FOIA Request to SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Mohawk Valley Times to the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill. 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 institution, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The requested information also includes relevant metadata such as course titles and numbers, instructor names, department or academic unit affiliations, and the format in which each course was delivered. The Mohawk Valley Times emphasized that access to these public records is crucial for their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
In their communication, Mohawk Valley Times identified themselves as part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental actions using FOIA laws. They have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization dedicated to informing the public.
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.
