Office of Student Affairs
Student Welfare Unit
To provide holistic assistance relative to the promotion of student welfare through the provision of various support services: health, financial aid, housing, emergency assistance, and academic support.
Programs:
Student Housing
To provide a secure, wholesome, & student friendly environment in support of student academic endeavors social growth and development both on-campus and off-campus students.
Student Well-being
To promote holistic student well-being by providing access to healthcare, and support services that promote holistic wellness, academic success, and a strong sense of community.
Academic Support
To empower students to achieve academic success by providing support and resources that foster a positive learning environment conducive to collaboration, motivation, and academic excellence.
Financial Support
To reduce financial barriers to education by providing students with financial assistance and work-study opportunities, enabling them to focus on academic pursuits and personal development.
Contact Information:
Officer: Charie Natividad Eusores (charie.eusores@gmc.edu.ph)
Dormitory Staff: Jay Ann Tondo (jayann.tondo@gmc.edu.ph)
Student Health & Wellness, Coordinator: Analiza Pereña (analiza.perena@gmc.edu.ph)
For all unit related concerns, please email osa.sw@gmc.edu.ph.
Student Activities and Community Involvement Unit
Committed to improving student life by offering opportunities for leadership, personal growth, and community service. Through various programs, the unit strives to establish a lively and supportive environment where students can engage, learn, and contribute to the betterment of society.
Programs:
Student Activities & Leadership Development
Cultivates a vibrant and engaged student community by promoting leadership, encouraging creativity, and instilling social responsibility through meaningful programs, organizational support, and active community engagement.
Student Community Involvement
Connects students with meaningful service opportunities, fostering civic engagement and social responsibility. The program facilitates partnerships with local organizations, organizes volunteer projects, and promotes awareness of community needs. It aims to empower students to make a positive impact, develop valuable skills, and contribute to a stronger community.
External Linkages and Partnerships: Strengthens Guang Ming College’s connection with Fo Guang Shan (FGS) activities and other institutional partners. The unit coordinates with FGS University Consortium (FGSUC) and other local and international organizations to expand student learning experiences beyond academics. These linkages promote intercultural understanding, volunteerism, and global citizenship through participation in temple events, inter-school exchanges, and collaborative community projects.
Student Support and Organization
It offers guidance, resources, and assistance to students involved in or leading campus organizations and activities. This program is designed to empower student groups by equipping them with the necessary tools and knowledge to operate effectively and create meaningful impact.
Contact Information:
Officer: Ghealyn Rose Undang (ghealyn.undang@gmc.edu.ph)
For all unit related concerns, please email osa.saci@gmc.edu.ph.
Student Ethics Unit
The Student Ethics Unit helps students grow into responsible and respectful members of the GMC community. We guide students in understanding and living by our shared values, address concerns fairly and confidentially, and provide support that encourages learning, growth, and integrity.
Programs:
Student Ethical Development
To cultivate ethical awareness and character growth by equipping students with skills to navigate moral dilemmas, uphold academic integrity, and contribute to a respectful environment through various activities.
Behavioral Intervention
Identifies students with behavioral challenges or dysregulation and provides them with targeted support to foster personal growth and well-being. The program aims to provide early intervention and equip students with strategies to improve their behavior.
Conflict Resolution
Focused on resolving incident cases either on the OSA level or the admin level, grounded in the principles of restorative justice. It aims to help students navigate and resolve disputes in a constructive and ethical manner.
Behavioral Studies
Focused on establishing studies that explore and analyze patterns of student behavior within the community to gain insights into factors influencing their ethical conduct. It aims to analyze student behaviors and identify behavioral challenges and risk factors affecting such behaviors. Additionally, it aims to support the creation of evidence-based policies.
Guidance And Counseling
Provides responsive and ethical guidance, counseling, and mental health support services that promote student well-being, uphold dignity and confidentiality, and contribute to the holistic development of students, especially in, but not limited to, the context of behavioral concerns.
Student Ethics Reporting Form: is an online form designed to facilitate the confidential reporting of student behavior that violates ethical standards or codes of conduct. This form allows students, faculty, and staff to submit incident reports easily, ensuring that concerns are documented, reviewed, and addressed promptly, securely, and transparently. It aims to promote a positive and accountable learning environment by upholding the GMC’s values of integrity and respect.
Case Management Protocols – This protocol details the step-by-step procedures the unit follows for handling and managing student cases. Each step is documented in a summary report, securely filed under the student`s profile.