FOIA Request to University of Hawaii Maui College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by a representative from the Maui Reporter to the University of Hawaii Maui College. 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 for courses conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats across all departments, schools, and colleges within the institution.
The request specifically asks for associated metadata including course titles and numbers, instructor names, department or academic unit affiliations, and the format of course delivery. The requester emphasized the importance of accessing public records as part of their journalistic duty to provide transparency and hold public institutions accountable. Furthermore, they have requested a fee waiver based on their role as a media professional.
The individual making this request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information laws. More information about this organization can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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