FOIA Request to University of Pittsburgh-Bradford regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Northern Tier News to the University of Pittsburgh-Bradford 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, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for relevant metadata accompanying each syllabus. This includes details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester emphasized the importance of this information in fulfilling their role as a media professional tasked with holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
Northern Tier News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. They leverage Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to ensure government actions are transparent to the American electorate. More information about this coalition can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
