FOIA Request to University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Pulaski Times to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 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 the inclusion of relevant metadata associated with each course. This metadata encompasses details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit responsible for the course, and the format in which the course was delivered (online/in-person/hybrid).
Pulaski Times emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization highlights that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In line with this responsibility, Pulaski Times has requested a fee waiver under its status as a media professional.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
