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FOIA Request to Truman State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

On August 6, 2025, NE Missouri News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Truman State University. 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 at the university, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.

The request specifically asks for relevant metadata accompanying each syllabus. This includes details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the format of course delivery. The request emphasizes that this information is crucial for fulfilling media responsibilities related to public accountability and transparency.

As part of their professional duties in gathering and reporting news to the public, NE Missouri News has requested a fee waiver. They argue that access to these public records is essential for holding public institutions accountable. The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization dedicated to investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

For more information about The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy's mission and activities, please visit 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.