FOIA Request to Middle Georgia State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the Macon Times to Middle Georgia State University 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, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
The request specifies that any relevant metadata should be included. This metadata encompasses details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The information is requested under the Georgia Open Records Act § 50.18.70 et seq., with a preference for receiving it in electronic format.
As part of their commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, Macon Times emphasizes its role in disseminating information to the public. They have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization involved in news reporting. Additionally, they are affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
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.
