FOIA Request to Ohio University-Chillicothe regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Ohio University-Chillicothe by Buckeye Reporter, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request, sent on August 6, 2025, seeks access to the complete list of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 academic semester. This includes syllabi for courses across all departments, schools, and colleges, regardless of whether they were conducted in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for additional metadata related to each course syllabus. This metadata includes the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit responsible for the course, and the delivery format of the course (online/in-person/hybrid). The Buckeye Reporter has requested that this information be provided in an electronic format to facilitate their reporting efforts.
As a member of the media involved in gathering and disseminating news to the public, Buckeye Reporter emphasizes its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The organization also requests a fee waiver for accessing these records due to its status as a media professional entity.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit corporation that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information 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.
