FOIA Request to University of New Orleans regarding Chinese National students on June 16, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the University of New Orleans by Nola Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request seeks detailed information about Chinese National students enrolled at the university.
The request specifically asks for documents or lists that identify all current students who are Chinese Nationals and their respective departments. If names are protected, the requester asks for the total number of such students and a breakdown by department. Additionally, the request seeks information on scholarships received by these students, including amounts and sources. A particular interest is shown in scholarships affiliated with the Chinese Scholarship Council.
Furthermore, the FOIA request asks for any policies or procedures related to how the university monitors its students, including Chinese Nationals, to safeguard intellectual property and confidential information.
The request was made under the Louisiana Public Records Act § 44:1 et seq., with a preference for receiving this information in electronic format. The requester also indicates eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional engaged in public news dissemination.
This inquiry is part of an effort led by The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which assists media organizations in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information laws. More details about this coalition can be found on their website here.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
