FOIA Request to Morgan State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
On August 6, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Morgan State University by Baltimore City Wire. The request seeks access to the complete 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 at the university, irrespective of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The request also asks for relevant metadata associated with each course syllabus. Specifically, it requests details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The aim is to obtain this information in an electronic format under the Maryland Public Information Act Title 4.
Baltimore City Wire has emphasized its role in gathering and reporting news to ensure transparency and accountability of public institutions. As a media organization committed to comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, they have requested a fee waiver for accessing these records.
Additionally, Baltimore City Wire is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws. More information about their mission can be found on their website: 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.
