FOIA Request to CUNY Lehman College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
On August 6, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to CUNY Lehman College by NYC Gazette. The request seeks access to the complete 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 within the institution, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The requested information encompasses several specific details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit associated with each course, and the delivery format of each course (online/in-person/hybrid). The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.
As part of their professional responsibilities in gathering and reporting news to the public, NYC Gazette is seeking this information under the New York Freedom of Information Law. The organization argues that access to these public records is crucial for maintaining transparency and holding public institutions accountable. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver on account of their status as a media entity.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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.
