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    The B3 Institute at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley facilitates the process through which the university becomes a bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate institution.

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    The B3 Institute at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley facilitates the process through which the university becomes a bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate institution.

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    Student Resources

    The B3 Institute at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley facilitates the process through which the university becomes a bilingual, bicultural, and biliterate institution.

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BBE Medal

Bilingual & Biliterate Excellence Certificate and Medal 

Goal 

The goal of the Bilingual and Biliterate Excellence Certificate and Medal sponsored by the Texas Association for Bilingual Education (TABE) is to celebrate and recognize undergraduate and graduate students who have unlocked the power of bilingualism and biliteracy to bridge knowledge gaps, challenge perspectives, and shape a more interconnected world. 

Eligibility 

The BBE Certificate and Medal program is open to all undergraduate and graduate students who demonstrate exemplary bilingual and biliteracy skills in any two languages. 

Requirements 

Students must demonstrate bilingual and biliterate excellence in three areas:  

  • Academic Achievement 
  • Leadership and Advocacy 
  • Career and Profession 

How to Apply 

  • After applying for graduation, students may submit a short application form.  
  • The BBE is awarded upon graduation. 

Certificate & Medal 

  • After the submission has been reviewed, BBE recipients will receive a link to order the BBE medal at their own expense ($10.00 plus service fee). 
  • All BBE recipients will receive digital certificates in Spanish and English. 

Learn more about the TABE Trajectories. 

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