FOIA Request to Kent State University at Stark regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Kent State University at Stark on August 6, 2025. The request, sent by Buckeye Reporter, seeks access to a comprehensive list of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 academic semester. This includes syllabi from all departments, schools, and colleges within the university, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for additional metadata associated with each course syllabus. This includes details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit affiliation, and the delivery format of the course. The information is requested in an electronic format under the Ohio Open Records Law.
Buckeye Reporter emphasizes its role in providing news coverage on local governmental affairs and underscores the importance of accessing public records to hold institutions accountable and ensure transparency. The organization has also requested a fee waiver due to its status as a media entity involved in disseminating information to the public.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
