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STUDENT HANDBOOK
SY 2012-2015
FOREWORD
programs.
end on May 31, 2015. All the policies and guidelines in this manual
issued.
WELCOME!
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Members of the Student Handbook Revision Committee
School Year 2012-2015
Members
Elmario Salazar, MA
Alumni Representative
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Foreword 2
Student Handbook Committee 3
De La Salle Philippines Mission Statement 5
Vision-Mission Statement 5
CLAC Collegiate Thrust 5
CLAC Graduate Studies Objective 6
Program Objectives 6
I. GENERAL DIRECTIVES 7
II. ADMISSION POLICIES 8
A. General Policies 8
B. Admission Procedures 8
C. Admission Policies Specific to Each Program 9
D. Admission Requirements for Foreign Students 9
A. Examinations 15
B. Transfer of Credits and Cross-Enrolment 16
C. Attendance 17
D. Course Withdrawal 17
E. Comprehensive Examinations 17
APPENDICES 28
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DE LA SALLE PHILIPPINES
MISSION STATEMENT
Preamble
Deeply moved, as St. John Baptist de La Salle was, by the plight of the poor and
youth-at-risk, we, the members of the Lasallian schools in the Philippines, commit
ourselves to the Lasallian Mission of providing a human and Christian education to
the young, especially in schools, with the service of the poor as priority, in order to
evangelize and catechize, to promote peace and justice, accomplishing these
together as shared mission. We draw strength from the many Lasallians committed
to incarnating our charism in our country today to serve the needs of the Filipino
youth, especially those at risk.
VISION-MISSION STATEMENT
DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY DASMARIAS
Vision
Mission
To realize this vision, the University shall strive to become a leading institution
nationally and globally in the integral formation of the youth by offering relevant,
responsive, and community-oriented academic programs, research and extension
services, and promoting a keen sense of history, arts and culture. Following the
footsteps of Saint John Baptist De La Salle, the University shall continue
transforming itself into a caring community guided by Gospel values with a fervent
spirit of service, love for learning, and excellence through a holistic formation of its
members.
Collegiate Thrust
The pursuit of knowledge for the purpose of edifying the human spirit can be
considered as one of the noblest of human endeavors. Where art and science meet,
there is insight. This insight peers deep into the affairs of human beings both as
individual and as a society, bringing us closer to understanding life itself.
The College of Liberal Arts and Communications (CLAC) envisions to become a center
of ideas and virtues, a thrust fueled by its mission to attain ethical standards in
teaching, research, global partnerships, and community service.
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As a resource for both the Church and nation, CLAC consistently upgrades the quality
of instruction through faculty competency in the various fields of specialization. It
seeks to strengthen the culture of research in the areas of national and indigenous
cultures, arts, governance, and well-being. It works alongside the institution in
furthering education through scholarship programs. It also provides community
development projects relevant to the needs of the society. Above all, it strives to
produce globally competitive graduates who are God-fearing, critical thinkers, and
experts in their disciplines and who would eventually be vital in the countrys work
force.
The CLAC Graduate Studies seeks to strengthen and to maintain quality education
focusing on community spirit and lifelong learning by:
keeping abreast with both modern trends in education espoused with time-
tested methodologies that can develop quality graduates;
providing opportunities for faculty and students to engage extensively on
research;
conducting classroom activities that can initiate proactive interaction and
utilization of higher level of thinking; and employing competent professors
who have a deep commitment to human development.
Program Objectives
The program develops among its students the theoretical, philosophical and
pedagogical foundations of teaching English as a second language, and the
competencies for teachers of English as a Second Language. As such students are
expected to be equipped with scholarly knowledge to effectively handle language
classes in all levels of the academe, likewise, to become consultants and experts in
the discipline.
Sa kursong ito ihahanda ang mga mag-aaral sa mas mataas na antas ng kaalaman
at kabatiran sa pag-aaral ng wikang Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinas. Lilinangin ang
husay at kasanayan sa mga gawaing pananaliksik sa pamamagitan ng malalim na
pagtingin sa mga isyu at kalakarang pangwika at pampanitikan sa bansa. Sa huli,
inaasahang mapalalakas ang diwa ng nasyonalismo at ng iba pang mga
pagpapahalagang moral na napapaloob sa katangian at kulturang Lasalyano.
The program aims to equip teachers and future educators with theoretical and
pedagogic knowledge and skills in the areas of social sciences. It introduces students
to the fields of history, political science, philosophy and geography. The program will
benefit teachers who are seeking professional advancement in secondary or tertiary
teaching in the social sciences.
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CERTIFICATE IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
I. GENERAL DIRECTIVES
The regulations that follow automatically apply to all graduate students of the
CLACGS, who upon admission agree to abide by the said regulations.
B. Students who are officially enrolled must have their ID card validated
every enrollment period. They must wear conspicuously their ID cards
while in campus. They must report immediately to the Students
Welfare and Formation Office lost ID cards, after which the students
must apply for a new ID card.
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I. All students are encouraged to wear appropriate attire. The following
are not allowed in campus:
1. all kinds of shorts
2. spaghetti straps, racerback, tube
3. all kinds of slippers
4. haltered blouses and dresses
K. Student groups who invite guests from outside the University (e.g. guest
lecturers, speakers, seminars participants) are required to submit a
visitor list to the Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor for
Administrative Services through the CLACGS Director. The visitor list
shall indicate the names of the campus visitors, the purpose of the visit,
and the expected time of arrival and departure.
A. General Policies
Applicants to the CLAC Graduate Studies must comply with the following
requirements:
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3. If the applicant passes the interview and essay test, he/she is
referred to the Student Admissions Office/Testing Office for the schedule
of Graduate Entrance Psychological Test (GEPT). Applicant is informed of
the result within two weeks through the CLACGS office.
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III. SCHOOL CALENDAR
Midterm examinations are given on the 9th week from the start of classes and
final examinations on the last week of the semester.
V. ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES
A. New Students
1. Submit the duly filled out Academic Folder to the CLACGS director.
2. Get an advising form from the office of the CLACGS director and seek
advise on subjects to be taken.
3. Fill out the Advising Form and Student Tracking Form once subjects to be
enrolled have been finalized.
5. Proceed to the Registrars Office for the encoding of the subjects and
release of the Certificate of Registration. (Check if the subjects have been
correctly encoded.)
B. Regular/Continuing Students
1. Proceed to the CLACGS Office for updating of tracking form, indicating the
subjects taken and grades obtained in the previous semester.
3. Fill out Advising Form and get approval of the CLACGS Director.
4. Proceed to Window for Student Accounts at the Accounting Office and get
clearance. Pay unsettled accounts if any, at the cashier.
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5. Proceed to the Registrars office and present clearance and Advising Form
for the encoding of the subjects and release of Certificate of Registration.
Tuition fee and related fees should be transacted directly to the Universitys
Accounting Office or through affiliated banks.
Graduate Journal
Student Trust Fund
Test questionnaires
Internet/IT fee
GS Student Handbook
Energy fee
Insurance
Laboratory fee (for Technology courses)
Other fees:
Advising Fee
5,000.00 6,500.00
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NOTE:
Upon acceptance of assignment as thesis adviser by the faculty, the student
pays 25% of the advising fee (P1,250) and another 25% when student
applies for the colloquium. The other 50% is paid during the final oral
defense. An additional 50% advising fee will be charged if the student is not
able to finish his/her research during the first enrollment in Thesis Writing
Masters Program
Colloquium 1,400.00 x
4 members = Php4,200.00
700 (Documentation)
Final Oral Defense 1,600.00 x
4 members = Php6,400.00
700 (Documentation)
2. Statistician
1,500.00 2,000.00
Full-time Students are not employed and may take a maximum course load
of 12 units.
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Probationary Students are conditionally accepted to the program and are
allowed to take a maximum course load of six units. These students are on
probation due to one or more of the following reasons:
1. Low score in the entrance exam
2. Completion of bridging courses
3. Returning student status
4. Residency extension
Audit Students enroll only refresher course/s. They are expected to attend
classes regularly but are not required to accomplish the requirements of the
class such as projects, term papers, and major examinations. Hence, they are
not given any grade. Their report of grades and the Transcript of Records
bear the phrase ON AUDIT.
Midterm Period
Final Period
Transmutation Table:
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Sample Computation:
% equivalent =__20______x 50 + 50
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=90 = 2.75
A. Academic Honors
Criteria:
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1. Grade Point Average
B. Outstanding Thesis/Dissertation
A. The maximum residency for masters program shall be seven (7) years
including thesis writing (CHED Memorandum Order series of 2007, section 18).
C. A student who fails to complete the program within the given period will
have to enroll six (6) units of refresher courses with additional three (3) units for each of
the succeeding years. The refresher courses to be enrolled are the following: Research,
Statistics, and major subjects.
A. Examinations
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Students who fail to take any of the two major examinations may apply for a
special examination which faculty members usually administer during the
week immediately after the last day of the regular examination schedule. In
applying for special examination, the following procedures should be adhered
to:
3. The student takes the signed form with the attached document to
the Deans Office for approval.
5. The student goes back to his professor and submits the form
together with the official receipt.
2. Courses may be credited provided they have not yet lapsed, thus
within seven years prior to admission to DLSU-D.
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c. The Director recommends the student for cross-
enrollment.
C. Attendance
D. Course Withdrawal
E. Comprehensive Examinations
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6. On the second retake, the student has the option to take an
oral or written examination. Failing the Comprehensive
Examinations thrice means withdrawal from the program. Re-
admission to the program will only be allowed upon re-
enrolment of eighteen (18) units of audit courses (five major
courses and one basic course). The student takes the
Comprehensive Examination again after taking the 18 units.
Only those students who have completed all the requirements of a program
are allowed to graduate or to attend the graduation ceremonies. The
requirements are:
B. Accomplished GS clearance
D. One hardbound and three compact disc copies (Acrobat format) of the
edited manuscript for the Graduate Studies Office
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XIII. HOODING CEREMONY
All graduating students are required to attend the hooding ceremony usually
held during the baccalaureate mass.
Rationale
IMPLEMENTING GUIDELINES
A. Qualifications
A student may be entitled for the scholarship provided that he/she shall meet
the following primary qualifications:
Note: Preference shall be given to students who are least capable of financing their
studies and are currently working. Proof of current earnings shall be required.
B. Procedure
Required documents:
a. Curriculum Vitae
b. A copy of grades obtained from the term immediately preceding
the semester applied for
c. Commitment Letter to signify student-applicants intention to
actively participate in and support all the projects and activities
of the CLACGS.
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2. Student-applicant waits for an interview schedule with the Committee
on Scholarship.
3. Upon approval of the application, the student proceeds with the
enrollment following arrangements on the payment of tuition fee with
the Accounting Office.
C. Extension of Scholarship
Scholars who wish that their scholarship grants be extended to the ensuing
term should reapply and submit a letter of request for extension after release
of their final grades. The certification of grades signed by the Registrar should
be attached to the letter. These documents will be evaluated together with
new applications for the ensuing term.
D. Cancellation of Scholarship
E. Additional Conditions
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F. Scholarship Committee
2. The office likewise issues the academic folder and enrollment permit.
B. Registrars Office
C. Accounting Office
2. The same office issues examination permits to students who have paid
the required fees. Issuance of permits is done one week before the
scheduled examination.
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The Guidance Office is open to walk-in counselees from Monday to
Friday. Appointment on Saturdays, however, can be arranged with the
guidance counselor.
G. University Chaplain
H. Auxiliary Services
1. Health Services
There are two clinics in the campus: one at the East Campus and
another one at the West Campus.
The school clinic provides optimal medical care to the students of DLSU-
D. Under the supervision of the school physician, it provides the personnel
and facilities for the provision of medical service. It provides a program of
privileges and services for its clientele and acts as a referral facility if
more specialized care is needed.
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The Discipline Coordinator is assisted by Student Formators whose main
functions are to:
3. GS Director; and
C. Discipline Procedure
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construed as a waiver thereof.
6. Hearing on any case shall not last beyond one (1) calendar
month from the date of the initial hearing. Postponements
shall not be allowed except for highly justifiable reasons as
ruled by the Chairperson. Each party shall be allowed only one
postponement.
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9. A record of the entire proceeding shall be taken and filed. It
may likewise be tape-recorded by the Board. All records of the
proceedings shall be submitted to the Chairperson who shall
have custody of such records and tapes. The parties may be
furnished a copy of the minutes.
10. The Board shall render a decision within five (5) days from the
date of the last hearing whether or not the parties submit their
respective memoranda. The decision shall be in writing and
shall state the reasons for making such decision. Copies
thereof shall be sent to all parties and submitted to the
President, Vice Chancellor for Academics and Research, Dean,
GS Director, and the University Registrar.
A. Guidelines
1. Student grievances may be against a fellow student, faculty
member, administrator, and support staff.
GS Director;
Dean;
Dean of Student Services; and
Vice Chancellor for Academics and Research
4. Grievance Procedure
The procedure for filing and settling a complaint by level is as
follows:
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d. If the decision on the case by the Dean is not satisfactory to
the student complainant, he/she may elevate the case to the
Institutional Student Grievance Board, chaired by the Dean of
Student Services.
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a. Be bonafide students for at least a semester.
D. Drivers should park the vehicles at the designated parking areas ONLY.
E. Road signs should be strictly followed and the speed limit of 5 to 10 kph
should be observed.
NOTE: The administrative sanctions for driving violations and the like shall be
decided by the Students Welfare and Formation Office.
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APPENDICES
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Appendix A
Offenses are classified into minor and major offenses; information technology (IT)
violations; and traffic violations.
A minor offense merits a warning/admonition from the SWAFO director and/or the
dean of Student Services. Commission of the same offense for the second time
merits a written. If the same offense is committed the third time, the said act
renders it a major offense.
A. Minor Offenses:
The following acts and all others not classified as major offenses shall be considered
minor offenses:
B. Major Offenses:
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offense committed, taking into account the mitigating and aggravating
circumstances which are present, shall determine the gravity of penalty or
sanction to be imposed which ranges from a minimum of 1 (probation) to a
maximum of 5 (expulsion).
Definition of Terms:
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Table of Major Offenses and Sanctions
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15. Drug addiction and/or illegal possession or use of prohibited 4 5
drugs or chemicals, such as marijuana, shabu, LSD, heroine,
ecstasy pill and hallucinogenic drugs or substances in any
form, or possession of any regulated drugs such as
barbiturates, sedatives or cough syrups without the proper
prescription, or inhalants such as rugby, acetone or thinner,
without valid justification, within the premises of the
University
16. Deliberate disruption of the academic function or any 2 3 4 5
University activity or any other intentional act which tends to
create disorders, tumult, breach of peace or any serious
disturbance although not connected with any academic
function or school activity
17. Assault upon the person or faculty member, administration, 3 4 5
support staff and security force of the University, or upon any
person summoned by the University to maintain peace and
order therein or in its immediate premises, regardless of the
place of commission, or upon any person within the premises
of the University
18. Threatening another with infliction and/or actually inflicting 3 4 5
upon his person, honor or property or any act amounting to
crime inside the campus or within the immediate vicinity of the
University
19. Acts that malign the good name and reputation of the school 2 3 4 5
and its duly constituted authorities such as the malicious
imputation of a crime, vice or defect whether real or
imaginary, or of any act, omission, condition status or
circumstances tending to discredit or cause dishonor and
contempt to the good name or reputation of the University
20. Acts of subversion or insurgency including membership in any 3 4 5
subversive organization working for the violent overthrow of
the duly constituted government or in any illegal or immoral
organization formed or established for the purpose of
propagating and/or engaging in unlawful and immoral acts and
beliefs
21. Hazing or physical injuries for the purpose of initiation, 4 5
admission or continuance of membership in any organization,
society or group, whether open or secret. Officers and
members who were present when such hazing happened shall
be liable whether or not they actually participated. Officers of
the group shall also be liable even if they were not preset
when such hazing occurred.
22. Violation of conditions of being under probation and/or 2 3 4 5
commission of another major offense after undergoing the
formation program
23. Commission of a second major offense 3 4 5
24. Brawls on campus or at any school function or off-campus 3 4 5
activity or within the immediate vicinity of the University.
25. Inflicting physical injuries upon another within the campus 3 4 5
premises or within in immediate vicinity of the University.
26. Stealing money, property, or any attempt thereof. 2 3 4 5
27. Forging or falsifying and/or tampering with academic or official 3 4 5
records or documents of any kind; or attempting to practice
any deception or fraud in connection with his application for
admission to, or registration in, or graduation from the
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University
28. Conviction before any court of any criminal offense involving 5
moral turpitude
Legend:
1 Under probation for 1 year or for the rest of stay in the University to
three (3) days suspension
2 Suspension of four (4) days to ten (10) class days
3 Suspension of eleven (11) to fifteen (15) days
4 Suspension of one (1) semester to one (1) year
5 Non-readmission, Exclusion or Expulsion
Note:
1. *A fine equivalent to the value of the damaged property but in no case be
more than twice its value; or the replacement of the thing or property
damaged, destroyed, defaced or lost; cleaning the entire room or wall or part
thereof, making it free from all marks and writings.
C. IT Violations:
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Posting person-to-person damnation/cursing, or ill- Forum Policy
wishing a persons present physical state
Using bad, offensive and strong languages in posting Forum Policy
messages
Posting copyrighted materials Forum Policy
Altering the setting or configuration of the Computer Laboratory Policy
equipment at the laboratory
Intentional lending of user accounts Forum Policy
D. Traffic Violations:
a. Only vehicles with the current school years vehicle sticker are
allowed to enter the campus.
b. The guard on duty is authorized to inspect the vehicle
compartments.
c. Drivers should park the vehicles at the designated parking
areas only. Family drivers are to stay in designated drivers
lounge only. Bodyguards are not allowed to enter the campus.
They should also follow school policies and guidelines such as:
no smoking, no gambling, no drinking of liquors.
d. Road signs should be strictly followed.
e. Vehicles should observe the speed limit to 5 to 10 kph.
f. The following are prohibited inside the campus:
blowing of horns
loud music
obstruction of traffic and disregarding
driving under the influence of liquor
heavy tint
loud muffler
smoke belching
movable car sticker
driving without license
illegal parking
overspeeding
Sanctions:
CAR
1st offense - Warning + Php 200 fine
2nd offense - Minor Offense + Php 300 fine
3rd offense - Cancellation at anytime/non-issuance of vehicle sticker
for one (1) Year + Php 500 fine
MOTORCYCLES
1st offense - Warning + Php 100 fine
2nd offense - Minor Offense + Php 150 fine
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3rd offense - Cancellation at anytime/non-
issuance of vehicle sticker for
one (1) Year + Php 250 fine
Note:
1. Implementing body
Enforcement Campus Security Office
Decision/Resolution Students Welfare and Formation Office
Payment of Fine Accounting Office
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ALMA MATER SONG
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CURRICULUM
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
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CURRICULUM
Kogneyt (6 units)
KOMPREHENSIBONG EKSAMINASYON
39 Units
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CURRICULUM
Cognate 6 units
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
TOTAL 39 units
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CURRICULUM
Cognate 6 units
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION
TOTAL 39 units
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