Sangamon Sun

FOIA Request to University of Illinois Springfield regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the University of Illinois Springfield by a representative from Sangamon Sun, a media organization dedicated to local governmental affairs coverage. 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 for courses across all departments, schools, and colleges, regardless of whether they 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 affiliation, and the delivery format of the course (online/in-person/hybrid).

The requester has highlighted their role as a member of the media in gathering and reporting news to the public. They emphasized that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of their media affiliation, they have requested a fee waiver for this FOIA request.

Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization 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.