FOIA Request to St. Mary’s College of Maryland regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to St. Mary’s College of Maryland by Anne Arundel Today, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. 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 in hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for relevant metadata accompanying the syllabi such as course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and course delivery format. The requester emphasizes the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. As a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public, Anne Arundel Today is seeking a fee waiver for this request.
The requester 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 and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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.
