Academe (noun)

1. The academic community, especially the faculty of a college or university.
2. The world of education and scholarship.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from french académie, via latin from greek akadēmia, the name of the school of plato.

Examples:

1. He was well-respected in the academe for his research.
2. The academe was divided on the issue of the new curriculum.
3. He was a prominent figure in the academe.
4. The academe was buzzing with excitement about the upcoming conference.
5. She was a rising star in the academe, known for her innovative teaching methods.