1. Teaching
College of Micronesia–FSM expects each member of the faculty to have knowledge of subject matter commensurate with one's teaching assignment, to maintain awareness of developments in one's discipline, and to communicate to students one's knowledge of and interest in the discipline. The faculty member will encourage students in responsible and careful inquiry, in appreciation of the interrelation of various disciplines, and in recognition of the uses of learning and the value of the educated mind. Teaching includes activities and responsibilities beyond the classroom setting, e.g., advisement; mentoring; laboratory supervision; the direction of research projects and papers, and other contacts and relationships outside the classroom.
2. Creative Activity/Research
College of Micronesia–FSM encourages and supports the continuing efforts of faculty to develop a deeper appreciation of the importance of professional competency acquired through scholarship, research, and other creative activities appropriate to one's discipline. A faculty member's research and creative activities shall reflect the high professional standards incumbent upon those who enjoy full academic freedom; such activities must be measured by standards of quality, not merely by quantity.
3. Service
College of Micronesia–FSM considers service to the university, the academic profession, and the community as an important aspect of academic performance. Service can be rendered on department, school, college, and university committees, councils, and senates; service to professional organizations; service to local, state and national governments; contributions to the development of public forums, institutes, continuing education projects, and consulting in the private and public sectors.