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.
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High school faculty are paired with a mentor teacher at RBC to ensure academic rigor
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Ensure an exceptional learning experience for students
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Sparks their passion for learning
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Promotes academic achievement and motivation
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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
What’s it for RBC?
New Markets
• Guaranteed Admissions with 3.0 GPA in 6 hours
• Prospect Information
• Brand Awareness
Seamless Pathways
• Transfer Agreements
• Honors Program
• W&M Co-Enrollment