FOIA Request to University Of Kansas regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A request for information has been made to the University of Kansas under the Kansas Open Records Act § 45-215 et seq. The request was sent by a news reporter from Lawrence Reporter, seeking access to a complete 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 offered in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
The request also asks for relevant metadata associated with these syllabi. Specifically, it seeks details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester emphasizes the importance of accessing public records to fulfill professional responsibilities related to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
In addition to being a member of the media, the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This organization assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
