Law Summary

Overview

Executive Order No. 393, issued by President Elpidio Quirino on December 31, 1950, converts the Central Luzon Agricultural School into the Central Luzon Agricultural College. The College will offer various agricultural education programs and establish a Board of Trustees to govern its operations.

Conversion of Institution

• Legal Provision: The Central Luzon Agricultural School is converted into the Central Luzon Agricultural College.
• Key Definitions:
  • Central Luzon Agricultural College: The new entity offering agricultural education beyond the existing curriculum.
• Requirements:
  • The College will provide a two-year, four-year, and postgraduate programs leading to degrees in Agricultural Education.
• Timeframe: Effective immediately upon promulgation.

Objectives of the College

• Legal Provision: The college aims to provide professional and technical instruction, promote research, and foster leadership in agricultural education.
• Key Definitions:
  • Professional and Technical Instruction: Education aimed at developing skills relevant to agriculture.
• Important Requirements:
  • Development of curricula and programs that meet these educational goals.

Administration and Governance

• Legal Provision: The governance is vested in a Board of Trustees.
• Key Definitions:
  • Board of Trustees: The governing body of the College composed of specified officials and alumni representatives.
• Composition:
  • Secretary of Education (Chairman), Senate and House Education Committee Chairs, Director of Public Schools, College President, and Alumni Association President.
• Responsibilities:
  • Oversee financial appropriations, confer degrees, approve curricula, and establish regulations.
• Compensation: Board members serve without compensation, except for actual expenses.

Powers and Duties of the Board of Trustees

• Legal Provision: The Board is granted specific powers and responsibilities.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Approve budget and expenditures for College operations.
  • Confer degrees and titles.
  • Appoint College faculty based on the President's recommendations.
  • Set tuition and fees.
  • Manage scholarships and fellowships.
• Important Procedures:
  • Must file an annual report by June 15 detailing the College's status and needs.

College Council

• Legal Provision: Establishment of the College Council.
• Composition:
  • President of the College and all faculty members.
• Responsibilities:
  • Prescribe curricula, set admission and graduation requirements, and recommend students for degrees.
• Disciplinary Authority: The Council has the power to discipline students within approved guidelines.

Faculty Regulations

• Legal Provision: Defines the faculty's role and appointment criteria.
• Key Definitions:
  • Faculty: Comprises all professors and instructors of the College.
• Key Requirements:
  • No religious tests in hiring; faculty must not promote sectarian views.
• Exemptions: Faculty are exempt from civil service exams for appointment.

Administrative Provisions

• Legal Provision: Appointment of a College Secretary.
• Responsibilities:
  • Maintain records for the Board and College as directed.
• Support from National Government: Heads of government bureaus may provide resources and personnel to assist the College.

Transition and Funding

• Legal Provision: Transition of personnel and resources from the former school to the new college.
• Key Requirements:
  • Existing faculty and staff will be absorbed into the College with adjusted salaries.
• Funding:
  • Unexpended funds from the school will support the College until June 30, 1951; subsequent funding to be provided in annual appropriations.

Effectivity

• Legal Provision: The Executive Order takes effect upon promulgation.
• Date of Effectivity: December 31, 1950.

Key Takeaways

• The Central Luzon Agricultural School has been elevated to Central Luzon Agricultural College, expanding its educational offerings in agricultural education.
• A structured governance framework is established through a Board of Trustees and a College Council, ensuring oversight and educational standards.
• Faculty appointments are safeguarded from religious discrimination, and existing staff will transition to maintain continuity.
• The Executive Order outlines critical administrative and operational guidelines, establishing a clear path for the College's development and funding.