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FOIA Request to Pittsburg State University regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Pittsburg State University by SE Kansas News on June 16, 2025. The request seeks information under the Kansas Open Records Act § 45-215 et seq., with a preference for electronic format. The requested records pertain to Chinese National students at the university and include several specific points of interest.

Firstly, the request asks for documents or lists that show all current students who are Chinese Nationals, along with their respective departments of study. If certain information is protected, the requestor asks for the total number of such students and a breakdown by department.

Secondly, the request seeks documents detailing any scholarships received by these students, including the amount and source of each scholarship. Additionally, there is a specific inquiry about scholarships affiliated with the Chinese Scholarship Council.

The third point requests any policies or procedures that describe how the university monitors its students, including Chinese Nationals, to protect intellectual property and other confidential information.

This FOIA request was sent on behalf of SE Kansas News and The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. The coalition is a non-profit organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information laws. More details 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.