Extension of Faculty Tenure Beyond Age Sixty-five
- Faculty members' tenure may be extended beyond the age of 65, subject to:
- The recommendation of the University President.
- The approval of the President of the Philippines in the case of extending the tenure of the University President.
- The faculty member’s consent.
- The extension is permitted notwithstanding any law to the contrary, emphasizing the priority of the university's governance over standard retirement laws.
Conditions and Limitations on Extension
- Extensions of tenure are allowed only when the services of the faculty member are "specially needed," as determined by the University President's opinion.
- The extension of service cannot exceed the age of 70, setting an absolute maximum age limit.
Effectivity of the Law
- The act becomes effective immediately upon its approval.
Legal Significance
- The amendment strengthens the faculty employment framework, providing flexibility in retaining experienced faculty members.
- It balances respect for mandatory retirement ages with institutional need and executive oversight.
- Ensures a check-and-balance system by involving both the University President and the President of the Philippines for approving extensions.