LOCATION
Richard Bland College
11301 Johnson Road
Academic Inovation Center
South Prince George, VA 23805
Presenters
CONTACT INFORMATION
Spring 2026 New Student Orientation
Description
🎓 New Student Orientation at Richard Bland College
Welcome to Richard Bland College! New Student Orientation is your first big step into college life, and we’ve designed the day to help you feel confident, supported, and ready for success. You’ll get important information, meet the people who will support you, and take care of key steps before classes begin.
📅 Schedule Overview
🕘 Optional Morning Move-In and Taking Care of Business (Begins at 8:30 a.m.) This portion of the day is optional but recommended. From 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., you may:
- Check in for orientation
- Take your student ID photo
- Meet with Financial Aid, Student Accounts Advising, and other support offices
- Work with Residence Life and move into your room once items are complete
- Receive help setting up your RBC email and technology access
- Students who prefer can arrive just for the afternoon program
- Enjoy a free lunch!
🎤 Orientation Program Begins at 12:45 p.m.All students and supporters will attend one combined track this year.
- Your Investment Matters - Financial Aid and Business Office, Learn how aid works, payment timelines, SAP, and how to stay financially prepared.
- Technology Session - IT Essentials Set up your RBC email, MFA, and Canvas access.
- Student Success Session - Meet your success coaches and learn academic expectations, tutoring resources, and how to read your schedule.
💡 What to Expect: During orientation, you’ll interact with helpful staff and departments who are here to support you, including:
- Financial Aid and the Business Office
- Residence Life and Campus Safety
- Student Success and Academic Support
- Campus Technology
- Disability Services
- Academic Advising
- Virginia In-State Tuition / Domicile
- Student ID and Housing Support
You’ll learn how to use campus systems, understand academic expectations, and connect with the resources that will help you thrive at RBC.
We look forward to welcoming you to the RBC community and helping you start strong!
Questions & Answers
Orientation is designed to help new students transition to college life, connect with resources, and take care of any remaining tasks, such as setting up accounts or speaking with campus offices
Attending Orientation is highly encouraged to ensure you are fully prepared for the start of your journey at Richard Bland College.
Yes, family members are welcome to attend and participate in activities designed to help them understand the resources and support available to students.
We recommend arriving early, starting at 9 a.m., to take care of unfinished business like class registration paying bills or setting up your student accounts. The official program begins at 10:30 a.m.
The main Orientation program runs from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a free lunch at 1 p.m. You may stay after lunch to finalize any unfinished tasks.
Bring a government-issued photo ID for your student ID card, any documents you still need to submit to Financial Aid or other offices, and a pen or notebook for taking notes.
Yes, a free lunch will be served at 1 p.m. during the Orientation day.
Free parking will be available on campus. Look for signage directing you to the designated parking areas for Orientation.
Yes, the Disability Services office will be available during Orientation. Please contact us in advance if you require specific accommodations.
Yes, Orientation includes time to address unresolved matters such as financial aid, student accounts, or housing.
Class schedules should be finalized before Orientation. However, advisors will be available to answer questions or make adjustments if needed.
Check your email regularly for updates and any last-minute changes to the Orientation schedule.
These questions cover key areas families may be concerned about, providing clarity and setting expectations for the event.
