‘English-only policy’ of a university in Laguna draws criticism

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is asking the University of Cabuyao in Laguna to clarify its English Only policy, or the only language used for communication within the university.

‘English-only policy’ of a university in Laguna draws criticism

The University of Cabuyao in Laguna province drew wary eyes with a recent Facebook post about its ‘English Only Policy’ (EOP), which started on February 3. The university claimed that such a policy would potentially “uphold academic excellence and global competitiveness.” The university called for strict compliance from its faculties, students, and personnel, and English will be the sole medium of communication involving transactions and engagem…

University in hot water over English-only policy

A government-run university in Cabuyao, Laguna is under fire for its language policy that requires everyone who steps on campus to communicate exclusively in English in the name of producing “globally competent” graduates.

The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is asking the University of Cabuyao in Laguna to explain its English only policy. In a statement, CHED Chairman Prospero de Vera said he has spoken to the President of the University of Cabuyao and asked for a formal explanation on the need for the policy. Under the English only policy, English will be used in all transactions within the university, including classes and even normal interactions. The ord…