Mission To prepare students for university transfer through rigorous programs grounded in the liberal arts tradition of William & Mary and to expand access to college credentials through strategic partnerships, specialized programming, and scalable innovation

iDE@RBC iDE@RBC or Individualized Dual Enrollment at Richard Bland College (RBC) is a dual credit program delivered on location at high schools throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. High school faculty are paired with a mentor teacher at RBC to ensure academic rigor Ensure an exceptional learning experience for students Sparks their passion for learning Promotes academic achievement and motivation Fosters a “community of practice” among high school and college faculty to promote linkages between postsecondary and secondary educators

Faculty Credentialing General rule : Master’s Degree & 18 Content Area Credit Hours Subject Matter Expert

Faculty Collaboration School Faculty become RBC Adjunct Instructor (access to the same resources) Course Syllabi Must Match On-Campus Courses (RBC Syllabus Template) Same Learning Outcomes Guest Lecturers Professional Development Opportunities    

Outcomes Create a college going culture Exposes young students & parents to college knowledge Exposes students to opportunities at RBC Lab Day and Guest Lectures

Rationale New Markets Seamless Pathways What’s it for RBC? Guaranteed Admissions with 3.0 GPA in 6 hours Prospect Information Brand Awareness Seamless Pathways Transfer Agreements Honors Program W&M Co-Enrollment