ChanRobles Virtual law Library
PHILIPPINE LAWS, STATUTES & CODES
A collection of Philippine laws, statutes and codes not included or cited in the main indices of the Chan Robles Virtual Law Library.
Republic Acts :
REPUBLIC ACTS
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE LATEST ➔ PHILIPPINE LAWS, STATUTES & CODES
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE UNIVERSITY
OF RIZAL SYSTEM BY INTEGRATING THE EXISTING STATE COLLEGES IN THE
PROVINCE OF RIZAL AND THE RIZAL TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY — ANTIPOLO
ANNEX, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES |
Section 1. There is hereby established a State university in the Province of Rizal to be known as the University of Rizal System, hereinafter referred to as the University, by integrating the Rizal State College and its extension campuses in Angono, Binangonan, Pililla and Rodriguez, the Rizal Polytechnic College and its extension campus in Cainta and the Rizal Technological University — Antipolo Annex, all in the Province of Rizal. The main campus of the University shall be determined by the Commission on Higher Education. Sec. 2. The University shall primarily offer higher professional and technical instructions and training in science and technology and promote research, extension, and production services, advanced studies and specialized training in all fields deemed relevant to the development goals of the Province of Rizal. Sec. 3. A reasonably-sized laboratory school shall be allowed to remain and operate subject to the maintenance of a College of Education within the University. Likewise, the University may adopt public elementary and secondary schools in the Province of Rizal to serve as pilot centers for innovative teaching and learning strategies and approaches so operated and maintained under an appropriate memorandum of agreement between the University and the Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS). Sec. 4. The University may open new branches/annexes in consortium with other academic institutions only within the Province of Rizal. Sec. 5. The governing body of the University shall be
the Board of Regents, hereinafter referred to as the Board, which shall
be composed of the following: (a)
The Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Chairman; The two (2) prominent citizens shall be chosen from among a list of at least five (5) qualified persons in the Province of Rizal, as recommended by a search committee constituted by the University president in consultation with the chairman of CHED based on the normal standards and qualifications for the position. The term of office of the representatives of the federations of faculty associations, student councils and alumni associations shall be coterminous with their respective term of office. For the purpose of the provisions of this Sec., the associations of faculty, alumni and student councils in each branch of the University shall organize themselves to form their respective federations, which in turn shall elect their federation officials. The two (2) prominent citizens shall serve for a term of two (2) years. Sec. 6. The Board shall promulgate and implement policies in accordance with the declared policies on education and other pertinent provisions of the Philippine Constitution on education, science and technology, arts, culture and sports as well as the policies, standards and thrusts of the CHED under Republic Act No. 7722. Sec. 7. The Board shall have the following specific
powers and duties in addition to its general powers of administration
and the exercise of all the powers granted to the Board of Directors of
a corporation under existing laws: (a)
To enact rules and regulations not contrary to law as may be necessary
to carry out the purposes and functions of the State University; Any provision of existing laws, rules and regulations to the contrary notwithstanding, any income generated by the University from tuition fees and other charges, as well as from the operation of auxiliary services and land grants, shall be retained by the University, and may be disbursed by the Board for instruction, research, extension, or other programs/projects of the University: Provided, That all fiduciary fees shall be disbursed for the specific purposes for which they are collected. If for reasons beyond its control, the University shall not be able to pursue any project for which funds have been appropriated and allocated under its approved program of expenditures, the Board may authorize the use of said funds for any reasonable purpose which, in its discretion, may be necessary and urgent for the attainment of the objectives and goals of the University. (e)
To adopt and implement a socialized scheme of tuition and school fees
for greater access to poor but deserving students; Sec. 8. The Board of Regents shall regularly convene at least once every quarter. The chairman of the Board of Regents may call a special meeting whenever necessary: Provided, That members are notified in writing at least three (3) days prior to said meeting. A majority of all members holding office shall consist a quorum for board meetings: Provided: That, the chairman of the Board, or the president of the University is among those present in the meeting. In the absence of the chairman of the CHED, a commissioner of the CHED, duly designated by him, shall represent him in the meeting: Provided, however, That during this meeting, the president of the University as vice-chairman shall be the presiding officer: Provided, further, That this proviso notwithstanding, the chairman of the CHED is hereby authorized to designate a CHED commissioner as the regular chair of the Board of Trustees, in which case said CHED commissioner shall act as the presiding officer. The members of the Board shall not receive compensation but shall be reimbursed for necessary expenses incurred in their attendance of meetings or in connection with their official business authorized by resolution of the Board, subject to pertinent existing laws and regulations. Sec. 9. The administration of the University shall be
vested in the president of the University who shall render full-time
service. He shall be appointed by the Board upon recommendation of the
Committee on Higher Education, in consultation with a duly constituted
search committee. He shall have a term of four (4) years and shall be
eligible for reappointment for another term: Provided, however, That
this proviso notwithstanding, in order to effect a smooth transition to
a university, the chairman of the CHED shall appoint an
officer-in-charge pending the appointment of the first University
president. Sec. 10. There shall be an administrative council consisting of the president of the University as chairman, the vice-president(s), deans, directors and other officials of equal rank as members whose duty is to review and recommend to the Board policies governing the administration, management and development planning of the University. Sec. 11. There shall be an academic council
consisting of the president of the University, as chairman, the
vice-president(s) and all members of the instructional staff with the
rank of not lower than assistant professor, as members. Sec. 12. There shall be a secretary of the University who shall be appointed by the Board upon recommendation of the president of the University. He shall also be the secretary of the Board and shall keep such records of the University as may be determined by the Board. Sec. 13. The Treasurer of the Philippines shall be the ex officio Treasurer of the University. Sec. 14. No student shall be denied admission to the
University by reason of sex, nationality, religion, or political
affiliation. Sec. 15. No religious opinion or affiliation shall be a matter of inquiry in the appointment of faculty members of the University: Provided, however, That no member of faculty shall teach for or against any particular church or religious sect. Sec. 16. On or before the fifteenth (15th) day of the second month after the opening of the regular classes each year, the Board shall file with the Office of the President of the Philippines, through the chairperson of the CHED and to both Houses of Congress, a detailed report on the progress, conditions and needs of the University. Sec. 17. All the assets, fixed and movable, personnel and records of the Rizal State College and its extension campuses in Angono, Binangonan, Pililla and Rodriguez, the Rizal Polytechnic College and its extension campus in Cainta and the Rizal Technological University — Antipolo Annex as well as liabilities or obligations, are hereby transferred to the University of Rizal System: Provided, That the positions, rights and security of tenure of personnel therein employed under existing laws prior to absorption by the University are not impaired: Provided, further, That the incumbents of the positions shall remain in the same status until otherwise provided for by the Board. All parcels of land belonging to the government, occupied by the Rizal State College and its extension campuses in Angono, Binangonan, Pililla and Rodriguez, the Rizal Polytechnic College and its extension campus in Cainta and the Rizal Technological University — Antipolo Annex shall be declared the property of the University of Rizal System and shall be titled under that name: Provided, furthermore, That should the University cease to exist or be abolished or such parcels of land aforementioned be no longer needed by the University, the same shall be transferred to the Province of Rizal. However, the provincial government of Rizal can only utilize such land (or its equivalent monetary values) for higher education purposes as mentioned in this Act. Sec. 18. All accounts and expenses of the University shall be audited by the Commission on Audit or its duly authorized representative. Sec. 19. The heads of bureaus and offices of the national government are hereby authorized to loan or transfer, upon request of the president of the University, such apparatus, equipment or supplies as may be needed by the University and to detail employees for duty therein when in the judgment of the bureau or office, such apparatus, equipment, supplies or services of such employees can be spared without serious detriment to the public service. Employees so detailed shall perform such duties as required of them by the president of the University, and the time so employed shall be counted as part of their regular services. Sec. 20. The amount necessary for the implementation of this Act shall be charged against the current year's appropriations of the Rizal State College, the Rizal Polytechnic College and the Rizal Technological University — Antipolo Annex. Thereafter, such sums as may be necessary for the continued operation and maintenance of the University of Rizal System shall be included in the annual General Appropriations Act. Sec. 21. Sec.s 1, 4 and 22 of Republic Act No. 8365 are hereby repealed. All other laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, rules and regulations contrary or inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby repealed, amended, or modified accordingly. Sec. 22. Within a period of one (1) school year after the approval of this Act, the CHED is hereby empowered to define and design the process of reorganization and restructuring of the University. Sec. 23. If for any reason, any part or provision of this Act is declared invalid or unconstitutional, the remaining parts or provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full force and effect. Sec. 24. This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days
upon publication in the Official Gazette. (Note: Lapsed into law on August 11, 2001
without the signature of the President, |
Back to Main