Pasco Reporter

FOIA Request to Pasco-Hernando State College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Pasco-Hernando State College by a representative from the Pasco Reporter, seeking access to educational records. The request specifically asks for a complete list of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 semester. This includes syllabi for courses conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats across all departments, schools, and colleges within the institution.

The request also calls for additional metadata associated with each course syllabus. This metadata should include the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the delivery format of the course. The request emphasizes that these records are sought in an electronic format to facilitate ease of access and review.

The individual submitting the request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. The coalition utilizes Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency in government actions.

In their communication, the requester highlights their role as a member of the media tasked with gathering news for public dissemination. They argue that access to such public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Furthermore, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.

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.