Richard Bland CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Trade School in South Prince George, VA. Operating on a semester system.

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South Prince George, VA
3K+ students
@rbc.edu
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Total Enrollment

Trade School

Institution Type

3

Housing Buildings

500

Housing Capacity

Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Richard Bland College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
11
Local details
12

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

12 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter 2026-27
  3. Spring 2027
  4. Summer 2027 Session 1
  5. Summer 2027 Session 3
  6. Summer 2027 Session 2
  7. Fall 2027
  8. Winter 2027-28
  9. Spring 2028
  10. Summer 2028 Session 1
  11. Summer 2028 Session 3
  12. Summer 2028 Session 2

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Campus language

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11 terms

B

BSU
Black Student Union, an organization focused on the interests and culture of Black students.

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student-led group that organizes campus events and entertainment.
Commerce
Commerce Hall, one of the three apartment-style residence halls for students.

F

Freedom
Freedom Hall, one of the three main residential apartment buildings on campus.

P

Parsons
Parsons' Café, a dining spot known for coffee, sandwiches, and quick snacks.
Patriot
Patriot Hall, a residential apartment building located within the student housing complex.
PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year college students.

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the official representative body for the student voice.
Statesmen
The official mascot and the collective term used to refer to the student body.

T

The Bland
A common shorthand nickname for Richard Bland College used by students and locals.
The Grill
The Statesman Grill, the primary dining location found in the Commons.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

12 details
Banner
The online student information system used for course registration and viewing grades.
Canvas
The learning management system where students access course syllabi and submit assignments.
Ernst
Ernst Hall, which houses the campus auditorium and fine arts classrooms.
Maze
Maze Hall, the main administrative building containing Admissions and Financial Aid offices.
McNeer
McNeer Hall, the campus hub for science, technology, and laboratory-based courses.
Pecile
The Pecile Library, the primary location for research, tutoring, and quiet study.
SSHE
The Social Science, Humanities, and English building, where many general education classes are held.
Statesman Card
The official student ID card used for meal plans, building access, and library checkouts.
The Grove
The collective name for the residential area where the three apartment halls are located.
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The Barracks
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The Joust
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Valor Dining Hall

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 24, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in South Prince George for Richard Bland College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in South Prince George.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,150

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

20,000

City Transportation

Walkability

35

Bikeability

40

Public Transit

Limited regional bus service from Petersburg/Richmond; local area primarily car-dependent

Nearest Airports

Richmond International Airport (RIC)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

57°F

Avg Snowfall

8 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Student Parking (McNeer)

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Located near McNeer Hall

Student Village Parking

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Reserved for residential students

Faculty & Staff Parking (Maze Hall)

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Located near the Administration building

Campus News

Latest updates from Richard Bland College

RBC Foundation Awarded $250,000 Match Grant for Student Basic Needs Center

The Richard Bland College Foundation received a matching grant from the Mary Morton Parsons Foundation to support the creation of a Student Basic Needs Center (SBNC).

Oct 29, 2026

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Comer Named Runner of the Year Following Region 10 Cross Country Championship

RBC student-athletes earned top honors at the NJCAA Region 10 Cross Country Championships, with several named to the All-Region teams.

Oct 31, 2026

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Interim President Alexander Highlights vision in State of the College Address

Dr. Kenneth Alexander shared accomplishments from the past academic year and detailed plans for workforce innovation and student success.

Aug 26, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Richard Bland College

Men's Basketball vs Roane State Community College

November 6, 2026

Statesman Hall

Richard Bland College Statesmen compete against Roane State Community College.

Find Your Fit at RBC: Fall Open House

November 7, 2026

Campus-wide

An à la carte open house experience for prospective students to explore campus, meet faculty, and learn about academic programs and student life.

Men's Basketball vs Walters State Community College

November 7, 2026

Statesman Hall

Richard Bland College Statesmen compete against Walters State Community College.

Men's Basketball vs Cleveland Community College

November 8, 2026

Statesman Hall

Richard Bland College Statesmen compete against Cleveland Community College.

Mental Health Monday: Wreath Decorations

November 16, 2026

Student Engagement Center

A creative activity for students to design wreaths and practice mindfulness in a stress-free environment.

Battle of the Halls: Game Night

November 19, 2026

Freedom Lobby, 29000 Carson Drive

Residence halls compete in various games and challenges to build community and show hall pride.

Mental Health Monday: Ornament Decorating

November 30, 2026

Library

A relaxing end-of-semester activity where students can design holiday ornaments and prioritize wellness.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Richard Bland College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Commerce Hall

Room types: dormitory style

Freedom Hall

Room types: apartment style

Patriot Hall

Room types: apartment style

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@rbc.edu

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