A FOIA request was submitted to Kennesaw State University on June 4, 2025, concerning the enrollment and scholarship details of Chinese National students. The request seeks information under the Georgia Open Records Act § 50.18.70 et seq., aiming to shed light on various aspects of Chinese Nationals’ academic involvement at the university.
The request specifically asks for documents or lists that detail all current students who are Chinese Nationals, including their respective departments of study. If privacy concerns arise, a total count of these students broken down by department is requested instead.
Additionally, the inquiry extends to financial aspects, requesting documentation on scholarships awarded to these students. This includes the amount each student receives and the source of each scholarship. A particular interest is shown in scholarships affiliated with the Chinese Scholarship Council.
Furthermore, the request seeks any existing policies or procedures that outline how Kennesaw State University monitors its students—specifically Chinese Nationals—to safeguard intellectual property and other confidential information.
As representatives of Cobb Reporter and The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting transparency in governmental affairs—we emphasize our role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Our commitment to investigative journalism underscores this effort to obtain essential public records without incurring fees typically associated with such requests.
This request forms part of our broader mission to utilize Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws effectively, ensuring that governmental actions remain transparent and accessible to the American electorate.
