Philippine Bar review · Question

Practice question: Academic Freedom

Essay Medium Jurisprudence

Practice question

Identify the four institutional educational decisions encompassed by academic freedom as recognized in Ateneo v. Capulong. Explain why this does not mean unrestricted immunity from all law.

Legal references

  • 1987 Constitution, Article XIV, Section 5(2) and (3), academic freedom and educational choice: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/3/353
  • Ateneo de Manila University v. Capulong, G.R. No. 99327, May 27, 1993, main decision, institutional academic freedom and student discipline: https://lawphil.net/judjuris/juri1993/may1993/gr_99327_1993.html

Answer this question in flashcards to review your response and continue practicing.