FOIA Request to Rutgers University – Camden regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A request has been made to Rutgers University – Camden under the New Jersey Open Public Records Act for access to a complete list of course syllabi from the most recent academic semester, Spring 2025. The request seeks information for all undergraduate and graduate courses across various departments, schools, and colleges. This includes courses offered in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The requested records include specific metadata such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The request was submitted by South Jersey Sun, a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The requester has also highlighted their role in gathering and reporting news to the public and emphasized the importance of access to public records for ensuring transparency and accountability of public institutions. They have requested a fee waiver citing their status as a media professional.
The individual submitting this request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws. More information about this organization 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.
