STUDENT MANUAL

STUDENT
MANUAL

University of Cebu | January 2023 Edition

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PREFACE
Beloved students, welcome to the University of Cebu!

The University of Cebu is the fastest growing University, if not, the most
dynamic amongst all universities in the City of Cebu. Previously known as the
Cebu College of Commerce when it opened in 1964, it became the Cebu Central
Colleges in 1972 and, finally, became University of Cebu in 1992 as a testament
of its desire to provide the best and affordable education to the majority.

UC shall indeed work towards giving you the best education. However, you
are delegated part of the task in your ability to give importance to your studies
and assignments and in your willingness and enthusiasm to participate in both
curricular and co-curricular activities. UC hopes that you would give yourself
generously to the rigors of daily classroom work and the challenges of learning.
While “SUCCESS” needs “UC” to be spelled, it can never be complete without
“U.”

This Student Manual is your brief introduction to the world of UC. Go

through its pages and understand its contents. Initially, this may just be a
script, but eventually, you will realize that this is after all “the way of life and a
way of journeying in this University.”

We hope that your stay in the University of Cebu will be meaningful and
memorable!

ATTY. AUGUSTO GO MS. CANDICE GOTIANUY

President Chancellor
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................... 1
A. OUR VISION .................................................................................. 2
B. OUR MISSION ............................................................................... 2
C. OUR GOALS .................................................................................. 2
D. OUR GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES ...................................................... 3
E. OUR CORE VALUES ....................................................................... 4
1. Innovation
2. Camaraderie
3. Alignment
4. Respect
5. Excellence
F. OUR HYMN ……………………………………………………………………………... 4
G. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT ………………………………………………….. 5
1. Innovation
2. Camaraderie
3. Alignment
4. Respect
5. Excellence
H. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART ............................................................ 6
I. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ............................................................... 7
1. College of Arts
2. College of Business and Accountancy
3. College of Criminology
4. College of Computer Engineering
5. College of Information and Computer Studies
6. College of Customs Administration
7. College of Engineering
8. College of Education
9. College of Hospitality Management
10. College of Maritime Education
11. College of Nursing
12. College of Tourism
13. College of Medical Technology
14. School of Midwifery
15. School of Law
16. School of Medicine
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17. Graduate School

J. STUDENT SERVICES ........................................................................... 10
1. Accounting Department
2. Athletics Department
3. Building Administration
4. Campus Ministry
5. Civil Security Unit
6. Community Awareness, Relations and Extension Services
7. Information Resource and Technology Advancement Center
8. Guidance and Counseling Services
9. Instructional Media Services
10. Library and Electronic Resource Services
11. Medical and Dental Services
12. Registrar’s Office
13. Shipboard Training Service
14. Student Affairs Office
15. Student Cultural Services
16. Scholarship Office
17. University Research Center

ACADEMIC POLICIES ............................................. 13

A. ADMISSION AND RETENTION ...................................................... 14
1. New Students
2. Transfer Students
3. Returnee Students
4. Shifting Students
5. Aliens, Naturalized Filipinos, and Student with Foreign
Names
6. Foreign Students
7. Special Students
8. Graduate Students
9. Retention Criteria
10. Specific Policies
B. ENROLLMENT AND WITHDRAWAL OR TRANSFER .............................. 19
1. Withdrawal from Subjects and Program
2. Dropping from Class
3. Certificate of Transfer Credential
4. Cross Enrollment
5. Summer Study in Another School
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C. ISSUANCE OF RECORDS AND RECORD KEEPING .......................... 21

1. Issuance of Student’s Academic Records
2. Issuance of Subsequent Copy of Diploma
3. Issuance of Student’s Academic Records, Diploma, etc. to
Proxy
4. Issuance of Study Load, Grade Slip, Evaluation Sheet,
Application for Graduation, and Clearance
5. Withdrawal of Enrollment
6. Evaluation or Accreditation of Records
7. Changing or Correction of Grades
8. Load Revision
9. Record Keeping
D. CURRICULAR AND NON-CURRICULAR ACADEMIC
REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................... 23
1. Study Load
2. Overload
3. Sequence of Subjects
4. National Service Training Program
5. Physical Education
6. Post-Secondary Course
7. Absences from Class
E. CLASSROOM PROCEDURE ............................................................ 24
1. Beadle
2. Tardiness
3. Cut System
4. Consultation Hour
F. EXAMINATIONS AND GRADING SYSTEM ...................................... 25
1. Grade Point Average
2. Dean’s List
3. Grades
4. Grading System
G. GRADUATION .............................................................................. 27
1. Application for Graduation
2. Clearance
H. CRITERIA FOR THE SELECTION OF HONOR GRADUATES .............. 28
1. Requirements
2. Honors Committee
3. Selection Process
4. Effectiveness
I. FEES AND PAYMENTS ................................................................... 31
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1. Installment
2. Discount on Cash Payment
3. Charging of Fees for Withdrawal or Transfer
4. Non-Payment of Accounts
5. Tuition
J. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID .................................................. 32
1. Academic Scholarship
2. Athletics Scholarship
3. Scholarship for Campus Ministry Choir, SAO Volunteers,
Student Organization Leaders, Guidance Peer Facilitators,
Student Publication Members, and National Service
Training Program
4. Cultural Scholarship
5. Working Scholarship
6. University’s Prerogative

GENERAL POLICIES & STUDENT SERVICES ............. 35

A. USE OF UNIVERSITY INSIGNIA, LOGO, AND NAME ...................... 36
B. RESPECT FOR FLAGS, ANTHEMS, AND COLORS ........................... 36
C. USE OF THE UNIVERSITY AS MAILING ADDRESS FOR
COMMUNICATIONS OF STUDENTS .................................................... 36
D. USE OF OFFICE TELEPHONE ......................................................... 36
E. USE OF BULLETIN BOARD ........................................................... 36
1. Rules on Usage
F. USE OF SCHOOL SPORTS FACILITIES AND CONDUCT OF SPORTS
ACTIVITIES ......................................................................................... 37
G. INTER-PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS ..................................................... 38
H. PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL FUNCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES ........... 38
I. RELIGIOUS DISCUSSIONS, RITES, AND CELEBRATIONS ................ 38
1. General Provisions
2. Retreats and Recollections
J. STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS ................................................................ 39
1. Kinds of Student Organizations
2. Accreditation
3. Officers
4. Funds and Disbursements
5. Student Organization Activities
6. Faculty Adviser/Consultant
7. Discipline
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K. HOLDING OF STUDENT-RELATED ACTIVITIES ..................................... 46

1. Activity Permit
2. Nature of Activities
L. OFF-CAMPUS ACTIVITIES ………………………………………………………… 49
1. General Provisions
2. Procedure Before the Activity
3. Procedure During the Activity
4. Procedure After the Activity
M. LIBRARY SERVICES ............................................................................. 53
1. Library Hours
2. General Rules
3. Use of School ID in Library
4. Control Procedure
5. Borrowing of Library Materials
6. Fines and Penalties
7. Video Tapes
8. Internet
N. MEDICAL-DENTAL SERVICES .............................................................. 57
1. Medical Service
2. Dental Service
O. GUIDANCE SERVICES ......................................................................... 59
1. Counseling Service
2. Follow-Up Service
3. Information Service
4. Orientation Service
5. Student Inventory
6. Appraisal Service
7. Consultation Service
8. Peer Facilitating Program

STUDENT APPEARANCE & DISCIPLINE................... 61

A. SCHOOL UNIFORM ............................................................................ 62
1. Use of Uniform
2. Prohibited or Improper Attire
3. Uniform Exemption
B. HAIRCUT, LENGTH, STYLE, AND COLOR ....................................... 64
1. Prescribed Hair
2. Improper Hair
3. Refusal of Entry
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C. SCHOOL IDENTIFICATION CARD (ID) .................................................. 64

1. Non-Wearing of School ID
2. Prohibited Acts
3. Replacement of Lost School ID
D. EARRINGS AND BODY PIERCING .................................................. 65
E. STUDENT DISCIPLINE AND OFFENSES ................................................ 66
1. Light Offenses
2. Serious Offenses Inside the Campus
3. Serious Offenses Outside the Campus
F. PROCEDURE IN DISCIPLINARY INVESTIGATION .................................. 77
1. Who may File
2. Contents
3. Where to File
4. Investigating Officer
5. Notice of Investigation
6. Preventive Suspension
7. Written Answer
8. Waiver
9. Student Disciplinary Committee
10. Conference/Hearing
11. Summary Judgment
12. Judgment based on Position Papers
13. Judgment after Further Investigation
14. Case Resolution
15. Appeal or Motion for Reconsideration
16. Copy of Decision
G. DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS ................................................................. 81
1. Light Sanctions
2. Serious Sanctions
3. Common Sanctions

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS .............................. 83

A. POLICY AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT ............................................ 84
1. Scope
2. Possible Offender
4. Circumstances
5. Forms
6. Procedure

B. POLICY ON SAFE SPACES ACT …………………………………………………………..87

C. POLICY ON FRATERNITIES, SORORITIES, AND HAZING ........................ 90
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1. General Provisions
2. Registration
3. Proper Conduct of Organization
4. Conduct of Participation
5. Prohibited Acts
6. Hazing
7. Conduct of Initiation Rite
8. Disciplinary Sanctions for Hazing
D. POLICY ON GENDER SENSITIVITY ................................................. 97
1. Purpose and Rules
E. OTHER EXISTING RULES AND REGULATIONS ............................... 97
F. CONCLUSION ................................................................................ 98

APPENDICES ..................................................... 99
A. DRUG TESTING FOR TERTIARY STUDENTS .................................... 100
B. UNIVERSITY HISTORY ................................................................... 109

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ...................................... 143

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INTRODUCTION
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A. OUR VISION
Democratize quality education.
Be the visionary and industry leader.
Give hope and transform lives.

B. OUR MISSION
The University offers affordable and quality education responsive to the
demands of local and international communities. The University commits to:

1. serve as an active catalyst in providing efficient and effective delivery

of educational services;

2. pursue excellence in instruction, research, and community service

towards social and economic development as well as environmental
sustainability;

3. acquire, disseminate, and utilize appropriate technology to enhance

the University’s educational services; and

4. foster an organizational culture that nurtures employee productivity

and engagement.

C. OUR GOALS
1. To offer programs to include alternative learning systems or non-
conventional programs that are relevant and compliant with
institutional, regulatory, industry, and accreditation standards that will
develop life-long learners;

2. To develop social awareness, responsibility, and accountability among

stakeholders anchored on instruction, research, and production;

3. To complement the academic programs with holistic and integrated

student services;

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4. To develop a pool of qualified, professional, and motivated faculty in

the areas of instruction, research, and community extension;

5. To ensure effective administration and supervision of instructional and

learning resources in support of the academic programs;

6. To provide an environment that is safe, functional, and conducive to

teaching, learning, and working; and

7. To ensure collaborative, sustainable, efficient, and effective

operations in meeting the needs of the institution and its
stakeholders.

D. OUR GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

The University graduates are:

1. LIFE-LONG LEARNERS. They demonstrate skills and competencies in

one’s educational level and field of discipline towards lifelong learning.

2. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATORS. They exhibit proficiency in listening,

speaking, writing, reading, and viewing.

3. SOCIALLY ACCOUNTABLE AND RESPONSIBLE. They demonstrate social

accountability and responsibility towards the community and the
environment.

4. TEAM PLAYERS. They exhibit proactive and collaborative attributes in

a diverse society.

5. TECHNICALLY COMPETENT. They utilize appropriate technology.

6. ETHICALLY RESPONSIBLE. They manifest ethical behavior in diverse

situations.

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E. OUR CORE VALUES

The University believes in these core values:

1. INNOVATION. Be the visionary and industry leader.

2. CAMARADERIE. Living in the spirit of harmony and approachability.

3. ALIGNMENT. All activities are geared towards core values and

priorities.

4. RESPECT. Always a professional, mindful of God, University,

community and self.

5. EXCELLENCE. To be great at whatever it is we do and go for the best.

F. OUR HYMN
‘Mid these fair Visayan isles,
‘Neath these azure blue skies,
Stands UC, our beloved,
Lofty in all her glory.

Sparks of wisdom, hope, and joy

Always kindling in our hearts,
Thy precious name, thy glorious fame
Will shine through all eternity.

Thy name shall ever be our guide,

Thy light, our inspiration,
Keep up the light a glowing bright
To thy portals, dear Alma Mater.

Hail! Praises be to thee,

Onward show us the way,
Faithful and true, we’ll always be
To thee, our Alma Mater dear.

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G. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

The Student Code of Conduct serves as the students’ specific, simple, and
practical acts or virtues, exemplifying the I CARE core values of the University.

1. INNOVATION
Find better ways in everything.
Be the change you want to see.
Utilize updated technology.
Actively participate in group/class discussion.
Enrich your knowledge and skills.
Learn by doing.

2. CAMARADERIE
Be friendly and always wear a smile.
Develop teamwork.
Be fair to everyone.
Actively join in various school activities.

3. ALIGNMENT
Set priorities.
Follow school rules and regulations.
Be responsible with your actions.
Attend class regularly.
Wear the prescribed school ID and attire.

4. RESPECT
Accept the uniqueness of each other.
Treat people equally.
Be on time.
Be polite, courteous, and humble.
Always pay attention.

5. EXCELLENCE
Do the best in everything, every time, everywhere.
Develop skills to the fullest.
Aim to be a top student in any endeavor.

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H. ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

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I. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
1. COLLEGE OF ARTS
Bachelor of Arts major in:
English
Psychology
Political Science

2. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration major in:
Financial Management
Human Resource Development Management
Management Accounting
Marketing Management
Office Administration
Associate in Office Administration
Bachelor of Science in Real Estate Management
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Bachelor of Science in Accounting Technology
Associate in Accounting Technology

3. COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Bachelor of Science in Criminology

4. COLLEGE OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Associate in Computer Engineering

5. COLLEGE OF INFORMATION AND COMPUTER STUDIES

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Bachelor of Science in Information System
Associate in Information System
Associate in Computer Technology (Programming)
Associate in Computer Technology major in Animation

6. COLLEGE OF CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATION

Bachelor of Science in Customs Administration

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7. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications
Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

8. COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Elementary Education
General Education
Special Education
Bachelor of Secondary Education major in:
Biological Science
English
Filipino
MAPEH
Mathematics
Physical Science
Social Science

9. COLLEGE OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management
Associate in Hotel and Restaurant Management

10. COLLEGE OF MARITIME EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation
Catering and Stewarding Services

11. COLLEGE OF NURSING

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Health Care Services

12. COLLEGE OF TOURISM

Bachelor of Science in Tourism

13. COLLEGE OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

14.1 Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

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14. SCHOOL OF MIDWIFERY

Diploma in Midwifery

15. SCHOOL OF LAW

Juris Doctor
Master of Laws

16. SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

Doctor of Medicine

17. GRADUATE SCHOOL

Doctor of Education major in:
Educational Leadership and Management
Institutional Planning
Master of Arts in Nursing major in:
Community Health Nursing
Maternal and Child Nursing
Medical-Surgical Nursing
Nursing Administration
Psychiatric Nursing
Master of Business Administration
Thesal
Non-thesal
Financial Management
Hotel and Restaurant Management
Human Resource Management andDevelopment
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Master of Science in Elementary Management
Master in Science Teaching major in:
Computer Studies
Educational Technology
English Language and Literature
Filipino
Makabayan
Marine and Nautical Sciences
Mathematics
Science

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J. STUDENT SERVICES
1. ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT. This department handles the financial
matters of the University like transactions on assessments as well as
payment of fees – tuition, miscellaneous, and others.

2. ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT. This department facilitates the training and

development of the University’s athletes.

3. BUILDING ADMINISTRATION. The safety and convenience of students

in their use of the University’s physical plant are this department’s
prime concern. It maintains and provides the University’s
transportation and bus services.

4. CAMPUS MINISTRY. In light of the pastoral program of the Church,

this department assists the individual to attain spiritual formation
through the designed integrative programs that will enhance values
and social relevance.

5. CIVIL SECURITY UNIT (CSU). This department looks into the safety of
persons and property in the campus, especially from man-made and
natural calamities.

6. COMMUNITY AWARENESS RELATIONS AND EXTENSION SERVICES

(CARES). The University believes that learning is not confined in the
four walls of the classroom. This department therefore provides the
opportunities for students, teachers, and staff to interact with people
outside of the academe and participate in alleviating and improving
the lives of and empowering the marginalized and less privileged
sector of our society.

7. INFORMATION RESOURCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENT

CENTER. This department develops, installs, and maintains all
academic and administrative computer-based information systems. It
guides users in formulating requirements and advises on alternatives
and implications of new or revised computer systems/applications
technology. It oversees and coordinates activities such as
programming, network administration, system design, applications

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development, user development, and user support and computer

operations.

8. GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING SERVICES. This office provides students

opportunities of becoming a well-integrated individual whose
awareness and understanding of oneself facilitates personal growth
and adjustment to life. It offers the following services: Student
inventory and appraisal, information, counseling, follow-up, and other
special programs implemented in coordination with the deans,
teachers, and other student personnel services. It also handles the
University’s job placement programs in coordination with the Student
Affairs Office and the colleges.

9. INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA SERVICES. This office manages the use of the

University’s function rooms and audio-visual rooms as well as audio-
visual equipment needed for any classroom, instructional and student-
related activities. In the Banilad, Mambaling, and Lapu-Lapu-Mandaue
campuses, the Building Administration office handles this function.

10. LIBRARY AND ELECTRONIC RESOURCE SERVICES. Aside from the

different books available, this department also provides computer
services with internet capabilities as well as electronic educational
materials like videos and digital videos in order to facilitate global
learning.

11. MEDICAL AND DENTAL SERVICES. The health of the student body and
members of the whole academic community is this department’s
concern. The University’s registered doctors, nurses, and dentists
provide the adequate medical and dental services.

12. REGISTRAR’S OFFICE. This department takes care of the archiving,

maintenance and dispensing of academic records and documents of
students and graduates such as the Transcript of Records (TOR),
diploma, and pertinent certificates of students’ academic
performance.

13. SHIPBOARD TRAINING OFFICE. For Maritime courses, this office

provides the guidelines and information concerning the Pre-
Embarkation Orientation Seminar of students and facilitates the
cadets during Shipboard Training.

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14. STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICE. This department responds to the needs

and demands of the students in order to promote a more active and
vibrant campus life. Moreover, it trains and develops student leaders
who can positively contribute to the intellectual, civic, religious, and
political ferment of the society.

15. STUDENT CULTURAL SERVICES. This department serves as the

University’s catalyst in promoting the richness of the Filipino cultural
heritage inside and outside the University. It handles the numerous
cultural productions, stage plays and musicals, dance presentations as
well as choral and string instrument renditions. It also looks into the
training and development of student artists and performers.

16. SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE. This department disseminates information of

available scholarship grants, accepts applicants for scholarship, and
monitors the development of scholars. It also provides enhancement
activities for the scholars’ welfare and improvement.

17. UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CENTER. The University is not only a

disseminator but also a producer of knowledge. It helps students and
teachers develop their research capabilities and skills.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES
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A. ADMISSION AND RETENTION

Academic entrance requirements vary with the status of the prospective
student and the program in which he/she desires to enroll. The University
reserves the right not to accept any applicant whose qualifications do not meet
the standards and requirements of the program in which he/she desires to
enroll.

1. NEW STUDENTS. New students are high school graduates enrolling in

the University for the first time.
At the time of enrollment, a new student must submit his/her
high school report card (Form 138), duly certified by the principal,
his/her NSO birth certificate, as well as his/her Certificate of Good
Moral Character from his/her principal or guidance counselor.
Only a graduate of a recognized high school shall be considered
for enrollment as a new student.
For Maritime courses, the following Department of Health (DOH)
medical requirements are annually required: urine, stool, CBC, X-
ray, psychological, eye sight (Ishihara for BSMT and Lantern or any
other color perception test for BSMARE), and hearing examination
(per CMO No. 13, Series 2005); and Hepatitis B Screening.

2. TRANSFER STUDENTS. Transferees are those who wish to enroll in the

University after having been enrolled in collegiate or technical courses
in another institution. Transfer students are also those former college
students returning to the University after having enrolled in other
educational institutions.
At the time of enrollment, a transferee must submit the following
credentials:
Certificate of transfer credential from the school last
attended;
Statement of good moral character signed by an adviser
and certified by the school dean/head and/or the
student affairs director; and
Informative copy of his/her TOR, which includes the
descriptive title of the subjects taken, the number of
units and the grades earned.
A transferee should have at least 30 units to complete, a grade
point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 in all subjects already taken,

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and no more than 2 failures to be admitted. He/she should have

at least one-year residence in the University prior to graduation.
A department may choose to give a validating examination to a
transferee whose GPA is below 2.5. Entrance exams administered
by the Guidance Office is a requirement for the transferee’s
admission to the University.

3. RETURNEE STUDENTS. Returnee students are those previously

enrolled in the University either in the immediately preceding
semester or after having stopped without enrolling elsewhere.
If in any one semester or summer session, a student failed in one-
third of the units for which he/she is registered, he/she may not
enroll in the same program without the written recommendation
of the college Dean. If the student failed the second time, he/she
may enroll in another program if accepted by the Dean of the new
program. If the student failed in similar manner for the third time,
he/she shall be disqualified from registration in the University.
The disciplinary rules and regulations of the Commission on
Higher Education (CHEd) and the University govern the non-
academic reasons for the non-readmission of a student.

4. SHIFTING STUDENTS. Shifting students are those who were previously

enrolled in a program and wished to take up another program within
the University.
For admission of students to the different colleges, please refer to
the program-specific requirements.
The disciplinary rules and regulations of CHEd and the University
govern the non-academic reasons for the non-readmission of a
student.

5. ALIENS, NATURALIZED FILIPINOS, AND STUDENTS WITH FOREIGN

NAMES
Philippine-born alien students must submit a photocopy of their
Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) and Native-Born Certificate
of Registration (NBCR), certified against the original by the CHEd
Regional Office.
Children of naturalized Filipino citizens must submit a copy of
Identification Certificate issued by the Commissioner of
Immigration and certified against the original by the CHEd
Regional Office.

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Filipino citizens whose family names are of foreign origin must

submit their birth certificates issued by the Local Civil Registrar.
Foreign-born alien students must submit a photocopy of their
ACR, certified against the original by the CHEd Regional Office.

6. FOREIGN STUDENTS
For overseas students, who are still abroad, they may apply for
admission in writing with the University Registrar and submit the
following admission requirements:
Six (6) copies of the duly accomplished Personal History
Statements (PHS) signed in English and in his/her national
alphabet. PHS form is available at the Philippine Foreign Services
Post (PFSP) in the applicant’s home country;
Six (6) copies of the original Transcript of Scholastic Records duly
authenticated by the PFSP in the student’s country of origin or
legal residence;
Six (6) copies of the notarized Affidavit of Adequate Financial
Support (AAFS) including bank accounts or notarized Notice of
Grant for institutional scholars to cover expenses for the student’s
accommodation and subsistence as well as school dues or other
incidental expenses;
Six (6) copies of the data page of the applicant’s passport showing
the date and place of birth, duly authenticated by the PFSP in the
applicant’s country of origin or legal residence; and
Remittance of Acceptance Fee of US$ 120.00 to cover the issuance
of Notice of Acceptance (NOA), handling and mailing of the above
documents to the Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
and mailing of acopy of NOA to the applicant.
The DFA needs the above-mentioned documents to process the
issuance of a Student Visa.
For foreign students, who are already in the Philippines under any
visa category, may apply in the Bureau of Immigration (BoI) for
the change/conversion of his/her admission status to that of a
student under Section 9(f) of the Philippine Immigration Act of
1940, as amended pursuant to Executive Order No. 285.
Requirements:

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Written endorsement from the University Registrar;

NOA;
Six (6) copies of the notarized proof of AAFS to cover expenses for
the student’s accommodation and subsistence as well as school
dues and other incidental expenses;
Six (6) copies of the original Transcript of Scholastic Records, duly
authenticated by the PFSP in the student’s country of origin or
legal residence;
Six (6) copies of the Police Clearance Certificate issued by the
national police authorities in the student’s country of origin or
legal residence, duly authenticated by the PFSP having consular
jurisdiction over the place for a student who resided in the
Philippine for less than 59 days. However, for students who
resided in the Philippines for more than 59 days at the time
he/she applies for said change/conversion of his/her admission
status to that of a student, he/she shall also be required to submit
the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) clearance;
Six (6) copies of the Quarantine Medical Examination Certificate
issued by the National Quarantine Office;
Six (6) copies of student’s PHS, signed by the student with a 2x2-
inch recently taken photograph;
Six (6) copies of the data page of the applicant’s passport and the
stamp of the latest arrival; the passport itself shall be presented
for verification; and
Remittance of Acceptance Fee of US$ 120.00 to cover the issuance
of NOA, handling, and mailing of the above documents to the BoI,
Manila.
For foreign students who wish to transfer from one Philippine
higher educational institution (HEI) to another, the requirements
are:
NOA from accepting school;
Letter of No Objection issued by the BoI; and
Certificate of Transfer Credentials and Certificate of Good Moral
Character issued by the previous school.
Scheduling of Processing of Student Visa:
For first semester applicants: January 1 to April 15
For second semester applicants: June 1 to September 15

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For summer classes applicants: December 1 to January31

In accordance with the regulations of CHEd and other government
agencies supervising foreign students, no foreign student may be
allowed to enroll unless he/she can submit a valid permit to study
and a student’s visa to the Foreign Students Section of the
University Registrar.

7. SPECIAL STUDENTS. Special students are those who are not entitled to
receive official credit for work, which they desire to take because they
do not satisfy the requirements for admission to the courses or
subjects or for any other reason. Special students may be admitted at
any time to the course they wish to attend provided that:
They receive approval from the Dean and/or department
Chairperson for each of the course they intend to participate in;
They sign an agreement that they waive the right to receive and
to demand credit for the work done [Section VIII, par. 144,
Manual of Regulations for Private School (MORPS), 1970, 7th
edition] and that they pay in full the fees at the time of
enrollment; and
Special students are not eligible for any honors or privileges.

8. GRADUATE STUDENTS. Graduates who hold the appropriate

bachelor’s degree or its equivalent are eligible for admission to studies
leading to the Master’s degree. Prospective graduate students shall
submit their application for admission and other requirements to the
Graduate School Office within a reasonable period before the opening
of each term.

9. RETENTION CRITERIA. The general retention requirements vary with

the status of the prospective student and the program in which he/she
is to enroll. The University reserves the right not to retain any
applicant whose qualifications do not meet the standards and
requirements of the program in which he/she is to enroll.
If in any one semester or summer session, a student failed in one-
third of the units for which he/she is registered, he/she may not
enroll in the same program without the written recommendation
of the college dean. If the student failed the second time, he/she
may enroll in another program if accepted by the college dean of

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the new program or recommended for career evaluation by

concerned parties (e.g. Dean’s Office, Guidance Center, SAO, etc.).
For other requirements pertaining to the retention of students to
different colleges, please refer to program-specific supplemental
student manual. (e.g. Supplemental Student Manual for Maritime
Education, Supplemental Student Manual for Nursing, etc.)
The disciplinary rules and regulations of CHEd and the University
govern the non-academic reasons for the non-readmission of a
student.

10. SPECIFIC POLICIES. With respect to the Colleges of Law, Medicine,

Nursing, Midwifery, Marine Engineering, and Marine Transportation
that have separate and existing provisions on admission and retention
due to the peculiar circumstances of their curriculum and structure,
the provisions in their supplemental student manuals are still valid,
existing, effective, and supplementary in character, insofar as they are
not in conflict with or inconsistent to the provision of this Student
Manual.

B. ENROLLMENT AND WITHDRAWAL OR TRANSFER

Every prospective student must enroll during the prescribed registration
period. Detailed instructions on enrollment procedures are found in the
enrollment form and are posted on the bulletin board during enrollment
period. No enrollment is possible without the necessary credentials. Enrollment
by proxy is not allowed.

Considered a bona fide student of the University is one who is duly

enrolled – that is, one who has submitted his/her valid credentials, has
attended classes and has paid his/her school fees or made arrangement for
payment with the Accounting Department.

1. WITHDRAWAL FROM SUBJECTS AND PROGRAM. A student may

officially withdraw from his/her subject, even after the close of the
enrollment period, upon recommendation by the Dean and with the
approval of the Registrar. Withdrawal from subjects is not ordinarily
approved after the midterm examination.

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Since failure to officially withdraw when a student stops attending

class results in a grade of Dropped (DR), students who are
contemplating withdrawal from subjects should consult with the
Dean/Chairperson/Registrar concerning the withdrawal
procedure.
Approval for withdrawal will not be given in the following cases:
If the accumulated number of absences from class takes up 20%
of the officially scheduled number of classes; or
If the student does not have written permission to withdraw from
his/her parents or guardian.

2. DROPPING FROM CLASS. This is relative to continuing CHEd

regulations. Hence, a student can only be dropped upon the
recommendation of the teacher and with the approval of the Dean
concerned.

3. CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER CREDENTIAL (Formerly Honorable

Dismissal). A student who desires to transfer to another school should
apply for a Certificate of Transfer Credential. Such certificate will be
issued only after the applicant has been cleared of all financial and
property liabilities and has surrendered his/her school ID.
An informative copy of the TOR and other records will be issued
with the Transfer Credential seven (7) days after clearance has
been filed with the University Registrar.
The University will mail the official TOR and other documents
within 30 days after the receipt of the “return slip” to the school
where the student intends to enroll.
A statement of good moral character and standing may be issued
to the student upon request.

4. CROSS ENROLLMENT. No student may enroll simultaneously in two

schools without the prior approval of the University Registrar.
Violation of this rule may cancel the student’s right to credit for work
done in either school or both.
The Registrar issues the Permit to Cross Enrollment only upon
recommendation of the Dean concerned, only if the applicant is a
candidate for graduation during the school year and the course is
not offered during that school year in the college or is in conflict
with other subjects.

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The maximum number of units for which cross-enrollment is

ordinarily permitted is six (6) units during the summer term.

5. SUMMER STUDY IN ANOTHER SCHOOL. A student in the University

may enroll in another school during summer period and obtain credit
in the University only upon the prior recommendation of the Dean
and/or department Chairperson, provided such school is duly
authorized to operate. No permit to study in another school during
summer period will be granted for the following:
Any subject in which the student failed in the University; or
Any major, specialized, or professional subject in any year.

C. ISSUANCE OF RECORDS AND RECORD KEEPING

1. ISSUANCE OF STUDENT’S ACADEMIC RECORDS. Before a student is
issued his/her own academic records, he/she shall be required to
present an accomplished request form and clearance. The requested
records shall be released on the following schedules:
Ordinary days/period: Five (5) working days upon receipt of the
accomplished clearance and payment of document fee.
Enrollment period: Seven (7) working days upon receipt of the
accomplished clearance and payment of document fee.

2. ISSUANCE OF SUBSEQUENT COPY OF DIPLOMA. Issuance of

subsequent copy of the Diploma requires an execution of a notarized
Affidavit regarding the circumstance/s of the loss of the original copy
issued and payment of re-issuance fee.

3. ISSUANCE OF STUDENT’S ACADEMIC RECORDS, DIPLOMA, ETC. TO

PROXY. The proxy must present a duly notarized Written Authority
executed by the owner of the academic records, diploma, etc., before
they are released to the proxy. The notarized Written Authority shall
be kept on file in the student’s records. The notarized Written
Authority should identify the proxy, address, and relationship of the
person granting the authority and bear the signatures of both.

4. ISSUANCE OF STUDY LOAD, GRADE SLIP, EVALUATION SHEET,

APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION, AND CLEARANCE. As a rule, initial

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issuance of study load, grade slip, application for graduation and

clearances are free, except for evaluation sheet. Re-issuance of these
documents shall cost the requesting student to pay minimal charges.

5. WITHDRAWAL OF ENROLLMENT. A student who will withdraw his/her

enrollment shall fill in a Withdrawal Form and attach his/her study
load and student copy of the enrollment form. If the withdrawal is by
proxy, present a notarized Written Authority executed by the enrolled
student granting the authority. The authority must state the name,
address of the proxy, and bear the signatures of both.

6. EVALUATION OR ACCREDITATION OF RECORDS. Students entering

their third year or fourth year of the four or five year courses,
respectively, are advised to get a copy of the prospectus of their
courses and present it to the University Registrar for evaluation of
subjects and credits earned. Evaluation or accreditation shall be
extended only once, so students must keep said evaluation as their
guide for the succeeding enrollment until graduation. Evaluation or
accreditation of subjects and units earned for transferees must be
referred to and be determined by the college Dean/Chairperson.

7. CHANGING OR CORRECTION OF GRADES. As a rule, no changing or

correction of grade entry in the grade sheet is allowed once it has
been submitted and finally encoded by the University Registrar, except
upon the teacher’s submission of a petition approved by the Vice
Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

8. LOAD REVISION. Adjustment of study load shall be allowed during the

first week of the start of class. Students must secure an Adjustment
Form from the Dean, subject for approval, a copy of which shall be
submitted to the University Registrar and another copy to the
Accounting Department for adjustment of fees. Changes, however, are
not permitted after the close of the enrollment period.

9. RECORD KEEPING. To maintain secrecy and confidentiality of records,

students’ records are kept in safe storeroom. Taking out of student
records are prohibited unless authorized by the Registrar, requested
by higher University officials, or required through a subpoena duces
tecum by a competent court. Authorized personnel should properly
record students’ records taken out from the file.

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D. CURRICULAR AND NON-CURRICULAR ACADEMIC

REQUIREMENTS
1. STUDY LOAD. The program in which the student is enrolled ordinarily
prescribes the normal semester study load. A student is considered
“full time,” if he/she is carrying 18 subject units or the full load
prescribed under his/her program for the current semester.

2. OVERLOAD. Par. 134 of the MORPS states, “Students in the graduating

class may be permitted a load of 3 units in college, in excess of the
regular.” However, PE of two units, NSTP of 3 units, SP of 3 units, BM
of 3 units and CSci of 3 units will constitute an excess load if not taken
in their curricular order. A program with 21 units or above has a built-
in overload granted by CHEd for such a program. Therefore, a load in
excess of 21 units is strictly not allowed.
If graduating, a student who wants to carry an overload needs the
approval of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
During the summer period, a student may carry a maximum of
nine units with no overload whatsoever.

3. SEQUENCE OF SUBJECTS. No advance subjects should be assigned to

the student unless he/she has satisfactorily passed the prerequisites
to the subjects.

4. NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM (NSTP) OF REPUBLIC ACT

9163. All incoming freshmen, male and female, starting school year
2002-2003, enrolled in any baccalaureate degree and in at least two-
year technical-vocational or associate courses are required to
complete one NSTP program component of their choice as a
graduation requirement. The three NSTP program components are:
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC);
Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS); and
Literacy Training Service (LTS).

5. PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE). All students are further required to earn

eight units of PE during their first two years. Simultaneous enrollment
in two or more basic PE courses in a particular semester is not
permitted.

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6. POST-SECONDARY COURSE. Any course taken beyond the secondary

level covering a period of at least two years of study shall be
considered a post-secondary course.

7. ABSENCES FROM CLASS. The maximum number of permitted

absences from class attendance should not exceed 20% of the
prescribed number of class period for the course – that is, 10 absences
from either a 3-unit lecture course or a 1-unit of laboratory course.
Excellence in the performance of the student may, however, be given
consideration upon approval of the Dean or Chairperson of the
college.

E. CLASSROOM PROCEDURE
A bell is rung to signify the end of class, followed by a 10-minute interval.
After which, a second bell is rung to mark the beginning of the next class.
Teachers and students are expected to be inside the classroom and ready for
the lesson by the time the second bell rings.

At the end of each class, it is the teacher’s responsibility to ensure that the
lights are turned off, the writings on the board are erased, and the tables and
chairs are in order.

1. BEADLE. The teacher must assign a student to be the beadle for each
class. A beadle may either be elected by the class or be designated by
the teacher. The following are the general responsibilities of the
beadle:
Ensure that chalk and eraser are available. They may be obtained
from the Dean’s office or Property Custodian Office;
Ensure that the blackboard is cleaned;
May assist in keeping the attendance records of the teacher; and
May also dismiss the class in case the teacher is absent, provided
the following conditions are met:
Students must wait quietly in the classroom for 10
minutes for a 1-hour class, 15 minutes for a 1.5-hour
class, or 30 minutes for a 3-hour class.
If the teacher does not show up within the elapsed time,
the Beadle must inform the Dean about the teacher’s

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absence so that a substitute teacher can be immediately

designated to temporarily handle and supervise the class.
If no substitute teacher is designated within the next five
(5) minutes, the students may consider themselves
dismissed.

2. TARDINESS. A student who comes in the classroom 15 minutes after

the second bell has rung is considered late. A student who comes in
after the fifteenth minute is considered absent. A student who
accumulates three instances of tardiness will be given one cut.

3. CUT SYSTEM. All students are expected to attend classes. A student,

however, is allowed a limited number of absences, that is: three (3)
times the number of class meetings a week plus one. If a student
incurs more cuts than allowed, he/she receives an automatic failure
grade of 5.0. Absence due to late registration is considered a cut.

4. CONSULTATION HOUR. The University believes that academic

counseling is an indispensable part of the teaching process. Education
is incomplete if it is limited to the classroom. As such, teachers are
expected to provide students with extensive opportunities to consult
and, where possible, to schedule office hours for informal discussions.
A minimum of two (2) hours a week is required of each teacher.
Students are highly encouraged to make use of the consultation hour.

F. EXAMINATIONS AND GRADING SYSTEM

Aside from the class quizzes and tests, there are four general examinations
every term: Prelim, mid-term, semi-final, and final. Dates of these examinations
are posted on bulletin boards.

No student is allowed to take an official examination unless he/she

presents a validated assessment slip issued by the Accounting Department.
Grade reports are sent to parents by mail at the end of each term.

1. GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA). The GPA or weighted average is the

measure of the quality of a student’s general academic performance
for a regular academic term. As such, if a student has satisfied the GPA

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requirement for a given academic year with two (2) semesters, this
would determine those who are honor students or those on the
Dean’s list. The GPA of a student is computed by:
Multiplying the grade point value on each subject by the number
of units in the course; and
Adding these products and dividing the result by the total number
of units taken during the periodic term or year.
PE and NSTP grades are not included when computing the GPA.

2. DEAN’S LIST. Honor students on the Dean’s list are awarded every
semester based on the GPA. The top three (3) honor students on the
list are determined per year level and per program.

3. GRADES. Academic achievement is marked in the following manner:

Grade Equivalent Remark
1.0 100-95 Excellent
1.1-1.5 94-90 Very Good
1.6-2.5 89-80 Good
2.6-2.9 79-76 Fair
3.0 75 Passing
3.1-3.5 Below 75 A conditional grade given to student whose
performance is not satisfactory for passing.
This is applicable only for the mid-term
period.
3W Warning A grade given to a student who gets 3.5
below. It is a warning to the student to study
more in order to pass the subject. This is
applicable only for mid-term period.
5.0 Failed A grade given to a student who gets below
3.0 for the final grade.
Note: The final grade shall only be “Passed”
or “Failed.” No conditional grade is allowed.
W Withdrawn A mark given to the student who officially
withdrew the subject. Withdrawal of a
subject is allowed only before mid-term
examination.
DR Dropped A mark given to a student who failed to
withdraw the subject and/or whose
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number of absences (20% of the total

number of class days).
NG No Grade A mark given to a student who fails to take a
major examination and/or fails to complete
other requirements of the course. This is
applicable during mid-term period only for
the undergraduate programs. However, the
Graduate School may use this during mid-
term and final grades.
NA Not A mark given to a student who has no
Attending attendance since the start of the class.

4. GRADING SYSTEM. Two-thirds (2/3) of the student’s grade per subject

consist of his/her class standing, while one-third (1/3) his/her major
examinations.

G. GRADUATION
Candidates for graduation are required to apply for evaluation of their
records during the semester preceding their graduation in order that any
deficiency may be settled. Dates and deadlines for evaluation are announced
each semester. Fines are imposed on those who file late applications.

1. APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION. After a candidate’s records have

been evaluated and cleared, he/she should file an application for
graduation, which is usually done a week after the enrollment period.
Application forms may be obtained from the Registrar’s Office.

2. CLEARANCE. Candidates for graduation are required to accomplish

their graduation clearance a day before the final examinations to clear
them from any financial and property obligations.

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H. CRITERIA FOR THE SELECTION OF HONOR

GRADUATES
1. REQUIREMENTS. Students may be granted with honors if they meet
the following requirements:
Grade Requirements. Students may graduate with honors if they
obtain the following grade point average (GPA):
Baccalaureate courses:
Summa Cum Laude: 1.00-1.20 with no gradebelow 2.00
Magna Cum Laude: 1.21-1.45 with no gradebelow 2.30
Cum Laude: 1.46-1.70 with no grade below 2.50
Associate courses:
With Highest Distinction: 1.00-1.20 with nograde below 2.00
With High Distinction: 1.21-1.45 with no gradebelow 2.30
With Distinction: 1.46-1.70 with no grade below2.50
Special Awards. Students who obtained the required GPA
but disqualified due to overstaying by one (1) summer
may be granted the following honors:
Academic Excellence with First Honors: 1.00-
1.20 with no grade below 2.00
Academic Excellence with Second Honors: 1.21-
1.45 with no grade below 2.30
Academic Excellence with Third Honors: 1.46-
1.70 with no grade below 2.50
The grade requirements include grades in non-academic courses
such as PE and NSTP.
The average is to be computed from the final grades obtained by
the student from the first semester of his/her first year until
his/her last semester, inclusive of his/her curricular program and
the grades obtained during summer enrollment, if any.
The candidate must not have a 5.0, DR, or INC marks through
throughout the entire curricular program/s.
Residency Requirements

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At the end of graduation, a candidate for honors must have a

residency of:
At least two (2) successive years or four (4) successive semesters
for baccalaureate degree; or
One (1) year or two (2) successive semesters for associate course.
To determine the residency, two (2) summers of nine (9)
maximum units per summer are counted as one (1) semester.
However, if a student takes a summer course totaling a minimum
of 12 units but not in excess of 18 units, the load will be
considered as one (1) semester.
In case of excess in residence requirements due to
change in the curriculum and other provisions required
by the University and Commission on Higher Education,
such excess will not be counted against the student.
In case of transferees or shiftees, the subjects taken previously
which are credited in the student’s current course shall be
converted into semesters.
The required time frames for graduation should not be more
than:
Eight (8) semesters in case of a four-year course
Ten (10) semesters in case of a five-year course
Six (6) semesters in case of a three-year course
Four (4) semesters in case of a two-year course
If a student has taken subjects that are not requisites of
the program but are for bridging and enrichment
purposes and the like, then the additional
semester/summer spent on these subjects will be
disregarded, as far as residency is concerned. However,
the grades in these subjects will be considered in the
computation.
Load Requirements. The candidate must have carried at least a
minimum of 18 units per semester. However, if the candidate has
enrolled more than the minimum 18 units per semester, he/she
may be allowed less than 18 units during the last semester to
complete his/her program.
Behavior Requirements. A candidate must not be found guilty of
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serious violation of the school’s rules and regulations is a ground

for disqualification.

2. HONORS COMMITTEE. The Honors Committee is composed of the

Vice Chancellors for Academic Affairs/Campus Director, Vice
Chancellor for Administration/Legal Officer, at least two (2)
Deans/Chairpersons, Registrar, and Student Affairs Director.

3. SELECTION PROCESS
Identification. The candidates for honors shall be initially
identified two (2) weeks after the midterm examination. The
following process shall be observed:
The student is encouraged to apply for honors by
submitting an application letter to his/her
Dean/Chairperson in order for him/her to be included in
the list of candidates for honors.
The Dean/Chairperson shall secure informative copy of
student’s scholastic records from the Registrar’s Office to
identify candidates for endorsement of honors in his/her
college.
The Dean/Chairperson shall forward the list of
candidates with the attached informative copy of the
student’s scholastic records to the Office of the Vice
Chancellors for Academic Affairs/Campus Director.
The Office of the Vice Chancellors for Academic
Affairs/Campus Director shall furnish a copy of the list of
candidates to the Student Affairs Office.
Evaluation and Deliberation. The Vice Chancellors for Academic
Affairs/Campus Director shall convene the Honors Committee for
the deliberation and evaluation two (2) days after the final
examination for the graduating students. Attendance of the
majority of the members of the Honors Committee shall
constitute a quorum.
Publication. Official publication of the list shall be made at least
15 days before graduation. Honor students should seek
clarification or request correction of the results within the week
after the publication. In the case of summer graduates, they shall
be awarded of their honors during the first semester of the
succeeding school year.

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4. EFFECTIVENESS. These revised criteria shall take effect starting First

Semester of school year 2019-2020. The scheme supersedes all other
previous criteria on the selection of honor graduates.

I. FEES AND PAYMENTS

All fees are computed on the semester or school term basis and may be
paid in installment or cash.

1. INSTALLMENT. After paying the entrance fee, the remaining school

fees shall be paid in four (4) equal payments corresponding to the four
(4) examination periods.
Exam Period Payment
Prelim 25% of total assessment plus old account, less
down payment
Midterm 25% of total assessment plus old account, less
down payment
Semi-final 25% of total assessment plus old account, less
down payment
Final 25% of total assessment plus old account, less
down payment

2. DISCOUNT ON CASH PAYMENT. There is a 10% discount on tuition

excluding non-academic subjects, if paid in full. Deadline for full
payment would be posted on bulletin board.

3. CHARGING OF FEES FOR WITHDRAWAL OR TRANSFER. A student who

withdraws from any course shall be charged as follows:
Period Charges
Enrollment Registration fees
period
Within first week 10% of total tuition fees plus registration fees
of classes
Within second 20% of total tuition fees plus registration fees
week of classes
After second Full charges regardless of whether or not a
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Students with dissolved subjects should withdraw the subject

before the prelim examination.
For Maritime course only: If the student failed in the medical
examination upon enrollment, payment shall be refunded without
charges.

4. NON-PAYMENT OF ACCOUNTS. The administration reserves the right

to withhold from a student the issuance of TOR, Certificate of Transfer
Credentials, and certification of other records, unless the student has
fully settled his/her financial and/or property obligation with the
University.

5. TUITION. A student who transfers or otherwise withdraws in writing

within two (2) weeks after the beginning of class and who has already
paid tuition and other school fees in full or for any length longer than
one (1) month may be charged with 10% of the total amount due for
the term if he/she withdraws within the first week of class, or 20% if
within the second week of classes whether or not he/she has actually
attended class. However, if transfer or withdrawal is due to a
justifiable reason, the student shall be charged the pertinent fees only
up to and including the last month of attendance (Section 66, p. 33,
MORPS, English Edition, 1992).

J. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

The University offers various types of scholarship or financial assistance,
such as:

1. ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP. The following academic scholarships are

granted in recognition of outstanding academic achievement:
Scholarship for incoming college students who graduated with
academic honors in high school, except those from National
Science High Schools. The scholarship may range from tuition
discount to full-free grant and may include book and
transportation allowances. Academic scholars must maintain or
obtain the following grades in order to continue availing their
privileges:
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Magna Cum Laude: 1.21-1.45 with no grade below 2.30

Cum Laude: 1.46-1.70 with no grade below 2.50
Special grant for graduates of National Science High Schools. The
grant may range from tuition discount to full-free grant and may
include book and transportation allowances.
Discount granted to honor students on the Dean’s list. The grant
may range from tuition discount to full-free grant and may include
book and transportation allowances. To avail of the privilege, th
students must obtain the following grades:
Summa Cum Laude: 1.00-1.20 with no grade below 2.00
Magna Cum Laude: 1.21-1.45 with no grade below 2.30
Cum Laude: 1.46-1.70 with no grade below 2.50
Maritime Scholarship:
Privileges for the international maritime scholarship will
vary depending on the provider or agency sponsoring the
scholarship. Most often, the scholarship would be in the
form of full-free tuition, book allowance, free uniform,
and the assurance to go on board international training
vessels during the scholar’s apprenticeship.
For domestic maritime scholars, providers would most
often sponsor full-free tuition and the assurance for the
scholars to go on board the providers’ affiliated vessels
during the scholar’s apprenticeship.
Don Sulpicio Scholarship
Gothong Lines Scholarship
Gotianuy Scholarship
Menzi (MPRT) Scholarship

2. ATHLETICS SCHOLARSHIP. Athletic scholarships are granted to

students who become members of the University’s official varsity
teams: Athletics, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, table tennis,
karatedo, chess, sepak takraw, and swimming. Discounts and
privileges are granted on a case-to-case basis, ranging from 10%
tuition discount to full-free scholarship and depending on the athlete’s
achievement.

3. SCHOLARSHIP FOR CAMPUS MINISTRY CHOIR, SAO VOLUNTEERS,

STUDENT ORGANIZATION LEADERS, GUIDANCE PEER FACILITATORS,
STUDENT PUBLICATION MEMBERS, AND NATIONAL SERVICE
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service units of the University and are active participants in their

respective programs may be provided with tuition discount, subject to
the policies and recommendations of the Scholarship Office.

4. CULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP. Students who become members of any of

the following art and cultural organizations by virtue of their
participation in the art activities and cultural affairs and of their good
membership standing are granted scholarship by the Student Cultural
Services Department in the form of tuition discounts, ranging from
25% discount to a full-free grant. The following are the University
cultural organizations:
Theatre Workshop Company;
Dance Company;
Chorus;
Technical Production;
Cheer and Dance Team;
Symphonic and String Ensemble;
Drum and Bugle Corps; and
Brass Band

5. WORKING SCHOLARSHIP. Students may apply as working scholars,

provided their grades meet the required 90 percent and above in case
of high school graduates and 2.5 GPA and above for those already in
college. Intelligence quotient (IQ) exam and personality test results
administered by the Guidance Office are also taken into account.
Likewise, family income counts in the selection of the scholars.

6. UNIVERSITY’S PREROGATIVE. The grant of scholarship and other

financial assistance is a privilege gratuitously granted by the University
to the qualified student. As such, the University reserves the right to
amend from time to time, without prior notice, the qualifications and
privileges of the scholarships and discounts granted.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS
& SERVICES
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A. USE OF UNIVERSITY INSIGNIA, LOGO, AND NAME

The University asserts ownership over its name, symbols, and marks, which
are all intended to present a positive image of the University. The purpose of
this policy is to provide information and guideline to the use of the name,
symbols, and marks of the University. The use of the University insignia, logo,
and name requires approval from the Chancellor as recommended by the
Office of Legal Affairs.

B. RESPECT FOR FLAGS, ANTHEMS, AND COLORS

When the National Anthem is being played or sung, or when the flag is on
parade, everyone should stand at attention and give due respect. The same
respect and regard must be given to the University Flag and University Hymn.

C. USE OF THE UNIVERSITY AS MAILING ADDRESS

FOR COMMUNICATIONS OF STUDENTS
Registered mails received and addressed to a particular student can be
obtained from the administration office, unless otherwise addressed to a
particular college where the student belongs.

D. USE OF OFFICE TELEPHONE

Office telephones are strictly for official use only. Payphones for personal
calls are found at the ground floor.

E. USE OF BULLETIN BOARD

1. RULES ON USAGE. This is to ensure proper handling and action of all
information materials for posting on bulletin boards in the campus:
The posting of notices and posters of any kind on the bulletin
board is subject to the approval of SAO.

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Once notices, posters, or streamers are approved by the SAO, it

will be brought to the CSU for recording before these are actually
placed in areas so designated.
The Dean approves all notices, posters, streamers, and
information materials that originate from the department
including the requests for posting by student organizations.
The University reserves the right to remove any poster, notice, or
streamer even if it bears SAO’s stamp of approval, if the same is
placed on walls, doors, columns, or any other place that prohibits
posting or showing of materials. Any University official or CSU
personnel is authorized to remove such materials upon discovery.
An information material with educational value or message is
given priority for posting or distribution.
Advertisements will be posted on the bulletin board for the
specific purpose.
Posting of information materials is for a minimum of one (1) week
to a maximum of one (1) month, subject to University’s approval.
Concerned organizations are responsible for removing their own
notice, poster, or streamer. If these are not removed after the
due date, CSU and University representatives shall remove them.
The bulletin boards located at the ground floor are reserved for
University-wide information, while the boards located at the
colleges/departments are for academic and non-academic
announcements of the respective colleges.

F. USE OF SCHOOL SPORTS FACILITIES AND

CONDUCT OF SPORTS ACTIVITIES
Any person/s or team/s who wish/es to use the school sports facilities will
secure a permit from the office in-charge of the said facilities.

To protect the athlete/s from harm and injuries, it is required to use

appropriate attire. Any person not wearing appropriate sportswear will be
disqualified from participating or playing such event. Gambling is strictly
prohibited.

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G. INTER-PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
The development of personality can be best achieved through interaction
with people. Genuine friendship is encouraged among students, faculty,
University officials, and employees.

H. PARTICIPATION IN SCHOOL FUNCTIONS AND

ACTIVITIES
All students are encouraged to actively participate in all school functions
and activities such as convocations, seminars, workshops, religious activities
and the like that are either sponsored by the University or other organizations
to broaden their knowledge and outlook.

I. RELIGIOUS DISCUSSIONS, RITES, AND

CELEBRATIONS
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Proper behavior should be observed during religious rites (i.e.
Eucharistic par liturgical celebrations).
The Campus Ministry (CM) approves the holding of religious
discussions, rites and meetings as well as bible readings, lectures,
discussions, etc. for Christian Formation.
All religious activities of the different religious organizations must
be coordinated with the CM in-charge and their concerns will be
brought up to the Chaplain’s supervision.
For any religious activities done outside the campus, the CM must
ask the parent’s consent through a waiver which will be passed
one (1) week before the activity. Any untoward incident such as
calamities, accidents, and carelessness of the participant/s and
the like that may be beyond the control of the CM and its
personnel will not be held against the CM.
Confession schedule and spiritual direction: Mondays through
Fridays. One may just approach the priest available or by
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The chapel is only intended for prayer, para-liturgy, liturgical, and

group prayer meeting activities.

2. RETREATS AND RECOLLECTIONS

Students’ retreat and recollection must be coordinated with the
college Dean or Chairperson for proper scheduling by the CM.
Student/s whose religious practices, affiliations, or
denominations, which do not conform to the Roman Catholic
retreat and recollection, or which may run counter to the retreat
or recollection activity may be exempted from attending the
activity. However, he/she must inform in writing the Dean of the
college where he/she belong prior to the scheduled activity and
furnish the CM thereof one (1) week before the said religious
activities.

J. STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
A student organization refers to a duly accredited student group in the
University. It significantly contributes to the development and advancement of
students by enhancing the students’ awareness on their rights, duties, and
responsibilities and by broadening their perspectives through the exercise of
sound decision/s and practice of appropriate leadership style/s.

For a student organization to be considered duly accredited, it shall comply

with the requirements set forth in this Policy. A duly accredited student
organization shall enjoy the privileges and perform the obligations as set forth
in this Policy.

1. KINDS OF STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Divisions. A student organization may fall under any of the
following divisions:
University Student Organization refers to a student organization
whose members belong to two or more colleges/departments of
the University.
College Student Organization refers to a student organization
whose members are exclusive or belonging to one
college/department/course.

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Classification. A student organization may further be classified as

follows:
University Student Council refers to a student
organization whose officers are elected annually or
appointed as provided in its Constitution and By-Laws,
duly ratified by the students and whose programs and
projects are implemented, or whose programs and
projects cover the entire University. This serves as the
one and only University-wide student council performing
the functions of a consultative, recommendatory,
supervisory, and project undertaking and student
representative body. For this purpose, the University
Student Council is the University of Cebu Council of
Presidents (UCCP), or any organization that may be
subsequently created or organized, by its Constitution
and By-Laws ratified to serve the functions as stated
above.
Student Body Organization (SBO) refers to a student organization
whose officers are elected annually to organize projects/programs
that help the extra-curricular betterment of a student body. This
student organization is composed of students belonging to one
college/department/course.
Academic Student Organization refers to a student organization
that organizes projects or programs that are academic in character
or those geared towards the academic betterment of its
members. This student organization may be a sub-organization to
a SBO.
Non-Academic Student Organization refers to a student
organization which organizes projects or programs which are non–
academic in nature (examples are socio-cultural, sports, religious,
etc.) for its members or which has outside affiliation and serves as
local chapter/organization in the University. Organizations such as
the fraternities, sororities, Red Cross, Junior Jaycees, and others
not classified in (1.2.1), (1.2.2), or (1.2.3) above fall under this
category.

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2. ACCREDITATION
Application for Accreditation. Any student organization may apply
for accreditation with the University through the SAO at any time
subject to the submission of the following requirements:
Constitution and By-Laws, either drafted for ratification or has
been duly ratified;
2.1.1 Letter of Intent;
2.1.3 Complete list of officers, either elected or appointed in
the interim;
Complete list of members;
Official list of advisers/consultants;
Statement of vision, mission and objectives;
Semester/Annual calendar of activities and program of
expenditures;
Endorsement letter from the Dean/Chairperson for
academic student organizations or from the UCCP for
SBOs, or from the mother/national organization for non-
academic student organizations; and
The SAO, when it deems necessary, may require the
submission of other requirements.
Certificate of Accreditation. Upon full and satisfactory compliance
with all the necessary requirements, SAO shall issue a Certificate
of Accreditation specifying the name of the student organization,
the validity period, and the approval of the Student Affairs
Director. Provided that:
Certificate of Accreditation shall be effective for one (1)
school year from the date of accreditation until July 15 of
every year, renewable thereafter, upon the discretion of
the Student Affairs Director; and
Such certificate may be revoked or cancelled by the
Student Affairs Director for violation of laws or University
rules and regulations after due process has been
observed.
Without the grant of a Certificate of Accreditation, the
acts of any student organization shall be deemed illegal
without prejudice to disciplinary actions against its
officers or members.
Probationary Accreditation. The SAO may grant probationary
accreditation to any student organization for a specified period
when it deems necessary.

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Renewal. On or before June 30 of each year, any student

organization wishing for the renewal of its Certificate of
Accreditation shall submit the following:
Constitution and By-Laws, duly ratified including changes,if any;
Letter of Intent;
Complete list of officers, duly elected;
Complete list of members;
Official list of advisers/consultants;
Statement of vision, mission and objectives, including changes if
any;
Semester/Annual calendar of activities and program of
expenditures;
Endorsement letter, from the Dean/Chairperson for academic
student organizations or from the UCCP for SBOs, or from the
mother/national organization for non- academic student
organizations;
Semester/Annual accomplishment report;
Financial statements of the immediately preceding school year;
and
The SAO, when it deems necessary, may require the submission of
other requirements.
University Student Council Privilege. The University student
council is given renewal privilege by virtue of the election of its
officers.
Revocation of Accreditation. The Certificate of Accreditation of
any student organization may be revoked on any one of the
following grounds:
Failure to file renewal.
Failure to comply with the requirements set forth by duly
constituted authorities.
Violation of University rules and regulations after due process has
been observed.

3 OFFICERS. Except on the interim, officers of any student organization

shall be elected or appointed as the Constitution and By-Laws
mandate.
Qualifications. In addition to the qualifications set forth in the
respective Constitution and By-Laws, any officer of any student
organization must have the following qualifications:

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Be a bona fide student of the University;

Be enrolled for a minimum of 18 units load for the
semester in which he/she was chosen/elected and during
his/her term of office;
Have a 3.0 GPA on the semester preceding his/her
election and during his/her term of office;
Have not failed one-third of the units for which he/she
was registered in the previous semester; and
Be of good moral character.
Disqualification. No student who has been subject to disciplinary
action by the SAO shall be qualified and eligible for any
election/appointment.
Clearance. All officers including those of the University student
council must secure clearance from the SAO before the end of the
semester/school term or before processing for enrollment, for
application for graduation, for transfer or for related transaction
that releases them from their accountability to the student
organization or enrollment from the University.

4. FUNDS AND DISBURSEMENTS

Membership Fees. As may be provided for in its Constitution and
By-Laws, a student organization may collect membership fees
from its members, subject to the submission of a written policy to
this matter and approval by University Chancellor. The
membership fees of the UCCP and the SBOs shall be those agreed
upon by the UCCP in consultation with the SBO’s and subject to
the approval of the University Chancellor. The collection of
membership fees is a privilege granted to any student
organization, which privilege must be secured prior to any
collection. Any collection in contravention to this provision shall
be a violation.
Special Funds. A student organization may hold activities,
programs, or projects to raise funds, subject to the rules and
regulations governing the same as may be prescribed including
the approval of the University Administration through the
Executive Vice Chancellor or Vice Chancellor for Administrative
Affairs.
Contribution and Sale of Tickets. Generally, the University does
not allow the selling of tickets, solicitations of contributions and
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member, non-teaching personnel, and support staff of the

department/college of the University or by any outside individual
or agency. Request for authority to sell and solicit should be
submitted to Vice Chancellor for Administrative Affairs within a
reasonable period prior to the intended activity. It shall be the
prerogative of the University whether or not to approve such kind
of request.
Safekeeping and Custody of Funds. Any funds collected or raised
by a student organization shall be safely kept in the custody of the
Treasurer or its equivalent officer of the student organization. For
safekeeping and records monitoring, the funds shall be deposited
in a bank of the student organization’s choice with its President
and Treasurer as signatories in the joint account.
Disbursements. Any disbursement from the funds of a student
organization may be made upon approval of its governing body
through a resolution subject to its Constitution and By-Laws.
Unless the Constitution and By-Laws provide its composition such
as the Board of Directors or Executive Committee, the governing
body must be composed of all elected officers.
Book of Accounts. A student organization must maintain a Book of
Accounts that contains all collections and disbursements made
with accompanied documents or authorizations and records.
Financial Reports. All student organizations shall submit financial
reports as required by the SAO. The financial report must be
prepared by the Treasurer, audited by the Auditor, noted by the
President and Adviser, and approved by the governing body
through a resolution. For the academic student organizations, the
college Dean or department Chairperson must also sign the
financial report. For the SBOs, the financial reports shall be
subject to the rules and regulations prescribed by the UCCP.

5. STUDENT ORGANIZATION ACTIVITIES

Student Organization Activities. All student organizations shall be
guided by the semester/annual calendar of activities in the
conduct of their activities. In holding activities, a student
organization shall be subject to reasonable conditions such as
notice to the SAO or the college Dean/department Chairperson or
the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Affairs.
Use of University Facilities. Any student organization may use the
facilities of the University subject to rules and regulations issued

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thereto. The officers of the student organizations shall be jointly

responsible for any damage arising from the use thereof.

6. FACULTY ADVISER/CONSULTANT
Faculty/Personnel Adviser/Consultant. In the absence of any
provision of the Constitution and By-Laws and in addition to the
qualifications set forth, the faculty/personnel adviser/consultant
must have been employed in the University for at least one (1)
year on the date of his/her appointment.
Duties and Functions. In addition to the functions set forth in the
Constitution and By-Laws or in the absence thereof, the faculty
adviser/consultant shall perform the following duties and
functions:
Act as consultant during election of officers, and in the planning
and programming of organizational activities;
Make himself/herself available to the organization for
consultations;
Make sure that activities are backed up by official
permits and that these do not interfere with classes;
Be present during meetings and official functions of the
organizations;
Be required to check and countersign the periodical
reports of the organizations;
Give guidance and inspiration to the officers and
members; and
Settle questions affecting the conduct and operations of
the organization.

7. DISCIPLINE
Violation. The officers including advisers/consultants of any
student organization shall be held administratively liable for any
violation of the laws or the University rules and regulations.
Other offenses that may be committed by organizations are
Type Description
Financial Offense For unsettled accounts with the department,
colleges and the University.
Security Offense For directly or indirectly participating in any
unauthorized activity, rumble, or any type of
public scandal and disorder inside the
campus.

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Physical Offense Includes hazing and other physical injuries.

Administrative Non-compliance with the University rules
Offense and regulations.

Administrative Sanctions. For any violation to the laws of the land

or to the University rules and regulations, the Certificate of
Accreditation granted to the organization shall be revoked and
the violator/s shall be reprimanded, suspended, or expelled from
the University, depending on the gravity of the offense
committed. The student organization concerned may impose
sanction/s upon the erring officer/adviser/consultant/member, in
accordance to the Constitution and By-Laws.
Sanctions for Non-Submission of Reports. For failure to, or refusal
to, comply with the preparation or submission of necessary
documents or reports, the officer/s concerned shall be subject to
reasonable sanctions such as but not limited to holding of
clearance as mentioned in this Policy.
Decision. Before making any decision under this Policy, the
Student Affairs Director shall afford the officer/s,
adviser/consultant or member concerned due process that
includes notification of the offense committed, submission of
answers or replies to the alleged offense committed and conduct
of investigation. Any decision made by the Student Affairs
Director may be appealed within five (5) school days from receipt
of the decision before the Office of the Vice Chancellor for
Administrative Affairs, which decision may be appealed within the
same period to the Executive Vice Chancellor. The decision of the
Executive Vice Chancellor shall be final and conclusive.

K. HOLDING OF STUDENT-RELATED ACTIVITIES

This is to ensure that student-related activities, such as, but not limited to
community immersions, convocations, exposure trips, seminars and
workshops, conducted by the students, organizations, advisers/teachers, within
and outside the campus are duly approved and consistent with the goals of the
University.

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1. ACTIVITY PERMIT. To obtain the essential permit/clearance in

conducting the activities, the organizers, advisers/teachers and
student leaders shall observe the following procedures:
The authorized representative of the student organization,
classroom, college shall secure the Activity Permit form and
Waiver/Quitclaim from the SAO one (1) week before the actual
date of the activity and comply with all requirements;
Attach the necessary form from the Building Supervisor’s Office
for the venue and sound system reservation, if the activity is to be
held within the University and for bus reservation if it is needed.
Accomplish the forms with the required information and attach all
necessary annexes;
Obtain endorsement from the Dean and the Adviser of the
organization for the proposed activity;
Submit the activity permit forms including its attachments to the
SAO and CSU for review, recommendation and endorsement of
such activity to the Campus Director;
The Campus Director has the prerogative to approve or not the
proposed activity; and
An appeal may be made to the Vice Chancellor for Administrative
Affairs, who has the authority to approve or disapprove the same.
If approved, the term and conditions of such approval shall be
strictly complied with, otherwise the approval shall have no
effect, and the officers and organizers shall be held
administratively liable.
In addition, the following rules must be observed:
Only duly recognized student organizations are allowed to
conduct organizational activities in the University.
Activity permit should be secured from the SAO for all student-
related activities.
For initiation rites or practices as a prerequisite for
membership in a fraternity, sorority, or organization, the
rules and regulations governing the conduct of such
activity shall be strictly imposed, observed, and followed.
Failure to comply with this requirement is a serious
misconduct of all the officers of the fraternity, sorority,
or organization, which is punishable by exclusion. If any
student subjected to the initiation rites suffers any injury,
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shall be imposed, without any prejudice to whatever civil

and criminal liabilities that may arise.
The presence of the adviser or his/her duly authorized
representative is compulsory to all activities conducted inside or
outside the campus.
During parties and celebrations, the faculty adviser or his/her duly
authorized representative must stay with the group until the
scheduled time permitted by the Campus Director as endorsed by
the SAO.
The advisers, officers principally and the members shall be
responsible for any untoward incident that may occur whenever
such activities are conducted without the proper permits.
All socials and programs of the student organization should be
cleared one (1) week before the date of the activity.
The officers of the organization or the class must submit a report
on all student activities, which must be submitted three (3) days
after each activity.
A financial statement shall also be included in the report, to be
signed and attested by the President, Treasurer and any other
responsible officer of the group. Any misrepresentation in the
report or any misappropriation of the fund shall be sanctioned
accordingly.
The failure to submit the required report to the SAO may be a
cause for the non-issuance of the activity permit for the next
activity.
No student activity by any organization shall be allowed one (1)
school week before the preliminary, midterm, semi-final, and final
examinations.
Any violation hereof is considered a serious offense. The offender
is subject to appropriate disciplinary sanctions.

2. NATURE OF ACTIVITIES. The nature of organization activities included

in this procedure are the following:
Mental development/education (symposium, lecture, immersions,
forum, quiz bowls, etc.);
Spiritual/Religious (retreat, recollection, bible studies, etc.);
Community service (tree planting, inter-barangay sports fest,
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Physical, sports and recreational (organizational sport Olympics,

etc.);
Socio-cultural (stage plays, declamation/oratorical contests, band
concert);
Commerce, trade or fund-raising (disco, concerts, film showing
sponsorship, raffle draw, etc.); and
Celebrations (anniversary, organization rites, ring hop, graduation
ball, etc.).

L. OFF-CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
Consistent with CHEd Memorandum Order No. 63 series of 2017, this
policy aims to rationalize the conduct of off-campus activities authorized by the
University.

1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Upon prior approval by the University, colleges, departments, and
student organizations are allowed to conduct off-campus
activities, such as but not limited to:
Curricular
Educational Tours or Field Visits
Visits to reputable firms or
government sites and other areas
identified as safe for students by
the local government unit (LGU)
concerned;
Culture and arts related activities
such as visits to museums, cultural
sites, landmarks, and other related
venues; or
Plant industry visit, host training
establishment visit, and other
related visits.
Participation and/or attendance in degree
program-related events; and
Field study or experiential learning or related
learning experience;
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Mission-based activities (e.g. retreat, recollection, etc.);

Conventions, seminars, conferences, symposiums,
trainings, and teambuilding activities;
Volunteer work including peer helper programs, relief operations,
community outreach and immersion;
Advocacy projects and campaigns;
Participation in sports activities;
Activities initiated by various recognized student groups;
Interschool competitions or tournaments; and
Culture and arts performances andcompetitions.
Participation to the activity is strictly voluntary and not
compulsory;
The activity shall not be made a substitute of a major examination
for the purpose of compelling students to participate;
Only students enrolled in a subject/course conducting the activity
are allowed to participate;
A complementary/substitute activity shall be given to students
who cannot be able to participate or who opt not to join the
activity. A non-participating student must not be given a failing
mark for not participating in the activity, but will be graded based
on the accomplishment of the complimentary/substitute activity;
and
Students with special needs such as persons with disabilities
(PWDs) shall be given due consideration.

2. PROCEDURE BEFORE THE ACTIVITY

For activities of similar nature conducted by a particular college or
department, it is advisable for the college Dean/Chairperson to
collect all activity plans from their respective faculty members one
(1) month before the opening of the classes for alignment,
regulation, and monitoring of all activities conducted by the
faculty in relation to the courses or subjects;
If the activity is part of the curriculum/course, the proponent
(faculty-in-charge, SBO adviser, or department dean/chairperson)
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will use and accomplish during the conduct of the activity, giving
emphasis on the relevant competencies and lessons to be
learned. The assessment of learning outcomes must follow the
University grading system;
The proponent must conduct a consultation and/or orientation
with the concerned students and stakeholders regarding the plans
for the activity:
The destination and schedule of the activity should be
relevant to the subject matter. As much as practicable,
the destination of the activity should be near the
University in order to minimize cost. Destination or
location of an activity must be ascertained in order not to
put the lives of the participants in danger or high risk (i.e.
habal-habal as a means of transportation, zip-line as part
of an activity, overloaded banka going to an open sea,
etc.);
All financial requirements of the activity must be
reflected and discussed in detail. There must be no
hidden charges that may be asked from the participants.
When the activity requires additional cost on the part of
the students, prior consultation with the concerned
students and stakeholders shall be undertaken; and
Preventive measures and emergency preparedness plan
must be established. The proponent shall describe
his/her various responsibilities and the measures or
actions to be taken in case of emergency (e.g. if a
participant gets sick or someone gets lost);
The proponent must then secure and accomplish the Activity
Permit from the SAO; submit for pre-evaluation to the Dean for
curricular activities, Vice Chancellor for Administration for service
departments, SAO for student organizations; and submit the same
for final approval to the Campus Director and/or Vice Chancellor
for Academics/Administration. The form should be submitted at
least one (1) month prior to any scheduled activity;
Participating students must submit medical clearances issued by
the University clinic before allowing them to join the given
activity;
There must be an individual or group insurance for students,
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To ensure safety and welfare of mobility of students,

transportation vehicles owned by the University or third party or
subcontractor must be utilized, upon proof of valid vehicle
registration, insurance coverage, driver’s license, roadworthiness;
The proponent must inform the parents/guardians of the
participants about the specifics of the activity, its actual cost, and
the precautionary measures in place;
Students must then submit a duly notarized Parent’s/Guardian’s
Permit/Consent. Failure to submit this document will disallow
participation in the activity;
The teacher-student ratio must be 1 teacher for every 35-50
students; thus, the proponent may request the assistance of other
faculty members (provided, he/she belongs to the same college)
to serve as personnel-in-charge;
The proponent and accompanying personnel-in-charge must put
in writing that they accept the responsibility of conducting the
activity; take the necessary precautions and safety of the
participants; and be held responsible for whatever incident
detrimental to the participants that may occur in the conduct of
the activity;
The University Administration may approve the activity on
account of the relevance and impact to the course/subject, as
well as the financial soundness of the activity;
Before the actual scheduled activity, the proponent shall brief the
concerned students and/or parents/guardians, if the student is a
minor, about the precautionary measures that will be undertaken
in the course of the activity; and
The personnel-in-charge must completely accomplish the duly
signed and notarized Certificate of Compliance and Report of
Compliance of the above requirements at least 15 days before the
conduct of the activity.

3. PROCEDURE DURING THE ACTIVITY

The activity may be conducted for at most seven (7) days, unless
necessary and duly approved to be more than seven (7) days;
The personnel-in-charge shall:
Accompany the students from the time they assemble
for the activity up to debriefing;
Ensure the provision of the allowable seating capacity of
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Ensure that the approved schedule of activities is strictly followed

or, when the need arises, properly adjusted.
No activity shall be conducted a week prior and/or on the week of
the preliminary, midterm, semi-final, and final examinations. In
the same way, no activity shall be conducted after the final
examination as a fulfillment or culmination to any course or
subject;
Whenever necessary for the safety and convenience of the
touring party in the destination or location, advance and proper
coordination with the local government units with appropriate
clearance from the concerned government and non-government
offices shall be secured before the scheduled activity;
In the event that tour guides will be utilized in the destination or
location, only accredited tour operators and tour guides from the
Department of Tourism shall be engaged by the touring party; and
Approved activities shall automatically be cancelled if the weather
becomes a threat to the welfare of the participants (i.e. bad
weather, typhoon, etc.), unless said condition would warrant
training enhancement of the participants (i.e. Nautical students
for bad weather condition management at sea, etc.).

4. PROCEDURE AFTER THE ACTIVITY

After the conduct of the activity, the proponent must undertake a
debriefing program, which includes, among others, the reflection
of the learning experiences, duly documented in the
observation/learning journal;
The financial, documentation, and assessment reports of the
activity must be submitted to the Dean/Chairperson and copy
furnished to the Student Affairs Office; and
It shall be unlawful for any University student and/or employee to
personally profit from the activity. Any violation of this provision
will subject the student and/or employee to disciplinary sanction
for gross misconduct.

M. LIBRARY SERVICES
1. LIBRARY HOURS
Mondays through Fridays: 7:30 AM-8:00 PM

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Saturdays: 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

The library hours may vary per campus.

2. GENERAL RULES. In order to perform its functions to the satisfaction

of all students in the library, the following rules must be observed:
Silence and proper decorum must be observed at all times.
Cellular phones must be switched off while in the library.
Smoking, eating, sleeping or doing industrial works are not
allowed.
Chairs must be pushed back against the table after using and must
not be transferred from one place to another.
The library should be kept clean and orderly.
Books in the reading areas should not be returned to the shelves
but be left on the table or on the small shelves to avoid them
from being misplaced.

3. USE OF SCHOOL ID IN LIBRARY

All bona fide students of the University can borrow library
materials upon presentation of valid school ID. A school ID is a
permit to enter and use library materials. It must be shown every
time a student borrows library materials. The school ID is non-
transferable. Students caught using another school ID will have
their school ID confiscated.
Validated school ID must be presented when borrowing library
materials at the loan desk.
Students who want to reproduce any of the library materials
should ask permission from the Section in-charge, sign the book
card, and leave their school ID.

4. CONTROL PROCEDURE
Every library user should wear his/her school ID before entering
the library. No school ID, no entry.
Upon leaving the library, every student will be required to:
Open and show their bags, folders, and big envelopes.
Show for inspection the due date card of every library material
to be taken outside of the library.

5. BORROWING OF LIBRARY MATERIALS

Reference books may be borrowed for three (3) days only,
renewable for another three (3) days, unless needed by other

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students. Students may be allowed to borrow a maximum of two

(2) reference books at a time.
Reserved books may be borrowed for an hour, subject to renewal,
if not in demand within the library only. They may be charged out
for overnight use starting at 5:00 PM and must be returned at
8:00 AM the following day.
Fiction books may be borrowed for one (1) week, renewable, if
not in demand.
A week before final examination, books can no longer be
borrowed for home use.
The following materials are to be read only in the library and
within their designated section:
General reference, such as encyclopedia, dictionary,atlas, books
in set, etc.;
Filipiniana books;
Periodicals (i.e. newspapers, magazines and journals);and
Other materials intended for library use only (i.e. theses and
CDs/DVDs)
The student should present his/her valid school ID; and
The student should fill out the book card with his/her name,
course, and year, written legibly.

6. FINES AND PENALTIES

For overdue books:
Reserved books: PhP 1.00 for first hour and PhP 0.50 for
every succeeding hour. It includes Sundays and Holidays.
Reference books: PhP 1.00 a day, including Sundays andHolidays.
Fiction books: PhP 0.50 a day, including Sundays andHolidays.
PhP 10.00 a day will be charged for unreturned reserved books
and periodicals borrowed for photocopying use.
Lost books must be reported immediately to the loan desk officer
and be replaced or paid within 15 days, after which charges will
be reported to the Cashier’s Office to the account of the person
concerned. Charges include the following:
Current price of the book
Processing fee of PhP 25.00
Accrued fines

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Fines may vary per campus.

Habitual delinquency. Suspension of the privilege to borrow
library materials is imposed against students who are frequently
late in returning books and who willfully disregard library
regulations.
Mutilating and stealing. Students caught or proven to be stealing
and mutilating library property are recommended for disciplinary
action by the SAO.

7. VIDEO TAPES
All bona fide students can borrow videotapes for a period of time
depending on the availability and demand of the material from
the circulation section:
Mondays through Fridays: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM
Saturdays: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
Video tapes should be previewed before they are charged out
from the loan desk.
Borrower should rewind the videotape before returning it back to
the loan desk.
A fine of PhP 20.00 per day will be charged for tapes not returned
on time.
Lost video tape should be replaced with the same title and
quality.

8. INTERNET
All bona fide students of the University can use the internet
facilities of the library upon presentation of their valid school ID.
Students are charged a minimal amount for the use of the
internet services.
Printing of searched topics is also permitted for a fee.
Access to sexually explicit materials is strictly prohibited. Students
caught accessing to sexually explicit sites will be dealt with
accordingly.
Talking, eating, drinking and smoking are strictly prohibited inside
the room.
Companions and bystanders are not allowed.

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N. MEDICAL-DENTAL SERVICES
A student with medical or dental problem can avail himself/herself of
services on a first-come-first-serve basis. He/she can avail himself/herself of
the University clinic’s services by presenting his/her valid school ID, study load,
library card or certification from any University personnel or teacher certifying
that he/she is officially enrolled.

Only University students, faculty members and personnel can avail

themselves of the medical/dental services. Immediate dependents are required
to submit a waiver signed by the Human Resource officer of the University.

1. MEDICAL SERVICE
The clinic is open at 8:00 AM-9:00 PM on school days. No noon
break. However, clinic hours may vary per campus.
Medical services:
Consultation
Physical examination
Issuance of medical clearance to:
SOLAS
Employees for SSS, sick leaves, employment,etc.
Students for absences and referral to specialdoctor
Health information dissemination
Counseling or family planning
Individual health information
Taking of blood pressure
Dressing of wounds
Nebulization
Health program for the prevention and control of
diseases in coordination with other government
agencies.
First aid services during special events like enrollment,
Intramurals, etc.
Nursing student affiliates:
Taking of vital signs
Environmental sanitation
Health teaching

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Personal hygiene
Nutrition
Health information guide
Free initial doses of medicine are given to students
having minor ailments such as headache, abdominal
pain, diarrhea, cough, colds, and fever.
Annual physical examination to all PE 1 college students.
The University physician grants certification for PE exemption to a
student, only after a thorough physical examination is completed.
Medical certificates are issued only to students who are examined
and treated by the University clinic's physician.
No injection is administered except for the following purposes: In
case of emergency, for immunization and upon the request of the
family physician and other health agencies for the continuance of
a prescribed injection.
Medical certificates issued by an outside physician should be
validated by the school physician within two (2) weeks from
issuance. Only validated medical certificates will be accepted by
the instructors.
Complicated cases are referred to nearby hospitals. Students may
avail themselves of the services of the University physician or they
can choose their own attending physicians. Medico-legal cases are
referred to government hospital.
Dispensing medicines in the clinic must be given to the person
concerned, not to a representative sent to the clinic to avoid any
untoward side effects.
Students shall shoulder the expense of other medicines
prescribed by the University physician after consultation.

2. DENTAL SERVICE
The dental clinic is open at 8:00 AM-12:00 NN and at 1:00 PM-
5:00 PM during school days. However, dental clinic hours may
vary per campus.
Dental services:
Daily consultation and treatment
Annual dental examination to all first year college
students, transferees, returnees and PE 1 students.
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Oral prophylaxis. Patients with periodontal problems and

ulcerative gingivitis are referred to hospitals or family and private
dentists.
Issuance of temporary exemption from classes and duties after
thorough examination or upon submission of a dental certificate
from an attending dentist.
Giving out of initial dosage of prescribed medicines after
consultation and extraction.
Individual dental health instruction
Referral to hospitals or family and private dentists for complicated
cases that need further management.
Dental certificates are issued only to students who had undergone
tooth extraction and those with records of dental consultation.
Parents and guardians with a duly signed dental clearance should
accompany minor students seeking tooth extraction.
Submission of medical certificate from an attending physician for
students, faculty members and employees with medical
compromises like heart illness, asthmatic, diabetic, etc.
Only simple tooth extraction cases are to be performed in the
clinic. Impacted and third molars, prosthodontics, ortho and endo
cases are referred to private dentists and hospitals.

O. GUIDANCE SERVICES
1. COUNSELING SERVICE. This is the heart of guidance services. The
major goal of this service is to help students become the person
he/she is capable of becoming. It employs a variety of techniques to
better serve the clientele.

2. FOLLOW-UP SERVICE. It is concerned with what happens to students

while in school particularly the monitoring of behaviors and factors
affecting academic performance of students.

3. INFORMATION SERVICE. It provides progressive personal growth and

development of skills, talents, habits, and values through intensive
training and development seminars and group guidance activities. This
service provides orientation of guidance services and available

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information classified as occupational, educational, and socio-personal

through orientation, seminar and trainings.

4. ORIENTATION SERVICE. The Guidance Center organizes the regular

Student Orientation Week. It also conducts the Guidance Awareness
Campaign, which is designed to help students become acquainted
with the different guidance personnel and be able to familiarize
themselves with the different services offered by the center.

5. STUDENT INVENTORY. This service provides a synthesis about the

individual that can be used to gain an understanding of him/her, as
he/she is potentially capable of becoming.

6. APPRAISAL SERVICE. Students can avail themselves of different kinds

of psychological tests at the Guidance Center. It provides objective
data about the client regarding his/her abilities, aptitude,
achievement, intelligence, and personality traits in addition to
information obtained from interviews, reports and other sources.

7. CONSULTATION SERVICE. It provides opportunity for other

stakeholders to confer their concessions.

8. PEER FACILITATING PROGRAM. It trains students who willingly

volunteer their services, who act as junior counselors and who are
always ready to help fellow students.

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STUDENT APPEARANCE
& DISCIPLINE
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A. SCHOOL UNIFORM
Personal appearance and appropriate attire are important to the learning
atmosphere in the University. The most important elements of uniforms are
conformity and consistency. All clothing must be neat, clean, and modest. In
this manner, the University’s dress code aims to establish campus safety,
improve school spirit, and equalize varied socioeconomic backgrounds. As such,
the University reserves the right to judge appropriateness of school attire.

1. USE OF UNIFORM. The uniform is a standard statement that the

University cares about, thus, it should be worn neatly and with pride.
Female college students are required to wear the prescribed
school uniform. A college or department may prescribe a school
uniform for its male students after authorization has been
obtained from the SAO and approved by the Chancellor.
Students from any college or department with duly approved
prescribed uniform are expected to properly observe the wearing
of the prescribed uniform and are required to follow the
University’s dress code.
Old students must wear their complete uniform one (1) week
after opening of class. New students must wear their complete
uniform two (2) weeks after class begins.
Students are required to wear the prescribed uniform while in the
campus from Mondays through Fridays, except Wednesday and in
cases designated by their respective colleges.
PE uniform is worn during PE class days.
For students with skirt uniforms, the length should not be more
than one inch above the knee.

2. PROHIBITED OR IMPROPER ATTIRE. Students who are not in proper

uniform shall be refused entry to the campus, except in cases
endorsed by the Dean and approved by the SAO. Students caught
inappropriately wearing their uniform inside and outside the campus
shall be subject to disciplinary actions. The wearing of the following
attires inside the campus is prohibited:
Slippers, sandals, or bakya of whatever kind, style or shape.
Wearing of sleeveless shirts commonly known as sando.
Indecent, revealing, or provocative clothing or dress like
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3. UNIFORM EXEMPTION. In case a student cannot wear the prescribed

uniform due to a valid reason, he/she must seek for uniform
exemption from the SAO at the start of the class.
Qualifications for uniform exemption:
Pregnant women;
Married students;
Students who are legitimately working with entities, firms or
establishments not duly owned by the applicants’ family and
relatives;
Students over 35 years of age;
Cross-enrollees;
Second coursers; and
Special Cases.
Requirements for uniform exemption:
Application form (available at SAO);
Two 2x2 colored picture;
Authenticated married certificate for married women;
Authenticated photocopy of permit to cross enroll for cross
enrollees;
NSO Birth Certificate; and
Certificate of employment for employee applicants.
Procedure for uniform exemption:
Ask for an Exemption Application Form from SAO;
Fill-out the application form, attach the requireddocuments and
a 2x2 picture;
Submit the said application form to SAO for evaluation and
approval;
Upon approval, pay the required fees for the Exemption Card at
the cashier;
Submit the receipt as proof of payment; and
Claim Exemption Card.
Important rules on uniform exemption:
The Uniform Exemption Card is non-transferable and renewable
every semester.
The student having an Exemption Card must present it to the
guard upon his/her entry to the University.
Any student who uses unauthorized Exemption Card shall be
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B. HAIRCUT, LENGTH, STYLE, AND COLOR

Students must observe proper haircut, style, and color, and have their hair
trimmed periodically. This is primarily intended to establish a sense of
community and promote a culture of shared values within the campus and in
the way students present themselves and the University wherever they are.

1. PRESCRIBED HAIR. In general, the prescribed hair length for male

students in colleges other than Criminology and Maritime courses
shall not exceed beyond their collar line and eye sight. It must be
trimmed periodically. The Criminology and Maritime colleges shall
determine their respective prescribed haircut, hairstyle and hair
length. The colleges may determine the prescribed hairstyle, hair
length, and/or haircut for their female students, taking into
consideration the nature of their studies and the requirements of the
industry or profession.

2. IMPROPER HAIR. Students must avoid having outrageous, appalling,

atrocious, shocking, or inappropriate hairstyle and colors (i.e. hair
colored red, blue, violet, and other loud colors). Hairstyle must be
neat, clean, and modest. The University reserves the right to judge
appropriateness for student’s haircut, length, style, and color.

3. REFUSAL OF ENTRY. The University has the right to refuse entry to

students who do not comply with the prescribed haircut, length, style,
and color. Repeated non-compliance of this policy shall subject the
concerned student to appropriate sanctions.

C. SCHOOL IDENTIFICATION CARD (ID)

The school ID shall be worn at all times while inside the campus. The
school ID is non-transferable and is issued by the University Library.

1. NON-WEARING OF SCHOOL ID. The sanctions for non-wearing of

school ID inside the campus for students are as follows:
Frequency Sanction
1st offense Verbal warning by any authorized University official.
The latter shall inform verbally or in writing about the

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violation to the concerned college Head/Dean, SAO, or

any authorized University official who shall, in turn,
properly note or log such infraction.
2nd offense Head/Dean concerned, SAO, or any authorized
University official shall issue written reprimand to
offender, after the student submits a written
explanation with the parent’s signature.
3rd offense Head/Dean, SAO, or any authorized University official
sends home the repeated offender for the day, which
shall be considered as an official absence.
4th offense Head/Dean, SAO, or any authorized University official
recommends the student for investigation for approval
of a one-week suspension from class of the offender,
which shall be considered as official absence.

2. PROHIBITED ACTS. The following acts are prohibited:

Using the school ID or study load belonging to another student of
the University.
Changing the picture appearing on said school ID.
Making any other change/s to make the school ID appear as
his/her own.

3. REPLACEMENT OF LOST SCHOOL ID The following are the guidelines

for the replacement of lost school ID:
Secure an Affidavit of Loss from any licensed lawyer available;
Go to SAO and present the Affidavit;
SAO issues a school ID Issuance Form;
Go to Dean/Chairperson for the latter’s signature;
Go to CSU Head for the signing of the form;
Go to Cashier for payment; and
Go to Library for school ID issuance.

D. EARRINGS AND BODY PIERCING

The University considers it inappropriate for male students to wear
earrings, nose ring, and the like; thus, it is prohibited.

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E. STUDENT OFFENSES AND PENALTIES

Every private school shall maintain good student discipline pursuant to the
recognized authority and prerogative of private schools to promulgate rules
and regulations as deemed necessary from time to time, effective from the
date of their promulgation unless otherwise specified. Consistent with present
DepEd and CHEd policies and in line with the proper and appropriate statutes
and jurisprudence of the land, the University promulgates the following rules
and regulations to govern discipline within and outside the campus:

LEGEND:
W – Warning S – Suspension
A – Written Apology EXC – Exclusion
CD – Campus Duty EXP – Expulsion
RD – Reparation of Damage

1. LIGHT OFFENSES. The following acts are Frequency and Penalty

considered light offenses or infractions
committed inside the campus and are
punishable by warning and reprimand on
the first time they are committed.
However, the second or third time that 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
the offense or infraction is committed
shall call for increasing sanction of
reprimand, suspension, or exclusion, as
the case may be.
1.2 Deliberate throwing of waste and
other forms of garbage in any part of
the campus that is not designated or W, A CD5 S2 S5
intended or indicated as receptacle
or depository of the same;
1.3 Spitting on the walls and floors of
the University, or any other act
deliberately designed to make the W, A CD5 S2 S5
University or any of its premises dirty
or unsanitary;
1.4 Wearing of slippers, sandals, or
bakya of whatever kind, style, or W, A CD5 S2 S5
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1.5 Wearing of sleeveless shirts

commonly known as sando inside W, A CD5 S2 S5
the campus;
1.6 Wearing of indecent or provocative
W, A CD5 S2 S5
clothing or dress inside the campus;
1.7 Non-wearing of the prescribed
school uniform when so prescribed
by the college or the University,
W, A CD5 S2 S5
except those who may be exempted
and are actually granted exemption
on semester basis;
1.8 Violation of haircut policy as
prescribed by the college or the W, A CD5 S2 S5
University;
1.9 Aiding, guiding, instigating,
conspiring, confederating or
confabulating with other students,
University authority or faculty
member, non-teaching personnel or W, A CD5 S2 S5
even with outsiders to commit any
slight infraction, violation, or
transgression of any University rule
or regulation;
1.10 Engaging in any unauthorized
assembly inside the campus,
resulting to the disruption,
disturbance, or stoppage of classes, W, A CD5 S2 S5
or any other authorized University
activities, performance, stage plays,
or presentations;
1.12 Deliberate non-returning of books CD5, CD10, S2, S5,
and other library materials; RD RD RD RD
1.13 Leaving the classroom, laboratory,
experiment room, or any other room
where academic requirements are
W, A CD5 S2 S5
being officially performed without
the knowledge or permission of the
teacher concerned.

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2. SERIOUS OFFENSES INSIDE THE Frequency and Penalty

CAMPUS. The following acts are
considered serious offenses or infractions
committed inside the campus and are 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
possibly punishable by the maximum
sanction of expulsion:
2.1 Smoking inside the campus; CD5 S2 S5
2.2 Carrying a deadly weapon such as a
bladed or pointed weapon,
sharpened buckle, Indian pana,
Batangas knife, Swiss knife, chako,
EXC /
metal knuckle, chain, and other A, S5
EXP
similar weapon that cause physical
injuries or death (as for the carrying
of a gun, it will be dealt with
accordingly);
2.3 Mutilation or destruction of any book
CD10, S2, S5,
magazine, newspaper, and other RD RD RD
EXC
library materials;
2.4 Delivery of an offensively lewd and
A, EXC /
indecent speech that contains sexual CD10
S5
EXP
metaphors;
2.5 Dishonesty
2.5.1 Forging or tampering of
University records, forms, or any
other related records or written
materials required by the
curriculum of a particular
A, EXC /
department in the University; CD20
S7
EXP
forging or tampering of any
transfer form; securing or using
such forged or tampered
materials, records, forms,
credentials or documents;
2.5.2 Obtaining a falsified grade or
A, EXC /
remark in the TOR either for a CD20
S7
EXP
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2.5.3 Paying a University employee

A, EXC /
to influence him in changing the CD20
S7
EXP
grade or remark in one’s TOR;
2.5.4 Cheating in the classroom or
laboratory during any
examination, experiment, or any
A, EXC /
academic exercise, relative to CD10
S5
EXP
academic requirements of the
department to which the
student belongs;
2.5.5 Using a school ID belonging to
another student of the
University; changing the picture
A, EXC /
appearing in said school ID; or CD10
S2
EXP
making any other change/s to
make the school ID appear as
his/her own;
2.5.6 Borrowing or lending school ID A, EXC /
S2
and study load; CD10 EXP
2.5.7 Taking the place of a new
student seeking admission to
the University in an examination
designed by the Guidance Office A,
S7
EXC /
or any department to test the CD20 EXP
intelligence, character, ability, or
aptitude of the said new
student; or
2.5.8 Unauthorized use of the official
seal of the University or
department; and contrivance,
A, EXC /
possession, or use of CD20
S5
EXP
instruments, implements, or
materials for forgery or
falsification;
EXC /
2.6 Drug dependency; EXP
2.7 Drunkenness
2.7.1 Possession of any intoxicating EXC /
S7
materials of whatever kind; EXP
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any intoxicating materials of EXP

whatever kind or class; or
2.7.3 Entering the campus or
attending the class under the EXC /
S5
influence of alcohol of whatever EXP
kind or class;
2.8 Gambling
2.8.1 Betting and all other forms of
vice such as playing cards, dice,
A, EXC /
hantak, kabit, bulitsi, piyat-piyat, CD10
S5
EXP
blackjack, last two, and other
forms of gambling; or
2.8.2 Mere possession of any
gambling paraphernalia inside
the campus, except when said
paraphernalia are to be used for
school purpose or as materials A, EXC /
S5
or props in school plays or CD10 EXP
presentations, classroom plays,
or presentations, or for similar
school-related or school-
required activities;
2.9 Gross misconduct
A, EXC /
2.9.1 Insubordination; CD10
S5
EXP
2.9.2 Acts of subversion or such
other similar acts as are inimical EXP
to the interest, safety, and
stability of the State;
2.9.3 Formation of illegal
organizations like those
associations or organizations
whose aims and purposes are EXP
against the law, good morals,
good customs, public order, or
public safety;
2.9.4 Assaulting any University
EXC /
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personnel, security guard, or

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representative;
2.9.5 Fistfights, rumbles, tumultuous
affrays, or any other forms of
fight or physical confrontation,
or any quarrel or similar forms EXC /
A, S5 S7
of misconduct, that cause or EXP
tend to cause any disturbance to
campus peace and tranquility, or
any danger to life or limb;
2.9.6 Grave threats, light threats, or
intimidation on any University
EXC /
student, official, teacher, A, S5 S7
EXP
personnel, security guard, or
representative;
2.9.7 Preventing or threatening any
University student, official,
teacher, personnel, security
EXC /
guard, or representative from A, S5 S7
EXP
discharging their duties,
attending their classes, or
entering the campus;
2.9.8 Resistance and/or disobedience
to any lawful order of the duly
constituted authorities of the A, EXC /
S7
University or its agents, CD10 EXP
representatives, or security
guards;
2.9.9 Estafa, theft, larceny, or other
analogous crimes committed
against any University student, EXC /
official, teacher, personnel, EXP
security guard, or
representative;
2.9.10 Extorting, mulcting, or
periodic unauthorized
solicitations of any amount of EXC /
money, quantity of goods or EXP
materials, or any volume of
property from the students

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and/or from any person inside

the campus;
2.9.11 Unauthorized fund-raising
activities and solicitations of
money, property, goods, or the
EXC /
like from any University student, S5 S7
EXP
official, teacher, personnel,
security guard, or
representative;
2.9.12 Unauthorized solicitations of
EXC /
money, property, goods, or the S5 S7
EXP
like from outside sources;
2.9.13 Stealing or asportation of
books and other similar
materials from the University
EXC /
libraries, laboratories, S5 S7
EXP
audiovisual rooms, functions
rooms, and other similar places
in the University;
2.9.14 Disrupting classes and
EXC /
barricading the University S5 S7
EXP
entrance;
EXC /
2.9.15 Selling examination paper; S5 S7
EXP
2.9.16 Lying at the hearing on the EXC /
S2 S7
charges against himself; EXP
2.9.17 Assaulting, boxing, stoning,
stabbing, and other forms of
physical attacks or assaults
EXC /
against any University student, EXP
official, teacher, personnel,
security guard, or
representative;
EXC /
2.9.18 Beating up another student; A, S5
EXP
2.9.19 Attempting to bribe the Dean EXC /
S2 S7
or teacher; EXP
2.9.20 Refusing to identify the
EXC /
student who violated a S2 S7
EXP
University regulation when

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he/she knew;

2.9.21 Failure or refusal to follow the

EXC /
procedure in the rules on S2 S7
EXP
fraternities or sororities;
2.9.22 Forcing a student to become a
EXC /
member of a fraternity or S2 S7
EXP
sorority;
2.9.23.Preventing a student-member
from leaving the fraternity or
sorority in violation of the S2 S7
EXC /
person’s liberty to join, not join, EXP
or to discontinue joining the
organization;
EXC /
2.10 Hazing; EXP
EXC /
2.11 Hooliganism; S5
EXP
EXC /
2.12 Bullying; S10
EXP
2.13 Immorality
2.13.1 Possession, distribution, or
use of any pornographic
material, whether through EXC /
CD10 S7
cellular phones, compact discs, EXP
magazines, posters, pictures, or
illustrations;
2.13.2 Acts of lasciviousness, lewd,
EXC /
or indecent language and other S5 S7
EXP
similar acts inside the campus;
2.13.3 Abortion, in the case of a
pregnant female student by
EXC /
herself, through a doctor, or any EXP
student; aiding in abortion by a
pregnant student; or
EXC /
2.13.4 Immoral relationship; EXP
2.14 Instigating or leading illegal strikes
or similar concerted activities,
resulting in the stoppage of class

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2.14.1 Aiding, guiding, instigating,

conspiring, confederating, or
confabulating with any
University student, official,
teacher, personnel, security EXC /
guard, or representative, or EXP
even outsiders to commit any
violation, infraction, or
transgression of any University
rule and regulation; or
2.14.2 Engaging in any unauthorized
assembly inside the campus,
resulting in disruption,
EXC /
disturbance, or stoppage of EXP
class, or any other authorized
school activities, performances,
stage plays, or presentations;
2.15 Malversation or misappropriation of RD,
funds of the class, the student EXC /
organization or the University; EXP
EXC /
2.16 Plagiarism; S5 S7
EXP
2.17 Selling, using and/or possession of
prohibited drugs (i.e. marijuana, EXC /
opium, shabu, cocaine, etc.) and EXP
paraphernalia;
2.18 Vandalism
2.18.1 Any act causing the painting
or inscription of words, figures,
or caricatures on any part of any RD,
RD, RD,
school building or structure, CD10 S5
EXC /
resulting in the painting or EXP
inscription of graffiti in said
places;
2.18.2 Destroying, defacing, or
RD,
dirtying any University property, RD, RD,
EXC /
walls, floors, basements, or any S3 S5
EXP
other portion of the campus; or

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2.18.3 Removing, tearing, detaching,

or any other form of destruction
of any authorized posters,
RD,
streamers, or other RD, RD,
EXC /
paraphernalia, duly approved for CD10 S5
EXP
display, posting, or circulation by
the proper University
authorities;
2.19 Any other serious or grave
misconduct, misdemeanor, or EXC /
S5 S7
offense not mentioned in this EXP
Student Manual;
2.20 Any other serious or grave
misconduct, misdemeanor, offense, EXC /
or gross negligence, resulting to EXP
serious injury or loss; or
2.21 Any other infraction, misfeasance,
malfeasance, or violation punishable
under this Student Manual, Revised
EXC /
Penal Code of the Philippines, special EXP
law, MORPS, or any other existing
DepEd and CHEd rules, memoranda,
circulars, and orders.

3. SERIOUS OFFENSES OUTSIDE THE Frequency and Penalty

CAMPUS. The following acts are
considered serious offenses or infractions
although committed outside the campus 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
and are possibly punishable by the
maximum sanction of exclusion:
3.1 Assaulting any University student,
EXC /
official, teacher, personnel, security EXP
guard or representative;
3.2 Possession and/or using marijuana EXC /
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3.3 Illegal possession of deadly weapon

such as a bladed or pointed weapon,
sharpened buckle, Indian pana,
Batangas knife, Swiss knife, chako, EXC /
A, S5
metal knuckle, chain, and other EXP
similar weapon that cause physical
injuries or death (as for carrying of a
gun, it will be dealt with accordingly);
EXC /
3.4 Seriously assaulting another person; EXP
EXC /
3.5 Hooliganism; S5
EXP
EXC /
3.5 Bullying; S5
EXP
EXC /
3.6 Hazing; EXP
EXC /
3.7 Sexual misconduct; EXP
EXC /
3.8 Immorality; EXP
3.9 Romantic or immoral relationship EXC /
with a married person; EXP
RD,
3.10 Vandalism on either private or RD, RD,
EXC /
public buildings; S2 S5
EXP
3.11 Crashing a private party; refusing to
RD,
leave when requested to do so; RD, RD,
EXC /
undressing; striking or stoning at a S2 S5
EXP
house/venue;
3.12 Conviction for contempt of court for S5
EXC /
disobeying a restraining order; EXP
3.13 Being drunk and disorderly in the
EXC /
streets or public places in violation of S5 S7
EXP
an ordinance;
3.14 Inflicting physical injuries to another
RD,
student whether under or without RD, RD,
EXC /
the influence of liquor; causing S5 S7
EXP
damage to property;
EXC /
3.15 Challenging another to a fistfight; A S5
EXP
3.16 Accepting a challenge and causing RD,
RD, RD,
injuries to another and/or damage to S5 S7
EXC /
property EXP

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3.17 Unauthorized use of the name of a

EXC /
teacher as a co-author of an article S5 S7
EXP
to assure its publication;
3.18 Misconduct that affects the morale
or efficiency of the University, or is
EXC /
adverse to the University’s good S7
EXP
order, welfare, and advancement of
its students;
3.19 Mauling of a professor or teacher EXC /
off-campus; EXP

3.20 Fistfights, rumbles, tumultuous

affrays, or any other forms of fights,
physical confrontation, quarrel, or
similar forms of misconduct that may
cause or tend to cause any EXC /
A, S7
disturbance to public peace and EXP
tranquility or any danger to life or
limb committed in any mall, store,
public place, or any place where the
public congregates;
3.21 Grave threats, light threats, or
intimidation on any University EXC /
A, S7
student, official, teacher, personnel, EXP
security guard or representative;
3.22 Drinking beer, liquor, or any
intoxicating drink in any store,
EXC /
restaurant, or establishment within CD5 S3 S5
EXP
the 100-meter radius from the
campus;
3.23 If still a minor student, drinking
beer, liquor, or any intoxicating drink
EXC /
in any store, restaurant, or CD5 S3 S5
EXP
establishment, in violation of a city
or municipal ordinance;
3.24 Incidents committed outside the
University on an occasion that is not EXC /
CD5 S3 S5
school-sponsored or connected with EXP
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3.25 Cases of violation of off-campus

University policies or regulations EXC /
S5 S7
occurring in connection with a EXP
school-sponsored activity;
3.26 Cases where the misconduct of the
student involves his/her status as a EXC /
S7
student or affects the good name or EXP
reputation of the University;
3.27 Using the University’s name in
academic and non-academic
competitions, student conferences,
and other activities of the campus,
without explicit prior written
recommendation of the concerned
college or department Dean/Head or A CD5 CD10 S2
adviser of the group so using the
name of the University;
endorsement by the SAO; and
approval by the Vice Chancellor for
Administrative Affairs/Campus
Director;
3.28 Grave threats, light threats, or
intimidation on University student, EXC /
A, S5 S7
official, teacher, personnel, security EXP
guard or representative; or
3.29 Any other serious or grave
misconduct or scandal that casts
EXC /
aspersion on, or tarnish or damage S7
EXP
the image or name of the University
or other members of the University.

F. PROCEDURE IN DISCIPLINARY INVESTIGATION

Administrative disciplinary investigations are summary in nature and the
degree of proof sufficient to support a finding that respondent is liable as
alleged is substantial evidence. If respondent is liable, the proper sanction shall
be meted out. If not, the case shall be dismissed.

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1. WHO MAY FILE. Any student, trainee, teacher, employee,

administrator, or any concerned person may report or file a complaint.
The parent or guardian may also complain in behalf of his/her ward-
student. The University, through any of its office heads, may also motu
proprio request for or initiate an investigation of a student.

2. CONTENTS. The complaint in writing must contain the following

information:
The name/s and address/es or contact details of the
complainant/s;
The name/s and address/es or contact details of the
respondent/s;
The cause of action of the complaint;
The specific circumstances of the cause of action; and
The name/s of any witness/es, if any.
All pertinent papers or documents in support of the complaint are
to be attached whenever practicable or available.

3. WHERE TO FILE. The complaint may be filed with the Office of the
Student Affairs / Dean / Principal, unless it is the SAO Director / Dean /
Principal who signs the complaint.

4. INVESTIGATING OFFICER. The SAO Director/Dean/Principal or his/her

authorized representatives shall serve as the investigating officer.
After receipt of the complaint, the investigating officer shall determine
whether or not it is sufficient to start the investigation.
If it is not sufficient yet, the investigating officer shall either
dismiss the complaint or refer it back for further inquiry.
If it is sufficient, the investigating officer shall follow the rest of
this procedure.

5. NOTICE OF INVESTIGATION. The investigating officer shall

immediately furnish the respondent a notice of investigation,
containing the following:
Copy of the complaint;
Order directing the respondent to file a written answer within five
(5) days from receipt of the notice;
Statement informing the respondent of his/her rights to examine
the evidence against him/her during investigation proper; to

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present his/her own evidence; and to acquire the service of

counsel of his/her choice, if he/she so desires; and
Date of the conference/hearing.

6. PREVENTIVE SUSPENSION. This suspension is not a penalty, but only a

preventive measure. A student under investigation may be
preventively suspended from entering the school premises and from
attending classes, when the evidence of guilt is strong, and the
investigating officer is morally convinced that the continued stay of
the student pending investigation would cause sufficient distraction to
the normal operations of the University or would pose real or
imminent threat or danger to persons and property inside the
University’s premises.

7. WRITTEN ANSWER. Within five (5) days from receipt of the notice of
investigation, the respondent shall file his/her written answer,
attaching the pertinent documents in support of his/her defense.

8. WAIVER. If respondent fails to file his/her written answer within the

period specified or fails to appear during the conference/hearing,
respondent shall be deemed to have waived his/her right to confront
the evidence against him/her and to present his/her evidence. The
investigation shall proceed accordingly. Any decision shall be based on
the evidence adduced during the investigation.

9. STUDENT DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE. After issuance of the notice of

investigation, the investigating officer then convenes the Student
Disciplinary Committee during the scheduled conference/hearing. It
shall be composed of the following:
SAO Director as chairperson;
Dean/Chairperson of the college of the concerned student/s as
member;
Guidance Counselor as member; and/or
Student representative as member;
Other University personnel as member, if necessary.

10. CONFERENCE/HEARING. The Student Disciplinary Committee shall

require the complainant/s and respondent/s concerned to attend the
conference/hearing, scheduled within five (5) days from issuance of
notice of investigation. The schedule of the conference/hearing may

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be moved to a later date, when needed. The committee shall notify

the parents or guardians of the student-complainant or student-
respondent involved at their last known address per University
records. If the parents or guardians fail to come during the
conference/hearing despite notice, the conference/hearing shall
proceed accordingly.

11. SUMMARY JUDGMENT. If on the basis of the pleadings or evidence on

record during the conference/hearing, the committee finds that there
is sufficient ground to render judgment, it shall consider the case
submitted for decision and the parties shall be informed accordingly.

12. JUDGMENT BASED ON POSITION PAPERS. Whenever summary

judgment is not appropriate, the committee may direct the parties to
the case to simultaneously submit the position papers with affidavits
of witnesses and other supporting evidence within three (3) working
days from notice of the directive or order to submit such documents,
after which the case shall be deemed submitted for decision.

13. JUDGMENT AFTER FURTHER INVESTIGATION. Where the committee

finds there are complicated factual issues involved that cannot be
resolved through position papers, or which need further clarification,
it shall conduct further investigation.
The committee may, if necessary, direct the parties and/or
witnesses to appear before it to answer clarificatory questions.
For this purpose, the committee may allow the parties to submit
suggested written clarificatory questions, which it may propound
to the parties concerned.
The committee has the authority to compel any University
personnel who may have any knowledge of the case to testify
during the investigation.

14. CASE RESOLUTION. The committee shall decide the case within 30
working days from the date of final submission of position papers or
date of final conference/hearing, whichever comes later. The decision
of the committee is final unless appealed to the Campus Director or
Vice Chancellor or University President/Chancellor.

15. APPEAL OR MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION. A motion for

reconsideration shall be considered an appeal. The appeal or motion

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for reconsideration shall state the reason or reasons why the decision
of the committee should be reversed or modified.
The Campus Director or Vice Chancellor or University
President/Chancellor shall consider the evidence adduced during
the investigation conducted by the committee.
If the committee’s decision is not appealed to the Chancellor, but
the recommended sanction is exclusion or expulsion, said decision
shall be subject to the University President/Chancellor’s final
determination whether to approve or not, or for whatever action
that may be deemed necessary and proper.
The decision of the University President/Chancellor is final and
immediately effective.

16. COPY OF DECISION. In any case, the complainant and respondent shall
each be furnished a copy of the decision directly to them or at their
last known address per University records.

G. DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS
1. LIGHT SANCTIONS. Light offenses carry the following sanctions:
Warning. To inform and caution the student of the consequences
of his/her conduct.
Probation. A notification that a student has been given a definite
period of time to show a mark of improvement in his/her conduct.
The probation will be terminated upon the first sign of a genuine
change on the part of the student. A student who has not shown
signs of improvement will be given retention or suspension.

2. SERIOUS SANCTIONS. Serious offenses, whether committed within or

outside the University campus, carry the following sanctions:
Suspension. This is a punitive suspension, which is different from
preventive suspension. The student is prevented from attending
class and thus also prevented from taking any examination,
quizzes, and graded recitations given during the specified period.
DepEd or CHEd may not be informed as long as the period
imposed does not exceed 20% of the prescribed total class days
for the school term.

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If the suspension period exceeds that limit, the University must

advise the appropriate DepEd or CHEd office, but only to notify
them and not to seek their approval within 10 days from the
termination of the investigation.
Exclusion. The student is excluded or immediately dropped from
the school roll and transfer credentials are immediately issued.
No prior approval by DepEd or CHEd is required in the imposition
of this penalty.
The decision of the University on every case involving the penalty
of exclusion, together with all the pertinent papers shall be
preserved in the University, in order to afford DepEd or CHEd the
opportunity to review the case in the event the student makes and
files an appeal with DepEd or CHEd.
Expulsion. This is an extreme penalty on an erring student. It
involves his/her exclusion from admission to any public or private
school in the Philippines and requires the prior approval of the
DepEd Secretary or CHEd Chairman, as the case may be.
The decision of the University on every case involving the penalty
of expulsion, together with all the supporting papers, shall be
forwarded to the Regional Office of DepEd or CHEd within 10 days
from the termination of the case.

3. COMMON SANCTIONS. The University may also impose in case of light

or serious offenses the penalty of written apology, campus duty, or
reparation of damages, when necessary.

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MISCELLANEOUS
PROVISIONS
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A. POLICY AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT

Consistent with the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act or RA 7877, this policy
aims to prevent any form of misconduct involving an act or series of unwanted,
unsolicited, or uninvited acts of demanding, requesting, or requiring any sexual
favor from another by a person or any other individual, who exercises
authority, influence, or moral ascendancy over another person or individual.

1. SCOPE. This policy covers the work, training, or education

environment of the University.

2. POSSIBLE OFFENDER. Regardless of the gender of the potential

offender and depending on the place where it is committed, such as in
a work, training, or educational environment, they are any of the
following:
Teachers;
Instructors;
Professors;
Coaches;
Trainers; or
Any other person having authority influence or moral ascendancy
over another.

3. CIRCUMSTANCES. Sexual harassment may be committed under the

following circumstances:
The offender demands, requests, or otherwise requires sexual
favor from the offended party.
Grant of sexual favors is made as a condition for the giving of a
passing grade, the granting of honor scholarships, or the payment
of stipend, allowance, or other benefits, privileges, or
considerations.
The sexual advances result in an intimidating, hostile, or offensive
environment for the student, trainee, or apprentice.
The offended party is one who is under the care, custody, or
supervision of the offender; or one whose education, training,
apprenticeship, or tutorship is interested to the offender.

4. FORMS. Sexual harassment may be committed under the following

forms:

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Physical:
Physical contact or malicious touching;
Over sexual advances;
Unwelcome, improper or any unnecessary gesture of sexual
nature; and
Any other suggestive expression or lewd insinuation.
Verbal, such as requests or demands for sexual favors or lurid
remarks.
Use of objects, pictures, letters or written notes with bold
persuasive sexual underpinning, which creates a hostile, offensive
or intimidating work or training environment, which is annoying
or disgusting to the victim.

5. PROCEDURE. The following is the procedure for handling sexual

harassment cases:
Complaint or Reporting System. A complaint or reporting system
is hereby installed whereby victims are encouraged to come
forward with a report or complaint of any incident of sexual
harassment. The system allows informal resolution first and then,
if the process fails, formal resolution.
Who May File. Any student, trainee, or employee of the University
may report or file a complaint of sexual harassment. The parent or
guardian may also complain in behalf of his/her ward student.
Where to File. The complaint (either in the form of a letter,
affidavit or report) may be filed with the President, Chancellor,
any University official, or the Disciplinary Committee through its
Chairperson.
Report or Complaint. The report or complaint must be in writing
and must contain the following information:
The name/s and address/es of the complainant/s;
The name/s and address/es of the respondent/s;
The substance, cause/grounds of complaint;
When and where the action complained of happened;and
The name/s of any witness/es, if any.
All pertinent papers or documents in support of the complaint
must be attached whenever possible.
Furnishing Respondent with Complaint. The Committee shall
immediately furnish the respondent a copy of the complaint and

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all its attachments, and shall direct the respondent to file an

answer within three (3) working days from receipt thereof.
Initial Conference/Hearing. The Committee shall also calendar the
case for a preliminary conference for the purpose of arriving at an
amicable settlement. The parties shall be duly informed of the
conference which shall be set immediately after the filing of the
answer.
Notification of Parents. If it is a student who is complaining
without assistance of his/her parents, or being charged with a
sexual harassment offense, the Committee shall notify his/her
parents or guardians accordingly at their last known address per
University records. If the parents or guardians fail to come during
the investigation despite notice, the investigation shall proceed
accordingly.
Filing of an Answer. Within the period prescribed herein, the
respondent shall file an answer incorporating therein all pertinent
documents in support of his/her defense.
Waiver. If respondent fails to file his/her answer and the pertinent
documents within the period specified or fails to appear during
the conference, respondent shall be deemed to have waived
his/her right to confront the evidence against him/her and/or to
present his/her evidence. The case shall be heard ex parte.
Summary Judgment. If on the basis of the pleadings or evidence
on record, the Committee finds that there is sufficient ground to
render judgment, it shall consider the case submitted for decision,
and the parties shall be informed accordingly.
Judgment Based on Position Paper. Whenever summary
judgment is not appropriate, the Committee shall direct the
parties to the case to simultaneously submit the position papers
with affidavits of witnesses and other supporting evidence within
three (3) working days from notice of the directive or order, after
which the case shall be deemed submitted for decision.
Investigation Procedure. Where the Committee finds that there
are complicated factual issues involved, which cannot be resolved
through position papers, or which need further clarification for
better understanding by the Committee, it shall conduct further
investigation. It may, if necessary, direct the parties to appear
before it to answer clarifying questions. For this purpose, it may
allow the parties to submit suggested written clarifying questions
that it may propound to the parties concerned. The Committee

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shall have the authority to compel any member of the educational

community who may have any knowledge on the case to testify
before the Committee.
Case Resolution. After evaluation of the evidence submitted by
the parties, the Committee shall decide the case. The decision of
the Committee is final unless appealed to the University
Chancellor within three (3) working days from the receipt of the
decision. A motion for reconsideration shall be considered an
appeal. The appeal or motion for reconsideration shall state the
reason or reasons why the decision of the Committee should be
reversed or modified. The Chancellor shall consider the evidence
adduced during the investigation conducted by the Committee.
The decision of the Chancellor is final and immediately effective. If
the Committee’s decision is not appealed to the Chancellor but
the recommended sanction is suspension, dismissal, exclusion or
expulsion, said decision shall be subject to the Chancellor’s final
determination whether to approve or not, or for whatever action
he/she may deem necessary and proper.

B. POLICY ON SAFE SPACES ACT

Pursuant with Safe Spaces Act or Republic Act No. 11313, this policy aims
to value the dignity of every human person and guarantee full respect for
human rights. It aims to recognize the role of women in nation- building and
ensure the fundamental equality before the law of women and men. It also
aims to recognize that both men and women must have equality, security, and
safety not only in private, but also on the streets, public spaces, online,
workplaces and educational and training institutions.

This policy covers streets, public spaces, online, workplaces, education and
training institutions.

CIRCUMSTANCE AND FORMS

Gender- Based Sexual Harassment maybe committed under the following

circumstances and forms:

1. The crimes of gender- based streets and public spaces sexual harassment
are committed through any unwanted sexual actions or remarks against
any person regardless of the motive for committing such action or remarks.
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2. Gender-based sexual harassment in restaurants and cafes, bars and clubs,
resorts and water parks, hotels and casinos, cinemas, malls, buildings and
other privately- owned places open to the public.
3. Gender- based sexual harassment in public utility vehicles (PUV’s) where
the perpetrator is the driver of the vehicle shall also constitute a breach of
contract of carriage for the purpose of creating a presumption of
negligence on the part of the owner or operator of the vehicle in the
selection and supervision of employees and rendering the owner or
operator solidarity liable for the offenses of the employees.
4. Gender- based sexual harassment in the streets and public spaces
committed by minors in case the offense is committed by a minor, the
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) shall take
necessary disciplinary measures as provided for under Republic Act No.
9344, otherwise known as the “Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006”.
5. Gender- based sexual harassment includes acts that use information and
communications technology in terrorizing and intimidating victims through
physical, psychological, and emotional threats, unwanted sexual
misogynistic, transphobic, homophobic, and sexiest remarks and
comments online whether publicly or through direct and private messages,
invasion of victim’s privacy through cyberstalking and incessant messaging,
uploading and sharing without the consent of the victim, any form of media
that contain photo, voice, or video, or any information online,
impersonating identities of victims online or posting lies about victims to
harm their reputation, or filing, false abuse reports to online platform to
silence victims.
6. The crimes of gender- based sexual harassment in the workplace includes
the following:
a. An act or series of acts involving any unwelcome sexual advances,
request or demand for sexual favors or any act of sexual nature,
whether done verbally, physically or through the use of technology
such as text messaging or electronic mail or through any other
forms of information and communication systems, that has or could
have a detrimental effects on the conditions of an individual’s
employment or education, job, performance or opportunities.
b. A conduct sexual nature and other conduct- based on sex affecting
the dignity of a person, which is unwelcome, unreasonable, and
offensive to the recipient, whether done verbally, physically or
through the use of technology such as text messaging or electronic
mail or through any other forms of information and communication
systems.
c. A conduct that is unwelcome and pervasive and creates an
intimidating, hostile or humiliating environment for the recipient
provided that the crime of gender- based sexual harassment may
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also be committed between peers and those committed to a
superior officer by a subordinate, or a teacher by a student or to a
trainer by a trainee.
d. Information and communication system refers to a system for
generating, sending, receiving, storing or otherwise processing
electronic data messages or electronic documents and includes the
computer system or other similar devices by or in which data are
recorded or stored and any procedure related to the recording or
storage of electronic data messages or electronic documents.

PROCEDURE:

The following is the procedure for handling gender- based sexual

harassment cases:

1. Any student, trainee, or employee of the University may report or file a

complaint of gender- based sexual harassment. The parent or guardian
may also complain in behalf of his/ her ward student.
2. The complaint (either in form of a letter, affidavit or report) may be
filed in the Student Affairs Office/ Officer –in- charge)
3. The report or complaint must be in writing and must contain the
following information:
a. The name and address of the complainant/s;
b. The name and address of the respondent/s;
c. The substance, cause/grounds of complaint;
d. When and where the action complained happened;
e. Name/s of any witness/es if any;
f. All pertinent papers or documents in support of the complaint
must be attached whenever possible.
4. The SAO/ Officer-in-charge will forward the complaint to the
Committee on Decorum and Investigation.
5. The committee shall immediately furnish the respondent a copy of the
complaint and shall direct the respondent to file an answer within 3
working days from receipt thereof.
6. The parents or guardians of the complainant and respondent will be
notified at their last known address per University records.
7. If respondent fails to file his or her answer and the pertinent
documents within the period specified or fails to appear during the
conference, respondent shall be deemed to have waived his or her right
to confront the evidence against him or her and or to present his or her
evidence. The case shall be heard ex parte.

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8. Whenever summary judgment is not appropriate, the Committee shall
direct the parties to the case to simultaneously submit the position
papers with affidavits of witnesses and other supporting evidence
within three (3) working days from notice of the directive or order.
9. After evaluation of the evidence submitted by the parties, the
Committee shall decide the case. The decision of the Committee is final
unless appealed to the University Chancellor with three (3) working
days from the receipt of the decision.

C. POLICY ON FRATERNITIES, SORORITIES, AND

HAZING
The Anti-Hazing Law (RA 8049) provides for penalties for those responsible
for hazing committed during the initiation rites of fraternities, sororities, or
student organizations. CHEd Order No. 4, series of 1995 dated January 25, 1995
likewise requires the University to implement certain preventive measures
against hazing committed by fraternities and student organizations. Further,
Department of Education, Culture, and Sports (now DepEd) Order No. 49, series
of 1995 dated August 14, 1995 stresses the importance of informing the
students about RA 8049. Finally, CHEd Order No. 95, series of 1995 dated
August 8, 1995 directs all schools to strictly comply with the provisions of CHEd
Order No. 4, series of 1995.

In view thereof and pursuant to the powers granted to all schools under
the law and Sections 74-78, Article XIV of MORPS as well as the highest
considerations for the welfare, well-being, safety and discipline of all students
of the University, the following rules and regulations are hereby promulgated
for strict compliance by all concerned:

1. GENERAL PROVISIONS
The University is a private juridical person with rights, privileges,
and interests to be protected and upheld for its own good, well-
being, welfare, and benefit, as well as for the common good, well-
being, welfare, and benefit of all its personnel and the students
enrolled therein.
Unless otherwise directed by law or the CHEd or DepEd, the
University is not against fraternities, sororities, or student
organizations. But being a private entity, no person or group of
persons can just enter, exist, operate or conduct its business or
operations within any of the University campuses without the
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University’s written consent and approval, subject to all the
policies, rules and regulations that shall be established by the
University, if any.
While there is freedom to join an association, there is also a
corollary freedom not to join an association and the freedom to
leave it if one so desires. No particular freedom is absolute. One
freedom is always subject to the limitations of other freedoms,
laws, morals, public policy, public order, legal rights, interests, and
privileges of other persons, all of which must be equally protected
and upheld.

2. REGISTRATION. No fraternity, sorority, or organization is allowed to

operate and conduct its operation in any University campus, which is a
private place owned by a private juridical entity, if it is not duly and
officially recognized by and registered in the campus on an annual
basis in every start of the school year. All essential requirements for
the annual registration and recognition of these groups should be
submitted to the SAO not later than June 30 of every year. The
application shall be acted upon whether approved, disapproved,
under probation or suspended by the SAO within one (1) month from
June 30 of every year. However, pursuant to DECS (now DepEd) Order
No. 20, series of 1991 dated March 4, 1991, fraternities and sororities
are prohibited in high schools; thus, recruitment or taking in of
elementary and high school students for membership in fraternities
and sororities, or the formation of a fraternity or sorority in the
elementary or high school department is strictly prohibited.
The word “organization” as defined by RA 8049, includes any
student organization or club as well as the Armed Forces of the
Philippines (AFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), Philippine
Military Academy (PMA) or any officer or cadet corps of the
ROTC/CAT.

3. PROPER CONDUCT OF ORGANIZATION

Fraternities, sororities and student organizations, through their
officers, shall police their own members. Failure to do so or to
prevent any violation of any University policy, rule, or regulation
shall be the personal responsibility of the said officers.
Fraternities, sororities, and student organizations are enjoined to
participate in cultural events, community outreach projects and
other extra-curricular activities.
Counseling by the group’s alumni or the University guidance
counselors, or tutoring by members should be availed of for those
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members needing one.
Fraternity and sororities should have monthly meetings in a
council of equals known in this University as Inter-Fraternity and
Sorority Alliance (IFSA). Reporting of a potential conflict to the
head of a fraternity or sorority should be made a standard
procedure. The head in turn will patch it up with his/her
counterpart. IFSA and the heads of the groups concerned should
immediately inform in writing the SAO of any potential conflict,
and if resolved later among themselves, how it was being
resolved.
Fraternities, sororities, and organizations should have an ethical
code of conduct in their organizational vision and objectives that
should stress brotherhood, studies, safety, productivity, creativity,
community service, and nationhood. It should be an integral part
of their constitution and by-laws.

4. CONDUCT OF PARTICIPATION. Parents should be informed about the

participation of their children in fraternities, sororities, and
organizations. Consequently, all existing fraternities, sororities and
organizations, through their officers, should inform in writing the
parents of all their members and officers that their children are
members of a fraternity, sorority or organization by registered mail
with registry receipt and duly accomplished registry return card,
copies of which must be furnished to the SAO along with the latest
complete list of members duly attested by the officers of the
fraternity, sorority or organization not later than October 30.
Thereafter, every school year, before the end of June, all fraternities,
sororities, and organizations shall submit to SAO, as one of the
essential prerequisites before one can be duly and officially registered
and recognized for that particular school year, an updated complete
roster of members duly attested by their officers. Finally, a furnished
copy of the letter should accompany the notice to the University for
an initiation rite to be conducted from the group’s responsible officers
to the parents of each of the recruits, neophytes, or applicants,
informing them that their children are participating in the initiation
rites of the group at a particular date, time, and venue. Such letter
must be together with the letter’s registry receipt and duly
accomplished registry return card.

5. PROHIBITED ACTS. Any fraternity that shall commit any of the

following prohibitive acts shall be sufficient ground for the revocation
of its recognition and make all its officers administratively liable for
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serious misconduct. Such officers shall be placed under disciplinary
administrative investigation.
Recruitment accompanied by deceit, force, violence, threat, or
intimidation on the person of the recruit who refuses to join;
Recruiting or campaigning for membership to any elementary or
high school student;
Preventing from quitting the recruit, neophyte or applicant, who
initially consents to join but upon learning that hazing will be
committed on his/her person, decides to quit from the rite or
group;
Preventing the recruit, neophyte or applicant, after having
undergone hazing, from reporting the unlawful act to his/her
parents or guardians, to proper University authorities or to police
authorities, through force, violence, threat or intimidation;
Conducting of an initiation rite outside the campus;
Conducting an initiation rite, process or activity without the
required prior written notice to the University; and
Conducting an initiation rite, process, or activity without the
presence of the authorized University representative.

6. HAZING. Hazing is an initiation rite or practice as a prerequisite for

admission into membership in a fraternity, sorority, or organization by
placing the recruit, neophyte, or applicant in some embarrassing or
humiliating situations, such as forcing him to do menial, silly, foolish,
and similar tasks or activities, or otherwise subjecting him to physical

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or psychological suffering or injury. This rite or practice is prohibited in

this University.

7. CONDUCT OF INITIATION RITE

No initiation rite in any form or manner by a fraternity, sorority,
or organization shall be allowed without prior written notice to
the SAO at least seven (7) days before the conduct of such
initiation.
The written notice shall indicate the period of the initiation
activities, which should be conducted only in the campus during
official school hours and school days, shall include the names of
those to be subjected to such activities and shall further contain
an undertaking that no physical violence shall be employed by
anybody during such rite.
No initiation rite or similar activity under any name, form, or
manner shall be commenced or conducted without the personal
presence of at least two (2) University personnel duly assigned by
the University administration. Unless otherwise directed by the
University, the official representatives are Student Affairs
Director, CSU Head, Dean/Chairperson of the college where one
of the recruits, neophytes or applicants, the group’s faculty
adviser and one prefect of the University appointed by the CSU
Head.
The official University representatives should be present during
the entire initiation and stop it on the designated time. It is their
duty to see to it that no hazing is inflicted upon a recruit,
neophyte, applicant or any person during the initiation, for which
reason they are authorized to have the names of all the persons
present during the initiation registered, as well as to stop and
terminate the rite at any time when in their judgment hazing is
committed or attempted or about to be committed. The official
University representatives shall file a report within 24 hours from
the termination of the initiation rite. In case hazing occurs, they
should also file the appropriate administrative complaint/s so that
an investigation can be initiated and the proper disciplinary
sanction/s be imposed.
The presence of the adviser or any member, officer, former officer
or alumni of the fraternity, sorority, or organization during the
hazing is a prima facie evidence of participation therein as a

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principal, unless he/she prevented the commission of the acts of

hazing.
Student-officers/members of the fraternity, sorority or
organization who actually planned the hazing, although not
present when the acts of hazing were committed, shall be liable
as principal and shall be sanctioned accordingly.

8. DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS FOR HAZING. The following disciplinary

sanctions, without prejudice to the proper criminal and civil sanctions
that shall be adjudged by the courts, shall be imposed by the
University on those students found guilty after due process of violating
any of the foregoing rules and regulations:
Expulsion from the University of fraternity, sorority or
organization officers and members directly responsible for hazing
or any form of initiation rite that results to physical harm, injury,
death, sodomy, rape or mutilation; for starting or taking offensive
action that provokes violence; carrying of knives, sticks, pipes,
guns or other deadly weapons in the University; or for extorting.
Exclusion from the University for all officers and organizing
members who are not directly responsible for hazing or any form
of initiation rite that results to physical harm, injury, death,
sodomy, rape or mutilation; for starting or taking offensive action
that provokes violence; carrying of knives, sticks, pipes, guns or
other deadly weapons in the University; and for extorting.
Exclusion from the University for recruitment accompanied by
force, violence, threat, intimidation or deceit on the person of the
recruit who refuses to join; for preventing from quitting a recruit,
neophyte or applicant who initially consents to join but upon
learning that hazing will be committed on his/her person, decides
to quit the rite or the group; for preventing a recruit, neophyte or
applicant, after having undergone hazing from reporting the
unlawful act to his/her parents or guardians, to the proper
University authorities or to police authorities, through force,
violence, threat or intimidation.
Exclusion from the University for all officers and members
conducting or who authorized the conduct of an initiation rite
outside the University; of an initiation rite without the required
written notice to the University where no hazing is committed; or
of an initiation rite without the presence of the authorized
University representatives where no hazing is committed.

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Sixty-day suspension from the University of all officers of a

fraternity, sorority or organization found guilty of starting action
that will provoke violence, where actual violence has not been
actually committed or inflicted yet or has not actually erupted yet.
Thirty-day suspension from the University for an erring student for
operating (i.e. holding meetings, recruitment, placing notices or
ads on the bulletin board or any portion of the campus, etc.) a
fraternity, sorority or organization not expressly recognized and
registered in a particular school year; or any act or activity
committed by any officer or member in violation of any of the
rules and regulations herein not particularly covered in the
foregoing provisions for sanctions.
If any act mentioned in the paragraphs 8.5 and 8.6 is committed
the second time, the penalty imposed is exclusion from the
University.
Suspension of recognition of the guilty fraternity, sorority, or
organization for one (1) year for the first offense of any of the acts
mentioned herein committed by any member, officer, former
officer or alumni; and a permanent ban for the next offense.
Suspension also includes, among others, the suspension of the
privileges to operate and conduct any business in the campus
involving any University student and to use the bulletin boards
and place notices or ads inside the campus by the suspended
group or its officers or members.
Suspension of the guilty student mentioned in paragraphs 8.5 and
8.6 herein also includes his/her placement under probationary
status subject to good discipline or behavior during the remaining
terms of his/her studies; a violation of which shall necessitate the
imposition of more serious sanctions, like exclusion.
Such other sanctions as may be allowed by law, without prejudice
to subjecting the erring student to other disciplinary sanctions for
any other act or acts that may violate any of the provisions of the
Student Manual.

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D. POLICY ON GENDER SENSITIVITY
1. PURPOSE AND RULES. This policy aims to ensure gender sensitivity
within the University. This policy involves the following rules:
Both female and male students are given equal access to
education, scholarships, and trainings. Women can enroll in non-
traditional skills training in vocational and tertiary schools.
Discrimination of female students who became pregnant out of
wedlock shall be avoided. The University shall not turn out or
refuse admission to a female student solely on account of her
having contracted pregnancy outside of marriage during her term
in the University.
Gender-sensitive language shall be used all the time.
Female students have the freedom to participate in competitive
and non-competitive sports as means to achieve excellence and to
promote physical and social well-being.
Athletic and working scholarships are equally afforded to both
female and male students. There shall be pro-rata representation
of women in those scholarship programs based on the percentage
of women in the whole student population.
Gender sensitive and responsive health services are afforded to
both female and male students and employees.
Gender sensitive University facilities are provided.
Gender sensitive trainings and seminars are conducted regularly.

E. OTHER EXISTING RULES AND REGULATIONS

With respect to the Colleges of Law, Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Marine
Engineering, and Marine Transportation that have separate and existing
student manuals due to peculiar circumstances of their curriculum and
structure, the provisions in their student manuals are hereby declared as still
valid, existing, effective, and supplementary in character, insofar as they are
not in conflict with or inconsistent to the provision of this Student Manual.

All existing rules and regulations presently adopted and implemented by

the University CSU shall continue to be in full force and effect, unless they are
in conflict with or inconsistent to the provisions of this Student Manual.

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F. CONCLUSION
The University predicates the promulgation of this Student Manual on the
fact that when a student enrolls in this institution of learning, he/she does so at
his/her own volition, with the consent and guidance of his/her parents,
guardians, supporters, or benefactors.

Once the student affixes his/her own customary signature to his/her

enrollment papers or forms, it is also clearly understood by both the student
and the University that the student hereby expresses his/her willingness to
abide by and follow the foregoing policies, rules, and regulations with the full
consciousness that his/her behavior and deportment inside and outside the
campus are subject to the disciplinary authority or high standards of the moral,
educational, academic, and social objectives observed, maintained, and upheld
by the University.

The end in view is to realize the University’s objectives of developing an

authentic person who shall be casted into the moving stream of society as a
responsible, disciplined, and productive citizen.

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APPENDICES
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A. DRUG TESTING FOR TERTIARY STUDENTS

Republic of the Philippines
Office of the President
DANGEROUS DRUGS BOARD
5th Floor CHAMP Building, Bonifacio Drive, Port Area, Manila

BOARD REGULATION NO. 6 SERIES OF 2003

as amended by Board Regulation No. 3 series of 2009

SUBJECT: General Guidelines for the Conduct of Random Drug Testing for
Students of Secondary, Tertiary, Vocational, and Technical Schools

Pursuant to Section 38(c), Article III of Republic Act No. 9165, the following
guidelines are hereby promulgated.

The guidelines shall be applicable to the random drug testing of students in

public and private secondary, tertiary/higher education institutions and post-
secondary technical vocational schools. These guidelines outline the purposes
of the random drug-testing program, as well as procedures and necessary
consequences of a positive drug test result after confirmation.

All the procedures undertaken shall take into account the ideas of fairness
and rehabilitation and not isolation of the drug dependent. The school must
not violate the constitutional rights to due process, equal protection, and self-
incrimination.

A. GUIDING PRINCIPLES IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF RANDOM DRUG

TESTING IN SCHOOLS AND MANAGEMENT OF DRUG TEST RESULTS
1. Government recognizes the primary responsibility of the family,
particularly the parents for the education and awareness of its
members of the ill effects of dangerous drugs.
2. Parental involvement shall be maximized in the implementation of
drug education, random drug testing, treatment and rehabilitation of
drug users and dependents.
3. The school, with the assistance of LGUs and other agencies where the
school is located, has the obligation to employ every reasonable
means to provide a healthy and drug-free environment to its
populace.

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4. Cognizant of the right of the students to continue and complete their

studies, the government and the schools shall give emphasis to the
implementation of measures aimed at guidance and counseling
together with the treatment and rehabilitation of any student found
to have used or to be dependent on dangerous drugs.
5. Academic freedom of institutions of higher learning shall be respected
in the implementation of random drug testing and all other pertinent
provisions of RA 9165.
6. The implementation of drug abuse prevention and education program
in schools shall be intensified as an integral part of the over-all
demand reduction efforts of the government.
7. The random drug testing shall be implemented as a collaborative
undertaking of the government, the schools, the students, and their
parents. The whole process shall not in any manner be utilized to
harass the students.
8. Random drug testing shall be implemented primarily for prevention
and rehabilitation.
9. The drug testing program shall guarantee and respect the personal
privacy and dignity of the student.
10. The drug test results shall be treated with utmost confidentiality.
11. The test results shall not be used in any criminal proceedings.
12. Random drug testing for students is considered by the government as
entirely a “health” issue and aims to provide appropriate interventions
to those who will be tested positive for dangerous drug use, which will
help the students stop further use and/or abuse of the substance.

B. PURPOSES OF RANDOM DRUG TESTING

1. To determine the prevalence of drug users among the students.
2. To assess the effectivity of school-based and community based
prevention programs.
3. To deter the use of illegal drugs.
4. To facilitate the rehabilitation of drug users and dependents.
5. To strengthen the collaboration efforts of identified agencies against
the use of illegal drugs and in the rehabilitation of drug users and
dependents.

C. DEFINITION OF TERMS
1. “Chain o Custody” shall refer to procedures to account for each
specimen by tracking its handling and storage from point of collection
to final disposal. These procedures require that the applicant’s identity

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is confirmed and that a Custody and Control Form is used from time of
collection to receipt by the laboratory. Within the laboratory,
appropriate chain of custody records must account for the samples
until disposal.
2. “Drug Counselor” shall mean a person trained in the techniques of
guidance counseling particularly dealing with the cases of drug
dependency. The Drug Testing Coordinator shall designate such
person.
3. “Drug Testing Coordinator” shall be the point person in the school
tasked with handling random drug testing which shall be the principal
of a secondary school, the administrator of a technical vocational
education and training institution or the administrator appointed by
the president/chief executive office in tertiary institutions.
4. “Interventions” shall mean therapeutic programs appropriate for high-
risk individuals/students who are using dangerous drugs and who
need special assistance to recognize the signs and symptoms of initial
drug use and dependency. It may include corrective or rehabilitative
actions that may take the form of crisis intervention, peer counseling,
peer leadership programs, parent/peer groups, or psychological
counseling at the individual or family level and structured
rehabilitation programs. It may also include medical intervention of
the afflicted student whenever necessary.
5. “Laboratory” shall refer to a DOH-Accredited private or government
facility that is capable of testing a specimen to determine the presence
of dangerous drugs therein.
6. “Parents” shall, for purposes of these guidelines, include court
appointed guardians.
7. “Random Selection” refers to the unbiased process of selecting
students who are to undergo drug testing.
8. “Rehabilitation” is the dynamic process, including after-care and
follow-up treatment, directed towards the physical,
emotion/psychological, vocations, social and spiritual
changes/enhancement of a drug dependent to enable him/her to live
without dangerous drugs, enjoy the fullest life compatible with his/her
capabilities and potentials and render him/her to become a law-
abiding and productive member of the community.
9. “Schools” shall mean an institution that has as its primary purpose the
education of students including secondary, tertiary and technical
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10. “Selection Board” shall be the board constituted at the level of the
school composed of the Drug Testing Coordinator as chairperson, one
representative each from the students, faculty and parents as
members. The authorized governing body duly recognized by their
respective constituents shall choose the representatives from these
stakeholders based on a set of selection criteria formulated for this
purpose. In the absence of a parent’s association, the School Head
may appoint any parent who shall be a member of the Selection
Board.
11. “Supervising Agency” shall refer to the government agency that
exercises supervision over the school such as the DepEd, CHEd, or the
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).

D. PROCEDURES IN THE CONDUCT OF RANDOM DRUG TESTING

1. Notification
a. The Supervising Agency, through an appropriate order that
includes these guidelines on random drug testing, shall inform all
the schools under its supervision about the government’s actions
against illegal drugs.
b. The schools’ administration shall be required to explain these
provisions and their procedures to the school community and
when applicable, include this in the schools’ handbook or listing of
procedures. (The Supervising Agencies’ Memorandum Circulars
should include a list of DOH-accredited Testing
Center/Laboratories.)
2. Samples
a. The Supervising Agency shall inform all schools on their inclusion
in the random drug testing program.
b. The whole student population of the school selected shall be
included in the random sampling.
c. The number of samples should yield a statistical 95% confidence
level for the whole student population.
3. Selection of Samples
a. The Drug Testing Coordinator shall convene the Selection Board
within five (5) days from the receipt of notice from the
Supervising Agency stating that the school is included in the
program.
b. On the day of the testing, the Selection Board shall conduct the
random selection of those to be tested.

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c. The Selection Board shall ensure the confidentiality and integrity

of the random selection process.
d. The selection process shall be random through a lottery, which
may be computerized, or in any other manner shall be agreed
upon the Board.
e. The random selection of students and the drug testing shall be
done on the same day.
f. Prior to the testing, the selected students shall be asked to reveal
the prescription medicines, vitamins, food supplements that they
had ingested within the past five (5) days. The Drug Testing
Coordinator shall keep the listing and utilize this in the evaluation
of the confirmatory drug test.
g. The laboratory shall follow the DOH prescribed guidelines in the
collection of urine specimens. Universal precautions shall be
observed at all times. DOH Prescribed Guidelines shall be posted
in strategic places/visible area of the school.
h. The monitor assigned to ensure the integrity of the collection
process should be of the same sex as the student.
i. The drug testing shall be done in the school and conducted by a
duly accredited drug-testing laboratory. The school, through its
respective health personnel, shall assist the Drug Testing
Laboratory in the conduct of the drug testing,
j. The Drug Testing Coordinator shall ensure the confidentiality and
integrity of the random drug testing for the students, teachers,
administration and the personnel of the school. It is strongly
recommended that the drug-testing for students, the teachers,
administration and personnel be done simultaneously.
4. Treatment of Random Drug Test Results
a. The results of the test shall be strictly confidential. No school shall
publish or post results whether positive or negative.
b. Any person who violates the rules of confidentiality of the results
and selection shall be liable under Section 72 of RA 9165 and such
other appropriate laws.
c. In case the test results are positive as the screening level, the
same specimen shall immediately be submitted for confirmation
observing all strict chain of custody procedures and confidentiality
of records.
d. If a student is “confirmed” to be using a dangerous drug, the
following shall be observed:

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i. The Laboratory, places results in a sealed envelop for

transmission to the Central Office of the Supervising
Agency;
ii. The Supervising Agency shall then transmit the results to
the concerned school/institution by informing the
particular school/institution’s random Drug Testing
Coordinator previously assigned by the selection board.
The Supervising Agency shall remind the Drug Testing
Coordinator of the confidential nature of the results and
strict handling of the “chain of custody” of the information
should be observed.
iii. The school/institution’s Drug Testing Coordinator shall then
inform the parent and the student of the results and how
the information is regarded with utmost secrecy and
confidentiality. The Coordinator shall remind the student
that divulging the results with anybody will be at his own
risk. If possible the information should remain in the
confines of their house.
iv. The parent, the Drug Testing Coordinator and the student
shall then prepare for a case conference to discuss issues of
drug use and possible dependency.
v. The Drug Testing Coordinator shall refer the student and
his/her parent to a government-owned DOH-accredited
facility or DOH-accredited government physician to
determine the student’s dependency level.
vi. A date and venue shall be selected for the case conference.
The date should be agreeable to all concerned in the case
conference (Parent, Student, Drug Testing Coordinator and
the DOH Accredited Physician). The venue should have a
semblance of privacy (preferably in a room, with an office
table where group discussions and individual sessions can
be done). Whichever is more convenient for the student
and parent, venue could be at the Regional Office or
hospital of the DOH, Regional Office of the Supervising
Agency, or other designated venue which can assure
privacy
vii. The Drug Testing Coordinator shall inform Supervising
Agency Central Office coordinator on the possible dates
and venue for further discussions of options.

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viii. Once finalized, the group shall proceed as planned with the
case conference. The drug dependency level of the student
shall be evaluated. Cross reference of information shall be
validated from the parent and Drug Testing Coordinator.
Treatment planning for the student shall be discussed and
presented to the student and parent. Options for
treatment should be presented to the parent and student.
If a student (below 18 years of age) is found to be a drug
dependent, the school authority shall refer him/her to the
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) or
a local social worker for counseling and other intervention.
The parent and the student may choose to enroll the
student in a private rehabilitation center or program or opt
to avail of the rehabilitation services of the government
through a DOH-accredited facility. If the child opts for
government service, the DOH treatment and rehabilitation
centers nearest to the area can provide services; or if the
parent and student would opt for private services,
appropriate referrals will be done, taking note of the
progress of treatment on a regular basis. Trained guidance
counselors can also be utilized.
e. If a student is “confirmed” negative from dangerous drug use, the
following shall be observed:
i. Names per school/institution of all who tested negative will
be summarized in a result form.
ii. The summarized result form shall be transmitted to the
Supervising Agency concerned.
iii. The Supervising Agency Central Office shall forward the
same to the concerned school/institution’s RDT
Coordinator.
iv. The Drug Testing Coordinator and/or teacher
adviser/and/or guidance counselor shall individually inform
each student and parent concerned regarding the results.
f. Positive confirmatory drug test result under this Regulation shall
not be a ground for expulsion or any disciplinary action against
the student and should not be reflected in any and all academic
records. Under no circumstances shall the results be used to
incriminate any student for further legal action which may result
to administrative/civil/criminal liabilities. Likewise, consistent with
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conducted pursuant to this Board Regulation, shall not be used as

evidence in any court or tribunal, where the subject student
stands to be accused of any crime or felony, and for any other
purpose.
g. The student shall then undergo the prescribed intervention
program under the supervision of the DOH-accredited facility or
physician, or private practitioners, or social worker, in
consultation with the parent. Such process of observation and
counseling shall be done in coordination with the Drug Counselor
of the school.
h. If student shows no signs of improvement, recovery or fails the
drug test the second time, the DOH-accredited facility or
physician, may make a recommendation to the student, parent,
and Drug Testing Coordinator to have the student referred to a
DOH-accredited facility suited to the student’s level of
dependency. If another drug testing is conducted for another
period on the same student population, and the student is found
positive the second time, the school shall proceed in accordance
with Section 61, R.A. 9165.
i. If the parents refuse to act, the school shall proceed in
accordance to Sec. 61 of RA 9165 without prejudice to the
provision of Section 73, RA 9165.

E. REPORTORIAL REQUIREMENTS OF RESULTS OF THE RANDOM DRUG

TESTING
1. The Drug Testing Coordinator, Drug Counselor and employees of DOH-
accredited facilities, testing laboratories shall not reveal the names of
the students or test results to any other persons except to the student
concerned or his/her parents.
2. The aggregate test results from each school, which shall not include
the identities of the students tested, shall be submitted by the School
Head to the Division Superintendent of DepEd for secondary schools,
the Regional Director of CHED for tertiary schools and Training
Institution Administrator for TESDA for consolidation for the purpose
of evaluating the efficacy and effectiveness of drug abuse prevention
programs.

F. TRAINING OF GUIDANCE COUNSELORS

1. The DepEd, CHED, TESDA, the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
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other, shall formulate and conduct the training program for guidance
counselors for the purpose of enhancing their skills in handling drug
abuse prevention programs and handling drug dependency cases.
2. The school guidance counselors and other qualified medical personnel
shall be encouraged to undergo DOH accreditation.

G. EXPENSES OF THE PROGRAM

1. The Department of Health, in coordination with the Supervising
Agencies shall designate the drug testing laboratories that shall be
utilized for purposes of the program.
2. Payment of testing fees shall be done by the government thru the
Department of Health to the Drug Testing Laboratories.

H. ENFORCEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
1. Students who refuse to undergo random drug testing shall be dealt
with accordance with the rules and regulations of the schools;
provided that at no time shall refusal to undergo testing give rise to a
presumption of drug use or dependency; provided further that the
school may implement interventions on such refusal other than the
offense of drug use or dependency. Interventions should be consistent
with the provisions of this Board Regulation and its guiding principles.
2. Schools that refuse to implement the random drug testing program
shall be liable under Section 32 of RA 9165 without prejudice to other
administrative sanctions imposed by the Supervising Agencies. The
Supervising Agency shall report the same to PDEA and DDB.
3. Supervising Agencies should encourage institutionalization of Drug
Testing Activities in schools/institutions concerned over-and-above
the random drug testing program conducted by the government. The
Supervising Agencies and the DOH should help build up capacities of
schools/institutions to achieve competencies and self-reliance on
random drug testing. Schools who initiated the conduct of similar drug
testing activities shall submit reports to the Supervising Agencies for
proper accreditation of the DOH.

I. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Separability Clause. If any provision of these Guidelines or the
application thereof to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid, the
other provisions of these Guidelines and the application of such provision
to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby.

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B. UNIVERSITY HISTORY
On April 1, 1964, a group of young men, with vision and foresight spurred
by altruistic motives to help mould the moral and intellectual life of the youth,
banded themselves together to form an educational institution – the Cebu
College of Commerce.

July 1964 - Opening of the high school Day and Night, as

well as the first collegiate programs, Bachelor
of Science in Commerce (BSC) and Associate in
Secretarial Science (ASS), with an enrollment of
600 students
1965 - Addition of Bachelor of Secondary Education
(BSEd) and Bachelor of Arts (AB) programs
1966 - Acquisition of a new building to accommodate
increased student population
1967 - Opening of Associate in Nautical Science (ANS)
- Construction of three-story building
February 1968 - Construction of a building fronting the
Sanciangko gate
1968 - Offering of Associate in Marine Engineering
(AME) and Bachelor of Science in Customs
Administration (BSCA)
1971 - Addition of Bachelor of Science in Criminology
(BSCrim) course
- Completion of Sanciangko building
1972 - Approval by Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) of the change of name of the
institution from Cebu College of Commerce to
Cebu Central Colleges (CCC)
1973 - Offering of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
1974 - Addition of supplemental course in Nursing
1976 - Opening of Midwifery and Health Aide, a
course closely allied to Nursing; also of
Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture and
Marine Engineering (BSNAME)
1977 - Added Bachelor of Science in Secretarial
Administration (BSSA)
1978 - First engineering course, Bachelor of Science in

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Mechanical Engineering (BSME), offered

1979 - Construction of the first wing of the Don
Manuel Gotianuy Building
- Added Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Civil
Engineering (BSEE & BSCE) to engineering
courses
1980 - Completion of second wing of the Don Manuel
Gotianuy Building
- Establishment of the Graduate School, offering
Master of Science in Elementary School
Management (MSESM) and Master of Science
in Business Administration (MSBA)
1981 - Completion of the last wing of the CCC complex
1982 - Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant
Management (BSHRM) opened
1983 - Bachelor of Science in Information and
Computer Science (BSICS) offered, making CCC,
the first school in Cebu to offer it
- Associate in Criminology is offered
1984 - Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
(BSCompE) enriched college degree programs
1985 - Opening of the Electronic Data Processing
(EDP); it computerized the college enrollment
1986 - Construction of the new building housing the
chapel
October 13-14, 1986 - PACU-COA Preliminary Visit for Level I Status of
the BSMT and AME departments
1987 - New building at Sanciangko Street completely
finished; houses the Nursing, Midwifery, and
Criminology departments
- One Graduate course added: Master of Science
in Teaching, major in Mathematics (MST Math)
February 1988 - PACU-COA approved Level I Status for BSMT
and AME departments
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Officers Training
(BSMOT) course added
June 1989 - Master of Science in Criminal Justice System
opened
August 28, 1989 - 25th Anniversary of CCC
October 1989 - Formal Visit of the PACU-COA Accrediting Team

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for Level II Status of the BSMT and AME

departments
June 1990 - Transfer of BSMT to new site at Alumnos,
Mambaling
1991 - Construction of the new Science and
Technology Building at the Expressway Campus
March 16, 1991 - Inauguration of Alumnos, Mambaling BSMT
Campus
June 1991 - Expansion of Graduate School, adding new
majors, Educational Technology and Marine
and Nautical Science to MST program, as well
as School Management, Management of
Classroom Learning, and Management of Pre-
School Education to MSESM program
- Offering of new undergraduate programs:
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (BSA),
Bachelor of Science in Commerce, major in Real
Estate and Insurance.
- Purchase of the Cebu Coliseum to serve as
CCC’s gymnasium
October 1991 - Preliminary Visit by PACU-COA Accrediting
Team for Level 1 Accreditation of the BSN, AB,
and BSEd courses
February 1992 - The University Team of the Bureau of Higher
Education - Department of Education, Cultural
and Sports (DECS) visited CCC, in connection
with its application for University status
- Level I Accreditation Status granted by PACU-
COA to the Colleges of Nursing, Arts, and
Education
April 8, 1992 - Approval by DECS Secretary Isidro D. Cariño of
the conversion of CCC to the University of
Cebu, effective May 1, 1992
May 8, 1992 - SEC approval of the change of name from CCC
to the University of Cebu (UC)
June 1, 1992 - Installation of Atty. Augusto W. Go as the first
UC President by DECS Secretary Isidro D. Cariño
- Transfer of allied engineering classes to the
new Science and Technology Building at the
South Expressway

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August 7, 1992 - Blessing and inauguration of the New Science

and Technology Building, with new DECS
Secretary Armand Fabella cutting the ribbon
- Linkage of UC with ATS-CAD for Computer
Designs
October 19, 1992 - First advanced SOLAS training course offered
by the International Development and
Environmental Shipping School (IDESS), in
cooperation with the UC Maritime Education
Center
January 1993 - Additional graduate courses approved: Doctor
of Education (EdD), major in Educational
Planning, and Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN)
June 1993 - UC granted permit by DECS Regional Office to
operate on experimental basis the modified
Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering
(BSMarE-NIS) and Bachelor of Science in
Marine Transportation (BSMT-NIS), in
cooperation with the Norwegian Training
Center-Manila
- Computer courses for high school students and
short-term computer programs offered
- UC Graduate School made FAPE Regional
Training Center for MST Math, MAN, and MST
Nautical Science
- Installation of canofile machine in the
Registrar’s Office
December 9-11, 1993 - Visit of PACU-COA Accreditors for
Reaccreditation of the Colleges of Marine
Transportation and Marine Engineering, and
Formal Visit for Level II Status of the Colleges of
Education, Arts and Sciences, and Nursing
March 1994 - PACU-COA grants Level II Status to AB, BSEd,
and BSN programs, and Level II Reaccreditation
Status to BSMT and BSMarE programs
June 1994 - Additional majors in AB offered: Industrial
Psychology, Guidance, and Theater Arts
October 24, 1994 - Laying of cornerstone of the AWG Building
November 24, 1994 - UC granted permit to offer five (5) day-
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course
May 21, 1995 - Inauguration of school branch, UC-Lapu-Lapu
and Mandaue (UC-LM)
June 1995 - New major, Management Accounting, added to
BSC degree program
- UC granted recognition by CHEd of its Doctor of
Education (EdD) major in Institutional Planning
and MAN programs
October 1995 - UC made the Center for Mathematics of the
FAPE-CHED-COCOPEA Consortium for the
Massive Upgrading Program of college faculty
in Region VII
November 16-17, 1995 - Nautical and Marine Engineering programs of
UC audited by a team from the Norwegian
Maritime Directorate (NMD)
March 1996 - Safety training courses of UC Basic Safety
Course, Medical-Emergency-First-Aid,
Advanced Fire Fighting and Proficiency in
Survival Craft accredited by the NMD
- UC granted by CHEd 36 Awards for Exemplary
and/or Outstanding Academic
Achievement/Performance for school year (SY)
1995-1996
April 25, 1996 - UC granted permit by CHEd to offer Bachelor of
Science in Elementary Education (BEEd) course,
effective SY 1996-1997
June 17, 1996 - UC linked up with internet (FAPE-NET)
October 4, 1996 - UC granted by PACU-COA Level I Accredited
Status for the Colleges of Criminology and
Hotel and Restaurant Management
March 6-8, 1997 - Level II-First Reaccreditation Visit of PACU-COA
for Colleges of Nursing and Education
June 1997 - Graduate School granted permit by CHEd to
offer new major, Computer Science in its MST
program
September 15- - System Assessment of UC’s Maritime
17, 1997 Transportation program by the Det Norske
Veritas represented by Lead Auditor Ravi
Mehta
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1997 Hotel and Restaurant Management and

Criminology
December 10, - PACU-COA grants Level II Status to the
1997 Colleges of Criminology and Hotel and
Restaurant Management
February 3-5, - First Audit of UC’s Maritime Transportation
1998 program by the DET Norske Veritas
represented by Lead Auditor Ravi Mehta
March 1998 - Start of the Project ALPHA grant at METC,
sponsored by BONA Shipping AS and Hoegh
Fleet Services AS
June 1998 - Opening of Elementary department
- Restructuring of the College of Arts and
Sciences to the College of Arts
- Offering of Master of Science in Criminology
July 30-31, 1998 - Level II First Reaccreditation Visit for the
College of Arts
September 4, - PACU-COA grants Level II First Reaccredited
1998 Status to the College of Arts
December 5, - Blessing of Jose W. Gotianuy Hall at UC-METC
1998 Campus
- Presentation of the Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Certificate under the Rules of Maritime
Academies and Training Centers
April 1999 - PACU-COA grants Level I Status to the Colleges
of Commerce, Computer Engineering, and
Computer Science
June 8, 1999 - CHEd grants government recognition of the
BEEd course, effective SY 1998-1999
June 11, 1999 - Granted Certificate of Authorization by CHEd
as a deputized Expanded Tertiary Education
Equivalency and Accreditation Program
(ETEEAP) school in Region VII for Criminology,
Business Administration, and Allied
Engineering courses
November 18, - Opening of CISCO Networking Academy
1999 program
February 1, 2000 - CHEd grants government recognition of the
MSCrim course, effective SY 1999-2000
March 17, 2000 - Conferment of the Degree of Humanities (HD)

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Honoris Causa on Chief Justice Hilario G.

Davide, Jr.
April 10, 2000 - PACU-COA grants Level II First Reaccredited
status to the Colleges of Criminology and Hotel
and Restaurant Management
- PACU-COA grants Level II Second Reaccredited
status to the Colleges of Nursing and
Education
August 26, 2000 - Blessing and inauguration of four (4) facilities
at the UC-METC Campus; namely, Ship’s
Bridge Simulator, Multimedia Center, New
Dormitory, Project Alpha office, and Resource
Center
April 10, 2001 - PACU-COA grants Level II Formal Accredited
Status to the Colleges of Commerce and
Computer Engineering
June 2001 - Transfer of Graduate School to its new site
September 2001 - Transfer of business offices to new Doña Alicia
Gotianuy Building
November 5, - PACU-COA grants Level II Second Reaccredited
2001 Status to the Marine Engineering and Marine
Transportation programs
December 7, - Inauguration of UC-LM Annex Building
2001
March 8, 2002 - UC-Banilad granted government permit to
operate first year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in SY
2002-2003
June 2002 - Opening of UC-Banilad with curricular
offerings in LLB, BSC, BSA, BSIT, BSCPE, BSECE
- Transfer of the College of Nursing to UC-
Banilad
June 29-31, 2002 - PACU-COA Visit for the following curricular
programs: Accountancy, Civil Engineering,
Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical
Engineering
August 28, 2002 - 10th UC Anniversary Celebration, with a
musical concert at the Grand Ballroom of the
Waterfront Hotel, Lahug, Cebu City
May 17, 2003 - Transfer of the administrative offices to new
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June 2003 - Opening of UC-LM of the new College of

Nursing
- Start of elementary and high school classes in
new elementary and high school building
July 10, 2003 - Oath taking of UC President Augusto W. Go, as
Consul General of the Republic of Korea
July 21, 2003 - Inauguration and blessing of new elementary
and high school building by His Eminence
Ricardo Cardinal Vidal
August 29, 2003 - Blessing of the UC-Banilad Building
October 27, - CHEd grants Deregulated Status to UC
2003
November 10, - PACU-COA grants Level II Second Reaccredited
2003 Status to the Liberal Arts program
November 28, - Awarding of Certificates for Deregulated
2003 Status in Malacañang
September 22- - PACU-COA visit for Colleges of Computer
24, 2004 Engineering, Hotel and Restaurant
Management, and Commerce
March 17, 2005 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Science
(ScD) in Business and Managerial Finance,
Honoris Causa on Carlos S. Go, CPA
April 4, 2005 - PACU-COA grants Level II-First Reaccredited
Status to BSCompE program
May 31, 2005 - PACU-COA grants Level II-Candidate Status
First Reaccredited Status to BSC program
October 2005 - PACU-COA visit for College of Education Level
II-Third Reaccredited Status
- PACU-COA Preliminary Visit for Colleges of
Education and Criminology at UCLM
April 1, 2006 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Laws,
Honoris Causa, on Chief Justice Artemio V.
Panganiban, Jr.
June 2006 - Recognition of the organizational structure of
the UC system
- Chancellor fully in-charge of University affairs
- Vice Presidents renamed as Vice Chancellors
- Blessing of new building for the welding
refresher courses in METC
October 20, - UC inked memorandum of agreement (MOA)

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2006 with Iiino Maritime Services Co. Ltd., (IMS),

Pobar Marine Services, Inc. (PSMI) to bestow
select UC Maritime students with scholarship
grants
December 8, - Blessing of the new building in UC-LM
2006
January 18, 2007 - UC formalized partnership with Professional
Review and Training Center (PRTC) to provide
CPA review classes for Cebuanos
March 3, 2007 - UC President Augusto W. Go was chosen as an
outstanding individual in the field of Education
- UC was hailed as an outstanding institution by
the Cebu City Government during the 70th
Cebu City Charter Day Celebration
April 12, 2007 - PACU-COA granted Candidate Status for
College of Commerce
May 25-26, 2007 - UC administrators, deans, and department
heads gathered in UCLM for Leaders Work-out
to develop the UC Balanced Score Card and
finalized the three-year strategy with yearly
blueprint and milestones
May 30, 2007 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Business
Management and Entrepreneurship, Honoris
Causa on Dr. Emilio T. Yap
June 2007 - METC launched the Bridging Program for
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
graduates
- UC acquired the Poseidon Navigation
Simulator for UCLM’s Maritime college
June 6, 2007 - UCLM was granted the Certificate of Program
Registration by Technical Education and Skills
Development Authority (TESDA) for the BSIT
and BSHRM courses on the different National
Competencies
June 22, 2007 - UC inked the MOA with FastTrack Solutions,
Inc. for the introduction of the SAP Business
One in the College of Commerce and
Accountancy curriculum of UC-Banilad, UC-LM,
and UC-Main campuses
June 29, 2007 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Laws,

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Honoris Causa, on His Excellency Axel

Weishaupt
August 9, 2007 - Philippine Welding Research and Development
Society (PWRDS) renewed agreement for
another term
August 21, 2007 - 96 BSHRM freshmen of UCLM granted PGMA
Ladderized Education Program (LEP)
scholarship
October 7, 2007 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Laws,
Honoris Causa, on Associate Justice Renato
Corona
January 7, 2008 - TESDA awarded Atty. Augusto W. Go with a
plaque for his support of the government
agency’s Technical Vocational Education and
Training (TVET) programs
January 11, 2008 - UC awarded PhP 175,000.00 by ATEP
Board/NSA for the Automated Identification
System (AIS) in UC-METC
January 17, 2008 - International Maritime Employers Committee
(IMEC) and UC signed in Manila the MOA for
scholarship grants starting SY 2008-2009
February 26, - UC-METC was recognized to conduct courses
2008 under the requirements of the International
Convention on Standards of Training
Certification and Watch-keeping for Seafarers
(STCWS) of 1978, as amended in 1995 and
1997 by Panama Maritime Authority
February 27- - UC-METC was granted PACU-COA Level II Third
March 1, 2008 Reaccredidation Status for the Marine
Transportation and Marine Engineering
programs
March 15, 2008 - Conferment of the degree, Doctor of Laws,
Honoris Causa, on Chief Justice Renato Puno
June 8, 2008 - Start of the Inter-orient Navigation Company
(INC) Scholarship Program for Marine
Transportation and Marine Engineering
June 10, 2008 - Blessing and inauguration of the IMEC Office
and Resource Center
- Start of the IMEC Scholarship Program for
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Transportation
June 10, 2008 - UC-METC Maritime Academy and UC-METC
Training Center was awarded the DND
Standard for Certification of Maritime
Academies, valid until February 5, 2013
June 23, 2008 - UC-METC was Certified ISO 9001:2000 by Det
Norske Veritas (DNV), valid until June 26, 2011
October 8, 2008 - UC-METC was awarded Danish Certificate of
Recognition of their Philippine Certificate of
Competency by Danish Maritime Authority
October 8, 2008 - Danish Maritime Authority recognized UC-
METC as one of the four institutions in the
Philippines to be continually exempted from
the general requirements of passing an
operational test and interview in applying for a
Danish Certificate of Recognition in the
Philippines
November 8, - UC-METC received PGCert Programme,
2008 sponsored by International Maritime Training
Trust (IMTT) and in partnership with
Sothamton Solent University (WMC)
December 12, - Awarded as Outstanding Maritime School by
2008 United Filipino Seafarers and the Editorial
Board of Tinig ng Marino
January 2009 - The new program, Associate in Computer
Technology major in Animation was approved
and opened on June 2009
March 5, 2009 - Atty. Augusto W. Go was awarded as Valuable
Filipino in Education given by the Perlas Award
through the Philippine Foundation, Inc.
April 2009 - UC-Main Mechanical Engineering produced
three top notch engineers: Engr. Joseph
Mayormita in first place, Engr. Iron Plando in
second, and Engr. Jacinto Fajardo Jr. in fourth
May 18, 2009 - UC-METC awarded as First Mobile Assessment
Center
May 2009 - UC produced its first top notch accountant in
Jerameal Villaber when he landed eighth place
in the Certified Public Accountants' Board
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July 2, 2009 - Paul John Gesta, a BSBA graduate of UC-

Banilad, became one of the Ten Outstanding
Students in the Philippines (TOSP). He was
awarded by President Gloria Macapagal-
Arroyo in Malacañang Palace
July 2009 - Edilyn Lopez, a BS Tourism student of UC-
Banilad, was awarded as the Best University
Student of 2009 in the Asia-Pacific University
Students Gangwon Forum held in Gangwon,
South Korea
September 9-19, - UC Dance Company represented the
2009 Philippines, through the Department of
Tourism in the 12th Busan International Trade
Fair and Exhibition. The troupe won the Best
Folkloric Performance Award besting 47 other
participating countries in the exhibit
November 16, - UC-METC received Institutional Plaque of
2009 Recognition from the Philippine Dangerous
Drugs Board for conducting a seminar-
symposia on Drug Abuse Prevention and
Control for students and faculties from
Philippines Dangerous Drugs Board
November 26, - Contract signing between UC and DNV Sea
2009 Skills Project, Singapore
January 2010 - UC and IBM formally entered into a
partnership with the Earn as You Learn
Program (EAYL). The scholarship program is
patterned after the same project with IBM and
University of Balarrat in Australia
June 2010 - UC-Main and UC-LM unveiled the newly
refurbished and remodeled mini hotel of the
College of HRM in both campuses
June 1, 2010 - IMEC-UC MOA Signing for the third batch of
cadets
September 2010 - Marven Abello Pierra ranked sixth place in the
Licensure Examination for Teachers
September 25- - UC Dance Company represented the
29 2010 Philippines in the International Guangdong
World Tourism and Cultural Festival in Guang
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January 10, 2011 - UC-METC and UC-LM were awarded the

certificate of Declaration of Maritime Training
Performance after the Benchmarking
Assessment of the DNV Sea Skill’s Technical
Report Benchmarking Maritime Training
Centres (No. 3308 v.2)
January 21, 2011 - Bachelors of Science in Marine Transportation
and Marine Engineering courses of UC-METC
and UC-LM were reviewed and found to be in
compliance with the DNV Standard for
Certification of Learning Programmes. Each
course was awarded the DNV Training Course
Certificate
March 18 , 2011 - Conferment of the degree, Honorary Doctor of
Laws on Chief Justice Emeritus Robert J. Torres
of the Supreme Court of Guam during the
commencement exercise of UC-Banilad held at
the Cebu International Convention Center
April 14, 2011 - The Atty. Augusto W. Go Outstanding
Achievement Awards was awarded to the
following: Paolo Martin Saberon for student
governance and leadership, Trexie Epis for
campus journalism, Society of Future
Educators and Administrators (SOFEA) for
community service, Lindley Fran Navaja for
athletics and human kinetics, and Tracy Mabal
for culture and the arts
April 29-May 2, - UC Dance Company represented the Cebu
2011 Province in the Ha Long Festival held in Ha
Long City, Quang Nihn Province, Vietnam
April 2, 2011 - HRM department was endorsed for
certification to the Federation of Accrediting
Agencies of the Philippines for Level II Fourth
Reaccreditation Status for the period May
2011-May 2016 for having satisfactorily met
the standards and fulfilled all the
requirements of the PACU-COA
June 2011 - UC in partnership with the Australian Trade
Training College (ATTC) offers international
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Cookery Level 3. Students earn an

international diploma without going abroad
- UC HRM sends the first batch of six (6) HRM
practicumers to the United States of America
for their on-the-job-training
- UC Main opened the course Industrial
Engineering
June 23, 2011 - Inauguration and blessing of the new I-
Building extension and the new Mock Bridge
Investiture of the 4th Batch of IMEC Scholars
into the program
September 15, - UC Main Campus High School Department was
2011 granted Certification Status by Fund for
Assistance to Private Education (FAPE)
September 17- - Erving John Reyes Pedroso placed fourth place
18, 2011 in the Marine Engineering Board Examination
September 28- - Engr. Lhoven Larrobis garnered the eighth
29, 2011 place in the Mechanical Engineering Board
Examination
September 28- - UC College of Law Mooting Team won grand
30, 2011 slam in the National Moot Court Competition
held at Ateneo de Manila University from
September 28-30, 2011. UC is the only law
school in the history of Moot Court
Competition to win grand slam, sweeping all
major awards and besting 16 other law
schools in the country. The members of the
team include Virgil Vallecera as Best Oralist in
the final and general rounds, Manuel Elijah
Sarausad as Second Best Oralist, Atty. Cheryl
Cabutihan as coach, as well as Gibran
Abubakar, Merachelle Borracho, Christopher
John Menguito, Kara Mae Noveda, Fellain Ann
Marquez and Monique Paloma as legal
researchers
October 13, - UC garnered the top three places in the Naval
2011 Architecture and Marine Engineering
Licensure Examination. Engr. Neil Nardo
ranked first place, whilst, Engr. Jason M.
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took the second and third place respectively.

October 28, - UC Banilad was adjudged as the Visayas
2011 winner in the “I Am A Changemaker” Social
Enterprise National Business Plan Competition
2011 sponsored by the British Council. Jezreel
Archival (BSBA3), Sheryl Benitez (BSA3), Jean
Millor (bSA 4) and Loyd Orlanes (BSBA
Alumnus) comprised the winning team, with
Ms.Judy Ann Ferrater and Dr. Christopher
Biore serving as coaches. The Uc team’s
proposal ”Seeds of Hope”, aimed at providing
alternative source of livelihood for the
Umapad Women’s Group based in Mandaue
City. The proposal introduced the use of scrap
mango seeds to be used as source of oil for
cosmetic products.
November 4, - The UC Dance Company represented the
2011 Philippines in the Guandong International
Tourism and Culture Festival 2011 held in
Guandong China from November 4 to 8, 2011.
November 5, - Johnlery P. Caneja, a BS Criminology and
2011 scholar of UC reigns as the Grand Champion of
Arnis Kata Open Weapon Category Espada y
Dagga (Sword and Dagger) held in Pacifica,
California, US of A. Comprising the team was
Benigno “Ekin” Caniga, Jr. and Max Caballes.
November 7, - UC Webmasters is crowned CESAFI College
2011 Champion, repeating its feat in 2010.
March 2012 - UC had 5 topnotchers in the Mechanical
Engineering Licensure Examinations with
Anore, Richard A. (4th Place), Romarate,
Cabrini V. (5th Place), Nadela, Katherine Noel
(6th Place), Olofernes, Jeffrey S. (9th Place ),
Salve, Jose Niel A. (10th Place).
Jan Frelyn Ocso Paalisbo placed 10th in the
- Licensure Examination for Teachers held on
March 2012.
- Accredited Level I – Formal for Masters in
Nursing, Masters in Business Administration,
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- BSBA program was accredited Level I – Formal.

March 1-2, 2012 - PACUCOA visits UC-Main’s Elementary
Education program for Level II – 4th
Reaccreditation.
March 7-9, 2012 - PACUCOA visits UC-Banilad’s Nursing program
for Level II – 4th Reaccreditation.

March 2012 - Jan Frelyn Ocso Paalisbo ranked tenth place in

the Licensure Examination for Teachers

March 8-10, - UC College of Law Mooting Team represented

2012 the Philippines in the Asia-Pacific International
Moot Court Competition on International
Humanitarian Law in Hongkong. The team
ranked third among 20 law schools from
different countries in the Asia Pacific region.
April 10, 2012 - PACU-COA granted UC College of Nursing
Level 2 Fourth Reaccredited Status.
April 16, 2012 - PACUCOA grants Level II – 4th Reaccreditation
to UC-Main’s Elementary Education program
Level I – Formal for Accountancy.
June 10, 2012 - UC Dance Company won the Best Folkloric
Performer Award in the Korea World Tourism
Fair held in Seoul, South Korea from June 7 to
10, 2012. The troupe was also invited to
perform in the Phillipine Food Festival in Korea
from June 10 to 16, 2012 at the Millenium
Seoul Hilton, and during the Philippines Sales
Mission on June 8, 2012 held at Westin
Chosun Hotel.
June 21-24, 2012 - UC Dance Company represented the province
of Cebu in the Danoje Festival in Guangnong,
Province of Gangwon, South Korea.
July 15-24, 2012 - UC Dance Company represented the country
together with Ballet Philippines, Gian
Magdangal, Down to Mars in the Yeuso World
Expo held in Yeuso, South Korea.
August 10, 2012 - Atty. Augusto W. Go received the Garbo sa
Sugbo Awards in the field of Education given
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Founding Anniversary of the Province of Cebu.

August 28, 2012 - Vanessa Tocle garnered 10th place in the June
2012 Nursing Licensure Exam.
September 2012 - Leslie Ann Estaniel landed 7th Place in the 2012
Licensure Examination of Teachers in
Elementary Education.
- UC High School Varsity Team registered 17th
straight title in the Milo Little Olympics Visayas
Regional Finals held on August to September
2012.
- UC Lapu-lapu and Mandaue won first place for
the Central and Esatern Visayas regions in the
14th Inter-Collegiate Finance Competition
(ICFC) and ranked third in the nationwide
competition next to Ateneo de Manila and
University of the Philippines.
- UC-METC passed the re-accreditation
conducted by the Directorate General of
Seafarers, Panama Maritime Authority (PMA)
during a quality audit held on Sept. 21, 2012.
- Cadet Thaddea Pearl M. Hangadm a
Norweigian Shiponers Association (NSA)
scholar in Marine Transportation at UCLM was
awarded as one of the Ten Outstanding
Maritime Students of the Philippines for 2012.
- June Mar Fajardo, a UC Webmaster Varsitarian
emerged as the first overall pick in the 2012
PBA Rookie draft on August 19, 2012 at the
Robinsons Midtown Manila.
- The Seafaring Catering and Stewarding team
of UC METC was declared Over-all Champion
for the entire Visayas Region in the Ajinomoto
Umami Culinary Challenge held on Sept. 22 at
the Cebu International Convention Center. The
Team was composed of Canuto Ponteres Jr.,
Glenne Rosario Olaco, Jaser Lacre, Jessie Elwin
Ty, Jose Martin Acha, Karen Dawn Arabia,
Keyzel Jane Abuedo, Primo Tobias, Jr., and
Warrins Descartin, under the guidance of
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September 4, - UC launches Univ. of Cebu Medical Center

2012 (UCMC) in an inaugural dinner held at Marco
Polo Hotel Ballroom.
September 5-7, - PACUCOA visits UC-METC’s Marine
2012 Engineering and Marine Transportation
programs for Level II – 4th Reaccreditation.
September 18- - PACUCOA visits UCLM’s Criminology and
20, 2012 Secondary Education programs for Candidate
Status.
September 20, - PACUCOA visits UC-Banilad’s Business
2012 Administration, Elementary Education,
Information Technology and Secondary
Education programs for Candidate Status.
October 2012 - Rofel Bayaga Kiamco landed 9th place in the
2012 Criminologist Licensure Examination,
while Messrs. Geelo Ree L. Orcullo and Ronnie
S. Alcorcon took the 1st and 2nd place
respectively in the Naval Architecture and
Marine Engineer Licensure Examination. In
the Customs Borkers Examination, Evez Dexter
A. Carceldo of UC Main got the 5th place,
whilst, Harlykenn Villasor and Jonel M. Pilota,
both from UCLM garnered the 7th and 9th place
respectively.
- UC was hailed as National Champion of the
Food Category and First Runner-up in the Non-
Food Category in the 2012 Philippine Chamber
of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) 6th Best
Business Idea and Development (BIDA) Award
held at the PCCI Boardroom, Mckinley Hill,
Bonifacio Global City and the awarding held at
Manila Hotel on October 10, 2012. UC Banilad
made the representation – Jezreel Ezer
Archival (BSBA4), Sheryl Benitez (BSA 4),
Marrise Tumampos (BSACT3), Wilheim De
Leon (BSA 3) with coach Dr. Christopher Biore.
- UCLM College of Criminology and BS in
Secondary Education were accredited Level II
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students to the BS Marine Transportation, BS

Marine Engineering and BS Naval Architecture
and Marine Engineering courses as an offshoot
of the partnership entered into by UC and the
Government of Nigeria.
December 30, - Jeezreel Ezer Archival of UC Banilad won First
2012 place in the Ten Outstanding Jose Rizal Model
Students of the Philippines besting more than
two hundred students all over the country.
November of 2012, Mr. Archival was also one
of the four Philippine Delegates to the Bayer
(Global) Young Environmental Envoy held in
Germany. After coming back, Mr. Archival
received a letter from the Office of the
President of the Philippines informing him of
another social project in Japan which is
spearheaded by the National Youth
Commission.
December 31, - Rezzini Alexes Gomez, RN, from UC Banilad
2012 Batch 2010 won as Ms. Tourism International
held in Malaysia. She is the daughter of Roel
Gomez, a Webmaster Coach and Lalaine
Camlian Gomez, RN – CCC CN batch 1986.
March 11, 2012 - UC Medical Center (UCMed) had its ground
breaking and blessing rites.
- The Mechanical Engineering Department-UC
Main produced topnotchers, namely Jeffrey J.
Barce, Jr. and Leo Cocoy M. Nahid who placed
second and sixth respectively in the
Mechanical Engineering Licensure Examination
held on March 26, 2013.
March 11, 2013 - The College of Criminology –UC Main produced
an eight placer Topnotch in the person of
Jeffery O. Gerodias held from April 7 to 9,
2013.
- Jestoni L. Potot (UCLM) placed fourth in the
Licensure for Teachers held on March 10,
2013.
- An addition to the hoard of topnotchers, Doris
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Midwifery-UC Banilad Licensure Examination

held in May, 2013.
May 8, 2013 - Ms. Candice Gotianuy, University Chancellor
was installed as Honorary Consul to Norway in
Cebu at Marco Polo Hotel.
July 27-28, 2013 - 5 out of 10 Topnotchers in the O.I.C.
(Navigational Watch) Licensure Exam were
from UC. 1st – John Ferdiand C. Ambrad; 4th –
Melchor G. Labajo; 5th – Sean Robert L. Nasiad;
9th-Albert John J. Alpes; 10th – Eubert Glen M.
Supremo.
August 13-15, - PACUCOA visits UC-Main Campus’ programs:
2013 Liberal Arts program for Level II – 4th
Reaccreditation; and, Civil Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering and Customs
Administration programs for Level I-Formal
Visit.
September 2013 - Jerry Barrega Capin (METC) landed 9th place in
the Marine Engineer Officer Licensure
Examination.
September 3, - PACUCOA grants Level II – 4th Reaccreditation
2013 to UC-Main Campus Liberal Arts program.
- PACUCOA grants Level I – Formal Accredited
Status to UC-Main Campus’ Customs
Administration, Civil Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, Information Technology and
Secondary Education programs.
October 11, - 3 out of 10 Topnotchers from the Naval
2013 Architecture and Marine Engineering
Licensure Examination were from UC. 1st –
Julimar C. Ponce; 2nd – Jaklyn R. Antolihao; and
3rd – Earl John B. Ponteras.
October 15, - Cebu and Bohol were badly hit by a 7.2
2013 Magnitude Earthquake, thus suspending
classes till the last week of October. UC
Banilad became a relief operation center (with
DSWD) which packed and distributed goods
with the help of Jaycees. UC also participated
in the # Bangon Sugbohol benefit concert We
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and became the lead organizer of the We Will

Rise Again 2 Concert (together with SM City
Cebu) held at SM city on October 26. Both
shows were directed by Rudy U. Aviles and
participated by bands, choirs, individual
performers, theatre groups which volunteered
and gave their services for free.
October 22-23, - 4 out of 10 Topnotchers in the Customs Broker
2013 Licensure Examination were from UCLM. 1st –
Evangeryl A. Muñez; 2nd – Dimple Palm D.
Comaingking; 3rd – Mary Catherine C. Catalan;
7th – Mary Claire L. Tabal.
October 23, - The University of Cebu Mechanical Engineering
2013 Quiz Bowl Team emerged as Champion in the
Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers or
PSME National Quiz Bowl held during the
3rd PSME National Mechanical Engineering
Student Conference at the SMX Convention
Center in Pasay City.
- The UC Team bested 48 schools
nationwide. The champion quiz bowlers
include: Joseph Bryan Marollano, Chernan
Madugay, John Siegfred Saludar, Edmar Ogaro
and Micah Arceño. They were ably guided by
their coaches, namely: Engr. Rodel Naval,
Engr. Ronnie Alcorcon and Engr. Cecilio
Estoconing.
November 8, - Visayas was hit by a ver strong typhoon
2013 codenamed Haiyan (Local name Yolanda)
which badly hit Northern Cebu, Tacloban,
Samar and Leyte. UC once again organized a
relief operation.
November 15, - FAPE ESC Recertification Visit of the UCLM
2013 High School Department.
November 22, - The College of Criminology –UC Main produced
2013 a topnotcher – 5th placer, Gregore Usaraga
Gacus in the Criminologist Licensure
Examination held October 2013.
December 2013 - UC was granted by CHED a permit to offer BS in
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December 5, - FAPE granted the UCLM High School

2013 Department a Re-Certification Status with a
Very Satisfactory (VS) rating.
December - The Philippine Association of Colleges and
6, 2013 Universities Commission on Accreditation (
PACUCOA) gave UC a special award and
declared it as an “Institution with the fourth
highest number of accredited programs in the
Philippines; the highest number of accredited
programs in Region VII.”
December 14, - PACUCOA grants Level II – 1st Reaccreditation
2013 to UC-Main Campus Accountancy program.
2014 - PACUCOA visits programs in UCLM:
Information Technology, Elementary and High
School programs for Candidate Status; and,
Accountancy, Elementary Education and Hotel
and Restaurant Management for Level I –
Formal Visit.
January 6, 2014 - Deodatus Paulo Y. Burgos received the AY
Foundation NATIONAL DISCIPLINE AWARD at
Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, Makati City.
- Mayn Yengele A. Coran won the BRONZE
MEDAL in the FIRST WORLD CADET
TAEKWONDO Championship in Baku,
Azerbaijan.
January 29-30, - Three topnotchers from UC METC in the
2014 Marine Deck Licensure Examination – Rhine
Rizada Pareja, 2nd Placer in the Master
Mariner, Lawrence Sadili Pimentel and
Raymond Ceros Coryoca who garnered 6th and
8th respectively in the O.I.C. Navigational
Watch.
February 24, - Atty. Go was conferred the Outstanding
2014 Service Award in the field of Education and
Philanthropy during the 77th Cebu City Charter
celebration held at Marco Polo Hotel.
February 26-27, - Raymart Manaba Coranof UC METC landed 5th
2014 place in the OIC Engineering Watch Licensure
Examination.
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2014 Elementary and High School Departments.

March 17-19, - PACUCOA visits UC-Main Campus’ Business
2014 Administration and Criminology programs for
Level II – 1st Reaccreditation.
March 18, 2014 - Two topnotchers in the Licensure Examination
for Teachers held in January 2014 – both got
the 8th place in the elementary level – Mary
Kenth Ababao- Aceret of UC Main and Jasson
Singculan of UCLM.
- The College of Law produced a 6th Placer in the
October 2013 Bar Examination in the person
of Atty. Manuel Elijah Sarausad. Atty.
Sarausad was given a brand new car on March
21, 2014 by the Chancellor.
March 25, 2014 - The UC Main Mechanical Engineering
Department produced a twin 7th Placer in the
Mechanical Engineering Board Examination in
the persons of Ian L. Beronio and Gregory P.
Rellita.
April 14, 2014 - PACUCOA grants Level II – 1st Reaccreditation
to UC-MainCampus Business Administration
and Criminology programs.
July 5-6, 2014 - UC METC earned 6 Topnotchers out of 10 in
the O.I.C. Navigational Watch Licensure
Examination. First placer was Romano S.
Ripdos, Jr., 3rd place was Nico PJ S. Gomez, 4th
placers – Rodney T. Maluya and Reyman B.
Maranan, 9th place is Ruli C. Urge, and 10th
place is Xavier J. Manigos.
- At the same time, in the Master Mariner
Examination, METC graduates Love A.
Sastrillas got the 9th place, while in the Chief
Mate Licensure Examination, Rodrigo C. Llena
and Kenneth V. Entrampas got the 5th and 8th
place respectively.
August 21, 2014 - Emmanuel D. Dotillos, Jr. of NSA UCLM was
declared as one of the 10 Outstanding
Maritime Students of the Philippines
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September 3, - Three topnotchers in the Naval Architecture

2014 and Marine Engineer Licensure Examination –
4th Place was Marlette F. Natividad, 5th Place
was Wilson M. Pegarido and 9th Place was
Clyde Rupert S. Escalona.
September 4, - A first in the history of UC was the Birthday
2014 Celebration of Ms. Candice Gotianuy and the
opening of Intramurals 2014 where all the four
campuses joined in one venue. It was eld in
the early morning at the Cebu City Sports
Center and attended by approximately 20,000
students, teaching and non-teaching
personnel.
October 9-10, - PACUCOA visits UCLM’s Nursing program for
2014 Candidate Status.
October 9-11, - PACUCOA visits UC-Main Campus’ programs:
2014 Electrical Engineering for Level I – Formal Visit;
and, Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN), Master
of Business Administration (MBA), Master of
Science in Criminology (MSCrim) and Master
of Science Teaching (MST) programs for Level
II-Formal Visit.
October 30, - Aime Reuyan Balbuena, BEED from UCLM
2014 landed fourth place in the August 2014
Teachers’ Licensure Examination.
November 2014 - Marine Engineering produced topnotchers in
Melvin S. Cabalhin (OIC) (METC) – 1st Placer,
Thom Jer M. Bacalso (OIC) (METC)– 1st Placer,
Philip F. Bediña (OIC)(METC) – 2nd Placer,
Arnel Despi (OIC) (METC)– 6th placer, Romuald
M. Molina (OIC) (METC)– 9th place.
November 14, - Jofe S. Inihao of UCLM landed 9th place in the
2014 Customs Brokers Licensure Examination.
November 17, - Six out of 10 topnothcers in the OIC
2014 Navigational Watch Licensure Exam (Written
Phase) – Steven Christian T. Solon ( UCLM) got
the 4th place, Arnel Santilla Despi is 6th place,
Kim P. Dajao (UCLM) is 7th place, GLynnis M.
Malinao (METC)and Eugenio J. Zamora
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Bustamante(METC) is 10th place.

- In the Chief Mate Licensure Exam (Written
Phase) Dustin Francis G. Camoying(METC)got
the 7th place while Aries Andrew G. Amejan
(METC) got the 9th place.
- In the Master Mariner Licensure Examination
(Written Phase), Ariel D. Serafin (METC) got
the 7th place.
November 26, - UC received the PERLAS Awards as an
2014 Outstanding Institution because of its relief
and rehabilitation efforts done during the
Earthquake and Yolanda tragedy in 2013.
Other Awardees included RAFI and SM. The
Awarding was held at the SM Cinema 1.
- Jem Vincent Pacaldo of UC Main Campus
landed 7th in the October 19, 2014
Criminologist Licensure Examination.
December 10, - The City Central School Elementary School Old
2014 Gabaldon Bldg. was Blessed and the Marker
unveiled with Atty. Augusto W. Go in
attendance as the main Benefactor together
with Mayor Michael Rama. The blessing was
supposedly on December 8, but due to the
typhoon Ruby, it was moved to December 10,
2014.
December 13, - Atty. Go received his citation and recognition
2014 as Friend of Education for the above generous
contribution during the 2014 Teacher’s Day
Celebration spearheaded by the Cebu City
Government and DepEd School Divisions of
Cebu City held at the Dept. of General Services
Warehouse at SRP.
December 19, - University of Cebu was granted Government
2014 Recognition (CHED) to fully operate the UC
College of Medicine Foundation, Inc. effective
June of 2015. Dr. Yolanda Sayson was tasked
to get the documents in Manila on December
23, 2014.
2015 - PACUCOA visits UCLM’s Business
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Reaccreditation.
January 25, 2015 - At least 44 policemen perished in what
authorities said was a "misencounter" with
alleged members of the Moro Islamic
Liberation Front and breakaway group
Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom fighters at
Mamasapano, Maguindanao while chasing
high-ranking terrorists Zulkifli Abdhir and Basit
Usman. One of the 44 was PO1 Romeo
Cempron, a UC BS Crim Graduate Batch 2005.
March 11, 2015 - Chernan Lepon Madugay (UC Main) landed 3rd
place in the Mechanical Engineering Licensure
Exam held March 2015.
March 26, 2015 - UC College of Law produced another
topnotcher -- a fifth placer and the first
woman topnothcher in UC college of Law. –
Atty. Michelle Liao.
May 1, 2015 - The University of Cebu Medical Center was
inspected by Pres. Benigno S. Aquino the III
(this was supposed to be an inauguration and
a blessing).
May 23, 2015 - Elmar U. Lim of UC Main Campus placed 10th in
the Secondary level, while Kim Roxan Onda
placed 9th in the Elementary Level during the
Licensure Examination for Teachers held last
March 29, 2015.
May 27, 2015 - Harlie B. Rañola a 2nd year BS Compsci from UC
Banilad was declared the winner of the UC
Tigers Mascot contest which was launched in
October 2014 during the 50th year celebration.
He won a cash award of P50,000.00.
June 16, 2015 - The first baby was delivered at UC Med, 7.5 lbs
baby boy Michael Augusto C. Ediong, borne to
Janine and Dester Ediong. He is the grandson
of Helen Cabalde, College of Nursing
Secretary. The baby was granted by the
Chancellor a lifetime Scholarship grant from
Kindergarten to Medical Studies.
June 23, 2015 - Dann Francis B. Sarnillo from UC Banilad placed
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on May 30 & 31, 2015.

July 2, 2015 - UC was granted by CHED Government
Recognition to offer Doctor of Business
Management (DBA) effective 2015 -2016.
July 23-24, 2015 - PACUCOA visits UCLM’s Marine Engineering
and Marine Transportation programs for
Candidate Status.
July 28, 2015 - UC was granted by the Department of
Education a provisional Permit to operate the
Senior High School Program effective 2016 -
2017 offering all tracks and strands.
August 2015 - The Real Estate Appraiser Licensure
Examination given by the Board of Real Estate
Service produced topnotchers from UC as
recognized by the Cebu City Government in
their Resolution No. 13-0650-2015 dated
September 16, 2015. 5th Placer – Mark Igar
Cabaluna, 6th Placer Renelito Dichos Tangkay,
and 10th Placer Lucille Garcia Avenido, all from
UC Main Campus.
September 10, - Reigh Mark Salomon (UC Main) garnered
2015 second place in the Electrical Engineering
Licensure Examination.
September 21, - 4th year Deck Cadet Florencio Soliguen
2015 Deypalubos III from UCLM NSACadet Program
garnered one of the Top Ten Maritime
Students of the Philippines in the 5th Western
Union Search for Ten Outstanding Maritime
students of the Philippines.
October 2015 - PACUCOA visits UC-METC’s Ships Catering
Service NC I (Messman), Ships Catering Service
NC II (Ship cook) and Shielded Metal Arc
Welding NC II programs for Candidate Status.
October 6-7, - PACUCOA visits UC-Main Campus’ programs:
2015 Accountancy program for Level II – 1st
Reaccreditation; and, Elementary & High
School programs for Level I – Formal Visit.
October 9, 2015 - Micah B. Arceño of UCMain placed First in the
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October 12, - Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

2015 garnered 5 out of 10 to pnotchers in Jaylann
Bucol Sumagang, 4th place; Marjorie Joyce
Luego Villamor, 5th place; Vincent Quirit Peria,
6th place; Edcil John Lanario Aguirre, 9th
place; and Ivorre Kenz Apurillo Francisco, 10th
place.
October 21, - UCMain bested 53 other schools in the
2015 Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers
National Quiz Bowl held in Manila. UCMain
was represented by Ivyl Beronio, Jay Rald
Qianchon, Marina Luchavez with coaches Engr.
Rodel Naval and Engr. Cecilio Estoconing.
UCLM was 1st Runner-up represented by Jon
Myles Tan, Brylle Gilbuena, Joseph Ace Tigas,
Jeric Neil Tariao, Jesilo Jan Sumalinog with
coaches Engr. Harold Borja and Engr. Roland
Fernandez.
October 29, - During an Operations Committee Meeting, the
2015 new Principals of the Senior High School were
formally introduced : Dr. Abelardo Tejo for
UCMain, Dr. Norma Oplado for UCMETC, Dr.
Rogaciano Melgar for UC Banilad, and Dr. Dan
Patindol for UCLM.
October 30, - UC Banilad produced a 5th placer in ECE Board
2015 Examination in the person of Chester Kyles
Cuyos Colita with an 89.10 score.
November 16, - Customs Brokers Examination produced a 5th
2015 Placer in Allain Paul L. Duenas from UCMain.
November 30, - UCLM produced 3 topnotchers in the Teachers
2015 Licensure Examination – Toni Rose G. Fabilla,
4th place in Elementary Education; Lester L.
Ochea 6th Place; and Ric Roland C. Tordillo is
9th placer.
December 7, - PACUCOA grants Level I – Accredited Status to
2015 UCMain’s Electrical Engineering program.
December 9, - PACUCOA grants Candidate Status to UC
2015 METC’s Ships Catering Services NC II
(Messman), Ships Catering Services NC II (Ship
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programs.
January 20-31, - University of Cebu participated in the once of a
2016 life time experience – the International
Eucharistic Congress. The members of the
Students Cultural Services did a special show
entitled Sacraments of Life which was
presented at Ayala Terraces on January 20,
and at SM Northwing on January 25, then
series of Plays in Mga Dula sa Pagtuo
presented at the San Carlos Seminary Audio-
visual Room on Jan. 27 to 29. The UC Dance
Company also spearheaded the Cultural
Program during the Grand Holy Communion at
the Cebu City Sports Complex on Jan. 30
together with the NSA Cadets, UC Chorus and
other performers from other schools and
communities. On Jan 29, the UC NSTP
students assisted in the cordoning of the
procession after the grand mass held at the
Cebu Capitol Grounds.
January 23, 2016 - UC CARES adopted Brgy. Hipodromo and the
Hipodormo Elementary School. UC will render
academic enhancement program for the
elementary school as well as engage the
community in Family education,
entrepreneurship and livelihood,
environmental protection and preservation,
disaster preparedness and risk reduction
management. The contract was signed with
Mr. Cesar Gulang of UC Cares and Bgy. Capt.
Petronila Fat.
February 3, 2016 - UC Main Campus Elementary and High School
Departments were granted Level I Accredited
Status to expire November 2018.
February 28, - Four Students from UC made it as finalists,
2016 with two ending as the Top Awardees in the
search for The Outstanding Cebu City Youth
Leaders" (TOCCYL 2016). Top Awardee for
High School is Mary Beth C. Cantiveros while
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from UC were Christine Lyka Pondayo (HS) and

Jimmy C. Layao, Jr. (Coll). The Cebu City
Government, through the Cebu City Youth
Development Commission, Office of the
Mayor, is once again spearheading this
project. It aims to give due recognition to the
young Cebu City Leaders who have unselfishly
dedicated their efforts in serving the Cebu City
community in active involvement and
participation in community-oriented services
specially health, peace and order and youth
development.
March 1, 2016 - A mobile app called “e-basura,” which seeks to
solve the problem of improper electronic
waste or e-waste disposal, was picked as this
year’s top winner in a government-led co-
organized by the ICT Office of the DOST and
the Philippine Software Industry Association
(PSIA) startup competition for college
students. The TeamseyRoll team from
University of Cebu — composed of Dominique
Kevin Macasero, Hernie Alexis Origenes,
Joesenh Nino Codera, Albert Cueme, and Ed
Ryan Estrella — bested nine other teams from
Visayas and Mindanao which competed in the
national finals held at the Bayview Park Hotel
in Manila on March 1. Originally, the contest
started with 108 entries from all over the
country.
March 1-3, 2016 - PACUCOA visits UC-MainCampus programs:
Computer Engineering for Level II – 2nd
Reaccreditation; Naval Architecture and
Marine Engineering (NAME) for Consultancy;
Information Technology and Secondary
Education programs for Level I – Formal Visit;
and, Hotel and Restaurant Management for
Level II – 4th Reaccreditation.
April 5, 2016 - 3 topnotchers from UC Main Mechanical
Engineering – 1st place was Marina M.
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4th is Jay Rald L. Quiachon. Luchavez received a

brand new car as an incentive and the mentor
also got a car. Luchavez received a brand new
Totyota Wigo, while the other two received
100K each. Their mentor Engr. Ronnie
Alcorcon was also given a car but he opted to
convert the gift to cash.
May 19, 2016 - UCLM produced two 9th placers in the
Licensure for Teachers (Elementary Level) –
Kent Apa Hiyas and Kimberly Hope Ondoy
Largo.
August 27, 2016 - The UC Engineering Building Groundbreaking
Ceremonies was done at its site at J. Alcantara
Street in Barangay Sambag Dos, Cebu City,
across Elizabeth Mall. Atty. Go headed the
ground breaking ceremonies with Engr.
Richard Saing (Dean of the College of
Engineering) and the student officers of the
Engineering student organizations.
September 25, - The UC Cheerdance Team won the Grand Prize
2016 in the College Division Cheerdance
Competition in the 40th Milo Annual Marathon
held at the Cebu city Sports Complex.
October 10, - The Naval Architecture and Marine
2016 Engineering produced topnotchers - Jelie L.
Enad (5th), Paul Khevin T. Arcuino (8th), and
Arvin John D. Concon (10th).
October 22-24, - The UC Dance Company was invited to the East
2016 Asean Inter Regional Forum (EATOF) as a
representative performer for the Province of
Cebu held at Yogyagarta, Indonesia. Rudy U.
Aviles was asked to participate in the Academe
Forum in said event also. The group went as a
party of Vice Gov. Agnes A. Magpale.
November 5, - PACUCOA grants Level I Formal Accredited
2016 Status to UCLM’s High School, Elementary,
Marine Engineering, Marine Transportation
and Nursing programs.
November 18, - UCMain garnered a Customs Licensure
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S. Librado.
December 7, - Wilmer Puerto from UCMain got the 7th place
2016 in the Criminologist Licensure Examination.
February 11, - The UC Dance Company represented the
2017 country and the Cebu Provincial Government
in the G-1 Olympic Festival held at Gangwon
Province, Republic of Korea.
February 19, - The UC Cheer Dance Team won the over-all
2017 Championship in the Visayan Regional
Qualifiers of the National Cheerleading
Competition held at SM Consolacion. Winning
in three categories, namely, Open Partner
stunts Division, Open Coed Group Stunts
Division, and Coed College Cheer Division. The
Watch Your Step crew also won first and
second place in the NDC Coed College Hip
Hop Division. While the UPSURGE of the Junior
High School won grand champion in the All
Girls Senior Hiphop.
July 29, 2017 - PACUCOA grants Level III Reaccredited Status
to UC Main’s Master of Science in Teaching,
Master of Arts in Nursing, master of Science in
Criminology and Master of Business
Administration Program.
September 18, - The UC Main Senior High School was partly
2017 opened and occupied.
September 25- - UC Main underwent Institutional 2017
27, 2017 Sustainability Assessment (ISA) inspection/visit
by CHED.
October 7, 2017 - PACUCOA grants Level III Reaccredited Status
to UC Main’s Bachelor of Elementary
Education Program.
October 9, 2017 - First time in the UC history that NAME
occupied all Top 10 slots with a tie of the third
and tenth slot, thus, producing 12 topnotchers
from UC. First – Jayvie O. Albarando; 2nd –
Randolph D. Tebernero; 3rd – Reanne P.
Mangubat and Lyndon Hanz P. Pernites; 4th –
Vince Alex E. Villahermosa; 5th Lyndon S.
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Enad; 8th –KC Rare B. Emance; 9th –

Christakhis Nino L. Nodalo; 10th Kit Bonefiel A.
Bontor and Charisse Ivy C. Talle.
February 18, - UC received the Government Permit to open
2018 the Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
/ Medical Laboratory Science for SY 2018.
March 2, 2018 - Wenelito P. Fabroa landed 4th place in the
Electronic Communications Engineering Board
Examinations.
April 13, 2018 - Judd Maverick Tan of UCLM landed 3rd place in
the Electronic Communication Engineering
Board Examinations.
May 19, 2018 - PACUCOA grants Level III Reaccredited Status
to UC Banilad Nursing Program.
August 29, 2018 - The Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
granted University of Cebu the permit to offer
the Bachelor of Science in Hotel Restaurant
Management Program through the Expanded
Equivalency and Accreditation Program
(ETEEAP).
September 1, - UC Main produced two topnotchers in the
2018 Mechanical Engineering Licensure
Examinations, Redendo Abayan Apa, Jr.
Landed 8th place while Jack Langhay Paculanag
got the 10th spot.
September 2, - The UC Elementary and Junior High School
2018 Athletes took the over all champion in the 23rd
Milo Visayas Olympics after a drought for 7
years.
October 2018 - The construction of the UC Main Bldg. was
launched to serve as the new Engineering and
IT Bldg.
October 8, 2018 - The Naval Architecture and Marine
Engineering produced 8 topnotchers with a
First placer garnered by Joseph Satura, 2nd
placers Joyce Kimberlyt Alejandro and Ross
Norman Bacus, 3rd Placer Prince Kyle Abanid,
4th placer Benson Jade Madriaga, 7th placer
Christian Joseph Duliguez, 9th placer Jonez
Marie Chiu, and 10th placer Wrynzler Wyrken

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Toni Timbal.
November 26, - Customs produced a Board Examination 9th
2018 Placer in Jennylou Zamosa Capino.
December 11, - The Chancellor launched for the first time the
2018 Make a Wish program were it granted
Christmas wishes to a lot of UC students and
personnel. The first activity granted was the
feeding program wished by 7 wishers to feed
the street children in the areas of Cebu and
Mandaue. The video of the event posted on
IG and FB became viral that the Chancellor
was referred to as the Sta. Claus of Cebu.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This is to acknowledge that I have read the contents of this Student
Manual. As a student of the University, I shall strive to act in a manner that
reinforces the values of this institution. I further promise to abide by and
comply with the University’s guiding principles as well as its policies, rules, and
regulations.

Student’s Printed Name

Student’s Full Signature

School Year Course Year

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