Ohio Admin. Code 3349-3-76 - Appendix C - university faculty code of professional conduct

(A) Purpose

The purpose of this rule is to outline the professional conduct standards applicable to the faculty when functioning in the role of a faculty member of the university.

(B) Scope of the rule

This rule covers conduct of a faculty member when functioning in the role of a faculty member of the university.

(C) Definitions

Words have their ordinary meaning unless otherwise specified in the bylaws of the faculty.

(D) Body of the rule

Faculty shall subscribe to the highest standards of conduct and ethical behavior for members of their profession. It is expected that, at a minimum, all faculty will conduct themselves with honesty, integrity, and civility. Faculty shall perform their roles in education, scholarship, governance, and service to their profession and the public on the basis of academic freedom as that term is defined in the university bylaws and supported by the university. Intimidation and harassment are inconsistent with the maintenance of academic freedom. Professional conduct is a continuing expectation that begins at the time of faculty appointment and continues throughout the faculty member's career at the university. Conduct that substantially impairs the academic or professional work of students, colleagues, or staff will not be tolerated.

(1) Responsibilities to students

The faculty member will:

(a) Act as a role model for students;

(b) Impart knowledge and understanding of a field of study, correct inaccuracies, and assist students in developing professional skills, attitudes, and behaviors;

(c) Accept and carry out faithfully those duties central to the instructional commitment to students;

(d) Demonstrate respect for students and avoid any exploitation, harassment, or discriminatory treatment;

(e) Give due recognition for significant academic or scholarly assistance from students; and

(f) Provide timely, objective, and unprejudiced evaluations of students.

(2) Responsibilities to the university

The faculty member will:

(a) Work in support of the mission of the university and the respective college;

(b) Distinguish between his/her private views and university policy when engaging in public discussion;

(c) Maintain discretion in dealing with all matters of a confidential or sensitive nature; and

(d) Accept his/her share of duties and responsibilities for the governance of the college and the university.

(3) Responsibilities to the profession

The faculty member will:

(a) Continue such studies and research as are necessary to remain current in his/her field(s);

(b) Respect academic freedom and promote professionalism in lectures, publications, and other modes of information dissemination;

(c) Show due respect for others and for their opinions; and

(d) Neither practice nor condone plagiarism, nor attach his/her name for credit to a paper or publication toward which they have made no professional contribution.

(E) Violations

Alleged violations of the code of conduct may result in the initiation of the procedures outlined in rule 3349-3-77 of the Administrative Code. Alleged institutional violations of academic freedom shall be adjudicated through rule 3349-3-78 of the Administrative Code.

Notes

Ohio Admin. Code 3349-3-76

Effective: 4/22/2024
Promulgated Under: 111.15
Statutory Authority: 111.15
Rule Amplifies: 3350.12