assigned Qualifications […]
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 […]
At Blackburn College, we take the application process seriously for students as they embark on the next step in their educational journey. When we review your application, we understand that […]
Two Positions Job Description Responsibilities include: Qualifications Preference will be given to the following. To Apply Applications are due no later than Monday, December 4, at 6:00 am. Blackburn College […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 + […]
Student Senate is the body of elected student representatives that is the governing student body on campus. They are responsible for actively representing the needs, concerns, and ideas of the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Campus Community and Safety Mission Statement The Mission of Blackburn Campus Community and Safety is to promote a secure and safe learning, living, and working environment for Blackburn students, faculty, […]
Bible Study Club is a group where anyone can come to grow closer to God and other group members. This group is for people around campus that have the same […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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Blackburn Student Right to Know October 2022
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, […]
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 College and Illinois Weslyan Add Wrestling – from WIN’S USA Wrestling State Association Section in March 2023 issue
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 […]
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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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, […]
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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.
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 […]
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 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 […]
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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The Blackburn Music Showcase kicks off Music’s performance calendar for the year. It features highlights from each concert of the season. This year’s theme “We’re Not in Kansas Anymore” celebrates […]
Join us in celebrating Dr. Ren Draya at Blackburn College’s Demuzio Center in the A.D.R.s on Sunday, September 25, 2022. Breakfast and drinks served from 10am – 12pm. After 30-plus […]
Gift supports the growth of Blackburn and Beyond; a program for students with cognitive exceptionality to excel in independent living, academic and professional growth. Area State Farm agents recently presented […]
William “Bill” R. Link ‘72 has pledged $500,000 to Blackburn College to create the Elaine S. Link Endowed Professorship in Biology. This planned estate gift was established by Link to […]
Norwood Has Been a Key Member of the Admissions Team Since 2005 Blackburn College has named Justin Norwood Vice President for Inclusive Enrollment. In this leadership role, Norwood will provide […]
The Peoria, Illinois Native Earns Highest Honor Presented to a Senior Student at the Institution Montreal Thomas, a senior from Peoria, IL, has been named the 2022-2023 Student Marshal at […]
Series Features Free Performances for the Community and Professional-Level Workshops for Blackburn Students The Blackburn College Department of Music & Theatre announced that it will host its first annual Guest […]
Blackburn College Diversity Committee August 31 2022 Agenda
The Notable Beavers’ Speaker Series for 2022 will feature Dale Boyer ’83 (Friday, September 23) and Chuck Lyons ’79 (Saturday, September 24). Friday, September 23 Justin and the Magic Stone […]
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 […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
The Diversity Learning Circles program is an interactive topic discussion where participants from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together to learn from one another. Come join us during your […]
Blackburn College invites the community to celebrate its 2023 Homecoming & Family Weekend beginning September 29. This year’s beach-themed “Weekend at Barney’s” – named for Blackburn’s beloved beaver – will […]
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 […]
Help Celebrate with Exciting Events September 23-25 CARLINVILLE, IL — This fall, Blackburn College will once again celebrate Homecoming with its campus and the Carlinville community. The Wizard of Oz-themed […]
Miriam (Mim) Wali-Uddin, a senior Justice Administration major from Jacksonville, IL, has been selected to represent Blackburn College in the 48th Annual Lincoln Academy Laureates. Each year an outstanding senior […]
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. […]
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Interested in collaborating with our fall production? Please join us for auditions on Monday, September 26, in Bothwell Auditorium starting at 6:00PM. Our play – Almost, Maine – will rehearse […]
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 […]
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, […]
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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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
We are thrilled you are interested in Blackburn College’s SING YOUR SONG! SING YOUR SONG will take place June 20-24, 2022, from 9am to 3pm in Blackburn College’s beautiful Bothwell […]
The naming of the Student Marshal is a Blackburn College tradition that dates back to 1920 and is the highest honor that the faculty can bestow on a graduating senior, […]
Small class sizes and one-on-one teaching allows dedicated instructors to work alongside their students to maximize their education. There is a focus on strong foundation courses that are essential to […]
Theatre opens the way to a future in design, tech, performance, directing, playwriting or artistic administration. A degree in Theatre also is highly desirable in fields such as the film […]
Join Scott Dillard ’84 as he presents on how his career track has led him to live a life ‘in the space in between.’ Learn how these in-between spaces can […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Historically, a Salon was a gathering of people who came together to exchange and discuss intellectual and artistic ideas of the day. Fancy attire was worn, and tea and cakes […]
Area State Farm agents recently presented a $10,000 donation to support Blackburn College’s “Leadership Development for Emerging Leaders” program. This program is designed to help create strong leaders who provide […]
Blackburn College Alumni Join Together with Students, Faculty and Staff to Enhance the Beautiful 80-Acre Campus Each Year For more than a century, being a Blackburn student has meant more […]
Blackburn 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 […]
Funds Will Enhance Experiential Art Opportunities for Students Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, has received a $10,000 gift from the Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation. The generous gift will […]
Blackburn College has named Kim Camara-Harvey as Athletic Director. Serving as a key member and advisor on the President’s leadership team, Camara-Harvey will provide vision, leadership, and direction for all […]
DIPS Schedule December 2022
Your residence hall was your home away from home during your college years. Your room was the place you decked out with memories from home, plastered posters on the walls, […]
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 […]
The Notable Beavers’ Speaker Series for 2022 will feature Dale Boyer ’83 (Friday, September 23) and Chuck Lyons ’79 (Saturday, September 24). Saturday, September 24 The Assassination and Grand Funeral […]
The Campus Activities Board will be taking a group of students to Six Flags St. Louis on Saturday, October 22nd for a full day at Fright Fest and its other […]
Join the Campus Activities Board this Saturday, December 3rd, for a Gingerbread House Building\Decorating Competition! This competition will occur in DCC at 4 pm; each team will be given a […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Your residence hall was your home away from home during your college years. Your room was the place you decked out with memories from home, plastered posters on the walls, […]
Your residence hall was your home away from home during your college years. Your room was the place you decked out with memories from home, plastered posters on the walls, […]
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 […]
While pollinator populations have been in decline around the world, Blackburn College has been demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the habitat, spreading awareness, and ensuring these species have what is […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Did you graduate around 1972 or earlier? If so, we salute you and are so happy to have you back on campus! Be sure to join us for the Nifty […]
formerly Nifty 50s Luncheon – Did you graduate around 1973 or earlier? If so, we salute you and are so happy to have you back on campus! Be sure to […]