Academic Freedom for Faculty

PHSC supports the principles of academic freedom.

The College's faculty are free to present issues in the classroom that may be of a debatable or controversial nature, provided this is done objectively and in the spirit of academic inquiry, the topic is pertinent to the subject matter of the course, and the material is presented in good taste.

Faculty are encouraged to conduct research and publish materials, provided these activities do not interfere with the performance of assigned duties. Faculty are entitled to express opinions as citizens outside the classroom. However, the faculty should clearly indicate these are personal opinions that may not represent the viewpoint of the College. Faculty shall have the primary responsibility in the selection of textbooks, quality and effectiveness of the College's curriculum.