The Board of Regents of the Nueva Ecija University of Science v. Dr. Angelica O. Cortez

Summary

Dr. Angelica Cortez, a NEUST professor, filed a petition for mandamus, prohibition and damages against university officials alleging harassment after refusing to change a student's failing grade. The harassment included salary blocking and forced transfers between departments. The RTC initially ruled in her favor, ordering her reinstatement to original position with attorney's fees. The CA modified the decision, ordering her return to Fort Magsaysay Campus instead. Before the Supreme Court could resolve the petition, parties filed a compromise agreement providing for Cortez's reassignment to General Tinio Campus and mutual waiver of claims. The Supreme Court approved the compromise agreement as valid under Article 2028 of the Civil Code, adopted it as final judgment, and terminated the case. The resolution demonstrates judicial approval of amicable settlements that serve public interest and maintain institutional harmony.