Sebastian Dominic vs K. Harris

The Supreme Court examined whether the University’s decision to disqualify degrees obtained through Distance Education from VMU for promotion purposes was valid. The Court considered the authority of the Academic and Executive Councils to restrict recognition of such degrees and the rights of the appellant to promotion based on his qualifications. It upheld the university's decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining academic standards and the validity of institutional decisions. The Court dismissed the appeal, affirming the disqualification of the degrees for promotion eligibility.