Copy of FOI #23-503 upon completion
Name: Student Student
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: Copy of FOI #23-503 upon completion
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FOI #23-504 (11-6-23, 8:19 pm)
Mold and asbestos in Litchfield hall
Name: Student Student
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: 11/06/2023
Request Date End: 11/06/2023
Details: I would like to receive all documents mentioning mold and asbestos in the Litchfield residence hall for the past 2 years and the latest building inspection.
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FOI #23-503
Email Correspondence
Name:
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: Pursuant to Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, kindly transmit the following records in electronic format on a rolling basis as they are cleared for release:
1) From October 8, 2023 to October 11, 2023: Any emails, including any attachments to said emails, to or from the following individuals...
a. The university Dean(s)
b. The university President
c. The university Chancellor(s)
d. The university Provost(s)
e. The director of university Communications
f. The director of university Alumni Affairs
...that mention any of the following terms:
—“Israel"
—“Gaza"
—“Hamas
—“Palestine"
—“Palestinian"
—"Students for Justice in Palestine"
—“SJP"
—“Chabad
—"Hillel”
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FOI #23-502
Women's Basketball Staff
Name: Daniel Hortenstine
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: I am requesting an opportunity to obtain copies of the following public records: the most updated employment contracts, contract amendments, appointment letters, LOR, or NOA and 23-24 salary information for women's basketball coaching staff members: Chris Dailey, Jamelle Elliott, Morgan Valley, Tonya Cardoza, Ben Kantor, Sarah Darras, Carley Mooney, Andrea Hudy, Janelle Francisco, Ellen Tripp, and Peggy Myers.
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FOI #23-501
Basketball Staff
Name: Daniel Hortenstine
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: I am requesting an opportunity to obtain copies of the following public records: the most updated employment contracts, contract amendments, appointment letters, LOR, or NOA and 23-24 salary information for football coaching staff members: Danny Hurley, Kimani Young, Luke Murray, Tom Moore, Paul Wetterman III, James Doran, Matthew Johnson, Mamadou Diarra, and Chris Mastrangelo.
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FOI #23-500 (11-5-23, 4:42 pm)
Sexual assault cases on Storrs campus
Name: Student Student
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: Hello,
I am seeking all sexual assault or sexual harassment reports submitted to the University of Connecticut from January 1st, 2020 to October 31st, 2023 under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act § 1-200 et seq.
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FOI #23-499 (11-5-23, 5:08 am)
Institutional Biosafety Committee documents
Name: Dan Patrone
Affiliation: Withheld.
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: 11/05/2023
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: I am writing to request:
1. Copies of the minutes from the two most recent IBC meetings.
2. The IBC’s roster with biographical sketches from your most recent available annual report
This request is pursuant to Section IV-B-2-a-(7) of the NIH GUIDELINES FOR RESEARCH INVOLVING RECOMBINANT OR SYNTHETIC NUCLEIC ACID MOLECULES (NIH GUIDELINES), which states that, “Upon request, the institution shall make available to the public all Institutional Biosafety Committee meeting minutes and any documents submitted to or received from funding agencies which the latter are required to make available to the public.” (See also question 8 of the OSP ‘s FAQ here: https://osp.od.nih.gov/policies/biosafety-and-biosecurity-policy/faqs-about-ibc-meetings-and-minutes/).
I would appreciate either the requested documents or an estimated completion date to be provided before Dec 1st, 2023. If your institution collects charges that would be associated with this request, I ask that, prior to conducting the search, you please let me know this and the estimated costs.
This request is for non-commercial purposes. I will accept redactions of private or protected information
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FOI #23-498 (11-4-23, 7:21 pm)
Freedom of Information Request – Allocation of University Funds to Sports and Academics
Name: Student Student
Affiliation: UConn Daily Campus Columnist
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: 11/04/2023
Request Date End: 11/11/2023
Details: Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-200 et seq.), I hereby submit a request for access to and copies of records detailing the University of Connecticut's financial allocations and expenditures on sports programs, academic departments, institutions, and research facilities for the fiscal years (2010-2023)
The nature of my journalistic inquiry is grounded in the public interest, with the purpose of informing UConn students, faculty, stakeholders, and the broader community about how tuition fees and public funds are being utilized within the university. It is vital for students and their families, who invest significantly in their education, to understand where their money is going and how it is shaping the academic and athletic environment of UConn. This transparency is not only essential for accountability but also contributes to informed decision-making by prospective students and donors.
The focus of my investigation is to discern whether there is a balanced support between the university's renowned sports programs and the academic and research growth on campus, including any plans or ongoing construction of new institutions or research facilities. This analysis aims to ensure the well-rounded development of the university's offerings and resources.
To assist in this endeavor, I am requesting the following records:
Detailed annual budget reports for the specified period, showing the funding allocations to both athletic and academic programs.
Capital expenditure reports related to the construction of new sports facilities, institutions, or research facilities within the university grounds.
Strategic plans, board meeting minutes, or internal communications discussing funding priorities or changes affecting sports and academic departments, including any construction of new facilities.
Comparative financial analyses, if available, showing the trends in funding allocations between sports and academics over the specified period.
I believe that the disclosure of these records is in the public interest and will not only contribute to a better understanding of UConn's financial priorities but will also provide a vital transparency that reinforces trust and accountability in the university's stewardship of its resources.
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FOI #23-497 (11-3-23, 9:22 am)
Camera footage of vendor falling
Name: Benjamin DeVivo
Affiliation: Casella Waste Systems
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: 11/02/2023
Request Date End: 11/02/2023
Details: Hello, On November 2nd between 6:45AM and 7 :00AM a Casella - Willimantic Waste employee was loading recyclables into the back of a truck from the inside loading area at the student union loading dock and fell between the truck and the dock due to his own actions. I don't believe the employee was following all of our safety protocols and would like to request a copy of the video to review with the driver and our safety team. The camera located inside the loading area would be best. Please give me a call if you have any questions. 860-933-7596. Thank you, Ben DeVivo
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FOI #23-494 (11-1-23, 8:42 am)
Contract/Record Request
Name: Joel Shroades
Affiliation: SmartProcure
Location: UConn Storrs
Request Date Start: Withheld.
Request Date End: Withheld.
Details: Requesting the current or active contract in place between the vendor VanillaSoft and the university.
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