PREAMBLE

We, the students of the College of Business and Accountancy of the University of Negros
Occidental- Recoletos, Bacolod City, to fully realize our purpose, do hereby adopt and establish
this constitution as a guiding instrument of our organization that shall exemplify our policies,
uphold our moral responsibility, improve our communal and political responsiveness, and
perpetuate the over-all prosperity of the College of Business and Accountancy student body by
creating harmonious relationship among the College of Business and Accountancy students,
faculty, and the University administration through love, righteousness, tranquillity, liberty, and
equality in the spirit of democracy.
 ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

Section 1. This organization shall be officially known as the COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND
ACCOUNTANCY STUDENT COUNCIL. It shall be referred to as the CBA-SC in its
abbreviated form. By this title or abbreviation shall this organization be called for all intents and
purposes.

ARTICLE II. NAME AND DOMICILE

Section 1. CBA-SC shall be domiciled at the College of Business and Accountancy Student
Council Office, located at Our Lady of Consolation building, fronting Father Mauricio Ferrero
building, University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, Lizares Avenue, 6100, Bacolod City,
Negros Occidental, Philippines.

ARTICLE III. COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY –

STUDENT COUNCIL

Section 1. Vision Statement

The University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, College of Business and Accountancy-Student

Council envisions to support the college vision of building a morally upright and competitive
scholars who are equipped with knowledge and Marian moral in their future endeavors. As an
outstanding governing student-body organization that upholds commitment to serve for the
welfare of the College of Business and Accountancy students.

Section 2. Mission Statement

The University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, College of Business and Accountancy Student

Council commits itself:
a. To unify the College of Business and Accountancy student- body;
b. To accord service for the students of College of Business and Accountancy;
c. To protect the right of each students to ensure that they are given is due to them in
accordance with the Student’s charter and the Law of the Land.
d. To promote student well-being and create projects for the welfare and development of
the students;
e. To provide students assistance;
f. To help organizations as associated with the endeavor of the University to work
collaboratively in aiding other communities; and
g. To partake in social transformation in order to heighten the student’s sense of patriotism
to produce a more responsive and committed citizens of the country.

ARTICLE IV: ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS OF THE COLLEGE

OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

Section 1. The College of Business and Accountancy has five Academic Organizations namely
the (JPIA) Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants, (SYAT) Society of Young Accounting
Technologists, (JPMA) Junior Philippine Marketing Association, (JBAP) Junior Bankers
Association of the Philippines, (HATS) Hospitality and Tourism Society.

Section 2. JPIA or Junior Philippine Institute of Accountants, in this organization, members

must have completed their First Year Academic Requirements in Bachelor of Science in
Accountancy.

Section 3. SYAT or Society of Young Accounting Technologists, in this organization, members

must have completed their First Year Academic Requirements in Bachelor of Science in
Accounting Technology.

Section 4. JPMA or Junior Philippine Marketing Association, in this organization, must have
completed their First Year Academic Requirements in Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration major in Marketing Management and Business Management.

Section 5. JBAP or Junior Bankers Association of the Philippines, in this organization, must
have completed their First Year Academic Requirements in Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration major in Banking.

Section 6. HATS or Hospitality and Tourism Society, in this organization, must have completed
their First Year Academic Requirement in Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and
Tourism Management.

Section 7. The main objectives of the Student Academic Organizations:

a. To support the Core Values, Mission, and Vision of the programs or curriculum
implemented;
b. To provide effective student input into field of accountants and businessmen;
c. To promote the advancement of education by providing student activities wherein they
can learn on;
d. To inspire students to assume techniques and strategies that they may use in the field of
accountants and businessmen;
e. To enhance the capabilities of the students in their field of specialization;
f. To work in partnership with other student organizations; and
g. To promote their involvement in the advancement of their educational learning in the
field of accountants and businessmen.

Section 8. The Student Academic Organizations must have their Organization President elected
by their bona fide members, or in a special case, must be appointed by their Academic
Department Head, and approved/suggested by the College Dean.

Section 9. The Student Academic Organization Presidents shall have vested power to create
other positions necessary for their organizations.

Section 10. The Student Academic Organization Presidents shall report directly to the Governor
of CBA-SC.

Section 11. In the event of an additional program, this particular program shall form its
organization as approved by the Dean and the Director of Student Affairs.

Section 12. The said academic organizations shall be the local unit of the CBA-SC.

ARTICLE V: POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE UNO-R COLLEGE

OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY
Section 1. CBA-SC shall be the highest governing body of the students in the College of
Business and Accountancy.

Section 2. CBA-SC shall organize and implement activities, programs, and events consistent
with the genuine interest of the student body.

Section 3. CBA-SC shall have the primary responsibility of voicing out student concern and
representing the student body of the College of Business and Accountancy to the College
Administration.

Section 4. CBA-SC shall plan and implement policies and regulation aimed at the protection and
promotion of student rights and welfare.

Section 5. CBA-SC shall create Committees and Departments necessary to address the needs and
concerns of the student body and its Government.

Section 6. CBA-SC shall assist in the coordination of all Academic Organizations and in the
organization of their functions whenever requested.

Section 7. CBA-SC shall turn over all pertinent documents to the succeeding administration.

Section 8. CBA-SC shall regularly publish its accomplishment and financial reports at the end of
every semester, including the summer term to the Director of Student Affairs, herein after
referred to as the Director.

Section 9. CBA-SC shall make recommendations, as necessary to the College Administration

regarding student policies, activities, and affairs.

Section 10. CBA-SC shall exercise additional powers as may be conferred from time to time by
the student body, or as granted by the College consistent with the articles of this Constitution,
pertinent laws, and University policy.

Section 11. CBA-SC shall uphold this Charter.

ARTICLE VI. THE EXECUTIVE BODY

Section 1. Executive power shall be vested to the Governor of CBA-SC with the assistance of
the Vice-Governor and the Council Officers.

Section 2. The Governor and the Vice Governor shall be elected by direct vote of the students.

Section 3. The Governor and the Vice Governor shall not hold any other positions in any
recognized Campus Organization to avoid conflict of interest.

Section 4. The Governor and the Vice Governor shall assume office at first day of June until last
day of May of the Academic Year.

Section 5. Should the Governor–elect be held ineligible for the position, the Vice Governor-elect
shall become the Governor until a valid Governor be chosen.
 Section 6. In the temporary vacancy of the office of the Governor due to illness, temporary
incapacity, or other reasons, the Vice Governor shall temporarily take the position of the
Governor, with his/her written consent if possible. The Governor shall assume again his/her
office upon his/her return.

Section 7. In the event of permanent vacancy due to incapacity, death, removal from office, or
resignation, the Vice Governor shall automatically become the Governor. The Law of Succession
shall be applied as follows:

a.) Governor
b.) Vice Governor
c.) Chairman of the Board

Section 8. The permanent offices in the Cabinet are as follows:

a.) Executive Secretary

b.) Deputy Secretary
c.) Executive Treasurer
d.) Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance
e.) Auditor
f.) Bookkeeper
g.) Executive Secretary for Logistics
h.) Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs
i.) Executive Secretary for External Affairs
j.) Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs
Diversify k.) Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs
l.) Executive Secretary for Sports
Diversify m.) Deputy Secretary for Sports
n.) Executive Secretary for Academics and Religious
o.) Creative Directors
p.) Technical Officers
q.) Documentation Officer

Section 9. The Governor shall appoint the heads of the executive department and other offices.
The number of cabinet secretaries varies from time to time depending on the need of an administration. The
Governor may create or dissolve any department as they sees fit.

Section 10. The Governor shall choose, with the approval by two-thirds (2/3) of the Council
Officers assembled in quorum, one (1) adviser who shall serve at an advisory capacity to CBA-
SC.

ARTICLE VII: QUALIFICATIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND

LIMITATIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE BODY AND THE ADVISERS

Section 1. Qualifications of the Governor

The Governor must:

a. Be a bona fide 4th-year standing of the College of Business and Accountancy student of
UNO-R with a minimum load of eighteen (18) units in the semester preceding the
elections;
 b. Have a residency of at least four (4) consecutive regular semesters in UNO-R prior to the
election;
c. Have no failed (F) or dropped (D) marks in all subjects in the semester preceding the
elections; and
d. Have no record of any major offenses in the DSA.

Section 2. Responsibilities and Duties of the Governor

The Governor shall:

a. Be the Chief Executive Officer of CBA-SC;
b. Be the Official Spokesperson of CBA-SC at any function, meeting, or assembly, unless
otherwise delegated to another CBA-SC officer in writing;
c. Control the overall budget;
d. Have the power to approve veto policies, programs, projects, and budget proposals;
e. Preside over the meetings with the Cabinet.
f. Monitor and oversee the activities of the Academic Organizations;
g. Monitor the performance of all CBA-SC Officers; and
h. Ensure that CBA-SC addresses the concerns of the student body.

Section 3. Limitations of the Governor

The Governor cannot:

a. Create resolutions;
b. Intervene in the Board Sessions, unless attendance is required to do so; and
c. Hold the account and the overall budget.

Section 4. Qualifications of the Vice Governor

The Vice Governor must:

a. Be a bona fide of UNO-R with a minimum load of eighteen (18) units;
b. Have a residency of at least four (4) consecutive regular semesters in UNO-R prior to the
election;
c. Have no record of any major offenses in the University.

Section 5. Responsibilities of the Vice Governor

The Vice Governor shall:

a. Report directly to the Governor;
b. Call and preside the Board Sessions;
c. Preside over the meetings with the Board Members;
d. Assume the duties and responsibilities of the Governor during temporary vacancy or as
directed by the Governor;
e. Assume the office of the Governor during permanent vacancy; and
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 6. Limitations of the Vice Governor

The Vice Governor cannot:

a. Sign contract without the permission of the Governor prior to the signing;
 b. Approve policies, programs, projects, and budget proposals without permission of the
Governor;
c. Replace the Governor without having valid grounds; and
d. Replace a Board Member.

Section 7. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary

The Executive Secretary must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must be a former council officer;
c. Have good academic record; and
d. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 8. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary

The Executive Secretary shall:

a. File all Executive documents;
b. Record data on all joint sessions or in special case, courtesy call of the Dean, DSA,
UNORSSGO, Academic Office, and/or President’s Office;
c. Release official letters especially from the Governor;
d. Check attendances during joint sessions and other meetings;
e. Delivers all official letters of the CBA-SC;
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor; and
g. Attest the Enactment Clause.

Section 9. Limitations of the Executive Secretary

The Executive Secretary cannot:

a. Replace the Governor unless predetermined;
b. Sign Contracts;
c. Intervene with the Governor's decisions; and
d. Create resolutions.

Section 10. Qualifications of the Deputy Secretary

The Deputy Secretary must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 11. Responsibilities of the Deputy Secretary

The Deputy Secretary shall:

a. File all documents with the Executive Secretary;
b. Record data on all joint sessions or in special case, courtesy call of the Dean, DSA,
UNORSSGO, Academic Office, and/or President’s Office in case of absence of the
Executive Secretary;
c. Release official letters especially from the Governor in case of the absence of the
Executive Secretary;
 d. Check attendances during joint sessions and other meetings;
e. Delivers all official letters of the CBA-SC in case of the absence of the Executive
Secretary;
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor; and
g. Inform officials for sessions.

Section 12. Limitations of the Deputy Secretary

The Deputy Secretary cannot:

a. Replace the Governor unless predetermined;
b. Sign Contracts;
c. Intervene with the Governor's decisions; and
d. Create resolutions.

Section 13. Qualifications of the Executive Treasurer

The Executive Treasurer must:
a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 14. Responsibilities of the Executive Treasurer

The Executive Treasurer shall:

a. Hold the Over-all Budget;
b. Release budgets to CBA-SC Officers with the consent of the Governor;
c. Check liquidations;
d. Help prepare the over-all cash flow; and
e. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 15. Limitations of the Executive Treasurer

The Executive Treasurer cannot:

a. Replace the Governor unless predetermined;
b. Allot budget unless predetermined;
c. Impend releasing of budget; and
d. Release budget without the approval of the Governor; and
e. Keep all the records of financial affairs of the CBA-SC;

Section 13. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance

The Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance must:

d. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
e. Have good academic record; and
f. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 14. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance

The Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance shall:

f. Hold the Over-all Budget;
 g. Manage the finances of CBA-SC;
h. Examine, approve, and release budgets to CBA-SC Officers with the consent of the
Governor;
i. Sign and give official receipt;
j. Keep acknowledgement and voucher;
k. Check liquidations;
l. Prepare semestral financial report;
m. Present semestral financial report after audited by the CBA-SC Auditor;
n. Prepare the over-all cash flow;
o. Plan and implement fundraising activities; and
p. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 15. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance

The Executive Secretary for Budget and Finance cannot:

f. Replace the Governor unless predetermined;
g. Allot budget unless predetermined;
h. Impend releasing of budget; and
i. Release budget without the approval of the Governor.

Section 16. Qualifications of the Auditor

The Auditor must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 17. Responsibilities of the Auditor

The Auditor shall:

a. Examine and audit accounts pertaining to the receipts and expenditures and use of funds;
b. Assess all office supplies and materials;
c. Verify liquidations;
d. Establish the deadline of submission of financial records; and
e. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 18. Limitations of the Auditor

The Auditor cannot:

a. Intervene with the decision-making as to the use of money; and
b. Replace the Executive Secretary for Finance or Executive Treasurer.

Section 19. Qualifications of the Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and;
c. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.
Section 20. Responsibilities of the Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper shall:

a. Keep all the records of financial affairs of the CBA-SC;
b. Examine and liquidate all the financial transactions of CBA-SC; and
c. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 21. Limitations of the Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper cannot:

a. Intervene with the decision-making as to the use of money; and
b. Replace the Executive Secretary for Finance or Executive Treasurer.

Section 22. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Logistics

The Executive Secretary for Logistics must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R:
b. Must know where to book venues and equipment;
c. Must have good academic record; and
d. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 23. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Logistics

The Executive Secretary for Logistics shall:

a. Oversee the physical plan of events organized or lead by CBA-SC;
b. Book venues and equipment for the CBA-SC in the conduct of activities;
c. Organize volunteers for physical effort required during CBA-SC activities; and
d. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 24. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Logistics

The Executive Secretary for Logistics cannot:

a. Replace the Executive Secretary for Internal and External Affairs unless predetermined;
and
b. Create official letter unless made by the Executive Secretary and approved by the
Governor.

Section 25. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R:
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 26. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs shall:

a. Facilitate over-all information dissemination;
 b. Hold the CBA-SC social media platforms;
c. Inform the College of Business and Accountancy students about the current activities of
the Council, UNORSSGO, College, and the University;
d. Inform officers for joint session and other meetings;
e. Update information from the Council; and
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 27. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Internal Affairs cannot:

a. Intervene with the decision-making as to the use of money.
b. Post or Share a post in CBA-SC social media platforms without the consent of the
Governor.
c. Legislate.

Section 28. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary of External Affairs

The Executive Secretary of External Affairs must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R:
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 29. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for External Affairs

The Executive Secretary for External Affairs shall:

a. Represent CBA-SC in the conduct of transactions to entities outside the University;
b. Send and receive documents pertaining to coordination with the external entities, external
sponsorships, and other such matters on behalf of CBA-SC;
c. Serve as the liaison between CBA-SC and any external entity with any type of transaction
to CBA-SC;
d. Manages all transactions pertaining to programs and projects for business affairs;
e. Manages Community Extension; and
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 30. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for External Affairs

The Executive Secretary for External Affairs cannot:

a. Replace the Executive Secretary unless predetermined.
b. Sign contracts without the consent of the Governor.

Section 31. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 32. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs shall:
a. Plan and direct all Non-Academic and Cultural activities;
b. Implement all Non-Academic and Cultural activities;
c. Execute Non-Academic and Cultural activities; and
d. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 33. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs cannot:

a. Legislate.
b. Participate in CBA Day.

Section 34. Qualifications of the Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs must:

c. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
d. Composed of (3) diverse talents;
e. Have good academic record; and
f. Be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by the
DSA.

Section 35. Responsibilities of the Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs shall:

a. Plan and direct all Non-Academic and Cultural activities with/or in absence of the
Executive Secretary for Cultural Affairs;
b. Implement all Non-Academic and Cultural activities with/or in absence of the Executive
Secretary for Cultural Affairs;
c. Execute Non-Academic and Cultural activities with/or in absence of the Executive
Secretary for Cultural Affairs; and
d. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 36. Limitations of the Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs

The Deputy Secretary for Cultural Affairs cannot:

a. Legislate.
b. Participate in CBA Day

Section 37. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Sports

The Executive Secretary for Sports must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 38. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Sports

The Executive Secretary for Sports shall:

a. Plan and direct all Sports activities;
b. Implement all Sports activities;
 c. Execute all sports activities; and
d. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 39. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Sports

The Executive Secretary for Sports cannot:

a. Legislate.

Section 37. Qualifications of the Deputy Secretary for Sports

The Deputy Secretary for Sports must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Composed of (3) diverse players;
c. Must have good academic record; and
d. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 38. Responsibilities of the Deputy Secretary for Sports

The Deputy Secretary for Sports shall:

a. Plan and direct all Sports activities with/or in absence of Executive Secretary for Sports;
b. Implement all Sports activities with/or in absence of Executive Secretary for Sports;
c. Execute all sports activities with/or in absence of Executive Secretary for Sports; and
d. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 39. Limitations of the Deputy Secretary for Sports

The Deputy Secretary for Sports cannot:

a. Legislate.

Section 40. Qualifications of the Executive Secretary for Religious Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Religious Affairs must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 41. Responsibilities of the Executive Secretary for Academics and Religious Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Religious Affairs shall:

a. Plan and direct Academic and Religious activities;
b. Implement programs concerning Academic and Religious activities;
c. Execute programs and projects concerning Academic and Religious activities;
d. Serve as the liaison between CBA-SC and the Campus Ministry Office and/or the
Religious Education Department; and
e. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 42. Limitations of the Executive Secretary for Religious Affairs

The Executive Secretary for Religious Affairs cannot:
a. Intervene with the activities of the Academic Organizations; and
b. Legislate.

Section 43. Qualifications of the Creative Directors

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must have knowledge and skills in graphic designing;
c. Must have good academic record; and
d. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 44. Responsibilities of the Creative Directors

The Creative Director shall:

a. Handle all graphic designs for announcements…
b. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.
Section 45. Limitations of the Creative Directors

The Creative Directors cannot:

a. Legislate.

Section 43. Qualifications of the Technical Officer

The Technical Officer must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.

Section 44. Responsibilities of the Technical Officer

The Technical Officer shall:

a. Plan and direct all technical activities;
b. Execute all technical functions;
c. Handle all technical difficulties during activities;
d. Supervise all technical equipment before, during and after all activities; and
e. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 45. Limitations of the Technical Officer

The Technical Officer cannot:

a. Legislate.

Section 43. Qualifications of the Documentation Officer

The Documentation Officer must:

a. Be a bona fide of the College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Must have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Governor, approved by the College Dean, and recognized by
the DSA.
Section 44. Responsibilities of the Documentation Officer

The Documentation Officer shall:

a. ….; and
b. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Governor.

Section 45. Limitations of the Documentation Officer

The Documentation Officer cannot:

a. Legislate.

Section 46. There shall be a maximum of one Council Adviser.

Section 47. The adviser shall be given a specific role depending on the role set by the Governor.

Section 48. The name of the adviser shall be submitted to the office of the college Dean.

ARTICLE VIII. THE LEGISLATIVE BODY

Section 1. Legislative power shall be vested to the CBA-SC Board Members.

Section 2. The Legislative Body shall be composed of eight (7) members who shall be elected at
large by the qualified voters of the College of Business and Accountancy.

Section 3. The Board Members shall assume office at the first day of June and last day of May of
the Academic Year.

Section 4. Board Members shall nominate and elect the Chairman of the Board Members.

Section 5. Board Members shall appoint the Co-chairman of the Board Members.

Section 6. Each of the Board members shall be given one assigned committee as follows:

a) Chairman
b) Cultural Affairs Committee
c) Sports Committee
d) Academic & Religious Committee
e) Internal & Public Relations Committee
f) Creative and Technical Committee
g) Business & External Relations Committee

Section 6. In the event of vacancy of one of the positions of the Board Members, the Chairman
of the board shall take charge of nominating perspective nominees for which the Governor shall
choose.

Section 7. The task of making resolutions for the benefit of the College of Business and
Accountancy, CBA-SC and the students shall be shouldered by the CBA-SC Board Members.
Section 11. In the event that there is less than two (2) candidates for election of board member,
the executive council shall select one among endorsed by Academic Organization to complete
the list.

ARTICLE IX. QUALIFICATIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND

LIMITATIONS OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODY

Section 1. Qualifications of the Chairman of the board

The Chairman of the board must:

a. Be a bona fide College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Be officially enrolled in any programs offered by the University with a minimum
academic load of eighteen (18) units;
c. Have no failing grade (F) or dropped mark (D) in the semester preceding the election;
d. Have not received any major offenses in the University; and
e. Be elected as Board Member by the direct votes of CBA students.

Section 2. Responsibilities of the Chairman of the board

The Chairman of the board shall:

a. Report directly to the Vice Governor;
b. Preside Board Session in case of the absence of the Vice Governor;
c. Replace the Vice Governor in case of resignation, death, impeachment, and/or removal;
d. Legislate resolutions;
e. Impeach officers as predetermined violations; and
f. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Vice Governor.

Section 3. Limitations of the Chairman of the board

The Chairman of the board cannot:

a. Intervene with the Governor’s decisions; and
b. Sign contracts.

Section 4. Qualifications of the Co-chairman

The Co-chairman must:

a. Be a bona fide College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Must be appointed by the Board Members with the consent of the Governor, approved by
the College Dean, and recognized by the DSA.

Section 5. Responsibilities of the Co-Chairman

The Co-chairman shall:

a. Release update for approved resolutions;
b. Deliver letters & resolutions from the board;
c. Assist the Chairman of the board;
d. Inform the Board members of the sessions; and
 e. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Board Chairman;

Section 6. Limitations of the Co-Chairman

The Co-chairman cannot:
a. Replace the Chairman of the board unless predetermined;
b. Interfere with the Board decisions; and
c. Sign contracts unless predetermined.

Section 7. Qualifications of the Board Members

The Board Members must:

a. Be a bona fide College of Business and Accountancy student of UNO-R;
b. Have good academic record; and
c. Must be elected or in a special case, must be appointed by the Governor,
approved/suggested by the College Dean, and recognized by the DSA.

Section 8. Responsibilities of the Board Members

The Board Members shall:

a. Legislate resolutions in accordance with the committee they are assigned;
b. Impeach officers as predetermined violations; and
c. Perform such other duties and functions as directed by the Board Chairman.

Section 9. Limitations of the Board Members

The Board Members cannot:

c. Replace Vice Governor unless predetermined;
d. Intervene with the Governor’s decisions; and
e. Sign contracts.

ARTICLE X: ACCOUNTABILITY OF OFFICERS

Section 1. All student council officer must be, at all times, set an example to their fellow CBA
students. They must be guided by the core values and excellence of UNO-R. Their disposition as
leaders of the college must be equipped with strong passion and willingness to serve the CBA
student body.

Section 2. Any gross abandonment of responsibilities, grave offenses (as defined in the Student’s
Manual), malversation of council finances, and misrepresentation of the name of UNO-R shall
be liable to disciplinary actions.

ARTICLE XI: PROVISIONS FOR IMPEACHMENT &

TERMINATION FROM OFFICE

Section 1. The CBA-SC officer/s shall be disqualified to continue holding office on any of the
following cases:
a.) Failure to pass all subjects enrolled during his term;
 b.) Irregular and infrequent attendance;
c.) Consecutive absences without valid excuse;
d.) Failure to perform office duty;
e.) Unauthorized representation of CBA-SC in any event or proceedings;
f.) Guilty of committing grave offenses (as mentioned on the Student’s Manual); and
g.) Guilty of any criminal act by a regular court.

Section 2. A resolution disqualifying a CBA-SC officer/s shall be signed by the remaining

officers and be passed to the Department of Students Affairs office.

The Board Members shall determine the minimum and maximum penalties applicable to the
aforementioned.

Section 3. Any officer violating any provision of the offenses mentioned in this Article shall be
subjected to investigation and observance of due processes.

Section 4. Complaints involving impeachment and termination of office shall be passed to the
Chairman of the Board.

Section 5. All CBA-SC officer/s shall be subject for impeachment under any of the following
cases:
a) Malversation and misappropriation of funds;
b) Culpable violation of CBA-SC constitution;
c) Gross inability to perform tasks and responsibilities as per stated in the CBA-SC
constitution; and
d) Misstatement of reports.

Section 6. The Chairman of the Board will investigate the alleged violation of the respondent. It
shall serve as the investigative arm of CBA-SC in the event of violations against this constitution
and any resolution, bill, and law passed by the Board Members.

Section 7. The Chairman of the Board shall then ask the Associate Justice to convene the Board
as an Impeachment Court, which shall serve as the Judiciary arm of CBA-SC in the proceedings
involving the impeachment and termination of office. It shall be presided over by the Associate
Justice.

Section 8. The respondent shall have no right to vote in any of the disciplinary proceedings.
However, he shall be given the right to defend himself during a hearing set by the Board
Members.

Section 9. If the respondent was proven guilty, an affirmative vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the
Board Members shall be required to terminate the former.

Section 10. However, if the respondent has been proven to commit more than one major offense,
Section 6 of this Article shall no longer be required and an automatic termination shall be
ascertained by the Governor.

Section 11. Impeachment proceedings shall only be applicable to elected members of CBA-SC.
Appointed members will have their offices terminated as directed by the Governor.

Section 12. The appeal shall be filed within ten (10) working days from the notice of judgment
appealed from.
Section 13. The notice of appeal shall indicate the parties to the appeal, specify the judgment or
part thereof appealed from, and state the material dates showing the timeliness of the appeal.

Section 14. The decision shall be final and a copy of the proceedings shall be furnished to the
Director of Student Affairs and the Dean at most a week after the promulgation of the decision.

Section 15. The failure of the appellant to comply with any of the foregoing requirements,
regarding the contents of and the documents which should accompany the appeal and timeliness
of the appeal shall be sufficient grounds for the dismissal thereof.

Section 16. The execution of judgment of impeachment shall not be stopped by the filing of
appeal to the Magistrate

ARTICLE XII: VACANCY PROVISIONS

Section 1. There shall be a transitory period of one (1) summer term between the incumbent
officers and the newly elected officers of the CBA-SC.

Executive power still lies with the incumbent officers and the newly elected officers may only
exercise power relevant to preparations for the succeeding term.

Section 2. There is a permanent vacancy when the office of a CBA-SC officer is neglected by
reasons of death, resignation, and impeachment, expulsion from the University, permanent
illness, and transfer to other institutions or cessation of academic life due to work, financial
problems or the like.

Section 3. There is temporary vacancy when the office of a CBA-SC officer is neglected by
reasons of curable illness, temporary mental or physical incapacity, personal affairs, or any other
reason that leaves the possibility of resuming official duties before the expiration of term.

Section 4. Temporary vacancies in other offices shall be occupied by officers in positions

equivalent to a second in command or remain in vacancy until such a time that the officers can
resume their duties.

Section 5. Permanent vacancies in the offices of appointed officials shall be occupied by any
valid student appointed by the Governor.

Section 6. Resignation from any CBA-SC office shall be submitted in printed form to the
Executive Secretary and addressed to the Governor. Should it be the Executive Secretary wishing
to resign, such resignation letter shall be passed directly to the Governor .The Governor can’t
reject such resignation if given reasons are valid.

ARTICLE XIII: FINANCIAL PROCESS

Section 1. The CBA-SC Fund shall come from a fixed contribution of every student enrolled
during current school year and other sources derived from approved fund raising projects.

Section 2. The officers shall follow the procedure as stated in this charters.
 a. Budget proposal to be passed on or before the third day to the Executive Secretary
for Finance after the giving of Committee.
b. Use the money for the intended purposes.
c. Secure the (rights) receipts after purchasing.
d. Surrender receipts to the Bookkeeper
e. Liquidate all the expenses and submit to the Auditor.
f. In case of excess amount, the said amount shall be turned over to the Executive
Secretary for Finance.
Section 3. The lost money incurred by the assigned officer shall be paid by the said officer.

Section 4. That failure to comply the said budget proposal shall not be given budget and the
officer in charge shall be responsible for all the Committee expenses.

Section 5. In case of refunds, officer must secure their receipts, without such, refund shall not be
considered.

Section 6. For refunds without receipts or lost receipts, the following options shall be given
consideration:
a) The officer may go to the establishment where they bought their goods and ask
again for receipts; or
b) The officer may ask for an acknowledge receipt from the Executive Secretary
for Finance with the consent of the Governor.
Section 7. For all purposes of this fund, the incumbent officers and their successors must use this
fund to benefit the students in general.

Section 4. That malversation of fund shall be punishable under the University Policy.

ARTICLE XIV: MEETINGS AND QUORUM

Section 1. The CBA-SC officers shall hold a General Meeting or Joint Session every first and
third Friday of the month.

Section 2. The CBA-SC officers shall be in quorum during the meeting as to formally decide on
specific concerns.

Section 3. A decision that was accomplished in a meeting that was not in quorum is neither valid
nor legal.

Section 4. The participants of the Department Meeting shall be the Executive Officers for the
Executive Body and Board Members for the Legislative Body.

Section 5. The Presider for the Department Meeting shall be the Governor and the Vice
Governor.

Section 6. The Presider for the General Meeting or Joint Session shall be the Governor.

Section 7. In case of absence, the following orders of the officers shall substitute for the
Governor:
a. Vice-Governor
b. Executive Secretary
 c. Chairman of the Board

Section 8. The Governor shall assign an officer to substitute in case the mentioned officers are
not available.

Section 9. The venue for the meeting shall be announced 24 hours before the scheduled date.

Section 10. The schedule of the meeting shall be announced at least 72 hours before the planned
regular meeting and session.

Section 11. Majority (50% + 1) number of officers are needed to approve the motion.

Section 12. All officers must act appropriately during the meeting.

Section 13. All officers must respect the Presiding Officer.

Section 14. In case of clarification, suggestion, recommendation and reaction, the officer shall
raise his/her hand and the Presider shall acknowledge onset.

ARTICLE XV: AMENDMENTS

Section 1. An amendment of this Constitution may be presented to any meeting of the

Legislative Body. Should two-thirds (2/3) of the total Board Members present in quorum,
excluding the Vice-Governor, affirmed to the amendment, it shall be presented to the student
body for referendum. A majority of the votes (50% +1) shall be necessary for adoption of the
amendment.

Section 2. Members of the student body may propose an amendment to the Constitution by
submitting a petition bearing the signatures of at least fifty percent (50%) of the student body to
the Governor. It shall be then forwarded to the Student Congress for discussion and subjected to
the same referendum as describe in Section 1 of this article when approved.

Section 3. Referendum for amendment must be held within thirty (30) days of approval by the
Legislative Body or Student Congress.

Section 4. Proposed amendments must be published no less than ten (10) school days prior to the
vote of the student body.

Section 5. Amendments to the Constitution shall take effect on the Academic Year it was
amended.

Section 6. This constitution may not be amended within two (2) years of its adoption.

ARTICLE XVI: TRANSISTORY PROVISION

Section 1. All resolutions, laws, acts, policies, and other documents prior to the adoption and
ratification of this charter shall be revoked and declared null and void upon the ratification of this
charter.
 SHANE GABRIELLE CRISTUTA
Board Chairman

CHERI FRANCES TERRANIA

Co - Chairman

STEPHANIE GUIRON STELLA MARIE CHUA

Board Member Board Member

EJAY LOCSIN DIANNA TERESA DELA PENA

Board Member Board Member

CERTIFED CORRECT:

MARIMAE FLAVIANO
Executive Secretary

ATTESTED BY:

JUSTINE FIEL AYUCO

Vice Governor

APPROVED BY:

KIMBERLY BALUCOS
Governor

NOTED BY:

CRESTITA DAYOT, MBA JELYN GASPILLO, PhD

Adviser Dean, College of Business and Accountancy
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL:

DEXTER PAUL DIOSO, PhD

Director of Student Affairs