University Policies and History of CICS Flashcards
What year was the University of Santo Tomas founded?
Options:
A) 1611
B) 1700
C) 1811
D) 1900
A) 1611
The University of Santo Tomas is a Dominican Institution under the patronage of which saint?
Options:
A) St. Peter
B) St. Thomas Aquinas
C) St. Augustine
D) St. Francis
B) St. Thomas Aquinas
What are the full titles associated with the University of Santo Tomas?
Options:
A) Pontifical, Royal, and Catholic
B) Royal, Secular, and Catholic
C) Dominican, Secular, and Catholic
D) Pontifical, Secular, and Christian
A) Pontifical, Royal, and Catholic
What is the motto of the University of Santo Tomas?
Options:
A) Lux et Veritas
B) Veritas in Caritate
C) Caritas et Scientia
D) Fides et Ratio
B) Veritas in Caritate
According to the University of Santo Tomas’ mission, what guides the pursuit of truth?
Options:
A) Reason and Faith
B) Logic and Science
C) Philosophy and Theology
D) Compassion and Charity
A) Reason and Faith
The University of Santo Tomas aims to form professionals committed to the service of which groups?
Options:
A) The Church, the nation, and the global community
B) The Church, the university, and the government
C) The Church, the nation, and the family
D) The global community, the university, and the students
A) The Church, the nation, and the global community
The University of Santo Tomas envisions itself as a premier Catholic institution in which region?
Options:
A) Europe
B) South America
C) Asia
D) Africa
C) Asia
What type of formation does the University of Santo Tomas focus on for its stakeholders?
Options:
A) Physical and mental
B) Social and financial
C) Academic and physical
D) Professional and moral
D) Professional and moral
What is the ultimate goal of the University of Santo Tomas’ vision for its stakeholders?
Options:
A) Social transformation
B) Academic achievement
C) Global recognition
D) Religious commitment
A) Social transformation
What are the 3 core values of the University of Santo Tomas?
Options:
A) Courage, Compassion, Commitment
B) Competence, Compassion, Commitment
C) Competence, Courage, Compassion
D) Compassion, Confidence, Commitment
B) Competence, Compassion, Commitment
The core values of the University of Santo Tomas aim to form professionals who are committed to serving which groups?
Options:
A) The Church, the nation, and the global community
B) The family, the nation, and the students
C) The Church, the university, and the government
D) The global community, the university, and students
A) The Church, the nation, and the global community
What does the SEAL of Thomasian education stand for?
Options:
A) Servant Leader, Effective communicator, Analytical thinker, Lifelong learner
B) Strong Leader, Effective collaborator, Analytical learner, Lifelong thinker
C) Servant Learner, Efficient communicator, Analytical collaborator, Lifelong leader
D) Skilled Leader, Effective teacher, Analytical thinker, Lifelong learner
A) Servant Leader, Effective communicator, Analytical thinker, Lifelong learner
Who is at the center of formation for a Thomasian?
Options:
A) The Pope
B) The University
C) Christ
D) The Church
C) Christ
As a Thomasian, what are the attributes a graduate is expected to demonstrate?
Options:
A) Servant Leader, Effective communicator, Analytical thinker, Lifelong learner
B) Critical thinker, Creative leader, Efficient communicator, Lifelong learner
C) Compassionate Leader, Efficient collaborator, Creative thinker, Lifelong learner
D) Analytical leader, Effective communicator, Creative thinker, Lifelong learner
A) Servant Leader, Effective communicator, Analytical thinker, Lifelong learner
As a Servant Leader, a Thomasian is expected to promote advocacies for which causes?
Options:
A) Wealth, fame, power, and control
B) Growth, strength, leadership, and wealth
C) Education, success, fame, and recognition
D) Life, freedom, justice, and solidarity
D) Life, freedom, justice, and solidarity
What types of projects and activities is a Servant Leader expected to implement?
Options:
A) Those that benefit the rich and influential
B) Those that enhance the university’s reputation
C) Those that promote Christian compassion to the poor and marginalized
D) Those that prioritize personal success
C) Those that promote Christian compassion to the poor and marginalized
A Thomasian Servant Leader shows respect for the human person, regardless of which factors?
Options:
A) Wealth, success, power, and appearance
B) Race, religion, age, and gender
C) Status, nationality, beliefs, and education
D) Wealth, education, position, and achievements
B) Race, religion, age, and gender
What attitude should a Thomasian show toward individual differences and uniqueness?
Options:
A) Profound respect
B) Indifference
C) Tolerance, but only within their own group
D) Curiosity, but no action required
A) Profound respect
As a Collaborator, a Thomasian is expected to work productively with which groups?
Options:
A) Only people from their own culture
B) Individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics
C) People who share their beliefs
D) Groups that are similar in age and background
B) Individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics
As an Effective Communicator, how is a Thomasian expected to express themselves?
Options:
A) Boldly, aggressively, and confidently
B) Clearly, correctly, and confidently
C) Quietly, calmly, and passively
D) Slowly, cautiously, and confidently
B) Clearly, correctly, and confidently
How should a Thomasian express personal and professional insights?
Options:
A) Through an ethical and evidence-based approach
B) Indirectly and vaguely
C) Emotionally and subjectively
D) With bias and personal preference
A) Through an ethical and evidence-based approach
What kind of research should a Thomasian engage in as an Analytical and Creative Thinker?
Options:
A) Research that responds to societal issues
B) Research that benefits only themselves
C) Research that is theoretical and unrelated to real-world issues
D) Research that focuses only on academic theories
A) Research that responds to societal issues
As an Analytical and Creative Thinker, how should a Thomasian make decisions?
Options:
A) Quickly and aggressively
B) Judiciously and resourcefully
C) Impulsively and emotionally
D) Passively and cautiously
B) Judiciously and resourcefully
As a Lifelong Learner, what practice should a Thomasian engage in for professional development?
Options:
A) Passive observation
B) Reflective practice
C) Occasional training
D) Social networking
B) Reflective practice
What attitude should a Thomasian exhibit towards continuous upgrading of competencies?
Options:
A) Satisfaction with current knowledge
B) Preparedness and interest
C) Disinterest in new skills
D) Hesitance to learn
B) Preparedness and interest
How should a Thomasian manifest fidelity to the teachings of Christ?
Options:
A) By ignoring spiritual growth
B) By engaging in only religious activities
C) By deepening faith and spirituality in new life situations
D) By solely focusing on professional success
C) By deepening faith and spirituality in new life situations
What is emphasized under Academic Integrity in the Thomasian Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Creativity in coursework
B) Collaboration with peers
C) Honesty in coursework, research, and examinations
D) Seeking assistance from instructors
C) Honesty in coursework, research, and examinations
What does the Respect and Dignity section of the Thomasian Code of Conduct focus on?
Options:
A) Competing with others
B) Treating others with respect and maintaining a respectful environment
C) Achieving personal goals
D) Making friends
B) Treating others with respect and maintaining a respectful environment
What does the Conduct and Discipline section outline?
Options:
A) Rules regarding behavior on campus and at university-sponsored events
B) Guidelines for socializing with peers
C) Recommendations for academic success
D) Suggestions for extracurricular activities
A) Rules regarding behavior on campus and at university-sponsored events
What is encouraged under Community Responsibility in the Thomasian Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Participation in university clubs
B) Community service and upholding the university’s values
C) Individual academic achievements
D) Networking with alumni
B) Community service and upholding the university’s values
In what year was the BS Mathematics major in Computer Science program introduced?
Options:
A) 1984
B) 1999
C) 2003
D) 2004
A) 1984
What significant change occurred in 1999 regarding the BS Mathematics major in CS?
Options:
A) It was discontinued
B) It was converted to BS Computer Science
C) It became a minor program
D) It merged with BS Info Management
B) It was converted to BS Computer Science
Which department was formed in 1999 under the College of Science?
Options:
A) Department of Engineering
B) Department of Information and Computer Studies
C) Department of Mathematics
D) Department of Computing Sciences
B) Department of Information and Computer Studies
When was the ICS Department officially transferred under the Faculty of Engineering?
Options:
A) 2000
B) 2003
C) 2004
D) 2006
C) 2004
What program was born in 2006 after the discontinuation of the BS Info Management program?
Options:
A) BS Information Systems
B) BS Computer Science
C) BS Information Technology
D) BS IT Management
A) BS Information Systems
In which year was the Institute of Information and Computing Sciences (IICS) established?
Options:
A) 2010
B) 2012
C) 2014
D) 2016
C) 2014
What significant change happened to the Department of Information and Computing Studies in 2013?
Options:
A) It was renamed
B) It was abolished and replaced by three new departments
C) It expanded to include new majors
D) It merged with the Faculty of Engineering
B) It was abolished and replaced by three new departments
What is the mission of the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) at the University of Santo Tomas?
Options:
A) To focus solely on research
B) To provide entertainment and leisure activities
C) To pursue truth and form technically competent ITE professionals
D) To create a competitive academic environment
C) To pursue truth and form technically competent ITE professionals
Who are the models and patrons that inspire the mission of CICS?
Options:
A) Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Augustine
B) Saint Thomas Aquinas and Saint Vincent Ferrer
C) Saint Joseph and Saint Benedict
D) Saint Ignatius and Saint Francis of Assisi
B) Saint Thomas Aquinas and Saint Vincent Ferrer
What qualities are emphasized in the professionals formed by CICS?
Options:
A) Strong commitment to lifelong learning and social responsibility
B) High salaries and prestige
C) Exclusive technical skills without social awareness
D) Focus only on personal achievements
A) Strong commitment to lifelong learning and social responsibility
In what spirit does CICS encourage its professionals to lead?
Options:
A) In the spirit of competition
B) In the spirit of service
C) In the spirit of individualism
D) In the spirit of fame
B) In the spirit of service
In which region does CICS aspire to be a leader in Information Technology Education and research?
Options:
A) Europe
B) Asia Pacific Region
C) North America
D) Middle East
B) Asia Pacific Region
What does the College of Information and Computing Sciences (CICS) envision itself as?
Options:
A) A traditional educational institution
B) A premier and innovative Information Technology Education institution
C) A solely research-focused entity
D) A business-oriented organization
B) A premier and innovative Information Technology Education institution
What is the main focus of CICS’s vision?
Options:
A) Expanding student enrollment
B) Innovation in Information Technology Education and research
C) Increasing financial profits
D) Building more facilities
B) Innovation in Information Technology Education and research
According to Martin Luther King Jr., what is the function of education?
Options:
A) To memorize information
B) To teach one to think intensively and critically
C) To focus solely on technical skills
D) To prepare for standardized tests
B) To teach one to think intensively and critically
What does Martin Luther King Jr. suggest is the goal of true education?
Options:
A) Knowledge acquisition
B) Intelligence plus character
C) Academic excellence
D) Job readiness
B) Intelligence plus character
Who stated, “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically”?
Options:
A) Nelson Mandela
B) Albert Einstein
C) Martin Luther King Jr.
D) Mahatma Gandhi
C) Martin Luther King Jr.
According to Baron Thomas Babington Macauley, what is the measure of a man’s real character?
Options:
A) What he says to others
B) What he would do if he knew he would never be found out
C) His social status
D) His academic achievements
B) What he would do if he knew he would never be found out
Who stated, “The measure of a man’s real character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out”?
Options:
A) Winston Churchill
B) Baron Thomas Babington Macauley
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Albert Einstein
B) Baron Thomas Babington Macauley
What concept does this quote by Macauley emphasize?
Options:
A) Reputation
B) Integrity and authenticity
C) Popularity
D) Wealth
B) Integrity and authenticity
What characteristic defines a Thomasian as competent?
Options:
A) Pursuit of wealth
B) Constant pursuit of truth
C) Avoidance of challenges
D) Dependence on others
B) Constant pursuit of truth
In what way does a compassionate Thomasian reach out to society?
Options:
A) By focusing on personal achievements
B) By serving only their peers
C) By providing Christian compassion, particularly to the poor and marginalized
D) By seeking fame and recognition
C) By providing Christian compassion, particularly to the poor and marginalized
What is a key commitment of a Thomasian in their profession?
Options:
A) Performing duties with indifference
B) Upholding professional, ethical, and moral standards with fidelity
C) Prioritizing personal gain over service
D) Avoiding leadership roles
B) Upholding professional, ethical, and moral standards with fidelity
How does a Thomasian demonstrate their commitment to social values?
Options:
A) By ignoring societal issues
B) By being a courageous Christian witness and striving to be a genuine leader
C) By focusing solely on academic success
D) By competing against others
B) By being a courageous Christian witness and striving to be a genuine leader
What does it mean for a Thomasian to show compassion?
Options:
A) Supporting only their immediate community
B) Advocating for life, justice, peace, and solidarity
C) Isolating themselves from social issues
D) Focusing solely on personal success
B) Advocating for life, justice, peace, and solidarity
Who qualifies as a Regular Student (R)?
Options:
A) Students with many failed subjects
B) Students who have carried and passed the regular load in all past semesters
C) Students with advanced subjects only
D) Students on probation
B) Students who have carried and passed the regular load in all past semesters
What defines an Irregular Student (IR)?
Options:
A) Students who are completely withdrawn
B) Students with back or advanced subjects, not under Debarred or Conditional Status, with a deficiency of seven units or less
C) Students with perfect grades
D) Students taking extra classes
Students with back or advanced subjects, not under Debarred or Conditional Status, with a deficiency of seven units or less
What does Conditional Status (C) C1 indicate?
Options:
A) Students with perfect attendance
B) Students who have accumulated failures in three courses or 8 to 10 failed units
C) Students who passed all subjects
D) Students taking a full load
Students who have accumulated failures in three courses or 8 to 10 failed units
What is the criteria for Debarred Students (D1)?
Options:
A) Students who have perfect grades
B) Students who failed in more than 3 courses or accumulated more than 10 units of failure
C) Students who have not taken any courses
D) Students who are on a leave of absence
Students who failed in more than 3 courses or accumulated more than 10 units of failure
What does D3 refer to in the Debarred Students category?
Options:
A) Students who excelled in all courses
B) Students with failures of more than 50% of their carried load if not carrying the full load
C) Students who are part of the honor roll
D) Students who are studying abroad
Students with failures of more than 50% of their carried load if not carrying the full load
What is the primary role of the Office for Student Affairs (OSA)?
Options:
A) To manage university finances
B) To provide students with a support system to realize their potentials and hone their skills
C) To enforce academic regulations
D) To focus solely on academic performance
To provide students with a support system to realize their potentials and hone their skills
What does the OSA serve as in relation to the university’s scholarship committee?
Options:
A) A social club
B) An implementing arm providing academic scholarships and financial assistance
C) A recruitment office
D) A student entertainment organization
An implementing arm providing academic scholarships and financial assistance
Which of the following is NOT a service rendered by the OSA?
Options:
A) Program for Off Classroom Student Activities
B) Program for Student Discipline
C) Academic advising for faculty
D) Program for Multi Cultural Students
Academic advising for faculty
What program does the OSA provide related to community service?
Options:
A) Student Employment Program
B) NSTP (National Service Training Program)
C) Study Abroad Program
D) Internship Program
NSTP (National Service Training Program)
What is the primary task of the Student Welfare Development Board (SWDB)?
Options:
A) To manage university finances
B) To formulate and recommend policies affecting student welfare and student discipline
C) To oversee academic programs
D) To organize extracurricular activities
To formulate and recommend policies affecting student welfare and student discipline
Why was the SWDB created?
Options:
A) To increase student enrollment
B) To achieve uniformity in sanctions imposed in disciplinary cases
C) To reduce the number of student organizations
D) To focus on academic performance
To achieve uniformity in sanctions imposed in disciplinary cases
Who assists the SWDB in mobilizing students for university-wide activities?
Options:
A) The university president
B) The Assistant to the Rector for Student Affairs
C) The academic advisors
D) The student council
The Assistant to the Rector for Student Affairs
Who composes the SWDB?
Options:
A) Only student leaders
B) At least 3 faculty members including the SWD Coordinator of each college
C) Administrative staff only
D) Only faculty members from the College of Arts and Letters
At least 3 faculty members including the SWD Coordinator of each college
What is the primary function of the SWDB in disciplinary cases?
Options:
A) To impose fines on students
B) To investigate and recommend appropriate action in disciplinary cases to the dean and regent
C) To organize student activities
D) To provide academic counseling
To investigate and recommend appropriate action in disciplinary cases to the dean and regent
What does the Code of Conduct emphasize regarding honesty?
Options:
A) It is optional.
B) It involves truth telling, truth seeking, and truth doing.
C) It is only about academic honesty.
D) It is about being popular.
It involves truth telling, truth seeking, and truth doing.
What are the two keystones of honesty according to the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Respect and diligence
B) Communication and conduct
C) Courtesy and friendship
D) Knowledge and skill
Communication and conduct
How does the Code of Conduct define courtesy?
Options:
A) An act of respect towards another
B) A requirement for academic performance
C) A social event
D) A form of self-promotion
An act of respect towards another
What is the essence of respect as stated in the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) To admire everyone equally
B) To show solemn regard for the worth of people
C) To compete with others
D) To ignore individual differences
To show solemn regard for the worth of people
What does the Code of Conduct say about diligence?
Options:
A) It is only about completing assignments on time.
B) A Thomasian should have a thirst for knowledge and see academic functions as opportunities to learn.
C) It means participating in social activities.
D) It is unnecessary if one is talented.
A Thomasian should have a thirst for knowledge and see academic functions as opportunities to learn.
What are the requirements for good grooming in the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Wearing any casual attire
B) Wearing the prescribed uniform and not deviating from its design
C) Dressing in trendy clothing
D) Ignoring uniform guidelines
Wearing the prescribed uniform and not deviating from its design
When should the Type A uniform be worn?
Options:
A) All year round
B) From the start of classes until Ash Wednesday
C) Only on special occasions
D) During exams only
From the start of classes until Ash Wednesday
What does the Code state about decency and modesty in action?
Options:
A) It is a personal choice.
B) One should act with proper decorum and refrain from indecent conduct.
C) It is not important.
D) It only applies to public behavior.
One should act with proper decorum and refrain from indecent conduct.
How should students behave to maintain peace and order according to the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) They can act however they like.
B) They should behave well at all times and observe university traffic rules.
C) They should only follow rules during exams.
D) They should prioritize their social life over rules.
They should behave well at all times and observe university traffic rules.
What is stated about the care of the environment in the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Environmental care is not important.
B) Students should avoid activities like smoking and littering.
C) Students should ignore environmental issues.
D) Environmental care is the responsibility of the faculty only.
Students should avoid activities like smoking and littering.
What are the possible penalties for violations of the Code of Conduct?
Options:
A) Compliments and rewards
B) Warning, Admonition, Suspension, Probation, Exclusion, Expulsion
C) Extra credit
D) No consequences
Warning, Admonition, Suspension, Probation, Exclusion, Expulsion
Who is the Santo Domingo de Guzman Scholarship awarded to?
Options:
A) Students with poor academic records
B) Students excelling in performing arts and sports
C) Students only involved in academics
D) Students from other universities
Students excelling in performing arts and sports
What is the Santo Tomas de Aquino Scholarship based on?
Options:
A) Community service
B) Excellent academic performance
C) Athletic achievements
D) Extracurricular involvement
Excellent academic performance
What is the purpose of the San Martin de Porres Scholarship?
Options:
A) To reward athletic achievements
B) To support financially challenged but deserving students
C) To promote academic excellence only
D) To fund international studies
To support financially challenged but deserving students
What is required for students to qualify for the San Lorenzo Ruiz Scholarship?
Options:
A) High grades only
B) Financial assistance and rendering working hours to the University
C) Participation in sports
D) Extracurricular activities
Financial assistance and rendering working hours to the University
What is the Rector’s Award given for?
Options:
A) Best sports performance
B) Consistent academic excellence
C) Artistic achievements
D) Community service
Consistent academic excellence
Who receives the Pope Leo XIII Award?
Options:
A) Students with the highest grades
B) Students or groups for outstanding involvement in community development activities
C) Athletes only
D) Students who excel in arts
Students or groups for outstanding involvement in community development activities
What does the Manuel L. Quezon Award recognize?
Options:
A) Academic performance
B) Singular ability to lead and organize activities of significance to the Thomasian community
C) Participation in sports
D) Attendance records
Singular ability to lead and organize activities of significance to the Thomasian community
What is the purpose of the Archbishop Miguel de Benavides Award?
Options:
A) To honor good attendance
B) For outstanding performance in regional, national, or international competitions
C) For best extracurricular activities
D) For volunteer work
For outstanding performance in regional, national, or international competitions
Who receives the St. Dominic de Guzman Award?
Options:
A) Individual students only
B) Organizations for significant activities to the Thomasian community during the school year
C) Athletes only
D) Students with high attendance
Organizations for significant activities to the Thomasian community during the school year
What criteria must a student meet to receive the St. Thomas Aquinas Award?
Options:
A) Attend all classes
B) Receive the Rector’s Award and any two other personal awards
C) Have the highest GPA
D) Participate in all extracurricular activities
Receive the Rector’s Award and any two other personal awards
What GPA range qualifies a student for Cum Laude honors?
Options:
A) 1.00 - 1.20
B) 1.21 - 1.45
C) 1.46 - 1.75
D) 1.76 - 2.00
1.46 - 1.75
What GPA range is required for Magna Cum Laude honors?
Options:
A) 1.21 - 1.45
B) 1.00 - 1.20
C) 1.46 - 1.75
D) 1.76 - 2.00
1.21 - 1.45
What GPA range qualifies for Summa Cum Laude honors?
Options:
A) 1.21 - 1.45
B) 1.00 - 1.20
C) 1.46 - 1.75
D) 1.76 - 2.00
1.00 - 1.20
