2.B.1 Academic Freedom
Within the context of its mission and values, the institution adheres to the principles of academic freedom and independence that protect its constituencies from inappropriate internal and external influences, pressures, and harassment.
Academic freedom policies and procedures (evidence could include language from negotiated agreements or employee handbooks with faculty and/or staff, where appropriate).
State Academic Freedom Related Policy:
Green River College Academic Freedom Policy:
Green River College Faculty Academic Freedom:
Article XVI: Academic Freedom, Faculty Rights, And Intellectual Property (page 111-113)
Evidence of students’ academic freedom (evidence could include language from Student Rights and Responsibilities or Catalog)
Student Academic Freedom Policy:
- State Website: WAC 132J-126-050: Rule of Student Conduct- Statement of student rights
- GRC Website: Student right
2.B.2 Independent Thought
Within the context of its mission and values, the institution defines and actively promotes an environment that supports independent thought in the pursuit and dissemination of knowledge. It affirms the freedom of faculty, staff, administrators, and students to share their scholarship and reasoned conclusions with others. While the institution and individuals within the institution may hold to a particular personal, social, or religious philosophy, its constituencies are intellectually free to test and examine all knowledge and theories, thought, reason, and perspectives of truth. Individuals within the institution allow others the freedom to do the same.
Affirmation of freedom of speech and expression to share their scholarship and reasoned conclusion with others.