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CONTENTS
Foreword from the Director of Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Message from the University President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Message from the Academic Vice President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Message from the Deputy AVP for Formation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
The Atenean’s Prayer and Pledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii
Chapter I. THE UNIVERSITY
A. History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
B. Blueprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
C. The Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
D. The School Motto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
E. The Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
F. The Vision Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter II. Profile of the University Graduate
A. Competence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
B. Conscience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
C. Compassionate Commitment to Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
D. Christ Centeredness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Chapter III. GENERAL REGULATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Chapter IV. ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
A. Grading System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
B. Mode of Computing the Final Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
C. Meaning of Other Marks or Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
D. Quality Point Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
E. Term Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
F. Delayed Term Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
G. Examination Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
H. Exemption from Final Examination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
I. Incomplete Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
J. Change of Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
K. Class Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
L. Academic Probation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
M. SRA Reading Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
N. Withdrawal from or Dropping a Subject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
O. Change in Course or Major . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
P. Withdrawal from the University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Q. Recognition of Exemplary Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
R. Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Chapter V. STUDENT SERVICES
A. Admission Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
B. College Scholarship Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
C. Medical and Dental Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
D. Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
E. Food Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
F. Student Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Chapter VI. FORMATION SERVICES
Ignatian Formation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
A. College Athletics Office Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
B. University Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
C. Campus Ministry Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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D. College Guidance Center Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
E. Community Development Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
F. Office of Student Affairs Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Chapter VII. THE CODE OF DISCIPLINE
A. General Provisions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
B. Prescribed Uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
1. Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
2. Prohibited Attire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3. Uniform Exemption Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
4. Special Uniform Pass for Students
with On-the-Job Training (OJT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
5. Sanctions for Infractions of the Uniform Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6. School ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
C. Grave Offenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
D. Due Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
E. Procedure for Adjudication and
Investigation of Disciplinary Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
F. The Disciplinary Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
G. Penalties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Chapter VIII. The Code of Conduct
A. Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
B. Announcements/Posting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
C. Regulations Pertaining to Student Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
D. Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
E. School, Campus, Facilities and other Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
F. University Code of Conduct for Users of Electronic Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Chapter IX. APPENDICES
A. Policy on Intellectual or Academic Dishonesty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
B. The Revised Grading System, 2005 Revision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
C. Policy and Guidelines on the Use of the Centralized
Public Address System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
D. Guidelines on Seeking Approval for or Availing of Services of Offices . . . 108
E. System for the College Standards Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
F. Rules and Regulations Implementing the Anti-Sexual
Harassment Act of 1995 in Ateneo de Naga University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
G. Campus Journalism Act of 1991 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
H. The Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
I. The Anti-Hazing Law of the Phil. (RA 8049) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
J. Schedule of AF and Warning Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
K. Recognition / Accreditation of Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
L. Policy on Community Outreach Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
M. Policy, Guidelines and Procedures for Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
N. IFP Calendar for School Year 2010-2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
O. Implementing Rules and Guidelines of the
College Uniform and Dress Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
P. Ignatian Formation Program Design for College Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Q. Revised Guidelines / Policy on Car Gate Pass / Sticker Parking . . . . . . . . . 166
and Traffic Management
R. 2005 Amended Supreme Student Government Constitution . . . . . . . . . . . 170
S. Ateneo De Naga University Wireless Network Terms and Conditions . . 182
T. Fire and Earthquake Preparedness Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
U. Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Welcome to the Ateneo de Naga University!
Your Ateneo is a market of dreams and possibilities. It has spaces for you to know more about
who you are and what you would like to become; rooms where you can develop your talents
and skills, nurture your passion, and see things in other perspectives; chances to strengthen
your character, and clary your values - the more and less important things in life; and meeting
points and interactions where you could form meaningful relationships – with other people,
the world and God.
When you become properly adjusted and ready, you can choose from the wide selection of
organizations and grow in a fulfilling companionship. You can be athletes, campus journalists,
student leaders. You can be volunteers, heroes in your own rights: build house, donate blood,
plant trees or educate voters.
These possibilities can be achieved if you go out of your comfort zones and go beyond the
confines of the classroom. Like in any other market, you need to give something of yourself: a
lot of hardwork, prayers, and even some sacrifices and tradeoffs.
As you reflect and elect choices in college, consider this Handbook as a guide. It can help you
adjust with the culture and values that Ateneo live by, and take full advantage of the structures,
programs and services that the school provides to
support your education and formation.
Indeed,collegelifeisfunandcolorful,yetitischallenging
and life-changing. My hope and prayer is that you will
take the challenge to be good students and open to the
great possibilities of formation outside the classroom.
Read this Handbook. It can be a good start for you.
Rodolfo ‘Sonny’ SB. Virtus Jr.
Foreword from the
Director of Student Affairs

Dear Students,
Welcome to the Ateneo de Naga University!
I am delighted to present to you the AdNU Student Handbook which contains details regarding
the school’s services, regulations, and policies. Kindly go over this book and take note of the
essential points and updates.
I am also pleased to inform you that in 2015 the university will celebrate its 75th Anniversary.
This handbook will provide you with a brief narrative of AdNU’s rich history. In fact, the uni-
versity is blessed with leaders and students (past and present) which have contributed to the
development of the school into becoming a prime avenue of academic excellence and spiritual
formation in Bikol.
May we invite you to be a part of Ateneo’s history of excellence by not only being consistently
well in your academic performance, but also actively participating in activities, projects, and
organizations offered by the school.
Ad Majorem Dei Gloria!
Fr. Primitivo E. Viray Jr., S.J.
Message from the
University President

Dear Students,
ThisStudentHandbookisforyou.Letitbeyourguideasyourespondtothemanychallenges
of college studies and life here at Ateneo de Naga University.
Our University has recommitted itself to the mission of forming “men and women for
others” who possess the characteristics described in the Profile of the Ateneo Graduate.
Indeed, in addition to the curricular offerings, many programs and initiatives are in place-
all designed and aimed at ensuring that each one of you achieves this profile. Thus, much
is expected of an Atenean, and your enrollment is an indication of an openness to respond
to the challenge.
The members of the community- faculty, staff and administrators, who are collaborating in
the delivery of instruction and student development programs wish you luck as you start
your college life here at the Ateneo de Naga University. May well- deserved successes mark
your studies in the next 4- 5 school years towards bigger responsibilities ahead!
Alfredo C. Fabay, Ph.D.
Message from the
Academic Vice President

Dear Students,
Peace!
In the Ateneo we are trained to use our freedom responsibly.
We are also taught that we can use this freedom
more appropriately with discernment and care for others.
This handbook, which contains, among others, regulations, policies, guidelines, procedures and
programs that affect your college life at the Ateneo de Naga University, is really one of the means to
equip you, our dear students,
with the knowledge and understanding that would allow you to exercise your freedom responsibly.
Read this handbook then and use it as your guide.
One of the important sections in this document is our very own
Ignatian Formation Program (IFP) Framework and Design
particular to the college students.
Through this program and the concrete offerings of the different
Formation and Student Support Offices (FSSOs), we expect to ignite and rekindle your desire to
learn and how to learn. We hope that the various formation activities offered to you would animate
you to participate and in the process discover concrete ways and opportunities that would enable
you to realize and live out
the profile of the university graduate – becoming a true Atenean -- a man or woman of competence,
compassion, conscience and who is Christ-centered.
With St. Ignatius of Loyola, I pray
that the gifts of knowledge and skills that you will gain
from our Ateneo education be a means for each of you to
personally know and experience God
and respond to His love more generously.
Primum Regnum Dei!
Janet B. Badong-Badilla
Message from the
Deputy Academic Vice President for Formation

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The Atenean’s Prayer and Pledge
Lord Jesus, our Teacher and Master, we praise and thank You for the gifts of
body and spirit, mind and heart, life and love. We thank you for the privilege and
responsibility of college education at the Ateneo de Naga University.
Send us Your Holy Spirit that we may learn more each day about You, the human
person and society, and the wonders and richness of Your creation. Give us the
knowledge and skills we need to serve you, the Church, and our neighbor.
Teach us to be generous. teach us to serve You as You deserve. To give and not to
count the cost. To fight and not to heed the wounds. To toil and not to seek for
rest. To labor and not to ask for reward, save that of knowing that we do Your
most Holy will.
MakeeachoneofusawarethatourAteneoeducationcannotbeforourselvesalone.
In great part, it is a trust to us, of our family, our school, our people and our God.
Relying on your grace, we humbly respond to this trust.
We pledge to develop our minds and to expand our hearts. To acquire knowledge
and competence, and to be rooted in the values of Your Gospel.
We pledge to be “men and women for others” dedicated to the service of the
Church and our society.
As we begin another year at the Ateneo, we pledge in a special way to prepare
ourselves to give our share for the development of the human community,
especially in the Philippines and in Bikol. Amen.

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The University
A. History of the Ateneo De Naga University
In 1940 at the invitation of Bishop (later Archbishop) Pedro P. Santos of Caceres,
the Ateneo de Naga was founded as a Jesuit school for boys, with Fr. Francis D. Burns, S.J.,
as Rector. The classes were first held in the building formerly used
by the Camarines Sur Catholic Academy (now the Naga Parochial
School). Meanwhile the construction of the new school building,
dominated by the now well-known facade of four pillars, began. In
December1941asmallbandofJesuitsmovedtotheirnewresidence
on campus and prepared to transfer classes to the newly finished
structures after the Christmas holidays. But suddenly on December
8 the Pacific War broke out.
When the Japanese Imperial Forces
came to Naga, they imprisoned the Jesuits
(except Bro. Sergio Adriatico, S.J., the
lone Filipino among them), occupied the Ateneo de Naga, and
converted it into the local Fort Santiago. As soon as Philippine
independencewasrestoredin1946,highschoolclassesresumed.
On June 1, 1947 the Ateneo de Naga was granted by the
Department of Education full recognition as a standard four-
year high school. On June 5, 1947 the College was opened with
87 male students. Six year later, on October 26, 1953, the Ateneo
Collegebecamecoeducationalwiththeadmissionoffivewomen.
The steady growth of the Ateneo called for new structures
for governance. Thus, the 1940 Articles of Incorporation were
amended and new By-laws adopted in 1979, transferring the
school’s high governing authority to the Board of Trustees, the
majority of whom were Jesuits. In the same year, the College
and the High School were the first in Camarines Sur to be accredited by the Philippine
Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU).
Through its more than half century of existence, the Ateneo made significant
breakthroughs and suffered serious setbacks. Economic difficulties during the Martial
Law years led to a dip in the college enrolment. And in the 80s there were rumors of
the school’s closure. But as the school marked its Golden Jubilee in 1990, this time with
Fr. Raul Bonoan, S.J. as President, there began a remarkable turn-around and recovery.
Fr. Bonoan forgedstrong andfruitful partnership withthealumni, whichraisedfunds
to support the President’s rehabilitation efforts for Ateneo.
There was a speedy infrastructure development in the 90s, with the construction of
new buildings, such as the Bro. Richard Fernando, S.J. Hall, Bro. Sergio
Adriatico Hall, John Phelan, S.J. Science Hall, Francis Dolan Hall. The
James O’Brien, S.J. Library, the most modern library in the region, was
built in this decade.
Fr. Bonoan’s administration invested in faculty development to
improve the quality of instruction in the Ateneo, and sourced out
scholarship funds as two of the priorities in the CorPlan 2000.
In 1991 the Department of Education, Culture, and Sports placed
the Ateneo in its list of 18 excellent universities and colleges in the
country. The Graduate School, which had a brief existence in the

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seventies, wasrevived in 1993. On September 16, 1996, Fr. Bonoan issued a memorandum
declaring the separation of the different colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the
College of Commerce, and the College of Information Technology and Engineering. Almost
a year after, the College of Education was created.
The University status was granted to the Ateneo de Naga on November 11, 1998,
upon the approval by the Commission on Higher Education of Resolution No. 142-98.
Its conferment and the installation of the first University President, Fr. Bonoan, was
celebrated on February 20, 1999. Barely three months after this
milestone, Fr. Bonoan died. Fr. Joel L. Tabora, S.J. was installed as
second University President on August 28, 1999.
In the initial months of his administration, Fr. Tabora culled
togetherrepresentativesfromallsectorsoftheUniversitytoreview
and streamline Ateneo de Naga’s direction in the next ten years.
After intensive discussion and meticulous work, the approved
CORPLAN 2010 became the working document to translate the
University’s mission-vision into action.
ConcretemanifestationsofendeavorsresultingfromCORPLAN
2010 emerged. On one hand, seven buildings rose on campus,
among them the Christ the King University Church, Xavier Hall,
the Arrupe Building, an Engineering Building, and the new Jesuit
Residence. On the other hand, Ateneo de Naga established itself as
thepremieracademicinstitutionintheregionbybeingtheonlyone
in Bicol with a PAASCU Level III accredited status. This distinction
was granted on May 14, 2004, six months after obtaining a Level II re-accreditation status.
Two other highlights marked this period in Ateneo de Naga’s history. On June 23,
2003, the Ateneo de Naga High School moved out of the Bagumbayan campus to its new
ten-hectare home in Pacol. For the first time in its 63 years of existence, the High School
admitted 185 girls into its student population. In the following year, effective SY 2004-
2005, the University opened the College of Nursing, increasing the total number of its
colleges to six.
ConsideredamasterstrokeofFr.Taboraineducationalmanagement,threestructures
were established in ADNU, namely: the Academic Council, serving as think-tank and
coordinating arm of the University on administrative and curricular concerns; the
UniversityResearchCouncil,keepingADNU’sacademicstandardsabreast in international
criteria of research; and the University Social Involvement Council, planning and
coordinating the outreach efforts of the different units in ADNU and sharpening the
University’s impact on Bikol communities.
In 2007, the Ignatian Formation Center (IFC) was created, and the Ignatian
Formation Program framework established. The IFC has since become responsible for
promoting Ignatian Spirituality in the ADNU community. Strengthened by the creation
of the Formation Council and the collaboration of the Formation and Student Support
Offices (Office of Student Affairs, College Guidance Center, Campus Ministry and College
Athletics), the Center provided appropriate opportunities or interventions to concretize
the mission and formative intents of the University.
The University took part in the Sesquicentennial Anniversary of Jesuit Education in
the Philippines in the context of the many milestones that it
achieved. In 2008, it became the only University in Southern
Luzon to be granted by CHED with Autonomous Status.
ADNU had the most Centers of Development: in Information
Technology, Business Administration and Entrepreneurship;
and Center of Excellence in Teacher Training in the region.
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In 2009, it was one of the three universities in the country to obtain Institutional
Accreditation from PAASCU. Other reassuring laurels included the recognition for
having the Best Student Services in the region and Best Student Leadership Program in
the country; the topnotch performances in the board exams for teachers, accountants,
librariansandengineers;thefirst-everPAASCUaccreditationofCivilEngineeringprogram
in Bicol, have made ADNU the region’s best and one of the country’s finest academic
institutions.
In 2010, the University celebrated its 70th Foundation Anniversary. The occasion
became more meaningful as it coincided with the 300th year of Bicol’s devotion to
Our Lady of Peñafrancia or Ina, the patroness of Bicol. The two historic events allowed
the University to not only renew its commitment to the same Christ-
centered mission of the Society of Jesus and strengthen Jesuit-Lay
collaboration, but also reflect on the true essence of devotion to Ina.
The year 2011 ushered in leadership change for the University.
With Fr. Tabora’s election as president of Ateneo in Davao, the ADNU
Board of Trustees on September 22, 2010 elected Fr. Primitivo E. Viray
Jr., S.J. to be the third University President in Naga. He assumed office
on May 11, 2011.
The University, under Fr. Viray watch, has maintained its Centers of Excellence
and Development status. New offices were established, among them the Center Arts
and Culture, Innovation Center, Management Information System unit and Computing
Systems and Innovation Office. The University Research Council was reconstituted to
improve the University’s research capability. Replacing the Module 1/SMEDI canteen, a
four-storey facility, named after Fr. Bonoan, was built to house the University Cafeteria,
new classrooms and offices.
As a response to the K to 12 educational reform, ADNU opted to open in 2012 a
pioneering Career Academy or Senior High School which started to be developed during
the latter part of Tabora’s administration.
In terms of long-term directions, the University engaged in Corporate Planning
(CorPlan2020),wherestakeholdersrevisitedADNU’smission-vision,identityandculture
and formulated a plan to integrate them into the life and work in the University, along
the challenges of K to 12 and the call to contribute to regional and national development
and to protect the environment, among others.
In 2013, Fr. Viray announced ADNU’s expansion of basic education through offering
of Grade School in 2015 to respond to the growing demand of Naga City and neighboring
towns for excellent Catholic basic education. The groundbreaking of the site for the Grade
School in Pacol was conducted on June 5, 2013 as a launching activity of the University’s
three-year celebration of its 75th Foundation Anniversary (2013-2015).
(with data from The Ateneo de Naga at Seventy (2010),
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B. Blueprint of the Ateneo de Naga University Campus.
1. AdministrationBuilding
2. SantosHall
3. BurnsHall
4. PhelanHall
5. ConsueloChitoMadrigalFoundation
Building
6. H.E./PillarsBuilding
7. AteneoChildLeaningCenter
8. UniversityGymnasium
9. XavierHall
10. ChristtheKingChurch
11. FaberFormationCenter
12. JesuitResidence
13. EngineeringBuilding
14. PhysicalPlantAdministrationBuilding
15. DolanHall
16. AdriaticoHall
17. IgnatiusPark
18. O’BrienLibrary
19. BonoanBuilding
20. FernandoHall
21. ArrupeHall
22. FootballField
23. SmediProductionArea
24. LawnTennisCourt
25. UniversityCoveredCourt
26. P.E./AthleticsOffice/Classrooms
27. EntrepreneurshipBuilding
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C. The Seal of the Ateneo De Naga University
At the center of the Ateneo University Seal is the escutcheon of the family of St.
Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. The shield is divided vertically
into two. The right panel shows two wolves on both sides of a hanging cauldron. The
design symbolizes the hospitality and generosity of the Loyola family. On the left panel,
symbolizing nobility and heroism are seven red bars on a field of gold, honoring the seven
heroes of the family who distinguished themselves in the battle of Beotibar in 1321. The
shield is part of the seal of many Jesuit schools in the world with which the Ateneo shares
a four hundred tradition of Jesuit liberal education.
Immediately above the Loyola escutcheon is a gold crown of Mary, Mother of God,
who under the title of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, is patroness of Bikol. Over Mary’s crown
shines the sun, symbol of Christ. On its face is the seal of the Society of Jesus in calligraphic
form: the first three letters in Greek of the Holy Name of Jesus (IHS) with the cross on top
and the nails of his Holy Passion underneath. The sun’s rays shine over Mary’s crown,
the Loyola shield, and the six stars and beyond. The Sun, symbol of Christ, truth and life,
shines over Mary, Ateneo, Bikol, and the world.
Arranged in semi-circle under the Loyola shield are six gold stars representing the
six provinces of Bikol.
With its seal, the Ateneo proclaims its commitment to Christ, to the Jesuit education
tradition, and to its mission of forming “men and women for others”.
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D. The School Motto
Primum Regnum Dei. Enot sa Gabos an Kahadean nin Diyos.
Theschool motto,whichisderivedfromMatthew6:33“SeekfirsttheKingdomofGod
and all things will be given”, expresses the single-mindedness with which the Ateneo de
Naga University must pursue the goals of Catholic Jesuit education. The ultimate purpose
of Ateneo de Naga is not knowledge for its own sake or merely professional preparation,
but the reign of God and the promotion of Gospel values. In our present context, Jesuit
education focuses on “the promotion of justice in the service of faith”.
E. The Mission Statement of the Ateneo De Naga University
As a university, the Ateneo de Naga seeks the integral formation of men and women
who will contribute to the total development of the family and human society.
As a Filipino university, the Ateneo de Naga fosters love of country and a deep
commitment to the culture of human life and care for creation. It commits itself to
contribute to and benefit from global society for the transformation of the Filipino nation.
Its special task is the development of Bicol and the preservation and enhancement of its
culture.
As a Catholic university, the Ateneo de Naga is committed to the service of the
faith that promotes justice. It seeks to form men and women committed to the person
and teaching of Jesus Christ in loyal and dedicated service to the Church and community,
particularly the poor.
As a Jesuit university, the Ateneo
de Naga draws its inspiration and
educationalprinciplesfromSt.Ignatius
of Loyola. It thereby seeks to imbue
its members with the desire to strive
for excellence in every sphere and
activity of life. Through teaching,
research, community service and deep
personal interaction it aims to form
“men and women for others” who will
find God in all things, always seek his
greater glory and respond generously
and courageously to Christ’s call to
serve first God’s Kingdom - Primum
Regnum Dei.
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F. The Vision Statement
Ateneo de Naga University, a premier
university in the country, provides excellent
instructionandformation,conductsvigorous
research, and engages in community service
that are ultimately transformative of society,
especially in Bicol. It is possible through its
competent, creative and committed faculty,
staff and administrators, and integrated
systems and excellent facilities.
It prides itself in its scholarship support
and responsive student services.
It attracts highly qualified students and
produces graduates who are responsible
citizens formed in the Catholic faith and
inspired by Ignatian spirituality. They are
globally competent but locally responsive
and environmentally sensitive.
Nurtured by Ignatian spirituality, it is a
communitythatispassionateto:seektruthin
divergent cultures; cultivate intellectual life;
respect creation; build human community
and promote justice.
The university engages in and maintains partnerships, linkages, networks with
institutions and individuals to further its mission.
(Revised May 2013)
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II. Profile Of The University Graduate
The Ateneo de Naga University Graduate is a person for others characterized
by competence, conscience, compassionate commitment to change, and Christ-
centeredness.
A. Competence. The Atenean actuates the gift of education as an instrument to
comprehend, judge, and respond to urgent and universal human dilemmas. Thus,
the Atenean:
1. Professes exceptional knowledge and expertise in his/her field of
specialization.
2. Applies interdisciplinary approaches to problems.
3. Thinks critically and creatively.
4. Expresses himself/herself proficiently in both oral and written
communication.
5. Uses, in a moral and ethical manner, technological advances in his/her field of
specialization.
6. Appreciates constructive criticism of his/her attitudes, behaviors, and
actions.
7. Seeks and values the aid of others in furthering his/her growth and
development.
8. Strives for a level of professional competence that overcomes inauthentic
personal limitations.
9. Recognizes thatlearningis infinite andaccepts theneedtocontinuously educate
himself/herself.
10. Discerns group dynamics and seeks cooperation in confronting contemporary
issues.
B. Conscience. TheAteneanlivesalifeofexemplaryintegritybycultivatinganupright
conscience that impresses on him/her the imperative to positively transform the
world. Thus, the Atenean:
1. Predicates his/her decisions and actions on principles that promote human
dignity, and those that further the actualization of all humanity
2. Cultivates foresight in the process of deciding and acting on ethical and moral
problems.
3. Acknowledges his/her imperfections, sinfulness, prejudices, stereotypes, and
selfish attitudes and tendencies.
4. Rejoices at the blessing of others and empathize over the misfortune of
others.
5. Explores and validates his/her faith.
6. Evaluates moral choices in the light of Christian conscience.
7. Practices the habit of reflection and contemplation.
8. Enjoys communion with God in private prayer and community worship.
9. Practices corporal and spiritual acts of mercy.
10. Reciprocates the love of God with love for himself/herself and for others.
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C. Compassionate Commitment to Change. The Atenean participates actively
in the life of society and the global community, and grows in consciousness of his/
her dignity and personal purpose in engaging the world. Thus, the Atenean:
1. Prizes his/her dignity as a person and that of others.
2. Serves others, and finds fulfillment in serving the poor.
3. Acts on the world in freedom, responsibility and community to build a good
society and bring into being the Regnum Dei.
4. Understands the structural and cultural roots of injustice in social
institutions.
5. Influences public policy toward the promotion of a just society.
6. Advocates social changes that assist victims of injustice in gaining their rights
and regaining their dignity.
7. Draws no profit from clearly unjust sources.
8. Confronts the moral ambiguities and inconsistencies embedded in values
promoted by local and global cultures.
9. Promotes family unity and fosters family service in the community.
10. Affirms the glory of God in himself/herself and in all creation, and cares for life
and the natural environment.
D. Christ Centeredness. The Atenean acknowledges the humanity and divinity of
Christ, and believes His Spirit as active in his/her life and in the lives of others. Thus,
the Atenean:
1. Has insight into the singularity of faith in the plurality of religions.
2. Shares with the global community the Bicolano’s inherent faith in God and
devotion to Our Virgin Mother.
3. Participates in the celebration of the liturgical mystery as a source of inspiration
in the labor of the laity.
4. Values the Church’s teaching about Jesus and His redeeming mission.
5. Receives the sacraments regularly as manifestation of oneness with the
Church.
6. Lives out the gospel values and exercises Christian virtues.
7. Professes affinity for and emulation of Jesus Christ.
8. Responds to Jesus’ call for active discipleship.
9. Understands the Gospel and the Church teachings.
10. Seeks and finds God in all things.
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III. General Regulations
A. Our common task at the Ateneo is the creation and maintenance of an environment
that advances the University’s mission. Through the University’s instruction, and
formation research and community outreach, the student grows in Competence,
Conscience, Compassionate commitment to change, and Christ-centeredness or the
4Cs of the Profile of the Graduate.
B. ByenrollingintheAteneo,theAteneancontributestorealizingtheUniversityMission,
and appropriates for herself/himself the Profile of the University Graduate as the aim
of student life in Ateneo. Thus, the Atenean accepts the following responsibilities:
1) work for integral human growth, both personal and for all humanity ;
2) contribute to global society through the development of the Filipino nation;
3) preserve and enhance Bicol culture;
4) serve the faith that promotes justice;
5) serve the Church and community particularly the poor;
6) strive for excellence in every sphere and activity of life;
7) seek God in everything.
C. By enrolling in the Ateneo, the Atenean commits to develop attitudes and manifest
behaviors consistent with the University Mission and the Profile of the University
Graduate.Behaviorsfoundedondisregardoftruth,morals,humanrights,andChurch
and civil law will be grounds for reprimand, mandatory counseling, the imposition
of penalties, suspension or dismissal.
D. Acknowledging the dignity of persons, administrators, faculty members and staff
deserve respect from students, and in the same manner students deserve respect
from pedagogues. Students are to obey the instructions of administrators, faculty
members and staff provided that these instructions are within the bounds of the
responsibilities and obligations of pedagogues to instruct, teach and form students.
Egregious disrespect for persons and disregard of students’ responsibilities and
the rights of other students and members of the university is incompatible with the
culture of the university community.
E. Complaints against administrators, faculty members and staff may be filed in writing
with their immediate supervisors (e.g., complaints about a teacher are filed with the
department chairperson, complaints about chairperson may be filed with the dean).
Constructive suggestions may be coursed through the administrative channels or the
ADNU-SSG, through surveys on university services, or dialogues with administration
and faculty members.
F. The university’s facilities support the education and formation of students. Thus,
students are co-responsible for its care, protection and maintenance. Use of certain
facilities may require approval from particular offices.
G. Students under the legal age may be required to present evidence of approval or
consent from parents or guardians for various purposes, such as participation in
off-campus school activities, etc.
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H. It is the responsibility of the students to participate in communal celebrations and
functions of the university.
I. Students are co-responsible for their growth in Ignatian Spirituality, thus students
make it a point to participate in the daily and special celebrations of the Sacrament
of the Holy Eucharist, other religious celebrations, recollections and retreats, receive
the Sacrament of Reconciliation, etc. Students recognize the spiritual dimension of
in their communal or organizational activities by integrating prayer and worship in
these activities.
J. Athletics is essential to the integral formation and development of students. Thus,
students make it a point to participate in these activities as long as involvement in
these activities does not interfere with studies or is detrimental to overall academic
performance. The university may prohibit students from participating in athletics if
it is evident that studies and academic performance is being or will be compromised.
An athlete who is not a full-time student may and whose QPI rating one semester
prior to acceptance on a varsity team is below 2.0, shall not represent the Ateneo in
inter-collegiate sports.
K. Students, as individuals or in groups, shall not use the name and/or seal of the
Ateneo de Naga University or any of its units, in printed programs, invitations,
announcements,ticketsandotherparaphernalia,especiallyforcommercialpurposes
without written authorization and approval from the Director of Student Affairs.
L. No student-sponsored function shall be held without the written approval of the
Director of Student Affairs.
M. Articles and press releases from students or student organizations concerning the
Ateneo de Naga University should be cleared through the University Media Officer
and the Office of the President.
N. The student is responsible for keeping herself/himself informed of the important
universitydecisionsandevents.Thus,studentsmakeitapointtoreadtheinformation
posted on the bulletin boards.
O. TheCollegestudentassumestheresponsibilities,rightsandobligationsofscholarship.
S/he strives for excellent scholarship, open herself/himself to moral and spiritual
formation, commits herself/himself to study, reflection, and prayer, and considers
academic grades as an important indicator of his/her academic progress.
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IV. Academic Regulations
Academic Regulations
A. Grading System
TheuniversityisimplementingtheRevisedCollegeGradingSystem(cf.Appendix
B) effective School Year 2005-2006 which shall be applied in all course programs. It
shall be used for freshmen, students taking a second course and transferees admitted
School Year 2005-2006.
For students admitted in School Years 2000-2004, the mode of computing
the final CFRS in the Revised Grading System 2005 Revision shall be used and the
Transmutation Table Version 2000 shall apply.
For students admitted before School Year 2000, the mode of computing the
final CFRS in the Revised Grading System (2005 Revision) shall be used and the
Transmutation Table of the Grading System (Pre-2000 Version) shall be adopted.
The Descriptive Interpretations of grades effective for school year 2005-2006
are as follows:
Converted Final
Raw Scores (CFRS)
Numerical
Grade
Letter
Grade
Point Value
93 - 100 96-100 A 4.0
85 - 92 91-95 B+ 3.5
77 - 84 86-90 B 3.0
69 - 76 81-85 C+ 2.5
61 - 68 76-80 C 2.0
60 75 D 1.0
A - Excellent Academic Performance
B+ - Very good Academic Performance
B - Good Academic Performance
C+ - Very Satisfactory Academic Performance
C - Satisfactory Academic Performance
D - Poor Academic Performance
F - Unacceptable Academic Performance
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B. Mode for Computation of the Final Grade
a. Lecture Course or Non-Laboratory Course
Grading Component
Class Standing
Preliminary Examination
Midterm Examination
Pre-final Examination
Comprehensive Final
Examination
Total
Percentage of Converted Final Raw
Score(CFRS)
Regular Semester Summer
40% 33.33%
10%
20% 33.33%
10%
20% 33.33%
100% 100%
The class standing (CS) components shall be defined; Criteria and standards for
evaluating these components shall be determined before the start of the semester
by the teachers/cluster/department teaching/offering the course and these class
standing components criteria and standards must be reflected in the course syllabus
and communicated to the students at the start of the semester. Class standing may
include:
• Tests and quizzes
• Reports or projects
• Student portfolios
• Class participation
• Oral presentations
• Others (e.g., performance assessment which shall be set by department /
Cluster or teachers teaching the course)
The Preliminary, Midterm, Pre-final and the Comprehensive Final Examinations
are usually teacher-made summative evaluations which may be written, oral,
practical, etc.
b. Practicum, Laboratory or Combined Courses
Grading
Component
Class Standing
Midterm Examination
Final Examination
Total
Percentage of Converted Final Raw
Score(CFRS)
Regular SemesterSummer
60% 33.33%
20% 33.33%
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The class standing (CS) components shall be defined; Criteria and standards for
evaluating these components shall be determined before the start of the semester
by the teachers/cluster/department teaching/offering the course and these class
standing components criteria and standards must be reflected in the course syllabus
and communicated to the students at the start of the semester. Class standing may
include practicum, laboratory or combination.
C. Meaning of Other Marks or Symbols
1. WP - Withdrawal with Permission - means that the student withdrew from the
course two weeks prior to the Pre-final Examination according to the date set
by the school and with permission from his/her parent and teacher as shown
in the Withdrawal slip submitted by the student to the Registrar.
2. AF - Failure due to Absences - means that the student has not participated
in or was absent from the class activities more than 10% of the total of the
course activity for the semester or term. It is also applicable for the student
who withdrew from the course without official permission. The point value of
an AF grade for computing QPI is 0.
3. INC - Incomplete - means that the student has not fulfilled the course
requirements, e.g. term paper, research, and project, etc., within the semester.
It is a temporary grade which obliges the student to complete the requirement
until the end of the next semester. For INC. grades, the teacher is obliged to fill
up the Remarks column of the mark sheet with NFE (no final exam) or NCR (no
course requirement).
D. Quality Point Index
TheQualityPointIndex(QPI)isusedasameasureofstudent’sacademicperformance.
To determine the QPI, the letter grades are given numerical equivalents or point value
as shown below:
Numerical Grade
96-100
91-95
86-90
81-85
76-80
75
Letter Grade
A
B+
B
C+
C
D
Point Value
4.0
3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.0
The accumulated grade (AG) is computed by adding the products of the point values
and units per subject. The QPI is then determined by dividing AG by the total number of
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Subject
Acc 30
Psy 3
Ma 34
Psy 10
Unit
6
3
3
3
Letter Grade
A
B+
B
B
Point Value
(PV)
4.0
3.5
3.0
3.0
Unit x PV
24.0
10.5
9.0
9.0
E. Term Examinations
ThePreliminary,Midterm,Pre-final,andFinalExaminationsareperiodicassessments
of student learning during the semester. They are conducted orally, in writing, or both,
and in announced venues on the schedule calendared by the Academic Council and the
Registrar. Not one of them may be foregone in favor of a prior or future examination, nor
may be substituted with the activities that do not actually assess student learning of the
lesson coverage for the term, such as tours, seminars, parties and the like. The coverage
of the Final Examination particularly is 30% of the first term and 70% of the second term.
Each student is required to present his/her Examination Slip for each of these
examinations.
F. Delayed Term Examination
1. On the Period for Filing Applications for and Taking the Delayed Examination
1.1 Delayed preliminary, midterm and pre-final examinations must be
completed no later than the last day prior to the schedule of the next major
exam period (e.g., delayed preliminary exams must be taken not later than
the last recitation or class day before the midterm exams).
1.2 Delayed final examinations must be completed no later than the first week
of classes of the succeeding term, summer sessions included.
1.3 Applications for delayed
preliminary, midterm and pre-
final examinations must be filed
no later than a week before the
next scheduled examinations.
1.4 Aconcernedstudentmayappeal
a disapproved application for
delayedexaminationtotheDean
of his/her Home College.
AG 52.5
15
= 3.5
QPI = QPI =
Total Units
units, which is the weighted average of point values of the letter grades of all academic
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1.5 The College Registrar’s Office shall announce and/orpublishtheapproved
deadlines for filing of applications and the delayed final examinations.
2. Valid reasons for delayed examinations and supporting documents. The
following are considered as valid reasons for students to apply for delayed
examinations:
Reason Supporting Document(s)
2.1 Death of a family member Death certificate or letter from parent/
guardian certifying the death of a family
member
2.2 Appearance in court Court summons/subpoenas
2.3 Failure to secure exam permit due to
insufficient payment of tuition and
other fees
Exam permit bearing a date of issuance
after the schedule of examinations
2.4 Conflict in examination schedule Copy of exam schedule or signed note from
the department chairperson or the College
Registrar about the conflict of schedule
2.5 Official school representation Excuse letter approved by the AVP for
official school representation
2.6 Sickness (inclusive of accidents) Medical certificate or letter from parent
about sickness in cases of commonly
treated but contagious (e.g. sore eyes) or
seasonal (e.g. flu) illnesses
2.7 Work-related causes (only for
working students) such as required
attendance in a company training or
special event, etc.
Certificate of employment and appropriate
document supporting the application (e.g.,
company memorandum)
3. Application Process for Delayed Examinations.Upon request for a delayed
examination, the student should submit as attachment to the accomplished
application theappropriate supporting documents.
Misrepresentation, tampering of supporting documents and other forms of
fraud committed by any student in relation to his or her application for delayed
examination may result to disapproval of the request, without prejudice to
the imposition of applicable sanctions provided under the College Student
Handbook.
4. Exemption from the Delayed
Examination Fee. The delayed
examinationfeeshallnotbecollected
when the cause of the student’s
failure to take the examination as
scheduled is any of the valid reasons
listed in 2.1 above, except 2.7 or
work-related causes.
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5. Processing of Applications
5.1 For delayed examinations due to the causes enumerated in #2 above
with appropriate supporting documents, only the approval of the home
department chairperson is required and this approval is binding on all
teachers concerned, regardless of department or college.
5.2 If the cause of the delayed examination is 2.7 or work-related causes, the
student shall pay the delayed examination fee at the Treasurer’s Office
and attach the receipt to the application form.
6. Scheduling of Delayed Examinations.
6.1 Once the application for delayed examination is approved, the student
shall report to each of the concerned subject teachers and arrange for the
delayed examination schedule.
6.2 The concerned student and teacher are equally responsible in insuring
that the delayed examination schedule they have set is followed.
6.2.1 A student who fails to take the delayed examination as scheduled
shall be given a zero (0) score for the exam, unless approval had
been secured for another delayed examination due to the valid
reasons listed in no. 2 above (except 2.4 or conflict in the regular
or original examination schedule). Per subject, the rescheduling
of delayed examinations shall be allowed only once, following
the same process of application and approval earlier outlined.
6.2.2 A teacher who, without valid reasons, fails to give the delayed
examination as scheduled shall receive sanctions adapted
from the schedule given in the 2003 College Faculty Manual for
tardiness in reporting to class, to wit:
Instance of failure to give
scheduled delayed exam
Sanction
First to third Verbal reminder from the Department Chair
Fourth to sixth Written reminder from the Department Chair
Seventh to ninth Written reprimand from the Department Chair
Tenth or more Ineligibility to receive merit increase and/or valid ground for
non-renewalofcontract(part-timeteachingorprobationary
status)
The effect of these sanctions shall be reviewed after one year
of implementation towards a revision, if necessary.
6.3 The delayed examination schedule shall be distinct from the regular class
schedule so as not to unduly lessen the class recitation hours.
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7. Grading
7.1 Other than the final examinations, a student who fails to take a delayed
examinanysubjectwithintheprescribedperiod(e.g.:delayedpreliminary
exam before the midterm exam) shall receive a zero score for the exam.
Thus, the provision in the grading system for incomplete grade due to
missed preliminary, midterm and/or pre-final examination is revoked.
7.2 When the student missed the final examinations and is unable to take
the delayed examination before the deadline for submission of grades at
the end of the semester, the subject teacher shall report an incomplete or
“INC” grade and indicate NFE (meaning “No Final Exam”) in the column for
remarks in the official grading sheet. However, if there is zero possibility
for the student to obtain a passing grade (e.g., the student will fail even
with a perfect score in the final examinations), the teacher may already
report a final grade of “F” and indicate “FENB” (meaning “final exam has
no bearing”) under the column for remarks so that the advisement or
enrollment for the next term may be facilitated.The CFRS and FINGRD
columns are left blank. Agrading computation is shown belowto illustrate
the situation:
Name
Course &
Major
CLSSTD PRLEXM MDTERM PRFEXM FINEXM CFRS FINGRD LTRGRD REMRK
XXX XXX 26.00 4.00 5.00 4.00 F FENB
The student in the example has a sub-total or partial CFRS of 39 and needs
to get at least 21 points more from the final exam to obtain a passing
CFRS of at least 60. However, a perfect score in the final exam will only
contribute 20 points. In this case, the final exam will have no bearing,
that is, the student has no more chance of passing the course. Hence,
the teacher already reflected an “F” grade and indicated “FENB” in the
column for remarks.
However, because the taking of examinations has instructional value
regardless of the outcome, any concerned student who may decide
to still take the final examination must be allowed to do so, provided
his/her application to take delayed examination(s) is duly processed
and approved.
7.3 Since there will be no final numerical grade(s) indicated in cases of failing
grades given as a result of no bearing final exams described in 7.2 above,
thesubject(s)shallnotbeincludedinthecomputationofgeneralweighted
average numerical grade, but included in the computation of the average
QPI of the student. However, having incurred the failing grade(s), the
concerned student becomes ineligible for graduation honors.
G. Examination Rules
All violations of examination rules are reported to the Director of Student Affairs
and/or the Disciplinary Board for appropriate action.
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Anyformofcheatinginanytest,quiz,majorexaminations(prelims,midtermpre-final
and finals) or in any other form of evaluation for course requirement, namely, project,
etc. is considered serious. Refer to the Policy on Intellectual or Academic Dishonesty.
AnycaseofcheatingcommittedbyascholarwillbehandledbytheDisciplinaryBoard
that will decide whether his/her scholarship will be withdrawn. All cases of cheating will
be reported to the Office of Student Affairs as part of Students Records. A student caught
cheating may appeal his/her case to the Disciplinary Board within three (3) working days
upon receipt of the written report from the OSA.
Studentsarerequiredtoweartheschooluniformduringtheexaminationsconducted
in the University
The following guidelines will be helpful:
1. Be punctual.
2. Bring the needed materials.
3. Bring your permit.
4. Keep quiet once in the
examination room.
5. Relax.
6. Read the questions carefully.
7. Write neatly.
8. Answer questions from the
easiest to the most difficult.
9. Review your answers before
submitting the examination
paper.
H. Exemption from Final Examinations
Students who consistently excel in class as
evidencedbytheresultsinthepreviousassessment
and evaluation of class performance during the term deserve to be recognized and
rewarded at the end of the term by exempting them from the final examinations. This
exemption shall apply to all subjects except those covered by the licensure/board
examinations, such as accountancy, engineering, and major and proficiency subjects in
education, and the following specific subjects: theology, philosophy, computer science,
taxation, business law, and major subjects in mathematics and natural sciences.
I. Incomplete Grades
A student is allowed one semester to complete his/her grade. Requirements must
be submitted one week after the Midterm Examination of the following semester.
(Ammendment to the existing policy of incomplete Grades approved April 14, 2010 and
effective 2nd Semester, SY 2010-2011. Thus, for INC Grades incurred during 1st semester
SY 2010-2011, deadline shall be one week after the 2nd semester Midterm Examination).
Failure to complete a grade means that the INC automatically becomes an F. Appeals
against this F must be directed to the Academic Standards Committee. Summer term is
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J. Change of Grades

Final Grades in all subjects including NSTP/Formation Program and PE may be
changed only at the request of the faculty member and/or the student concerned, upon
the approval of the College Academic Standards Committee (CASC).
A. Change of grades may only be due to the errors stipulated below:
1. Clerical Error
• Erroneous transfer and/or recording of grades
2. Computational Error and/or Recording Lapse
• Error in computation due to the following reasons:
• Incorrect mode of computing grades;
• Erroneous transmutation;
• Unrecorded grades; and
• Erroneous rounding off
3. Delayed or Non-Submission of Completion Grades
• Teacher’s failure to submit completion grades within the specified period
as stipulated in the University Memo No. 313
• Student’s failure to submit the completion form within the specified period
as stipulated in the University Memo No. 313.
4. Grave Abuse of Discretion exercised by a teacher
• Failure to comply with or to fulfill the required teaching
hours with students;
• Prejudice and discrimination against the student
5. Insufficient or inappropriate basis for assessing learning
• Mismatch between the instructional objectives and the evaluation
instruments/indicators.
• Inadequate number of quizzes and/or performance indicators.
6. Failure of the learning process to prosper due to:
• Blatantmismatchbetweentheteacher’spedagogicalskillsandthestudent’s
just expectations of a teacher
• Deficient pedagogical skills

B. Process:
1. The teacher or the student shall write a letter requesting change of
grades. This letter shall be accompanied with pertinent document/s
supporting such claim. If the request for change of grade comes from the
teacher, the Department Chairperson’s notation shall be sought. However,
requests coming from the students shall be directly submitted to the CASC.
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Pertinent documents needed are the following:
a. Clerical Error
• Original class list with correct entry/ies
• Erroneous entry in the grading sheets
b. Computational Error and/or Recording Lapse
• Erroneous entry in the grading sheet/class list and/or incorrect mode
of computation.
• Corrected computation
c. Delayed or Non-Submission of Completion Grades
• Process by which completion was made
• Date of completion of subject requirements to the teacher
• Date of submission of completion form to the College Registrar
• Reasons/factors for late/non-submission of completion grades of
concerned students.
d. Grave Abuse of Discretion exercised by a teacher
• DUPAS teacher’s attendance report
• Beadle’s form
• Student(s)’ complaints and/or petitions
e. Insufficient or inappropriate basis for assessing learning
• Class Record
• Mark Sheet
• Assessment Instruments submitted by the teacher to the Department
Chair
f. Deficient pedagogical skills
• Class Record
• Mark Sheet
• Assessment Instruments submitted by the teacher to the Department
Chair
• Student(s)’ complaints and/or petitions
• Teacher’s Classroom Performance as indicated by summative
evaluation of the students, the peers and the Chair.
2. The Chair convenes the members of the CASC and presides over the meeting.
3. If the one being complained about is a member of the CASC or his/her mentor
or chairperson, that member shall inhibit himself/herself from the deliberation
to maintain the desired level of objectivity.
4. The CASC, in a closed-door session investigates the merit of the case in the
presenceofbothparties(e.g.,teacherandthestudent/s).Thesummonedteacher
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5. If the CASC determines after due deliberations that the student’s allegation is
true, the CASC recommends the change of grade/s. If the student or teacher
agrees with the recommendation, the case rests.
6. In the event of resistance or disagreement by either party of the decision, a
sub-committee composed of peers shall investigate the particulars of the case
and determine whether an injustice was committed.
7. If an injustice is established, the sub-committee specifies the remedy (e.g., how
a new grade can be determined such as stipulating a new exam, a project, a term
paper, a remedial class, etc). This remedy of the sub-committee is binding and
is subject to appeal only to the President.
8. The CASC directs the teacher to effect the appropriate rectification in the form
of a change of grade.
9. In cases where the teacher still refuses to make the change and/or is no longer
available to do so, the CASC directs the College Registrar to effect such change
in the student’s records.
10. TheCASCshallwritealetterindicatingthedecisiontotheteacher,copyfurnished
to the Dep’t. Chair of the teacher, the student, and the AVP. This letter shall be
released within one week after the decision has been made.
All requests must be filed within the allotted period stipulated below. Beyond this
date, no request will be entertained by the CASC unless the teacher himself /herself
recognizes the validity of the completion.
The faculty and/or the student requesting the change of grade submits to the CASC
within one semester after the course was taken. If the course is taken during the first
semester, the deadline for filing requests is the last working day of March. If the course
is taken during the second semester and summer, the deadline of filing requests is the
last working day of October.
For delayed submission or non-submission of completion form within the above
specified period in which case the Incomplete Grade automatically turns into an F, both
parties (student and/or teacher) may file a change of grade within one semester after
the set deadline.
All files pertaining to the committee’s work shall be kept in the AVP Office.
All appeals for change of grades must be filed with the Standards Committee seven
days before Graduation. Beyond this date, no appeal will be entertained by the Standards
Committee.
Note: The above provisions are taken from the System for the College Academic
Standards Committee (cf. Appendix E)
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K. Class Attendance
Punctual and regular attendance is expected of every student. Thus, all absences are
counted. Excused absences for official university business require the approval of the AVP.
Any student who accumulates absences beyond 5 hours for a 3-unit subject, 9 hours for
a 5-unit subject, or 10 hours for a 6-unit subject receives Final Grade of AF.
The checking of class attendance starts as soon as the second bell has rung. A student
is considered late if he arrives after the checking of attendance and will be marked absent
if he arrives 15 minutes after the second bell has rung. Three lateness are equivalent to
one absence.
The checking of class attendance is one of the primary duties of a teacher. It
is a part of classroom management which aids in the effective teaching-learning
process in the classroom.
The following guidelines and procedures are hereby outlined as aid to teachers in
fulfilling their important function.
1. The teachers meet their classes on the first day of classes.
2. The teachers assign a beadle and a co-beadle during the first meeting in each
class, then sends the beadle to OSA to procure the beadle’s booklet.
3. The beadle’s booklet contains the following forms:
a. The Official Class List
b. The Seat Plan
c. The Attendance Monitoring Form
d. The Duties and Responsibilities of Beadle and Co-Beadle
e. The Policy on Attendance for Students
f. The Guidelines and Procedures on the Checking of Student Attendance
g. Referral Slips
4. A separate attendance monitoring sheet is provided for teachers. This is
contained in the beadle folder and is given to the teachers during the first day
of class. The teachers check the attendance every meeting using this form. This
same form is submitted to their Home Department Chair together with the mark
sheets at the end of the semester.
5. Duringthefirstmeeting,andifneeded
to be repeated during succeeding
meetings, teachers orient students on
attendance policy and implementing
procedures. It should be stressed to
students that an allowable absence
is not a privilege but a provision in
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6. The teacher signs at the beadle’s attendance form every meeting.
7. If a student incurs half of the norm of absences, the OSA issues a slip to notify
him/her of his/her absences. In case a student exceeds the norm of absences,
the following procedures will be followed:
a. Once a student incurs more than the allowable absences, the beadle
informs both the student and the teacher and gives the OSA BF Form
7 or AF slip to both.
b. The student may appeal for reconsideration in case s/he believes
there has been misrecording of attendance or the reasons for his/her
absence was not considered reasonably by the teacher. The appeal
must be in writing with supporting documents and filed at the Office
of Student Affairs. It must be submitted within 48 hours upon receipt
of the notification.
c. The following are valid reasons for reconsidering a possible AF
grade:
i. maternity (for female students)
ii. official representative of the school
(individual / group)
iii. sickness/hospitalization supported by medical certificate
iv. death of a member of immediate family
v. in cases certified or recommended by the guidance center
vi. in cases cited in the Manual of Regulations for Private Schools
vii. in cases where presence of student is needed in court
proceedings
viii. other official business sanctioned by the school.
d. For students appealing for reconsideration, the following procedures
shall be followed:
(1) For cases of misposting / misrecording:
1.1 The student files an application for reconsideration at
OSA.
1.2 The OSA conducts investigation and convenes the parties
concerned, and decides. The OSA informs the student and
the teacher of the decision.
(2) For validity of reasons of absence
The student appeals to the teacher in writing, supported by
appropriate documents within 48 hours after the receipt of
notice (AF Slip).
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e. In case appeal has been approved, the student is asked to sign a
promissory note stating that s/he will no longer be absent from his/
her class. Absence incurred after this automatically merits a grade of
AF.
f. In case the appeal is denied the teacher accomplishes the AF slip and
approves the AF grade of the student and forwards the form to the
OSA for the dean’s notation.
8. All AF forms submitted to the OSA are considered final.
Students who have excessive absences in a previous semester based on the
OSA report will be required to sign a promissory note indicating that s/he will
improve his/her attendance and report to the guidance counselor assigned to
him/her for the semester.
Failure to improve class attendance will merit reductions of academic load
in the succeeding semester.
Make-up classes are voluntary. No exams are scheduled during make-up
classes.
L. Academic Probation
A student who obtains a QPI below 1.5, in all subjects for the semester is placed on
Academic Probation in the next semester. A student already on academic probation who
still merits a succeeding Academic Probation is not allowed to enroll in more than 18.5
units(PEandNSTPincluded)inthenextsemester.Moreover,theDepartmentChairperson
in consultation with the student’s counselor regulates the subject load of said student.
M. SRA Reading Program:

Policy Statement and Implementing Guidelines

In the light of the finding that it is possible to finish SRA Reading Program in less than
five terms, and in reiteration of the university’s recognition of the program as necessary
in preparing students for college work, the university shall, henceforth, provide the
structures and requirements that will ensure and maximize students’ benefits from the
SRA Reading Program. Specifically,
1. TheCollegeReadingCentershallensurethatthetwotypesofSRAclassschedules
are offered every term to help students who, upon taking the diagnostic
or placement test, are found in need of longer time to complete their SRA
requirement.
2. StudentsshallbegivenregularfeedbackbytheirrespectiveReadingTeacherson
theirperformanceinSRAReadingProgramtohelpthemprojecttheircompletion
time.
3. Students shall be required to finish SRA requirement at the end of their second
curriculum year in the university.
4. Those who fail to complete their SRA after their second curriculum year shall
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5. Those who fail to complete their SRA after third year shall no longer be allowed
to enroll in any four-year course in the university.
6. The policy shall be applicable to students who enrolled in Ateneo de Naga
University starting school year 2008-2009.
N. Withdrawal from or Dropping a Subject
A student may withdraw from or drop a subject two weeks (including Sundays)
before the Pre-final Examination dates set by the school calendar. Beyond this specified
period, he/she will not be allowed to withdraw from the course. He/She will receive a WP-
mark (Withdrawn with Permission) only when the withdrawal is official, i.e. permission
had been granted by the teacher in the subject he/she wishes to drop, and official form
have been accomplished and filed at the Registrar’s Office. During summer classes, a
student may file for withdrawal or dropping from a subject before scheduled Midterm
examinations. The following procedures must be observed for official withdrawal from
the subject:
1. A written permission from the parents must be presented to the Registrar.
2. A Withdrawal Slip is obtained from the Registrar’s Office.
3. The permission of the teacher handling the subject is secured by letting the
teacher sign in the appropriate space in the Withdrawal Slip. If a student is
enjoyinganyformofscholarship,clearanceissoughtfromthedirectorofCollege
Admission and Aid Office. A student who had already been given a grade of AF
(Failure due to Absences) prior to this application to withdraw from the subject
is not allowed to apply for WP.
4. The signature of the Chair of the student’s home department is obtained.
5. After accomplishing the above, the Withdrawal Slip is filed at the Registrar’s
Office.
O. Procedure for Application for change in course/major (Shifting)
1. AwrittenpermissionfromtheparentsmustbepresentedtotheRegistrarstating
the reason for shifting to another course.
2. A shifting form is obtained at the Registrar’s Office.
3. Fill-out the form and secure the clearance/endorsement and approval of all
offices indicated in the application form. If a student is enjoying any form of
scholarship, clearance is sought from the director of College Admission and Aid
Office.
4. Application for shifting in another course/major shall only be valid if the form
is properly accomplished and corresponding copies are distributed to the
concerned offices.
P. Withdrawal from the University
A student, who, within the semester wishesto withdraw ordrop out oftheUniversity,
must accomplish the procedures in M. (Withdrawal from or Dropping a Subject) for all
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the subjects enrolled during the semester, in order that his/her withdrawal from the
University is considered official. In addition, the student accomplishes the Clearance
Form, and files this with the Registrar’s Office.
A student will receive the marks appropriate for each subject, i.e. AF if s/he has
incurred a number of absences beyond the allowed number at the time when the
application for withdrawal from the University was filed, or “WP” whenever this is
applicable.
A student’s withdrawal is considered “Leave of Absence” when s/he intends to
return. In this case, s/he must specify how long the leave of absence will be. Application
for Leave of Absence still requires a parent’s permit.
Q. Recognition of Exemplary Performance
The University endeavors to create a culture of excellence in the students, and one
waytoencourageexcellentperformanceistorecognizeandrewardstudentswhomanifest
this value in academic as well a non-academic endeavors. Academic awards are conferred
to students who reach the QPI requirements for these awards. Non- academic awards
are conferred on students for excellence in sports, leadership and service. The semestral
University and College Recognition Ceremonies are special occasions for the parents,
students and the University Community to honor the student achievers.
1. Honors Lists
a. The President’s List (University Honors)
The President’s List include students whose Quality Point Index (QPI)
is 3.50 or above with no grade lower than B (point value of 3.0) in any
academic subject. The President awards these students with a certificate
of their outstanding excellence.
b. The Dean’s List (College Honors)
The Dean’s List includes students whose Quality Point Index (QPI) is 3.20
or above with no failing grade in any subject effective SY 2004-2005.
The Dean of the College awards these students with a certificate of their
excellence.
2. Awards Conferred During Graduation
a. Degree Honors
i. Summa Cum Laude is awarded to students whose Quality Point Index
(QPI) is 3.80 with no grade lower than B+ and no failing grade in any
subject, from first year to fourth/fifth year.
ii. Magna Cum Laude is awarded to students whose Quality Point Index
(QPI) is 3.50 with no grade lower than B and no failing grade in any
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iii. Cum Laude is awarded to students whose Quality Point Index (QP1)
is 3.20 with no failing grade in any subject, from first year to fourth/
fifth year.
b. Academic Excellence Awards. In order to qualify for an academic
excellence award, the student must have at least qualified for Cum
Laude.
i. PILLARS GOLD MEDALLION is awarded to the graduate who obtains
thehighestqualitypointaverageamongthemembersofthegraduating
class.
ii. PILLARS SILVER MEDALLION is awarded to the graduate who obtains
the second highest quality point average among the members of the
graduating class.
iii. PILLARSBRONZEMEDALLIONisawardedtothegraduatewhoobtains
the third highest quality point average among the members of the
graduating class.
c. General Excellence Awards
i. ST. IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA GOLD MEDALLION AWARD is given to the
graduate who best typifies or embodies the ideals of Jesuit Education
and the Mission Statement of Ateneo.
ii. ARCHBISHOP PEDRO P. SANTOS GOLD MEDALLION AWARD is given
to the male member of the graduating class whose achievement in
both academic and co-curricular activities from freshman year to
senior year can be characterized as most outstanding and worthy of
recognition.
iii. VERY REVEREND FRANCIS D. BURNS, S.J. GOLD MEDALLION is given
to the female member of the graduating class whose achievement
in both academic and co-curricular activities from freshman year to
senior year can be characterized as most outstanding and worthy of
recognition.
d. Distinction in Major Subjects
AgoldmedalawardfordistinctionisgiventoanystudentwhoseaverageQPI
in all major subjects as defined in the course program is 3.50 or better, with
no failing grade in all any subject, computed from freshman to senior year.
In addition to this requirement, the awardee must also distinguish himself/
herself in service to his/her department as attested by the department
chairperson after consultation with the faculty and students. While this
award is contingent on graduation from the program, it is not given during
the Commencement Exercises but during an appropriate occasion (e.g.
Reading or Honors, Tribute to Graduates, etc.) arranged by the student’s
home department or college.
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e. Service Awards
i. BROTHERSERGIOADRIATICO,S.J.GOLD“FIFTHPILLAR”MEDALLION
AWARDS is given to the graduate who typifies the ideals of steadfast
loyalty and wholehearted service to the Ateneo de Naga and the
concern of the school for social and community involvement, above
andbeyond thecall ofduty, asexemplifiedbythelifeofthelateBrother
Adriatico, S.J.
f. AchievementAward.Thisisconferreduponastudentorateamofstudents
forwinningfirstplaceinnationwideorregionwidecompetitionssponsored
by reputable organizations; or for representing the school or country with
distinction in international, national, or regional conferences or congresses
of major religious, educational, civic, or athletic importance.
g. Leadership Award. This is conferred upon a student for his/her singular
ability to lead and organize activities that contribute substantially to the
welfare of the college student population.
Note: * In order to qualify for Graduation awards, at least 75% of the student’s total
number of subjects must have been taken in the Ateneo de Naga University, and
should not have incurred a failing grade in his/her previous school/s.
R. Graduation Requirements
Only students who have fulfilled both academic and non- academic requirements
shall be allowed to join the graduation ceremonies. Academic requirements include
completion/passing all the subjects in the academic program that student has enrolled,
(including Physical Education and NSTP). Other requirements are retreats coordinated
by the Campus Ministry, Immersion and Outreach Program participation organized by
the College Outreach Program, SRA/Reading Program, etc.
At the first posting of the list of graduating students for the year, graduating students
must report to the College Registrar’s Office for settlement of any deficiency. It shall be
the responsibility of the graduating
students to attend to the compliance
of the academic and non-academic
requirements for graduation.
Three days before graduation
day, all requirements must be
submitted to the College Registrar’s
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V. Student Services
A. Admissions Policies
We are primarily a student service office performing academic support functions within
Ateneo de Naga University, Bikol’s Jesuit educational institution.
As the admissions office of the colleges, we will accept applicants who are either
“qualified or show the potential and desire to meet the University’s high standards of
education and formation.” Once admitted, we will facilitate their entry by providing other
offices the information they need to help the students rise to the level of the Profile of the
Graduate:competent, committed to change, conscientious and Christ-centered.
As an aiding arm of the University, we will distribute scholarships and other available
means of financial assistance to deserving students in accordance with the University’s
resolve to alleviate poverty in Bikol through a science, engineering and technology thrust.
Only upon thru satisfactory completion of prerequisites on the deadlines set by the
Admissions Office may the students be granted admission. It is a policy of the Ateneo
de Naga University that all applicants for college are to take and pass the Entrance
Examination. Only those who are already graduates with a bachelor’s degree and are
enrolling for a second course are exempted from taking the Entrance Examination.
Returningstudentswhohavestoppedforfoursemestersortwoyearsshouldlikewise
takeandpassthesaidexaminationbeforetheycanbereadmittedtothecollege.Placement
of students into their chosen course will depend or be based on their performance
in the Admission Placement Examination. Result of proficiency tests in Mathematics
and English will likewise be taken into consideration. All applicants must undergo an
admission interview.
Admission Procedures and Requirements
1. The applicant must first take the Entrance Examination. To take the said
exam:
i. Pay the P120 testing fee at the Teller’s Window of the Treasurer’s Office.
ii. Present the Official Receipt and two (2) copies 2” x 2” picture in sky blue
background
to the Testing Center to get your Application Form for Examination.
2. Once the examination result is released by the Testing Center together with
the admissions forms, list of admissions requirements and enrollment dates,
the applicant form must fill out the applicable forms and procure the following
requirements:
For new/freshmen applicants (One who has graduated from high school
or passed an equivalency test which qualifies him/her to enroll in a course
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leading to a bachelor’s degree. He or she has not taken or started to take any
post-secondary course and intends to take a four or five-year course in the
University):
i. Original High School Report Card or Form 138
ii. Certificate of Good Moral Character
iii. Four (3) copies of 2” x 2” size picture in sky blue background
iv. Original copy of NSO Birth Certificate
v. Medical Certificate
vi. Long white folder
For transferees (One who, prior to application for admission to a college in the
University, has been enrolled in a post-secondary education course in another
institution):
i. 2 copies of Transcript of Records (original and authenticated)
ii. Honorable Dismissal/Transfer Credentials
iii. Certificate of Good Moral Character
iv. Four (3) copies of 2” x 2” size picture in sky blue background
v. Original copy of NSO Birth Certificate
vi. Medical Certificate
vii. Long white folder
For Foreign Student (Additional Requirements)
i. Student Visa
ii. Photocopy of passport that supports the name, photo, birth date and
birthplace
Note: The Ateneo de Naga University accepts transferees only up to the junior year
since number of units equivalent to one year of academic residence is required
for an Ateneo diploma.
B. College Scholarship Program
The Ateneo de Naga University Scholarship Program offers various types of financial
assistance to deserving students depending on available slots and the scholarship
applicants’ course and need. These range from tuition assistance of P5,000 to a full
scholarship which covers students’ total assessment, board and lodging and book
expenses.
1. For incoming freshmen, the eligibility of applicants
is determined through:

a. Their performance in high school (Applicants
must be able to present a certification from the
Principal that they belong to the Top 20% of the
graduating class)
b. Their performance in the Scholarship Exam
(Applicantsmustmeetthecut-offforscholarship)
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2. For old students, eligibility is determined through:

a. TheirmostrecentScholasticReportCardortheirSummaryofGrades(Applicants
must present either document in order to procure a Scholarship Application
Form)
3. Eligible applicants are issued a Scholarship Application Form and interviewed on a
later date.
4. Scholarshipgranteesareselectedonthebasisofneedandscholasticability/academic
potential.
TheAteneodeNagaUniversityalsoacceptsscholarsofvariousgovernmentunitssuch
as grantees of the City Government of Naga; the Province and Congressional Districts of
Camarines Sur; CHED Grant-in-Aid Tulong Dunong Program, SAFE Scholarship Program,
Scholarship Full- Merit Program, Scholarship Half-Merit Program, and Study Now Pay
Later Program (SNPLP); Overseas Workers Welfare Administrator (OWWA-CMWSP) and
Department of Science and Technology (DOST).
Those whose schooling is funded by non-government institutions as well as through
some educational plans may also come to the University on such arrangement.
C. Medical and Dental Services
1. Medical Services

a. Consultation and treatment of minor cases and those
within the competence of the clinic.
b. Dispensing of first-aid medicines for headache, stomach ache, loose bowel
movement, and colds. As a rule, one dose of medicine is dispensed.
c. Treatment of minor injuries.
d. Referrals to hospitals of cases beyond the competence of the clinic.
e. Health counseling, including reproductive health counseling.
f. Annual medical examination of students and employees.
g. Supervision of sanitary conditions of the school canteens.
h. Dissemination of health information by means of lectures or flyers.
2. Dental Services
a. Dental consultation and treatment of cases within the competence of the
dental clinic.
b. Complete mouth examination
c. Dental health education.
d. First-aid medication for toothache and gum disease.
e. Temporary fillings, when indicated.
f. Tooth extraction, when indicated.
g. Emergency dental cases.
h. Referrals to dental clinics for other dental cases beyond the competence
of the clinic.
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D. Library
With excellent and state of the art services, the University Library has undoubtedly
developed into one of the best, if not the best academic library in the Bicol Region. The
O’Brien Library provides materials and tools that are adequate and necessary to support
the teaching, learning and research activities with print and electronic materials, needed
by the University’s academic community. Books, journals and electronic sources are
organized systematically, accurately and made accessible to patrons. It also provides
efficient guides, like computers for the retrieval of materials, and coupled with the
professional and active role of librarians, the library has become an ideal place for
teaching-learning process.

TheJamesO’BrienLibraryisthree-storeybuildingair-conditionedandfullyautomated
operations as well as its services. It opens Mondays to Fridays 7:30am to 7:30pm, and
Saturdays 8:00am - 5:00pm. Also, on Sundays, (before major examinations), 9:00am to
1:00pm. All students, faculty and staff are entitled to full borrowing privileges. Alumni and
outside researchers are also welcome to use the library. To avail of the books and services,
every user must present the validated and Barcoded School Identification Card.
1. Library Sections
a. Reference contains general and subject sources like encyclopedias,
dictionaries, handbooks, manuals, bibliographies, indexes,
abstracts,geographical sources, gazetteers, travel guides, directories,
etc. that provide brief answers to specific queries. Materials are used in
premises only.
b. Filipiniana houses books about the Philippines, written by Filipino and
foreignauthors.Theseareforroomuseonly.Bookswithmorethan2copies
can be loaned for overnight use starting 6 p.m. daily, to be returned the
following day at 8 a.m.
c. Circulationreferstotheservicingofthegeneralcollectionbooks.Thesemay
be borrowed for 7 days. A maximum of 5 books at a time can be borrowed
and they may be renewed if they are not demanded by other users. Fiction
books can be borrowed for 2 weeks. The library may suspend borrowing
privileges due to infraction of any library rule.
d. ReservematerialsaretheassignedreadingsofFacultyfortheirstudents.They
may be books, journal articles, etc., that are required and/or supplemental
readings. Use of reserve materials is limited for 2 hours only.
e. Multimedia Collection is the area where CD-ROMS, VHS tapes (movies
and documentary), newspapers in CD-ROM format, slides, transparencies,
audiocassette tapes, and maps are located. In addition, microfilms and
microfiches are also available.
f. Periodicals Section houses the serials, journals, magazine collection, and
similar materials of the library. These are for room use only,
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g. Special Collections Section contains mainly the Dr. Manuel Abella, Fr. Raul
J. Bonoan, S.J. collections, Raul Roco Collection and the Bikol and other rare
Philippine materials are also in this section.
h. Archives includes the official records, photographs, academic records
of students, student theses, memorabilia, school publications and other
documents that reflect the history and development of the Ateneo de
Naga University. Access to these materials requires permission from the
University Librarian.
2. Services and Facilities
a. The O’Brien Library has fully automated operations and services. Online
Public Access Catalog (OPAC), Computerized Circulation System, Security
Alarm System, Computerized Index to Philippine Periodicals Articles
(CIPPA), Internet Facilities, CD-ROMS and other Electronic Resources are
available.
b. There is a Viewing Room for Multimedia Collection that accommodates 10
students. For use of this room, advance reservation is required.
c. Photocopying machines are available at the 2nd floor of the Library.
d. The Library promotes its collections and disseminates information on
special events and activities through display boards and Library home
page http://adnulib.adnu.edu.ph.fd
3. Overdue Fines and Penalties
The Library imposes fines and penalties for infractions of library rules and
regulations. A fine of two pesos a day is charged on each overdue circulation
book, five pesos per hour for Reserve, Filipiniana or Reference book borrowed. All
borrowed books must be returned at the charging desk. Failure to do this will mean
continous charging of fines. Suspension or expulsion is the penalty for students who
deliberately mark, vandalize, mutilate or deface any books or library material. Theft
merits dismissal from the school.
E. Food Services
The University Cafeteria and the Coko Café serve meals and snacks during school
and office days. When requested, they also open on special occasions.
F. Student Publication
Both general student publications like The Pillars and more- specialized publications
like Kadunong, Coded, Swordbreaker, Psyche, etc. are vehicles of information and/or
specialized research and/or reflection. They are likewise vehicles of student growth in
thought, research and self-expression as well as in writing, literary and journalist skills.
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VI. FORMATION PROGRAMS

Ignatian Formation Center
Office of the Deputy AVP for Formation
The Ignatian Formation Center is responsible for promoting Ignatian Spirituality
among the members of the Ateneo de Naga University community: the administrators,
faculty and staff members, and students. It is further tasked to provide opportunities or
interventions to appropriate the mission and formative intents of the University.
Goals:
The Center has four major goals:
• ToprovidethemembersoftheUniversitycommunityopportunitiesforpersonal
growth and integration and move them to commit to serve the Kingdom of God
and His mission.
• To initiate the formation of a community where the members share a strong
sense of solidarity in living out the Ignatian ideals and charism.
• Toinstillagrowingappreciationofthevision,missionandgoalsof theUniversity
as a Catholic, Jesuit and Filipino institution functioning in the world.
• To serve as a resource for university initiatives on Ignatian Spirituality.
The Center has introduced five major program concentrations, as follows:
• Personal Spirituality. This focuses on the formation of the individual person,
as an embodied spirit; created in the image and likeness of God, and his/her
relationship with God. Ignatian Formation gives primacy to one’s personal
spiritual experience through which s/he would attain an inner freedom to
authentically respond to the love of God. In the same area, opportunities for
knowing one’s self and one’s vocation are given a special attention with the
belief that the understanding of one’s person is essential to the growth
in one’s faith life or spirituality.
• Community / Institutional Spirituality. This focuses on the formation of
the person, as a social being, and member and educator of the Ateneo de Naga
University community, and his relationship with others. S/he is called to love
and live his/her life with others, and respond to the Kingdom as a Christian in
community as a Church. S/he is expected to exhibit a deep familiarity with the
charism and core values of Jesuit education and share the same passion in the
visionandmissionoftheUniversityandinsodoingcontinuethe‘Jesuittradition’
of education and achieve the institutional goal to form ‘men and women for
others’ who will find God in all things and seek to serve first God’s Kingdom.
• Work/Teaching Spirituality. This focuses on the formation of the person,
as a teacher or as a staff member, or in whatever occupation or status the
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employee may presently be. This formation is envisioned to enable him/her
to develop the qualities of mind and heart to aspire to excel at each stage of
life, i.e., as a teacher/staff member, commit himself/herself to remain effective
educator who is appropriately equipped with the necessary pedagogical
methods and techniques, and responsible for his/her continuing formation and
development.
• Student Spirituality. This focuses on the formation of the person of the student,
in his/her present status as a learner. This formation is envisioned to enable
him/her to develop the qualities of mind and heart to aspire to excel at each
phase of his/her student life, i.e., as a student, dedicates himself/herself to
fulfill his/her duties to study and gain the necessary knowledge, experience
and competence of his/her academic discipline.
• Social Spirituality. This focuses on the formation of the person and his/her
relationship with the society and the world. As a human person, s/he is called to
take active part in the shaping and building of his/her world in such a manner
that the Kingdom of God reigns. As St. Ignatius puts it (in SE #230), love ought
to manifest itself in deeds rather than in words, and (in SE #231) that love
consists in a mutual sharing of goods. This program provides opportunities for
the Atenean to share his/her gifts not just to his/her immediate family but to
the bigger world as well, especially the poor.
Some Activities
• Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in different formats --
- 5- or 8- or 30-day Directed Retreat
- 19th Annotation Retreat
- Weekend Silent Retreat
- Day of Recollection
• Prayer workshops
• Conversations on the themes of Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
• Series of Thematic Seminars on Spirituality
• Praise and Worship Activities --
- Holy Hours
- Community Masses
• Ignatiana Celebration
• Series of Psycho Spiritual Integration Workshops
• Ignatian Circle/Prayer Group Sessions
• Series of Thematic Seminars on Catholic Social Teaching (CSTs)
• Lecture Series on Church Encyclicals
• Jesuit Education (JE) Theme LectureUpdates/Workshops
• Colloquium in the Ministry of Teaching
• Training and Formation of Volunteers
• Orientation Program for Students and Employees
• Theological Reflections and Study Sessions
• Involvements/Participation in Advocacies/Efforts relating to national issues
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