AAUP (American Association of University Professors)

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) is a professional organization that advocates for academic freedom, shared governance, and fair working conditions for college and university faculty. Established to promote higher education integrity and protect faculty rights, it provides guidance on academic standards, conducts research, and supports policies that uphold faculty independence. The AAUP also addresses issues like tenure, faculty workload, and institutional accountability. Its goal is to ensure that academic professionals can teach, research, and serve without undue interference, fostering a high-quality, equitable environment for higher education.