FOIA Request to SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by NYC Gazette to SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. 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, irrespective of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for relevant metadata associated with each course syllabus. This metadata includes the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester has emphasized the importance of receiving this information in an electronic format to facilitate their reporting efforts.
As a media organization committed to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, NYC Gazette highlights its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requestor also notes their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests.
NYC Gazette has requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public. They have expressed their willingness to address any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
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.
