Blackburn College

08/29/2026

A new semester means a fresh start and plenty of goals. 🎯

We asked students what they’re hoping to accomplish this semester. Here’s what they’re working towards!

08/28/2026

Home games are back!🏆

From soccer and volleyball to cross country and women’s golf, there are plenty of chances to cheer on the Beavers right here on campus this fall.

Save the dates, grab your friends, and come support Blackburn Athletics!

08/26/2026

Want to keep up with everything happening at Blackburn? 👀

There’s more than one Blackburn account to follow! From student life and admissions to music and everything in between, these pages are your best way to stay in the loop.

Save this post, hit that follow button, and make sure you’re not missing what’s happening on campus.

08/25/2026

Blackburn is growing!

Overall enrollment has increased 39% since 2024, marking our third consecutive year of enrollment growth. And this fall, our incoming first-year class is up 13% from last year.

So, what’s behind the growth? More students and families are discovering what makes Blackburn different: a personalized education, four years of meaningful work experience, and an affordable path to a college degree.

This year’s incoming class also represents 21 states, with 36% of students being first-generation college students and 40% representing racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.

The word is spreading about the Blackburn difference. And we’re just getting started 🦫

Read more: https://blackburn.edu/blackburn-college-marks-third-consecutive-year-of-enrollment-growth/

08/21/2026

Meet the humans behind the coffee!

Earlier today, you met Botrista, our robot barista. Now meet the humans 🤖➡️👩‍🍳

Meet Paige & Khloee, two experienced baristas who we may or may not have stolen 👀 They’re one week into their new adventure at Blackburn, and we’re excited to have them behind the counter.

Stop by, grab a drink, and say hi!

08/21/2026

POV: your barista is a robot 🤖☕️

Meet Botrista, the newest member of the coffee shop crew! Watch it work its magic and make one of the drinks from its menu.

Check out the menu to see what Botrista can make for you!

08/20/2026

🚨🛣️ 12 DAYS UNTIL THE NEXT EXIT! 🛣️🚨

The countdown is on! September 1 is just 12 days away, and if you’re planning to make the road trip back to Blackburn for Homecoming & Family Weekend, there are a few important deadlines you don’t want to miss.

🎁 Homecoming Box OR Commemorative Tee — September 1
Only 9 boxes remain! Get yours while supplies last and receive this year’s commemorative Homecoming T-shirt plus a few road-trip surprises we’re keeping under wraps. 🤫

🍻 SCENIC ROUTE CRAWL — September 1
Want to guarantee your Scenic Route Crawl T-shirt? Register by September 1! Your registration also gets you on the Blackburn shuttle as you make your way along the Scenic Route.

⛳ B-CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT — ONLY 3 TEAM SPOTS REMAIN!
Get your foursome together and tee off Homecoming Weekend on Friday, September 25, at Carlinville Country Club. Once those three spots are gone, the road is closed!

🚗 COMING HOME? REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE!
Even if you’re still deciding which events you’ll attend, let us know you’re making the trip. We want to be ready to welcome you home!

📅 Homecoming & Family Weekend
September 25–27, 2026
🛣️ A Blackburn Road Trip: Where All Roads Lead Back to Blackburn

12 days. Three important deadlines. One road home.

👉 Get registered and check out all the details at
www.blackburn.edu/homecoming

08/19/2026

A sweet evening at McKinley House! 🍰

Our freshman class gathered at the President’s House for Dessert with the President, enjoying some sweet treats, drinks, and time to get to know President Lee and one another a little better.

Just one more way to kick off the new school year and make Blackburn feel like home. 🦫

08/19/2026

Meet North Garden!

We’ve added a new outdoor space to campus, and it’s ready for students to make it their own.

With plenty of seating, fire pits, and space to spread out, North Garden is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal outside, play a game, gather around the fire, or just hang out with friends 🔥

08/19/2026

The town we call home is a finalist, and it's the only town in Illinois to make the top 25, too! ❤

Carlinville was nominated for Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Towns Contest, a nationwide search for communities that bring the heart, wonder and joy of the holiday season to life. The winning town will have the opportunity to serve as the filming location for a future Hallmark holiday movie! 🎄⛄🎁

Through September 4, anyone 18+ in the U.S. can vote for Carlinville as the winner once per day, every day.

VOTE: https://merriestchristmastownscontest.hallmarkchannel.com/vote/06

📣We have some VERY exciting news to share, Carlinville!
Carlinville was nominated for Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Towns Contest, a nationwide search for communities that bring the heart, wonder and joy of the holiday season to life.
‼ AND CARLINVILLE WAS OFFICIALLY SELECTED AS ONE OF THE TOP 25 FINALISTS!!! ‼
Now, we need your help to win the whole thing!!!
Beginning TODAY through September 4, anyone 18+ in the U.S. can vote for Carlinville as the winner once per day, every day.
Besides the elite title as Hallmark's Merriest Christmas Town, the winning town will have the opportunity to serve as the filming location for a future Hallmark holiday movie! 🎬🎄
People have been saying for years that Carlinville feels like something straight out of a Hallmark movie. Now we have the chance to show the world why!
Let’s show Hallmark just how much Christmas spirit can fit into one little town. ❤️
🎄 Select Carlinville today
🎄 Come back and do it again tomorrow
🎄 Keep going every day through September 4
🎄 Share this and help us spread the word!
VOTE NOW: https://merriestchristmastownscontest.hallmarkchannel.com/vote/06
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