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PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-time, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-timeProfessors, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty professors encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.professor xxx

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-time, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-timeProfessors, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty professors encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.professor and

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time full -time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing nurturi ng academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional institutiona l flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range long -range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- full - and part-time, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before befor e them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom.relationship 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As colleagues, faculty have obligations that derive from common membership in the community of scholars. They respect and defend the free inquiry of their associates. In the exchange of criticism and ideas they show due respect for the opinions of others. They acknowledge their academic debts and strive to be objective in their professional judgment of colleagues. They accept their share of faculty responsibilities for the governance of their institution. As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to t o criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their servicesse rvices, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens cit izens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Professors Faculty, both full- and part-time, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-self discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, professors faculty encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between professor faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 20151995, pp. 105-1062015, pp. 145-146 [“Professors’ in the original has been replaced with “faculty” and “both full- and part-time” has been added to the first sentence.] freedom. As colleagues, professors faculty have obligations that derive from common membership in the community of scholars. They respect and defend the free inquiry of their associates. In the exchange of criticism and ideas they show due respect for the opinions of others. They acknowledge their academic debts and strive to be objective in their professional judgment of colleagues. They accept their share of faculty responsibilities for the governance of their institution. As members of their institution, professors faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.Articles

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-timeProfessors, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty professors encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty professor and studentsstudent. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.private

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-timeProfessors, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty professors encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty and students. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.They

PROFESSIONAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 4.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that the essential excellence of the universities is dependent upon maintaining an atmosphere of academic freedom and professional responsibility. To that end, there shall continue in the universities during the term of this Agreement a system of academic tenure, as described below, applicable to all full-time members of the bargaining unit. It is recognized that tenure is granted for the purpose of protecting and nurturing academic freedom and is not a shield for incompetence or failure to perform duties properly assigned. Although no specific tenure quotas are mandated in the universities, the parties recognize that to maintain an effective tenure system and institutional flexibility, tenure is awarded with great care, and is predicated upon departmental goals consistent with long-range institutional needs and plans. 4.1.1 It is recognized by the parties to this Agreement that membership in the academic profession carries with it special responsibilities. The Statement on Professional Ethics1 that follows, necessarily presented in terms of the ideal, sets forth those general standards that serve as a reminder of the variety of obligations assumed by all members of the profession. 4.1.1.1 Faculty, both full- and part-timeProfessors, guided by deep conviction of the worth and dignity of the advancement of knowledge, recognize the special responsibilities placed upon them. Their primary responsibility to their subject is to seek and to state the truth as they see it. To this end they devote their energies to developing and improving scholarly competence. They accept the obligation to exercise critical self-discipline and judgment in using, extending, and transmitting knowledge. They practice intellectual honesty. Although they may follow subsidiary interests, these interests must never seriously hamper or compromise their freedom of inquiry. As teachers, faculty professors encourage the free pursuit of learning in their students. They hold before them the best scholarly standards of their disciplines. They demonstrate respect for the student as an individual, and adhere to their proper role as intellectual guides and counselors. They make every reasonable effort to xxxxxx honest academic conduct and to assure that their evaluation of students reflects true merit. They respect the confidential nature of the relationship between faculty professor and studentsstudent. They avoid any exploitation of students for their private advantage and acknowledge significant assistance from them. They protect the students’ academic freedom. 1 Citing, without incorporating by reference, AAUP Policy Documents and Reports, 2015, pp. 145-146 As members of their institution, faculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although they observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided they do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. They determine the amount and character of the work they do outside their institution with due regard to their paramount responsibilities within it (see Articles 10.13 and 10.14). When considering the interruption of their services, they recognize the effect of their decisions upon the program of the institution and inform the institution of their intentions. As members of their community, faculty have the rights and obligations of all citizens. They measure the urgency of these obligations in light of their responsibilities to their subjects, their students, their profession, and their institution. When they speak or act as private persons, they avoid creating the impression that they speak or act for their university. As citizens engaged in a profession that depends upon freedom for its health and integrity, faculty have a particular obligation to promote conditions of free inquiry and to further public understanding of academic freedom.