FOIA Request to Pennsylvania State University-College Of Medicine regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Dauphin News to the Pennsylvania State University-College Of Medicine. The request 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, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The requested information also includes specific metadata related to each course. This metadata encompasses the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the format of course delivery (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester emphasized the importance of accessing these public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions.
The requestor has identified themselves as a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization that supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. They have requested a fee waiver due to their role as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
