Ateneo de Davao University dismisses student over bullying and assault incident
The Davao City university also admitted lapses in keeping students safe and promised stronger anti-bullying measures.
Ateneo de Davao University in Davao City has dismissed a student involved in the alleged physical assault and bullying of a fellow student, according to DZRH.
In an official statement released on Thursday, Nov. 12, the university said it remains committed to addressing the needs and concerns of the victim and the victim's family. Neither student was named in the report.
The school also acknowledged that its efforts to ensure student safety had fallen short. It pledged to strengthen its measures against bullying.
The administration said it will continue to prioritise student welfare and will take steps to prevent similar incidents. The report did not give details of the incident, when it happened, or what specific measures the university plans to adopt.
Why it matters for Davao
The case involves one of Davao City's major schools, which has publicly admitted lapses in student safety. Parents and students may want to watch for the stronger anti-bullying measures the university has promised.
This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by dzrh. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy
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