Article III  Academic Freedom

Key points are:

• It is agreed that academic freedom is essential to the wellbeing of the college;

• Faculty are entitled to full freedom in research and publication as long as other academic duties are adequately performed. Research for pecuniary (financial) return should be based on an understanding with the College administration;

• Faculty are entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject, but should be careful not to introduce unrelated controversial subject matter. In no way should this be interpreted to discourage what is “controversial”;
  When writing or speaking, it is acknowledged that faculty are free from institutional censorship or discipline but at all times should be accurate, exercise appropriate restraint, show respect for the opinions of others, and make every effort to indicate that they are not speaking for the institution;

• Administrators and faculty shall protect, defend, and promote both academic freedom and academic responsibility.
  

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