FOIA Request to West Los Angeles College regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the West LA Times to West Los Angeles 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 for courses across all departments, schools, and colleges, regardless of whether they were conducted in-person, online, or through hybrid formats.
The requested information includes relevant metadata such as the course title and number, instructor name, department or academic unit, and the course delivery format. The West LA Times emphasizes that this information is crucial for their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
As part of their request, the West LA Times has also asked for a fee waiver due to their status as a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They have highlighted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests.
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.
