Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 9157)
The University of Rizal System is a State university in the Province of Rizal established by integrating the Rizal State College and its extension campuses, the Rizal Polytechnic College and its extension campus, and the Rizal Technological University - Antipolo Annex.
To offer higher professional and technical instructions and training in science and technology, and to promote research, extension, production services, advanced studies, and specialized training relevant to the development goals of the Province of Rizal.
The Board includes the Chairman of CHED as chairman, the University President as vice chairman, chairmen or representatives of relevant Senate and House committees, regional directors of NEDA and DOST, presidents of the federation of faculty associations, student councils, alumni associations, and two prominent citizens of Rizal.
The president shall have a term of four years and is eligible for reappointment for another term. The Board may extend the term beyond the age of retirement but not later than 70 years upon unanimous recommendation.
The Board may fix tuition fees and other necessary fees, adopt a socialized scheme of tuition and fees for poor but deserving students, and all income generated shall be used for the university's purposes.
All assets, personnel, and records of the integrated colleges are transferred to the University without impairing the rights and security of tenure of the personnel.
No, the University may open new branches or annexes only within the Province of Rizal and only in consortium with other academic institutions.
The academic council prescribes curricular offerings, fixes admission and graduation requirements, and has disciplinary powers over students.
No, no religious opinion or affiliation shall be a matter of inquiry in faculty appointments, and faculty members shall not teach for or against any particular religion.
The Board shall file a detailed report annually on or before the fifteenth day of the second month after the opening of regular classes to the Office of the President, CHED, and both Houses of Congress.