Faculty (noun)

1. A natural ability or aptitude.
2. A department in a university or college responsible for a particular subject area.
3. The teaching and administrative staff in a university or college.

Origin:

Late middle english: from latin facultas, from facilis "easy" (because it was originally used of a natural aptitude or talent).

Examples:

1. She has a natural faculty for mathematics.
2. The faculty of medicine has a strong reputation for research.
3. The faculty members are leaders in their fields.
4. The faculty is meeting to discuss the budget for next year.
5. The faculty is committed to providing students with a quality education.