NW Kansas News

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Fort Hays State University by NW Kansas News on June 16, 2025. The request seeks specific records related to Chinese National students at the university under the Kansas Open Records Act § 45-215 et seq.

The requested information includes documents or lists detailing all current students who are Chinese Nationals, along with their respective departments of study. If student names are protected, the request asks for a total number of such students and a breakdown by department. Additionally, the request seeks details on scholarships received by these students, including amounts and sources. A particular interest is expressed in scholarships affiliated with the Chinese Scholarship Council.

Furthermore, the request asks for 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 is made on behalf of NW Kansas News and The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. As a media organization dedicated to transparency and accountability in public institutions, NW Kansas News has requested a fee waiver for accessing these records.

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.