Curricular Offerings and Mandate
- WVSU-HCC shall offer undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, science, technology, education, and short-term TVET.
- Programs shall address provincial and regional needs, including research, extension services, and production activities.
- The original mandate as an arts and science institution remains.
- Master’s and doctorate programs related to food production must be offered.
Governance by Board of Regents
- WVSU-HCC is governed exclusively by the existing WVSU Board of Regents (BOR).
- All policies, rules, and regulations approved by the BOR for WVSU apply to WVSU-HCC.
Campus Administrator Appointment and Qualifications
- The Campus Administrator is appointed by the WVSU President and confirmed by the BOR.
- The Administrator serves full-time for two years, eligible for reappointment once, with age limits of 62 years at appointment and 65 years maximum.
- Must hold at least associate professor rank with three years’ experience as Department Chair, Director, or Vice President.
- The WVSU President appoints a new Administrator in case of vacancy.
Powers and Duties of the Campus Administrator
- Duties and powers are consistent with those of campus administrators of other WVSU campuses.
- Represents WVSU-HCC in the Administrative and Academic Councils of the University.
Compliance with CHED Requirements
- The campus must meet minimum operational and program requirements as prescribed by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).
Incorporation of Higher Education Modernization Act
- Republic Act No. 8292 provisions are integral to the governance of WVSU-HCC.
General Powers and Functions
- All powers, functions, privileges, responsibilities, and limitations of state universities and officials pursuant to existing laws apply to WVSU-HCC and its officials where appropriate.
Transfer of Assets, Liabilities, and Personnel
- All assets, personnel, liabilities, and records of the WVSU-Extension are transferred to WVSU-HCC.
- Faculty and personnel retain their positions, rights, and security of tenure.
- Government-owned lands occupied are transferred and titled to WVSU-HCC.
- If the campus ceases or land is no longer needed, property reverts to local government units.
Appropriations and Funding
- Initial funding charged against current WVSU-Extension budget provided by Himamaylan City.
- The City shall maintain equivalent funding until the campus’s budget is included in the General Appropriations Act.
Development Plan, Management Audit, and Organizational Setup
- Within 120 days, WVSU-HCC must:
- Submit a 5-year development and budget plan to CHED and the DBM.
- Undergo a management audit with CHED cooperation.
- Establish organizational, administrative, and academic structure.
- Establish at least two degree-granting units, including arts and sciences and graduate level programs.
Implementing Rules and Regulations
- The WVSU Board, in consultation with CHED, must promulgate implementing rules within 90 days.
- The rules take effect 30 days after publication.
Separability Clause
- Invalid provisions do not affect the remaining parts of the Act.
Repealing Clause
- Inconsistent provisions of Presidential Decree No. 2019 and other laws are repealed or modified.
Effectivity
- The Act takes effect 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.