Meeting Attendees
CAEc Local Council Members
- Jennifer E. Hinlo, CAEc Dean
- Dr. Ivee Fuerzas, Associate Dean
- Dr. Ronald D. Estrada, Program Head
- Dr. Roperto S. Deluna, Jr.
- Atty. Karlo Martin C. Caramugan , Extension Head
- Dr. Michael L. Ayala, Local Council Advisor
- Ms. Rizamae S. Palen, Quality Assurance Head
- Ms. Elizabeth Visca, Public Affairs Coordinator
- Dr. Christopher D. Balubayan, Faculty
Office of University Registrar (OUR) Representatives
- Director Dr. Fedelisi Bonocan
- Ms. Nimfa Maniscan
- Mr. Kurt Russel Arabejo
- Mr. Bryle Alfanta
- Ms. Jennifer Mamac
CAEc Staff
- Lyra Mae Erine
Meeting Summary
The College of Applied Economics Local Academic Council meeting focused on reviewing candidates for graduation across undergraduate and graduate programs. The council approved a total of 76 undergraduate candidates, including 30 for Development Economics, 29 for Monetary and Financial Economics, and 17 for Resource and Environmental Economics. For graduate school, three candidates were approved for Master of Economics and four for Master of Science in Econometrics. The council also confirmed 27 candidates for Latin honors, with 16 from Monetary and Financial Economics and three from Resource and Environmental Economics. Several cases involving transfer students and residency requirements were discussed, with clarification provided on policies regarding minimum unit requirements and transcript validation. The conversation ended with the endorsement of the graduation candidates list for further review by the Academic Council.
Next steps
- CAEc_R.Estrada: Send the final list of candidates for graduation (undergraduate and graduate) and honors to the Academic Council for endorsement.
- OUR_Bryle/OUR Team: Ensure all candidates' applications for graduation are complete and received, especially for graduate school candidates, by the set deadline (around Friday, 27th).
- Advisors/Program Head: Monitor and follow up on undergraduate students (e.g., Binondo, Alvios) and graduate students (e.g., Matildo, Serano) who have pending thesis/practicum requirements, especially those who may need to take a refresher or extend to summer.
- OUR_Bryle/OUR Team: Update the system to reflect correct subject codes (e.g., ECON 400) for students who mistakenly enrolled in the wrong course number during online enrollment.
- CAEc_Jennifer/CAEc_R.Estrada: Double check and clarify the policy regarding the minimum 123 units for Latin honors, including validation of transferred credits, and communicate this in the next orientation.
- Advisors/Program Head: Ensure that graduate students who have exceeded residency but have not completed thesis (e.g., Wilson) are advised on the appropriate next steps (e.g., dismissal or refresher).
- CAEc_Jennifer/CAEc_R.Estrada: Communicate to all concerned the correct timeline for graduation (June 26 for transcript/graduation status, September 11 for ceremony) and ensure all requirements are met by candidates before the ceremony.
- OUR_Bryle/OUR Team: Monitor and validate that all candidates for honors meet the 123-unit requirement and have no underload semesters exceeding policy limits.
- CAEc_Jennifer/CAEc_R.Estrada: Update and communicate to faculty and students any new or existing policies regarding transfer credits, unit requirements, and Latin honors eligibility.
Graduation Candidates Review Meeting
The College of Applied Economics Local Academic Council meeting was held online due to weather advisory, with 9 members present. The meeting began with a prayer led by Jennifer Hinlo, followed by the acknowledgment of attendees including the Dean Jennifer Hinlo, Associate Dean Ivee Fuerzas, Program Head Ronald Estrada, and other council members. The main agenda was to present candidates for graduation at the undergraduate and graduate school level for the second semester of the 2025-2026 academic year.
Economics Graduation Candidates Review
The meeting discussed the graduation candidates for the integrated program in economics, with a total of 76 candidates across three specializations: 29 for Development Economics, 31 for Monetary and Financial Economics, and 17 for Resource and Environmental Economics. The participants reviewed the candidates' names and their current enrollment status in thesis or practicum. Jennifer shared a Google Drive link containing evaluation forms, and Bryle inquired about the status of some candidates. The conversation ended with a brief discussion about registration and compliance issues.
Thesis and Proposal Evaluation Meeting
The meeting focused on the evaluation of a thesis and a proposal, with Bryle discussing the evaluation with Sir Kay and highlighting issues with INC. Jennifer shared a Google Drive link containing the proposal and related documents. Ronald and Jennifer reviewed the proposal, discussing ownership and registration details. The conversation ended with Ronald providing feedback on the proposal and expressing appreciation for the work done.
Student Enrollment and Thesis Review
The meeting discussed the enrollment and thesis proposal status of students, focusing on issues with course registration and curriculum alignment. Jennifer and Lyra addressed concerns about students enrolling in incorrect courses and the need to evaluate and validate their thesis proposals. They agreed to change the subject in the system and noted that students have a maximum residency period of six years. The group also touched on the possibility of students completing their thesis in summer or the first semester of the following year.
Student Enrollment and Graduation Updates
The meeting focused on discussing student enrollment and graduation statistics for various programs. Bryle provided information on current enrollments and graduation candidates, including totals for DE, REE, and MFE programs. Estrada and Jennifer addressed concerns about thesis proposals and grade reflections in the system. The group also discussed the need for updates and clarifications on course names and codes.
Graduate Economics Candidate Status Review
The meeting discussed the status of graduate school candidates for the Master of Science in Economics and Econometrics programs. The participants reviewed the number of candidates, their standing, and any pending requirements such as final proposals or applications for graduation. They clarified that some candidates needed to submit applications for graduation and discussed the deadline for these submissions. The meeting also touched on the status of a candidate named Matildo, who had recently become eligible for graduation after enrolling in a previous semester.
Economics Graduation Honors Review
The meeting discussed the candidates for graduation with honors in Economics, including the number of students in each specialization and their corresponding grades. Bryle and Estrada reviewed the grades of individual students, while Jennifer provided information on the policy for transferring credits and the requirements for Latin honors. They also discussed the summary of candidates for Latin honors in the MFE program, noting the irregular load of some students.
Graduation Candidates Review Meeting
The meeting discussed the graduation candidates and their status, focusing on thesis completion and honors. Ronald presented the list of 76 undergraduate candidates and 7 graduate school candidates, including honors recipients. Jennifer requested clarification on graduation dates and ceremony timing. The council agreed to endorse the candidates for graduation, pending compliance with specified requirements. The conversation ended with plans for a photo opportunity.
Cum Laude Graduation Policy Review
The meeting discussed concerns about the policy on minimum units required for graduation, particularly the 123-unit requirement for cum laude status. Participants reviewed a student's transcript and determined that the student was underloaded, which could affect their ability to graduate with honors. The group also addressed issues related to transfer students and the interpretation of policies. They agreed to double-check the policy and consider the implications for students who may be affected by these requirements.
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