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Grateful Gatherings

Residence Halls

Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with "Grateful Gatherings," a heartfelt event where residents come together to share a meal, express gratitude, and connect with one another. Whether you’re far from home or just looking to enjoy the holiday with your community, this event offers a warm and welcoming space for all. Join us for an […]

Level Up: Career Readiness Workshop

Academic Innovation Center (AIC) Room 207

This workshop presented by The Department of Student Success and Back on Track, is designed for any students looking to upgrade their career readiness. In this workshop, you’ll move through hands-on stations that will help you prepare to enter the professional workforce, including career assessments, resume building, how to dress for success, and mock interviews.

3 2 1 Fashion!

Ernst Auditorium

Step into the past with "321 Fashion," an engaging event that takes you on a stylish journey through different eras of fashion. Discover how trends from the past have influenced today's looks and learn about the cultural and historical significance behind each era's iconic styles. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or just curious, this event […]

Guest Artist Lecture- Liam Corcoran

Ernst Auditorium

Please join RBC's Art Department for the first Guest Artist Lecture to be given by Liam Corcoran at 5pm on Nov. 14th. Liam Corcoran is an artist who lives in Richmond, VA and teaches at The College of William and Mary. Liam's paintings explore his "obsession by the idea of metamorphoses in a visual and […]

4th & Inches Flag Football Tournament

Soccer Practice Field

Coed Flag Football Tournament - This event will promote physical health, community-building, and teamwork through friendly, competitive coed flag football. Open to the entire campus community, the fall and spring tournaments will encourage students to stay active while fostering collaboration and camaraderie.

Transgender Day Remembrance Service

Ernst Auditorium

On November 20th, join us for a brief service/vigil discussing the importance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance for the LGBTQ+ community, wear transgender pins to show solidarity (which will be available at a table in the library), and join us for a Campus Wide moment of silence @ 1:30pm

Board Games @ the Library

Library

Come to the library to play some games from our collection, including Apples to Apples, Bananagrams, and Risk! If you have a board game (that takes less than an hour to play) you want to play with others, feel free to bring it, and be prepared to explain the rules!

Agriculture Club Bake Sale

Library

The agriculture club would like raise funds for various items such as gardening supplies

Yoga and Meditation: Mind-Body Wellness

Academic Innovation Center Room A 229

Join us for a transformative session combining gentle yoga and meditation practices designed specifically for college students. This event offers a perfect balance of physical movement and mental relaxation to help you manage academic stress and enhance your overall well-being.

Clock Tea

Freedom Hall

Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering where you can share your experiences from the first semester of the new college year. Whether you're facing challenges, celebrating successes, or just need to vent, this is a safe space where you can connect with others who understand. Together, we'll build a sense of community, offer […]

Trivia Night at the Library

Trivia Night at the Library

Library

Join us in the library on the first Wednesday of every month to compete in a 5-round game of trivia! Think you’ve got what it takes to win the prize? Form a team with up to three of your friends and put your knowledge to the test. Check the library’s circulation desk for the game’s […]

Cocoa, Cookies, Cards

Library

Join us for a cozy and creative gathering where you can enjoy cookies and cocoa while making holiday cards. It's the perfect way to get into the festive spirit, relax with friends, and spread some holiday cheer!

Big Bland Bonfire

Residence Halls

The Bland Bonfire is a lively outdoor event designed to bring college students together for an evening of fun, relaxtion, and community bonding

Kickback

Academic Innovation Center

New Year, New memories lets make it count #2025startshere full good vibes, making boards

Pass the aux battle of the Djs

Parson's Café

Get ready for an unforgettable night at Pass the aux battle of the Djs edition at richard bland college this interactive party event lets students go head to head in a thrilling battle to determine who has the best aux.

Super Bowl LIX Bash

Residence Halls

Join us for the super bowl bash a fun-filled event for student workers! watch the big game, enjoy snacks, and connect with fellow students in a relaxed, lively atmosphere.

Fill Your Heart Up

Freedom Hall Bonfire Pit

Fill your heart valentines event is a fun interactive celebration designed for college students to connect promote self love and engage in creative activities.

Love & Basketball Movie Showing

Statesman Hall

Join us for a night of romance, basketball and fun. Come watch the hit movie "Love and Basketball"—a heartfelt and inspiring story.

Activity Hour

Parson's Café

Come enjoy themed activities for campus experience, and for students to take a break for the day

Girl Talk

McNeer Hall

Girl talk is a transformative event designed to create a supportive, welcoming environment where girls can openly share their thoughts, dreams, and challenges.

Barbershop Talks

Ernst Hall

A free event where community comes together for great conversations, free haircut and delicious food. It's a space for Black and Brown men to share, connect and be inspired.

Chat & Chew

Barn Theatre

Come and join a fun time at RBC in the Barn theatre.

Was It Planned

Ernst Hall

Join us for "was it planned" an informative event that explores the realities of planned and unplanned pregnancies

The Cookout

RBC BARN

This is a time for students to come and have fun while also learning about Black history.

Dance Central Night

Patriot Hall Lobby

Dance Central night will be a time where ALL students are welcome to play each other in groups. Whichever team has the most wicked moves they will win!

Board Games at the Library

Library

Come to the library to play some games from our collection, including Codenames, Catan and Apples to Apples! If you have a board game you want to play (that lasts a reasonable amount of time), please bring it and be prepared to explain the rules.

Library Arts & Crafts: Collages

Library

Need to take a study break? Come to the Library on Tuesday, March 20th from 5:30 - 7:30 to make a collage!

Retro Video Game Night at the Library

Library

Do you miss the days of split screen multiplayer or just want to play a classic game you can't find on newer consoles anymore? Come to the Library's gaming lounge on Tuesday the 25th! We will have classic PS2 and Xbox 360 games for you and your friends to play on the TVs

Transfer Visit

Library

Interested in transferring to Shenandoah University? Come out to learn about SU and transferring there!

Board Games at the Library

Library

Come to the library to play some games from our collection, including Codenames, Catan and Apples to Apples! If you have a board game you want to play (that lasts a reasonable amount of time) please bring it and be prepared to explain the rules.

Academic Award Ceremony

RBC BARN

Join us in honoring exceptional faculty, students and scholarship recipients.