As colleagues, Faculty have obligations that derive from common membership in the community of scholars. Faculty do not discriminate against or harass colleagues. They respect and defend the free inquiry of associates. In the exchange of criticism and ideas f aculty show due respect for the opinions of others. Faculty acknowledge academic debt and strive to be objective in their professional judgment of colleagues.
Faculty accept their share of faculty responsibilities for the governance of their institution.
As members of an academic institution, f aculty seek above all to be effective teachers and scholars. Although f aculty observe the stated regulations of the institution, provided the regulations do not contravene academic freedom, they maintain their right to criticize and seek revision. Faculty give due regard to their paramount responsibilities within their institution in determining the amount and character of work done outside it. When considering the interruption or termination of their service, f aculty recognize the effect of their decision upon the program of the institution and give due notice of their intentions. As members of their community, f aculty have the rights and obligations of other citizens.