ARTICLE II

PURPOSE

The purpose of this Agreement is to promote harmonious relationships between the faculty and the administration of the University, to improve the quality of education and to maintain the high standards of excellence at the University of Delaware, and is the sole and exclusive embodiment of all agreements between the University and the AAUP covering wages, benefits and conditions of employment. It is agreed and understood that the intent and purpose at all times shall be the improvement and maintenance of the education, research and related programs of the University and the welfare of the student body. In the furtherance of the purpose of this Agreement, the parties agree to adhere to the Statement on Academic Freedom as approved by the Board of Trustees of the University, May 31, 1979.

It is understood that this Agreement in no way diminishes the responsibility of faculty, of department chairpersons, and of deans, directors and other appropriate administrative officials for the exercise of academic judgment.

In this agreement the terms departments and department chairpersons encompass academic units and academic directors.

Should any conflict exist between the provisions specifically set forth in this Agreement and policies and procedures of the University, the provisions of this Agreement shall be controlling.