Academic freedom is essential to the unobstructed search for truth and knowledge and its free exposition. Faculty has academic freedom and an obligation in the classroom or in research to discuss subjects with candor and integrity, even when the topics considered may be politically, socially, or scientifically controversial. In order to insure freedom to seek and profess truth and knowledge, faculty are not subject to censorship or discipline by the College on the grounds that the expressed opinions or views are controversial, unpopular, or are contrary to the attitudes of the College or the community. Code Title 2 Chapter 2 Section 2. This concept of academic freedom are accompanied by the equally demanding concept of academic responsibility.
Faculty is responsible for the maintenance of appropriate standards of scholarship and instruction.