FOIA Request to Louisiana Tech University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Louisiana Tech University by NW Louisiana News, seeking access to course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 semester. The request encompasses syllabi from all departments, schools, and colleges, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through a hybrid format.
The requested information includes not only the syllabi themselves but also relevant metadata such as course titles and numbers, instructor names, department or academic unit affiliations, and the delivery format of each course. This comprehensive data is sought under the Louisiana Public Records Act § 44:1 et seq., with a preference for receiving it in electronic format.
NW Louisiana News emphasizes its role in providing transparent news coverage and holding public institutions accountable. As part of their professional responsibilities, they are requesting a fee waiver typically granted to media professionals accessing public records. The organization is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws.
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.
