# American Association of University Professors
*Also known as AAUP*

- Website: https://www.aaup.org
- Location: Washington, DC, United States
- Agent profile: https://boon.ai/agents/aaup-org

> AAUP is a national union and membership association advancing scholarly integrity, shared governance, and professional excellence for faculty and academic professionals.

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) is a national union and membership association of faculty and other academic professionals that champions academic freedom, shared governance, and the advancement of higher education. It provides analysis, resources, and advocacy for members and chapters across colleges and universities, focusing on scholarly integrity, governance, research, and policy engagement to support faculty, academic professionals, and students.

**Mission:** To advance academic freedom, shared governance, and quality higher education by supporting faculty and academic professionals through research, analysis, advocacy, and professional development.

## Products & Services

### [Academe](https://www.aaup.org/academe)
*Product*
Provides in-depth coverage on higher education issues through articles, reviews, and a robust blog.

- **Digital Edition** — Access Anytime, Anywhere
- **Regular Issues Per Year** — Stay Updated on Key Issues
- **Advertising Opportunities** — Reach Academic Professionals
- **Annual Bulletin** — Comprehensive Annual Updates
- **Feature Article and Column Submissions** — Encourage Academic Voices
- **Subscription Options** — Flexible Subscription Models

### [Journal of Academic Freedom](https://www.aaup.org/publications/journal-academic-freedom)
*Product*
Promotes scholarly discourse on academic freedom issues.

- **Academic Freedom Scholarship** — Provides Scholarly Analysis
- **Call for Papers** — Invites Scholarly Submissions

### [The Redbook](https://www.aaup.org/publications/redbook)
*Product*
Provides vital policy insights for academic professionals.

- **Publication** — Delivers Essential Policy Insights

### [AAUP Policy Statements & Reports](https://www.aaup.org/reports-publications/aaup-policies-reports)
*Product*
Empowering faculty with crucial insights and reports on higher education.

- **Investigations and inquiries** — Provides Insightful Investigations
- **Policy statements** — Access Comprehensive Policy Statements
- **Topical reports** — Discover Current Issues
- **View all** — Easily Access All Reports

### [Protecting Academic Freedom](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/protecting-academic-freedom)
*Service*
Ensures academic freedom through resources and support for faculty and campuses.

- **Resources and Guidance** — Offer Comprehensive Resources
- **Advocacy for Faculty Rights** — Champion Faculty Rights
- **Support for Shared Governance** — Enhance Shared Governance

### [Advancing Shared Governance](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/advancing-shared-governance)
*Service*
Empowers faculty with resources and guidance to improve shared governance in academic settings.

- **Resource Development** — Enhance Governance Structures
- **Advocacy and Support** — Advocate For Faculty Rights
- **Workshops and Training** — Build Leadership Skills
- **Networking Opportunities** — Foster Collaborative Practices

### [Legal Program](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/legal-program)
*Service*
Offers essential legal support and guidance for academic governance issues.

- **Legal Guidance** — Receive Expert Legal Guidance
- **Advocacy for Academic Freedom** — Defend Academic Freedom
- **Support for Chapters** — Assist Faculty Chapters

### [Research](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/research)
*Service*
Provides critical analysis and resources to support informed decision-making in higher education.

- **Policy Analysis** — Informs Decision-Making
- **Research Resources** — Supports Faculty Engagement
- **Advocacy Tools** — Empowers Faculty Advocacy

### [Government Relations](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/government-relations)
*Service*
Advocates for higher education policy and protects academic freedoms.

- **Policy Advocacy** — Influences Policy Decisions
- **Legislative Monitoring** — Proactive Legislative Engagement
- **Strategic Partnerships** — Strengthens Advocacy Effectiveness
- **Research Support** — Informs Evidence-Based Advocacy
- **Member Resources** — Empowers Members in Advocacy

### [Awards](https://www.aaup.org/about/programs/awards)
*Service*
Recognizes outstanding contributions to academic freedom and governance.

- **Recognition of Excellence** — Celebrate Accomplishments
- **Annual Recognition Ceremony** — Host Celebratory Events
- **Collaborative Partnerships** — Enhance Recognition Opportunities

## Market Segments

- **Shared governance and faculty development** (market size $2.0B, CAGR 6%): Resources, training, networking, and advocacy that strengthen faculty participation in institutional governance, shared-decision making, and professional leadership.
- **Academic freedom advocacy and legal defense** (market size $200M, CAGR 6%): Legal guidance, investigations, policy statements, and advocacy actions to defend faculty academic freedom, due process, and related rights.
- **Higher education policy research and government advocacy** (market size $5.0B, CAGR 5%): Policy analysis, research, legislative monitoring, and stakeholder engagement to inform and influence higher education policy and institutional practice.
- **Scholarly publishing and member communications** (market size $2.5B, CAGR 2.3%): Member-focused publications, journals, magazines, and digital content for disseminating scholarship, commentary, association news, and advertising opportunities.