FOIA Request to Eastern Kentucky University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Eastern Kentucky University on August 6, 2025, by SE Bluegrass News. 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 relevant metadata such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The request emphasizes the need for these records in an electronic format to facilitate ease of access and dissemination.
SE Bluegrass News highlights its role in providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs and stresses the importance of accessing public records to hold public institutions accountable. As a media organization involved in reporting news to the public, SE Bluegrass News has requested a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals.
Additionally, SE Bluegrass News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws. More information about this coalition can be found at 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.
