General Mandate of the University
- Provide advanced education in arts and sciences, education, agriculture, technology, engineering, IT, business, tourism, health, criminology, and other relevant fields.
- Conduct research, extension services, and production activities to support development in Quirino.
- Exercise leadership in specialized fields.
Academic Freedom and Institutional Autonomy
- The University enjoys academic freedom and autonomy in accordance with the Philippine Constitution.
Curricular Offerings
- Offer undergraduate and graduate courses including technical-vocational and nontraditional programs.
- Capability to operate a laboratory school under the College of Education.
- Programs tailored to the needs of the Province of Quirino and Region II.
Administration and Corporate Powers
- University has corporate powers under the Corporation Code of the Philippines.
- Administration vested in Board of Regents and University President.
Governing Board Composition
- Chairperson: Chairperson of CHED.
- Vice Chairperson: University President.
- Members: Senate and House Education Committee Chairpersons, NEDA Regional Director, DA Regional Director, federations’ presidents (faculty, student, alumni), and two prominent citizens.
- Citizens appointed based on qualifications and recommendations.
- Terms and membership guidelines specified.
Powers and Duties of the Board of Regents
- Formulate policies aligned with state and constitutional education policies.
- Promulgate rules and regulations for university operations.
- Manage university funds and appropriate financial resources.
- Import educational materials duty-free.
- Accept donations and administer trust properties.
- Fix tuition and fees, and create trust funds for university use.
- Implement socialized tuition schemes.
- Appoint officials including faculty, subject to standards.
- Approve curricula, set admission and graduation policies.
- Award honorary degrees and nondegree certificates.
- Establish branches, research centers, professorial chairs, and scholarships.
- Delegate powers to expedite administration.
- Conduct management audits and institute reforms.
- Collaborate with other institutions and form partnerships.
- Utilize modern teaching technology and privatize nonacademic services.
- Extend the President's term beyond retirement under specified conditions.
Board Meetings and Operations
- Regular meetings every three months; up to two special meetings.
- Quorum and attendance rules established.
- Members not salaried but reimbursed for expenses.
University President
- Full-time position, appointed by Board based on search committee.
- Four-year term, renewable for one additional term.
- Incumbent QSC president first QSU president.
- Powers include general presidential duties and those delegated by Board.
- Assisted by Vice Presidents for Academic Affairs, Administration, and Research/Extension.
University Secretary
- Appointed by Board, serves as secretary to both Board and University.
- Responsible for keeping records and serving notice of meetings.
University Treasurer
- Treasurer of the Philippines serves as ex officio university treasurer.
Administrative Council
- Composed of President, Vice Presidents, deans, directors, and other officials.
- Reviews and recommends administrative policies and development plans.
Academic Council
- Includes President and academic staff ranked assistant professor and above.
- Reviews curricular offerings, rules of discipline, admission and graduation requirements.
- Holds disciplinary power over students.
Faculty Appointment and Non-Discrimination
- Appointment free from bias regarding politics, gender, culture, ethnicity, religion.
- Faculty prohibited from teaching for or against any religious sect.
Scholarship and Admission
- Scholarship programs support poor but deserving students.
- Admission cannot be denied based on sex, religion, culture, or ethnic origin.
Authority to Loan or Transfer Resources
- National government agencies may loan equipment and detail employees if feasible.
- Detailed personnel count service time as regular service.
Transfer of Assets, Liabilities, and Personnel
- All assets, liabilities, personnel of QSC, QPC, MIT transferred to QSU.
- Land titled to University but reverts to province or government if University ceases.
- Security of tenure for existing personnel respected.
Tax Exemptions
- Duty exemption on importation of academic and cultural books upon CHED certification.
- Donations exempt from donor’s tax and deductible for donor income tax.
Appropriations and Funding
- Initial funds charged against QSC and MIT appropriations.
- LGU to assist QPC until full integration funding included in national budget.
- Future funding to be included in General Appropriations Act.
Development Plan and Audit
- Within 120 days, University to submit a five-year development plan to CHED and DBM.
- Undergo management audit coordinated with CHED.
- Establish organizational and academic structure.
Reporting Requirements
- Annual report on University progress to be filed with Office of the President, CHED, and Congress.
Governing Law Supplement
- Republic Act No. 8292 is an integral part of this Act.
Parity Clause
- University and officials to enjoy powers and responsibilities equivalent to other state universities.
Rules and Regulations
- Board to formulate implementing rules with CHED consultation.
Separability Clause
- Invalid provisions do not affect the rest of the Act.
Repealing Clause
- Conflicting laws and regulations repealed or modified.
Effectivity
- Act effective 15 days after publication in two newspapers of general circulation.