Kentuckiana Times

FOIA Request to Indiana University-Southeast regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Kentuckiana Times to Indiana University-Southeast on June 16, 2025. The request seeks access to records concerning Chinese National students at the university. This inquiry is made under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act § 5-14-3-1 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.

The request specifically asks for documents or lists that identify all current students who are Chinese Nationals and their respective departments of study. If student names are protected, the request allows for redaction or grouping of information as necessary. Additionally, it seeks details on scholarships received by these students, including amounts and sources, particularly those affiliated with the Chinese Scholarship Council.

Furthermore, the FOIA request includes a call for any policies or procedures that outline how the university monitors its students, including Chinese Nationals, to safeguard intellectual property and other confidential information.

This request is submitted on behalf of Kentuckiana Times and The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting transparency in government actions. The requester also seeks a fee waiver due to their role in news dissemination and public accountability.

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.