St. Paul Reporter

FOIA Request to Metropolitan State University regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

A request was made by the St. Paul Reporter to Metropolitan State University for access to records under the Minnesota Data Practices Act § 13.01 et seq. The request specifically seeks a 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, regardless of whether the courses were conducted in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.

The requested information also includes relevant metadata such as course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid). The St. Paul Reporter emphasizes the importance of accessing public records to fulfill its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.

The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website here.

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.