FOIA Request to Suny College At Plattsburgh regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by NE New York Today to Suny College At Plattsburgh. The request seeks 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 includes specific metadata such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The requester emphasized that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
NE New York Today has also indicated their eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public. The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws.
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.
