Columbia News

FOIA Request to University of Missouri - Columbia regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Columbia News to the University of Missouri - Columbia 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 through hybrid formats.

The request specifically asks for additional metadata associated with each course syllabus. This metadata includes the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the delivery format of the course (online/in-person/hybrid). The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.

Columbia News highlights its role as a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. It underscores the importance of accessing public records to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. As part of their submission, they also mention their affiliation 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 and Sunshine Laws.

The requestor has expressed eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public.

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.