VI. STUDENT AFFAIRS AND SERVICES (SAS)

Student Affairs and Services are concerned with academic support experiences of students to attain holistic development. Academic support services relate to student welfare, student development and those that relate to institutional programs and services as per CMO No.9, s.2013.
The following offices are charged with delivering student services:
A. Office of Student Affairs
B. Office of the University Registrar
C. Finance Office
D. Guidance Center
E. Campus Studio/CMRC
F. Medical Clinic
G. Dental Clinic
H. Supply Inventory Office
I. NWU Educational Resource Center
J. Center for Information Communication Technology
K. RCEIAD Office
L. Center for Business Development and External Affairs
M Physical Plant and Development Office
N. Security Office

A. Office of Student Affairs (OSA)
The Office of Student Affairs ensures the effective implementation of University policies and regulations, maintain discipline among students and promote good order in the University, and helps protect the name of the University by instilling the core values of NWU unto the students. The office helps in facilitating the total development of the students and contributes in fostering a harmonious relationship between students and administration. It also includes: cultural affairs, sports and development, disciplinary, and special students’ group i.e., foreign students, students with special needs and students who are members of indigenous people (IP) communities.
The Dean of Student Affairs, being the Student Affairs Services Coordinator, conducts a systematic evaluation on the effectiveness of the student affairs services. The office is located at the southeastern wing of the Apolinario Aquino Multi-purpose Center.
Among the services from OSA includes but are not limited to the following:

1. SAFE Loan or the Student Assistance for Education financial assistance program by CHED is an easy cash, zero interest loan for students as follows:

1.1. Maximum of FIVE THOUSAND (Php 5,000.00) PESOS for Freshmen students; and
1.2. Maximum of EIGHT THOUSAND (Php 8,000.00) PESOS for Second Year – 5th year levels.
1.3. This may be availed by submitting the following:
1.3.1 Accomplish SAFE Loan Application Form from OSA
1.3.2. A copy of registration form or a screenshot thereof from the student portal;
1.3.3. University ID of applicant
1.3.4. Government-issued ID of applicant’s parent or guardian
1.3.5 Government-issued ID of guarantor, preferably an employee from the University

2.
Student Assistantship Program
The Student Assistantship Program is available in the university to help financially challenged but deserving students to augment finances to support their education. All applicants shall be screened and subjected to the following minimum requirements by the College Dean, Dean of Student Affairs and the VPAA:

2.1. Certification from the Registrar’s Office that the student is officially enrolled during the semester being applied for.
2.2. Proof of need of financial assistance/Income Tax Return (ITR) or Certification from the Barangay Captain that the annual income of parents is not more than P 60,000.00
2.3. Certification from the university clinic that the applicant is physically fit for the job.
2.4. A Rating Report of the preceding semester duly signed by the registrar must be submitted. A student assistant must not incur failure or dropped grades. In case the student assistant had “INC”, such mark should be removed first prior to acceptance of application. FOR freshman applicants a photocopy of the F 138 is needed and an applicant must have a minimum GWA of 85.
2.5. A letter of intent expressing the willingness to take academic schedule that permits him/her to work for three (3) continuous working hours per day.
2.6. A copy of the registration form indicating to enroll a maximum of 18 units per semester.
2.7. Must be pursuing an undergraduate course for the first time. Students who are on the second course or are already degree holders are disqualified in this program.
2.8. Shiftees may be considered but must have just transferred to another program just once.
2.9. The assistantship program is limited to one (1) member of a family.
2.10. The assistantship program will be provided based on the availability of funds. (See Appendix A: CMO on SAFE Loan)

3. Saguday Performing Arts Group
The Cultural Affairs Division, under the Office of Student Affairs, maintains a training-ground for students who are gifted with musical and theatrical acumen i.e., singing, performing arts and playing musical instruments. Students who are screened in varied fields of interest and who are qualified to become members of either of the following groups:

3.1. Saguday Dance Troupe
3.2. NWU Saguday Chorale
3.3. NWU Saguday Marching Band
3.4. NWU Tamboreros
3.5. NWU After 5 Band
Qualified applicants will avail of tuition fee discounts based on the length of their membership, attendance and performance. The privilege discounts will only take effect during the semester when they are enrolled.

4. Claims for Insurance
NWU, in its pursuit of maintaining the safety and security of its stakeholders, maintains an insurance coverage every enrolled student.

4.1. Premiums are included in the miscellaneous fees collected by the University. Insurance coverage is on a daily basis and during the period the student is enrolled therein.
4.2. Inclusive of the coverage are as follows:
•Death (by accident)
•Medical Reimbursement
•Unprovoked Murder and Assault
•Daily Cash Assistance for Hospital Confinement up to 30 days due to accident
•Daily Cash Assistance for Hospital Confinement up to 30 days due to Illness Bereavement
•Assistance due to Accident
•Bereavement Assistance due to Natural Cause
•Motorcycling
Insurance claims are filed with the OSA within thirty (30) days from the time the accident or death occurred. The requirements are as follows: (check with OVPA)

5. Request for Issuance of Lost/Damaged Identification Card (ID)
The NWU ID card is the student’s official identification. This is issued to a new student upon admission by the Creative and Multimedia Resource Center (CMRC) ID card validation is done at the beginning of every semester.
Students are required to wear their University IDs at all times upon entering the University and when making official transactions therein.
5.1 If the ID is damaged, the student surrenders it to the Office of the Student Affairs, fills up the Request Form (NWU-OSA-006) to be approved by the DSA, pays the ID fee at the Finance Office and submit the request form to CMRC for the re-issuance thereof.
5.2 In case of loss, a new one may be obtained, provided, the student fills up the Request Form (NWU-OSA-006) and submits a duly-notarized affidavit of loss to the Dean of Student Affairs, and pays ID fee at the Finance Office. Upon payment, the student submits the request form to the CMRC for the re-issuance of School Identification Card.

6. Lost and Found
The Office of Student Affairs (OSA), together with the Security Office, jointly ensures the safety and security of properties, papers, and effects of students and stakeholders of the University.

6.1 In case of loss, the lawful owner reports to the Security Office or the OSA, log the details of the item lost and the date, time, and place where it was deemed lost at the OSA for dissemination to the different colleges;
6.2 In case of found items, these are turned over to the OSA are properly acknowledged, recorded and accounted for in a logbook duly-set for this purpose. OSA makes sure that the reported found items are properly disseminated to different colleges and posted on bulletin boards. The OSA takes custody and safeguards found items for a maximum period of ninety (90) calendar days from date of receipt.

B. Office of the University Registrar (OUR)
The OUR is primarily responsible for the admission of new students and registration of continuing students. OUR is located at the first floor of the Nicolas N. Nicolas Building.
It is the official custodian of student records and releases the school credentials upon request of the student himself/herself or duly-authorized representative in compliance with the Data Privacy Manual of the University as mandated by Republic Act No. 10173 otherwise known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012.
School records may be released by accomplishing an ACAS Form and upon payment of prescribed fees at the Finance Office or through the Online Document Request (ODR). The following may be requested from the OUR:

1. Certification of Grades/Certificate of Units Earned
2. Official Transcript of Record (TOR)
3. University Diploma
4. Transfer Credentials

In case of loss of University Diploma, owner thereof shall submit a duly-notarized affidavit to the University Registrar stating among others the reason for its loss and the details thereof.

C. Finance Office
The Finance Office is tasked of collecting fees and the official custodian of University funds. It is comprised of the Accounting and Cashier’s divisions. This office determines the total fees payable of new and continuing students and received payments from enrollment up to the end of every term.
Financial accounts of students are computerized and may be accessed through the student portal.

D. Guidance Center
The Guidance Center offers a variety of services that are geared towards assisting the student in obtaining a thorough knowledge of himself/herself and his/her academic environment necessary in becoming a productive member of the society and for a memorable campus life. It is located at the northeastern wing of the Apolinario Aquino Multi-purpose Center.
The Guidance Center offers the following services:

1. Information Service. This service aims to provide students relevant information such as educational, occupational, and personal – social information. These information are necessary to guide students in decision-making, problem-solving, and personal-social adjustment. This is done in various forms —orientation activities, seminars, homeroom guidance, consultations, and interviews and also through flyers, handouts, bulletin board posts, and online postings.

2. Appraisal and Individual Inventory. This is the process of collecting, organizing, synthesizing, and interpreting relevant information for the purpose of assisting students achieve self-understanding, acquainting them of their own personality and providing basis for obtaining personal adjustment, making choices, plans and decisions.

3. Counseling. This is placed at the core of guidance. Its main purpose is to facilitate the development of each student to be the person he/she is capable of becoming. Counseling also helps students gain a meaningful understanding of themselves and their environment for greater self-awareness and self-improvement. Counseling sessions are organized individually or in small groups.

4. Testing. This service refers to the administering of standardized assessment such as psychological test useful in understanding one’s abilities, aptitudes, and personality. This service substantiates counseling interview findings thus strengthening the counseling service.

5. Follow-up. This aims to determine the progress/adjustments made by students after undergoing interview/counseling/other interventions for various reasons.

6. Placement Service. This refers to educational and vocational placement. Students who are transitioning from one educational level to another or from school to the world of work are
guided by counselors in their career planning and decision-making.

7. Research and Evaluation. This is a systematic evaluation of the effectiveness of the different activities of the Guidance Center. Results of evaluation are used to improve and enrich the center’s programs and services.

E. MEDICAL CLINIC
The Medical Clinic helps in the holistic development and the well-being of students. The clinic is located at the north-end of the Maximo Caday Building. University Medical Clinic offers the following FREE services for students and employees:

1. Out-patient consultation and emergency treatment
2. Free medicine (starter dose)
3. Annual medical examination/evaluation of all students and personnel
4. Referral Protocol/Ambulance Services

Other services available with reasonable fees are:
1. Immunizations
2. Discounted laboratory examinations
3. Medical update and information
4. Issuance of Medical Certificates and Health Certificates
5. X-ray services
6. Annual Operation Timbang/ Nutrition Program
7. Visual Acuity through linkage partners and other agencies and companies for specialized medical screening procedures
The issuance of medical certificates is limited to students who go to the clinic for consultation and to any student subjected to strenuous activities as part of academic requirement. A student who seeks consultation from any private physician is required to submit the medical certificate for evaluation by the University Physician.
Northwestern University Clinical Laboratory
The Northwestern University Clinical Laboratory provides laboratory information and assists physicians and other related health team in the diagnosis, treatment, prevention of diseases and engages in research essential to medical advancement. It also provides training to medical technology interns.
The clinical laboratory operates under the supervision of the Medical Laboratory Science Department and duly-accredited by the Department of Health It is open from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday and 8:00 AM – 12:00 noon, Saturday.
As a secondary level laboratory, it provides routine and special examinations on hematology, microscopy and parasitology, bacteriology, and serology/immunology. Drug testing is also being offered by the DOH Accredited Drug Testing Laboratory.

F. DENTAL CLINIC
Dental Clinic serves the students by providing quality dental health care. The clinic is located at the eastern wing of the Aquino Multi-Purpose Center. The students are required to have their annual Dental Check-up. Parents are informed on the existing condition of their student’s oral cavity, and make referrals to their personal dentists, if necessary.
The Dental Clinic provides the following services for free for students and employees:

1. Annual dental check-up and assessment
2. Emergency cases like:

a. Painful erupting of 3rd molar
b. Any pain and swelling of the mouth which will be given an initial dose of pain reliever and antibiotics (starter dose)
c. Control of secondary on post extraction hemorrhage

3. Tooth cleaning and fluoride application for elementary pupils
4. Temporary tooth filling
5. Temporary cementation of dislodge fixed bridges
Any student who wants to be treated at the University Dental Clinic can avail of 20% – 50 % discount on all dental procedures like:

1. Tooth Extraction
2. Tooth Cleaning
3. Tooth Filling
4. Tooth Whitening
5. Orthodontic Treatment (Braces)
6. Dental Prosthesis (Unbreakable Denture)
7. Pit and Fissure Sealants
8. Root Canal Treatment
9. Odontectomy (Impaction of 3rd molar)

G. CAMPUS STUDIO
The Campus Studio, under the supervision of the Communication and Media Relations Center (CMRC), is primarily responsible for the processing of School ID for all students -original issuance and replacement, annuals, programs and invitations, and acts as the official documenter of University activities and events. Its office is located at the Maximo A. Caday Bldg.

H. SUPPLY AND INVENTORY OFFICE
Upon admission, students proceed to the supply and inventory office for their school uniforms, logo badges, maritime accessories and textbooks. This office is also the custodian of sports and athletic supplies and equipment.
Students are required to wear the prescribed campus uniform everyday except Wednesdays. The uniform is worn together with the ID card.

I. NWU EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES CENTER

Educational Resource Services
The Northwestern University Educational Resource Center (NWUERC) which is composed of the main/college /graduate school library, law library, elementary/ high school library and the Educational Media Center provides educational resource services to all students.
The NWUERC collection is catalogued and classified using the Library of Congress Classification Scheme except for the elementary and high school collection which uses the Dewey Decimal Classification.

On Line Public Access Catalog (OPAC)
The OPAC is the database for the library resources, print and non-print. To access the catalog, log on to: https://my.nwu.edu.ph/e/opac
The availability and location of library materials is seen by opening the link on the title of the material. Also included in the in the OPAC is the Index to Periodicals, Theses and Research Abstracts. Users can see the summary of their library transactions using their ID Number to open their library account.

NWUERC Units and Sections
The NWUERC has the following unit libraries:
College/Main Library – the biggest library unit and located at the ground floor and second floor of the Paramedics Building; services mainly the college students, faculty, employees and other members of the NWU community –

1. E-books are also available for references and research materials.
2. Law Library – serves students in the legal profession and located at the 2nd floor of the Nicolas Nicolas (NN) Bldg.
3. Elementary/High School Library – serves the information needs of High School students and elementary pupils.
4. Functional Divisions

a. Reader’s Services Division composed of the following Sections:
b. Circulation Section – the section where general reading materials are found. It contains the bulk of the collection. This is also where books for home reading are found.
c. Filipiniana Section – the section which contain materials about the Philippines, authored by Filipinos and materials published in the Philippines.
d. Reserve Section – contains books which the faculty have reserved as textbooks or reference materials by the students on a particular subject.
e. Serials Section – contains the journals, magazines, newspapers, clippings and vertical files.
f. General Reference Section – the section which houses the reference materials like the dictionaries, yearbooks, encyclopedias, almanacs, atlases, directories, etc.
g. E-Library Section – area which contains the computers hooked to the Internet for use of students in their research and for using e-book collections
h. Technical Services Division – composed of the following Sections:
i. Cataloging Sections – area where books are cataloged and processed.
j. Acquisition Section – area responsible for the purchase and request of books and periodicals.
k. Multi-Media Collections area for the non-print materials, like CD, VHS, DVD, slides, cassette tapes and the equipment and facilities to use these resources.

J. Center for Information and Communication Technology (CICT)
The Center for Information and Communication Technology (CICT) ensures each student with a quality information and communication services through the use of most advanced computer equipment and other related devices that will prepare them to become competitive in the industry. The center also supports the academic operations of the university through the development of needed computerized operations, and processing of transactions resulting from the Local Area Network.

Computer Facilities. The university provides the students with fully equipped and fully furnished computer laboratories that are so conducive to learning. The CICT is also in charge of the maintenance of our servers, and ensure that internet services and wi-fi services are accessible to everyone.

K. Research, Community Social Development and Internationalization (RCSDI) Office
The Research, Community, Social Development and Internationalization (RCSDI Office is comprised of the following offices which render various services for students namely:

1. University Center for Research and Development
2. Statistical Center
3. Community Services and Social Development
4. Internationalization

1. University Center for Research and Development (UCRD) The University Center for Research and Development offers encoding, printing, editing, and research consultancy services to the students and also University faculty and personnel. It aims to encourage students, academic and non-academic personnel, to become research-oriented by lessening some of the more mundane aspects of research writing by assisting in the preparatory stages of undergoing research such as choosing a topic and others.
The Center with its Educational Management Information System (EM1S) keeps a data bank of research topics, researches, thesis and-dissertations of NWU students, student records, and others.
The University Center for Research Development (UCRD) under the office of the Research, Community Extension, and Integrated Agriculture Development (RCEIAD) is located at the 2nd floor of the M.A. Castisimo (MAC/MEGA Building).

2. University Statistical Services Center (USSC) The University Statistical Services Center (USSC) is a student support service created to give student assistance both in the graduate and undergraduate levels in the preparation of their research, specifically in the area of research design and data analysis. The center is under the management of the University Center for Research and Development (UCRD) and located at the second floor of the M.A. Castisimo Building.

3. Community Services and Social Developmnet (CSSD) The involvement of the University in the community is the realization of the concepts/theories learned within the four walls of the classroom. Actualization of the learning experiences through the mediation of the Northwestern University Community Extension Center (NWUCEC) by bringing the institution to the community is a way of realizing the objectives of the center. The center in coordination with the different colleges plan, propose and evaluate community extension programs to fit the needs of the locality and relate students’ learning experiences to the realities of life. The center under the office of the Research, Community Extension, and Integrated Agriculture Development (RCEIAD) is located at the second floor of M.A. Castisimo Building.

4. Internationalization Office
Northwestern University is committed to fostering a dynamic and enriching educational experience through our student mobility policy. Thus, the creation of a center for student mobility both inbound and outbound which is named the Internationalization Office. This Office provides diverse opportunities for student mobility, including study abroad programs, student exchanges, international internships, and research projects in collaboration with our global partner institutions. Through this policy, NWU aims to cultivate globally competent graduates who are equipped with the skills and perspectives necessary to navigate and contribute to an increasingly interconnected world.
The programs are as follows:

Inbound Student Mobility Program: Inbound student mobility refers to the movement of foreign students from foreign countries to have cultural and academic immersion at Northwestern University for a certain period. The duration of student mobility programs are maximum of 20 days or less.

Outbound Student Mobility Program: Outbound student mobility at Northwestern University (NWU) refers to the movement of NWU students to foreign countries to engage in educational activities at host institutions or organizations abroad. The duration of student mobility programs are maximum of 20 days or less.

L. Center for Business Development and External Affairs (CBDEA)

The Center for Business Development and External Affairs (CBDEA is comprised of the NWU Public Employment Services Office Alumni Affairs Office. The NWU PESO and Alumni Affairs Office support students as they enter the professional field.

1. NWU Public Employment Services Office The commitment of the university to the development of the students continues after they graduate. The NWU Public Employment Service Office (NWU-PESO) was created to cater to the needs of graduates, students and the public like job opportunities, trainings and seminars.
Graduating students/graduates who register at the NWU-PESO are assessed a minimal fee for training and processing of applications.

2. Alumni Affairs Office Services The Alumni Affairs is geared towards developing and sustaining support for the University through its Alumni Foundation. It conducts follow-up and continuous contact with graduates. Members of the Foundation are encouraged to participate in any of the programs of the Alumni Affairs Office such as homecoming, reunions, scholarship program and others.
Membership dues support the programs of the Alumni Affairs Office. Alumni Affairs also maintains continuous contacts with graduates in order to offer assistance if needed; gathers information concerning their experiences which may be of great help in the improvement of the total educational program and others. The office also establishes linkages with graduates and benevolent individuals here and abroad to generate funds to sustain its programs.

M. Physical Plant and Development Office
The Physical Plant and Development Office is responsible for the physical and infrastructure improvements and developments on campus. It also ensures that the different facilities utilized by the students including, but not limited to, classrooms, media halls/audio-visual rooms, student center, restrooms, and others are functionally available for academic and non-academic activities.

N. Security Office
The University provides a 24-hour security service to ensure peace and order inside the campus and nearby premises, and also protects the life and property of students, employees and other stakeholders.

UNIVERSITY FACILITIES
One of the University’s pride is the continuous improvement and upgrading of facilities to ensure quality education to develop globally competitive and socially relevant individuals. The University heavily invests on facilities that would provide students and teachers better experiential learning towards academic excellence.
A. NWU ECOTOURISM PARK AND BOTANIC GARDENS (NWUEBG)
The NWU Ecotourism Park and Botanic Gardens in Payas, San Nicolas was conceived to provide harmony between resource protection and public use. It is consumptive because of the integration of agricultural produce, the presence of exotic restaurant, processed goods and research products. At the same time non-consumptive for it offers recreational activities closely linked to natural history that is also related to wildlife such as bird watching, nature photography, botanical study, mounting biking, hiking and other forms of recreation including camping and training. NWUEBG also houses the Museum of Natural History.
NWUEBG is a member of the Botanic Gardens Conservation, International and other international organizations.

B. LABORATORIES

1. Natural Science Laboratories
The University maintains science laboratories in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology to support the various programs. These facilities provide the students with actual experiences on laboratory work.

2. Engineering Laboratories

a. Computer Laboratory
The computer laboratory contains up-to-date facilities and high technology equipment such as computers linked on a network, high-speed printers, speakers and LCD projectors. Educators and students make use of it for demonstration and hand-on activities.

b. CAD Laboratory
The Computer Aided Design (CAD) Laboratory is being used by the BS Architecture students as well as the other Engineering Courses. The laboratory enables the student to master the preparation of plans and other construction documents and details using the CADD Software. The ratio is 1 computer per student.

c. Civil Engineering Laboratory
The Civil Engineering Laboratory is equipped with the latest machines used in material testing, hydraulics and fluid mechanics. It is used by Civil Engineering students in sampling as well as testing construction materials to determine their maximum strengths as well as the material’s yielding point (i.e., Soil, Concrete and Steel)

d. Programming Laboratory
The laboratory is used primarily for computer programming subjects. Likewise, it is also used for various Microsoft Office package lectures/subjects. The laboratory is also used for internet-based works through Wi-fi technology

e. Electrical Engineering Laboratory
The laboratory is primarily used by Electrical Engineering students to hone their skills in electrical wiring and motor control.

f. Mechanical Engineering Laboratory
The laboratory is used both by the Mechanical Engineering students and Maritime students. It is intended for machine Shop Works, Steam Power Engineering and Workshop Theories.

3. Allied Health Sciences Laboratory

a. Physical Therapy Laboratory
The PT Laboratory is located at the first floor of the Ben A. Nicolas Building, room AHS 102. it participates in the Department’s mission to provide PT services necessary in modern health care. It is a well-equipped laboratory for the training of the physical therapy students. It is well ventilated laboratory for the enrichment in the skills of the students particularly therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, and electrotherapy.
The laboratory caters services for Musculo-skeletal and neurological conditions. The PT staff are primarily licensed physical therapists. The PT staff uses scientific measurements, characterize medical conditions and evaluate devices necessary to the improvement of any musculo-skeletal and neurological cases handled by the Physical Therapy Staff.

b. Northwestern University Rehabilitation Clinic
A Rehabilitation Clinic is located at the Ben A. Nicolas Building. Equipped with the most modern and highly technical PT modalities and facilities, it provides a unique training ground for BSPT students as well as for BSPT interns in providing a high quality, cost effective Physical Therapy service in a convenient outpatient setting.

c. Nursing Arts Laboratory
Nursing Arts/Skills Laboratory is a demonstration room that accommodates fifty to eighty students at one time. It simulates major areas in hospital settings and equipped with basic instruments and supplies to aid in the development of competencies in performing nursing procedures.

d. Midwifery Arts Laboratory
The Midwifery Arts Laboratory is situated at the Ben A. Nicolas Building, AHS 101. The room has adequate space for demonstration and practice well lighted and well-ventilated with 2 doors (entrance and exit) and fire extinguisher installed near the door. It contains instruments; supplies, equipment and models found in a maternity setting and also depict a simulated setting in a community; the house, health centers, lying-in clinic or birthing-home/center.

4. Criminology Laboratory and Firing Range

Criminology students are provided with equipment and laboratory experience where skills necessary for law enforcement work are learned and reinforced.
Forensic laboratory is located at the CCJE building. NWU Firing range is where students of Criminology conduct their Marksmanship and Target shooting sessions. It is located at the NWU Ecotourism Park and Botanic Gardens Barangay Payas, San Nicolas, Ilocos Norte.

5. Maritime Education Laboratory

The laboratory, mock boat, and swimming pool, navigation room, and simulation rooms are provided for Maritime students. These are located in front of Angel A. Albano Hall. These facilities provide students with the equipment necessary for their survival training and technical and manipulative skills.

6. Communication Laboratories

a. Mass Communication Laboratory
Because the school offers courses in journalism, broadcasting and public relations, it has the special ability to integrate subject matter and provide students with an excellent background for career flexibility in related media fields. The Mass Communication laboratory enhances the flexibility of students in tailoring the professional subjects that cut cross the various mass media through experimental work and video editing. The interactive Mass Communication laboratory is located at the 1st floor of the Rufina Mariano Hall.

b. Speech Laboratory
The speech laboratory is intended for English 103 classes and other speech-related courses. It helps develop students’ aural and oral skills to be proficient in communication. The gadgets inside the laboratory trigger students to produce the correct production and pronunciation of individual sounds and words. The laboratory is located at the third floor of the Ben A. Nicolas Building.

c. U-RADIO
The official radio station of the University 107.5 and where communications students have their firsthand experience in broadcasting. Radio programs are handled by students and employees of the University’s-radio is duly-registered with the Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC). This is located at the 3rd floor, Ben A. Nicolas building.

7. E-learning Laboratories

a. Audio Visual Rooms
For the effective use of the computer-aided teaching materials and devices, Audio-Visual Rooms (AVR) are provided in the different colleges. This/her instructional tool increases learning through a combination of seeing and hearing information with the use of slides, exhibits, text, pictures, moving images, and sound blending, or similar aids in daily instruction.

b. Teacher Education Laboratories
The Laboratory High School and Laboratory for Preparatory and Elementary School are training grounds for practicum/ on-campus training and teaching experience for 4th year BSE students and BEED students respectively. In addition, it provides experiential learning to undergraduate education students.

c. Business Education Stimulation Room
The Business Education Simulation Room provides an educational simulation of a business office to showcase an experiential learning environment for business education students. Fully equipped with the necessary business office facilities, it allows conduct of events or situations similar to business practices as closely as possible. The simulation is used to teach theory, conduct research activities, carry out executive leadership trainings, and other business-related activities to give emphasis on the application and integration of knowledge, skills, and critical thinking.
The Business Education Simulation Room is located at the second floor of the M.A. Castisimo Building.

d. Hotel and Restaurant Management Food Laboratory
The food laboratory provides a unique training ground for Hotel and Restaurant Management students with the applications of principles in Hotel and Restaurant management, food processing, including the importance in food safety and hygiene. This/her two-story laboratory is located at the most northern part of the Maximo Caday Building.

8. New Media Hall/Old Media Hall1,
9. Student Lounge
10. Aquino Multi-purpose Center/ Student Center
11. The Museum

Auxiliary Services is delivered through the following components:

Canteen. The university has three canteens/dining halls: the Aquino Multi-purpose Hall canteen, Mega canteen and Engineering canteen. The canteens open at 8:00 in the morning and close at 5:00 in the afternoon, Mondays to Saturdays.
Campus Store. The store sells textbooks, school supplies, ready-to- wear clothes, footwear, school uniforms, novelty items, meat products, groceries and others. The store is adjacent to the Mega
University Shuttle/Bus Services. The University, through the Physical Plant and Development Office (PPDO) provides transportation services to students as a support to the conduct of curricular and co-curricular activities.
Tailoring/Dress Shop. The Tailoring/Dress Shop is primarily responsible in providing university uniforms and offer quick repairs with reasonable cost for students and employees of the University. The University Tailoring Service is located at the northeastern end portion of the Manuel A. Castisimo (MAC/MEGA Bldg.) Barber Shop. The University maintains a barber shop for haircut requirements of students and employees is located at the northern portion of the University swimming pool.
University Swimming Pool. The swimming pool located alongside the MV Nicole, Mockboat is used for swimming classes both for Physical Education and Maritime deck training and other related programs.