FOIA Request to Cypress College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
On August 6, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Cypress College by West OC Times. The request seeks access to a complete list of course syllabi for all undergraduate and graduate courses offered during the Spring 2025 academic semester. This includes syllabi for courses across all departments, schools, and colleges, regardless of whether they were offered in-person, online, or in hybrid formats.
The request specifically asks for any relevant metadata associated with the syllabi. This includes details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format (online/in-person/hybrid). The requester emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling their role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
West OC Times has requested this information under the California Public Records Act § 6250 et seq., preferring it in electronic format. They have also expressed their eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional. Additionally, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, an organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
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.
