FOIA Request to SUNY Maritime College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by NYC Gazette to SUNY Maritime College on August 6, 2025. 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 institution, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for additional metadata associated with each course syllabus. This includes the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the format of course delivery (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.
The NYC Gazette emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request is made under the New York Freedom of Information Law, with an assertion that access to public records is vital for transparency and accountability. Furthermore, the requester has requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
The individual submitting the request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through FOIA requests. More information about this organization 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.
