As an institution which depends on the public for both direct and indirect support, there is a moral obligation to return to this public some of the tangential benefits of the academic process. Faculty members have an obligation to be involved in public service which may include:
service as a consultant or resource person,
involvement in training in non-profit agencies,
acceptance of short and long term assignments in local, state, or federal agencies in less developed countries,
participation in applied research for public non-profit organizations, and
participation in community projects.
A faculty member may demonstrate continuing growth by additional hours of graduate study, or by participation in seminars, workshops, institutes and conferences. In addition, the faculty member should be a participating member in his/her appropriate professional and/or learned organizations on a continuous basis.
Approved/Adopted 1992
5-74