FOIA Request to SUNY College at Potsdam regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A request has been made to the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Potsdam for access to academic records under the New York Freedom of Information Law. The request was submitted by North Country Leader, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The specific records sought are comprehensive lists of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 semester. This includes syllabi from all departments, schools, and colleges within the institution, regardless of whether courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request also seeks accompanying metadata such as course titles and numbers, instructor names, department or academic unit affiliations, and details about the course delivery format. North Country Leader emphasizes that this information is crucial for fulfilling its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization.
North Country Leader is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions using Freedom of Information laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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