By Catalina L. Leonor
All other things being equal, an individual who works under wholesome and favorable circumstances can be more efficient and productive than the one who works under a hostile environment.
If one knows he is taken by the system for what he is and his contribution to the system is accepted and recognized no matter how small and insignificant it may appear to be; if he knows that he is treated fairly well and his welfare is being taken care of; if he is made to feel that he or she is an indispensable part of the big wheel which keeps the organization moving, there is no denying that an individual in his proper mindset would do everything for the success of that organization.
The Panay State Polytechnic College (PSPC) is an organization (we would like to call it a family) composed of intellectuals who know very well their duties and responsibilities as well as their rights and privileges.
Just like any other big family we would like that harmony and understanding would prevail among its members.
This important facet of any progressive organization is taken for granted or overlooked, such that if this is allowed to go uncorrected, cracks may develop in this otherwise happy and prosperous family which is PSPC.
It must therefore be the policy of the College to create and provide a wholesome climate within and among the campuses conducive to higher efficiency and productivity.
How can we attain this favorable climate conducive to self-satisfaction, harmonious relationship and professionalism among the expanding PSPC family?
Consider these strategies which I suggest be implemented as guidelines in our official functions.
1. Regular values reorientation seminar program for all faculty and employees including the administrators of the College
2. Clear job description and expectations for each employee
3. Clear statement of organizational policies
4. Association of faculty and employees in each campus and a federation of these associations
5. Provision for incentives and merit awards for outstanding performance
6. Prompt and fair action on complaints and problems
7. Clear policy on recruitment and filling up of vacancies
8. Democratization of administrative and management functions
9. Screening committee on scholarship and seminars
It is envisioned that the implementation of these guidelines go a long way in helping improve the organizational climate within and among the PSPC campuses.
Portions of Catalina L. Leonor's “For a more United PSPC ‘feeling.’” Published in From An Educator’s Perspective, Panay State Polytechnic College Faculty Forum 1 (2): 3, 9–10. Mambusao, Capiz: Panay State Polytechnic College
