FOIA Request to University Of Maine At Farmington regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Maine Lakes News to the University Of Maine At Farmington 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 within the university, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request also specifies that relevant metadata should be included with the syllabi. This metadata comprises details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid).
Maine Lakes News has expressed that this information is crucial for their role in providing transparent news coverage on local governmental affairs. They have requested that the information be provided in an electronic format and have also sought a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization. The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws.
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.
