FOIA Request to H. Councill Trenholm State Community College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by River Region Times to H. Councill Trenholm State Community College on August 6, 2025. 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 request also asks for relevant metadata associated with each course syllabus. Specifically, it seeks details such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the delivery format of the course (online/in-person/hybrid).
The River Region Times emphasizes its role in providing news coverage on local governmental affairs and highlights the importance of accessing public records to fulfill its responsibility of holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of this role, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
Additionally, it is noted that the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information laws. More information about this organization can be found at this link.
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.
