North STL News

FOIA Request to Saint Louis Community College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

A request for information has been sent to Saint Louis Community College under the Missouri Sunshine Law. The request, dated August 6, 2025, 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 within the institution, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.

The request specifies that the information should include relevant metadata such as course titles and numbers, instructor names, department or academic unit affiliations, and course delivery formats. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.

The request was made by North STL News, a media organization dedicated to providing thorough news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of their role in gathering and reporting news to the public, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals. The requester is also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine 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.