FOIA Request to South Texas College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A request for information was sent to South Texas College under the Texas Public Information Act. The request seeks a comprehensive list of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 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 also asks for specific metadata related to each course syllabus. This includes details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the format of course delivery (online/in-person/hybrid).
The request was made by West RGV News, a media organization dedicated to providing thorough news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization emphasized that access to these public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: 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.
