Contract Benilde Undergraduate Student Handbook 2019-2022 Having read and understood in its entirety this Student Handbook, I, __________________________________, pledge to abide by the provisions stated herein, and exemplify the Benildean way of life: doing ordinary things extraordinarily well, and integrating the Gospel perspectives and values into the conduct of my daily life. Furthermore, I will subject myself to the College’s discipline procedures, as appropriate, for any and all infractions I may commit. __________________________________ Student’s Signature over Printed Name __________________________ Degree Program, Year and Section __________________________ Email Address ________________/__________________ Mobile Number / Landline Number __________________________ Parent’s Signature over Printed Name __________________________ Date Signed Note: Submit your signed contract to your CSBLIFE teacher. The CSBLIFE Coordinator then submits the consolidated contracts to the Head of the Office of Student Behavior for reference and record purposes. Contents BENILDEAN - LASALLIAN IDENTITY Message from the President 6 Message from the Chancellor 7 Message from the Vice Chancellor for Academics 8 Message from the Vice President for 9 Lasallian Mission and Student Life About Saint John Baptist De La Salle 10 The Lasallian Guiding Principles 12 About Saint Benilde Romançon 14 The Lasallian East Asia District 16 De La Salle Philippines 17 DE LA SALLE-COLLEGE OF SAINT BENILDE AS AN ACADEMIC INSTITUTION About De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde 18 Educational Philosophy 18 Learner-Centered Parameters 19 The Benildean Expressions of Lasallian Values 21 Benildean Milestones 25 SECTION 1 General Provisions Title 32 Coverage 32 Definition of Terms 32 Academic Calendar 33 Suspension of Classes 33 Guidelines on the Local Off-Campus activities and International 34 Educational Trips SECTION 2 Policy Statement of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities Mutual Expectations Between Benilde and its Students 36 Student’s Rights 37 Student’s Responsibilities 40 SECTION 3 Admission and Enrollment Admission 45 Bona Fide Benilde Student 46 Identification Cards (IDs) 46 Enrollment 47 Enrollment Procedures 47 Course Load 49 Dissolved Sections 49 Adjustment 49 Special Classes 50 Dropping of Courses 50 Course Withdrawal 50 Leave of Absence 51 Returning Students 51 Shifting 52 Cross-enrollment 52 Separation from the College 53 Transferees 53 Schedule of Fees and Manner of Payment 54 Returned Checks 56 Refunds 57 SECTION 4 Scholarships and Grants Student Grants Office 60 Awarding of Scholarships and Grants 60 Types of Scholarships and Grants 60 Scholarship Application Process 66 Enrollment Process 67 Shifting 67 Retention of Scholarship or Grant 67 Service Hours 68 Transferees 68 SECTION 5 Academic Performance Guidelines on Academic Honesty 70 Academic Advisement 70 Dean’s List 70 Grading System, Crediting, and Retention Policies 71 Examinations 74 Attendance 75 SECTION 6 Graduation Graduation Requirements 79 Commencement Exercises 79 Graduation Honors 79 Special Awards 79 SECTION 7 Student Discipline Benilde Philosophy of Discipline 85 The Principle of “Loco Parentis” and Special Parental 86 Authority Jurisdiction of Benilde over Students 86 The Office of Student Behavior (OSB) 86 Jurisdiction over Discipline Cases 88 Offense 88 Disciplinary Sanctions 98 Procedures in Discipline Cases 100 Prohibition Against Fraternity- or Sorority- Related Violence 106 SECTION 8 Student Grievance General Provisions 109 Grievance Procedure 109 SECTION 9 Student Services and Academic Support General Provisions 113 Academic Support 113 Admission Services 117 Career and Placement Services 117 Communications and Marketing 118 Counseling Services 119 Culture and Arts 120 Economic Enterprise Development 120 Emergency, Safety, and Security 121 Enrollment and Records Services 122 Lasallian Ministry 122 Food Services 123 Finance and Payment Services 123 General Administrative Services 124 Health and Medical Services 124 Information and Orientation Services 125 International Student Services 125 Social and Community Involvement Services 125 Sports Development 127 Student Involvement and Development 127 Study and Lounging Spaces 128 Services for Students with Specific Learning Needs and 128 Persons with Disabilities Student Housing and Residential Services 129 Student and Discipline Related Services 129 Student Publications and Yearbook 129 SECTION 10 Student Involvement and Development General Provisions 133 Definition and Nature of Student Organizations/Groups 134 Accreditation/Re-Accreditation of Student Organizations/ 141 Groups Appendices A • Implementing Guidelines on Local Off-Campus Activities and 145 International Education Trips B • Procedures for Securing Temporary Gate Pass and 157 Replacing Lost / Damaged ID C • Bridging Term Guidelines 159 D • Tuition and Fees Description 160 E • Guidelines on Service Hours 163 F • Implementing Rules and Regulations on Handling Deadly Weapons 164 G • Information Network (Infonet) Policies, Conditions for Use, and 167 Code of Practice for Appropriate Use H • Implementing Guidelines on Mandatory Random Drug Testing 171 I • CMO No. 18 Series of 2018 - The Implementing Guidelines 178 for the Conduct of Drug Testing of Students in all Higher Education Insitutions J • Republic Act No. 11053 - Anti-Hazing Act of 2018 186 K • CMO No. 4 Series of 1995 - Preventive Measures Against Violence 194 and Sanctions on Fraternities and other Student Organizations L • Anti-Bullying Policy 196 M • General Dress Code Policy 198 M-1 • SHRIM Student Dress Code and Grooming Policy 201 M-2 • SDEAS, SDG, and SMIT Student Dress Code 205 M-3 • Dress Code for Special Occasions or Gatherings and 207 Other School- or College-Sponsored Activities N • Guidelines for Lost and Found Items 208 O • Republic Act No. 7877 - Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995 209 P • Policies and Guidelines on Implementing the 212 Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995 Q • General Guidelines on Safety and Security 219 R • Emergency Directory 224 S • Benilde Directory 225 T • Recognized and Accredited Student Organizations/Groups 235 U • Glossary of Terms 248 Message from the President Welcome to De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde! In Benilde, we have committed ourselves to build a just and humane society through inclusion and innovation. As Benildean students, you will be equipped and challenged to innovate for inclusion. You will be immersed in various experiences that will shape your values and character while you become ready for the world. May you learn and live out the Benildean Expressions of the Lasallian Core Values of faith, communion in mission and zeal for service. You will learn more about Benilde through reading your Student Handbook. You will also find this as a helpful guide as you develop yourselves and your craft in College. As you discover more about your chosen field, I hope that you also uncover the important role that you have in our society. We believe that as Benildeans, you are set to bring extraordinary hope wherever you will be. In Saints La Salle and Benilde, Br. Edmundo L. Fernandez FSC President 6 Message from the Chancellor Dear Benildeans, Welcome to college! These will be some of the most fruitful, fun, and challenging years of your lives as young adults. It is during this season that you discover yourself; find your passions; learn new skills, both in life and for your future careers; face new challenges; overcome odds; and achieve the goals you have set for yourself. Benilde is known for its unique approach to education: that in which each individual is valued as unique, and therefore, always has something to contribute to the community and to society. Our desire, as your guides and mentors in this season of your life, is to see you flourish and reach your potential: essentially, to the best versions of yourselves. This means providing you with a learning environment that nurtures creativity, innovation and individuality, and opportunities to apply your skills and share your talents to others. It also means arming you with a guide to help you gain control of your lives, so that you may be able to steer yourself toward the path you want to take. This Student Handbook is that guide. This book is not just a set of rules and regulations, but rather as a manual for you to help you reach your full potential. Browse through it, learn from it. Know your rights and responsibilities as students so that you may be more empowered to take control and make your own decisions. Animo! Robert L. Tang Chancellor 7 Message from the Vice Chancellor for Academics Dear Student, Welcome to De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde! We would like thank you and your parents for making us a part of your continuing journey to adulthood. Rest assured that the College will never waver in its commitment to provide students with quality education and opportunities for wholistic development. The College is guided by the principles of inclusion and innovation and we hope you will be an active participant in this endeavor. We believe that embracing diversity, individual uniqueness, creativity and out-of-the-box thinking complement our long-held tenets of honesty, compassion, accountability, and integrity in order to further our collective efforts to ensure a just and humane society. Thus, let this Student Handbook be a tool that will guide you in this aspiration. I wish you the best in the coming years at Benilde. Geronio G. Ulayao Vice Chancellor for Academics 8 Message from the Vice President