College faculty are experts in their fields, and they spend years researching intriguing topics in their academic disciplines. When faculty attend conferences or workshops, these are most often in their field of research; alternatively, they may seek pedagogical training on topics like student engagement or AI use in teaching. But today’s college classroom is a highly dynamic environment influenced by diverse student needs, technological advancements, and evolving societal expectations. Faculty are no longer just content experts; they are also tasked with being mentors, facilitators, coaches, and problem-solvers.

Free Inquiry and Expression: From Principles to Educational Practice
Hundreds of colleges and universities have adopted free expression and institutional speech documents from the University of Chicago. In 1899, the University of Chicago faculty unanimously resolved that complete freedom


