Request Log

FOI #25-292 (07-9-25, 11:44 am) - Subject - Expenditures

Name - Megan Russell-Erlich

Affiliation - Acme Research

Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, we formally request that your office provide us with public spending information, including both capital and operating expenditures, for
payments made by or on behalf of The University of Connecticut Health Center during fiscal year 2025. Specifically, for any payee other than a regular employee or student paid a cumulative
total amount of more than $5,000, we seek the payee name, address and the cumulative total dollar amount paid to the subject payee over the relevant time period. The $5,000 threshold was
established to minimize reporting for respondents. This is the same information that your office was kind enough to provide via email for fiscal year 2024.

The information is to be used for research aimed at identifying patterns of spending by public entities. No part of the data will be used as a mailing list and your supplying the information cannot be construed as an endorsement of either your payees or our work. We are willing to reimburse your office for any reasonable expense incurred in preparing the
requested information if an estimate of costs is provided for our approval before the work is performed. We would prefer to receive the data in CSV, text, PDF document, Excel spreadsheet
attached to an email, via our file sharing website to our secure server, or on PC-formatted media sent by mail.

Should you have questions or need to advise us to redirect this request, we can be reached at 800-810-3846 or via e-mail at HigherEd@acmeresearch.com. Kindly confirm receipt of this letter andcontact our office to let us know your time frame for a response. Thank you for your assistance!

FOI #25-291 - Subject - Coaches Contracts

Name - Anthony Ferguson

Affiliation -

Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act § 1-200 et seq., I am requesting an opportunity to obtain copies of the following public records:
1. The current Men's Head Football Coach contract between Jim Mora and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
2. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Matt Brock and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
3. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Gordon Sammis and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
4. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Doug Shearer and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
5. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Kenny McClendon and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
6. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Pryce Tracy and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
7. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Christian Pace and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
8. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Kashif Moore and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
9. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Antonio Wilcox and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
10. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Cole Peterson and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
11. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Dalton Hilliard and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
12. The current Men's Assistant Football Coach contract between Siriki Diabate and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
13. The current Men’s Football Director of Strength & Conditioning contract between Tyson Brown and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
14. The current Men’s Football Associate Director of Football Strength & Conditioning contract between Shelton Bynum and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
15. The current Men’s Football Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach contract between Drew Stefanelli and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
16. The current Men’s Football Assistant of Strength & Conditioning Coach contract between Cody Swanson and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
17. The current Executive Director of Football and Recruiting contract between Justin Cummings-Morrow and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
18. The current Director of Football Operations contract between Tayler Riddick and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
19. The current Men’s Football General Manager contract between Eddie Hernon and University of Connecticut including any amendments thereto
20. The current Director of Athletics contract between Davi

FOI #25-290 (07-3-25, 10:28 pm) - Subject - Records and communications related to CAPS program withdrawal requests and associated university administrative actions from June 20, 2025,

Name - Student Student

Affiliation - Independent Student at UConn

Subject: FOIA Request for Immediate Release of Records Regarding CAPS Program Withdrawal Urgent and Good Faith Request

Dear FOIA Officer,

I write to you in good faith and with urgency under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act to formally request full disclosure of all records, communications, and documents pertaining to the CAPS program withdrawal processes and any related administrative actions at the University of Connecticut.

This request specifically covers the period from June 20, 2025, to the present date and includes but is not limited to:
• All emails, memos, internal and external correspondence involving CAPS program staff, university administrators, and any other relevant parties concerning student withdrawals, dismissals, or pressures to withdraw from the CAPS program.
• Official policies, guidelines, and decisions related to CAPS withdrawal procedures during this timeframe.
• Minutes, notes, or recordings from meetings or discussions addressing the oversight, management, or disciplinary actions concerning CAPS participants.
• Any documentation reflecting delays, deflections, or disrespectful handling of withdrawal requests or student concerns within the CAPS program.

As a committed student who wishes to continue my education at UConn, I believe transparency and accountability in this matter are essential for safeguarding student rights and fostering an equitable academic environment.

Given the serious implications this matter has on student rights, institutional accountability, and public trust, I expect a full and transparent response. If any portion of this request is denied or withheld, please provide a detailed justification citing the specific statutory exemptions under the FOIA.

I am prepared to cover any reasonable fees associated with processing this request, but please notify me in advance if such fees will exceed $50.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter. I anticipate your response within the legally required timeframe and trust that the University will honor its commitment to transparency and accountability.


FOI #25-289 (07-2-25, 8:35 am) - Subject - Athletics revenue-sharing financial information

Name - Matt Baker

Affiliation - The Athletic

As part of our news-gathering process at The Athletic, I’m writing to make a public records request. As of July 1, NCAA rules allow schools to pay their athletes directly under the terms of the House v. NCAA lawsuit settlement. As such, I’m requesting:

*UConn’s payroll as it relates to the payments allowed because of the settlement. By payroll, I mean the list, spreadsheet or other such record showing which individuals are being paid, how much they’re receiving and any other related financial terms.

*UConn’s broader athletics budget as it relates to these payments. By that, I mean the athletic department’s budget per sport with the so-called House/revenue-sharing payments. Many schools have said publicly that they’re allocating funds in this manner with a certain percentage/dollar amount going to football, a different percentage to men’s basketball, etc.

In simple terms, I’m asking for the document or documents that show what your school/athletic department is paying with breakdowns by sport and by individual.

If you contend any responsive records are not public, please cite the specific statutory exemption that you believe applies. Email (mbaker@theathletic.com) is my preferred way to receive the records. Please let me know in advance if the cost for production exceeds $50 so I can inform my editors and potentially amend my request. Finally, I hope this request is straightforward and easy enough to understand. If, however, you have questions or require clarification, let me know. I’ll be glad to work with you to make the process as efficient as possible for everyone.

FOI #25-288 (07-1-25, 11:09 am) - Subject - Contracts/Agreements/Invoices with Accreditors

Name - Casey Ryan

Affiliation - Defending Education

I am formally requesting copies of any contracts, agreements, or invoices that the university currently has or has had in the past with the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME), American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), American Bar Association (ABA), American Psychological Association (APA), Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). I am seeking these records from January 1, 2020, to the present.

FOI #25-287 (06-30-25, 8:59 am) - Subject - Arrest Data Request

Name - Bakhtawar Zehra

Affiliation - Midwest Safety

NOTE: Please reference this link for tracking in ANY response! https://app.clickup.com/t/86dx4ww8d

Hi!
This is a request for a list of arrests during the time frame listed below. A desired output would be a table, spreadsheet or CSV that includes the incident date and time, arrest date and time, incident location, charge(s), case number, suspect name and age.

Dates: From January 1st 2024 to June 1st 2025

Preferred Delivery Format:
A digital copy is preferred whenever possible (CSV or spreadsheet via email, secure portal, or file-sharing service). If mailing is required, please use the following address:

Our mailing address has changed:
Midwest Safety
476 E. Main St. #1228
Galesburg, IL 61401

About Midwest Safety
Midwest Safety is a small team committed to using media to highlight the daily work of first responders and promote public safety. We greatly appreciate your time and assistance with this request. Please let us know if any clarification is needed.

Thank you for your help,
Bakhtawar / Volunteer
Becca C. / Team Lead
Escalations/Concerns: 309-315-3949
Email: bakhtawar@midwest-safety.com

FOI #25-286 - Subject - Coaching Contracts Request

Name - Chris Johnson

Affiliation -

Under your State’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), I’m writing to request access to the following documents related to your varsity athletics coaching staff:
• All current employment contracts for coaches of all varsity sports, including:
o Amendments, addenda, and compensation memoranda
• Documents that detail:
o Bonus structures
o Contract extensions
o Ancillary and deferred compensation
o Sponsorship or endorsement agreements
o Any other forms of coach remuneration

FOI #25-285 (06-26-25, 11:23 am) - Subject - Contract - Temporary IT Support #UCHC4-155915401.

Name - Abhishek Shinde

Affiliation - Infojini, Inc.

We are requesting public records for the contract - Temporary IT Support #UCHC4-155915401,

Please send us the following details:

1. Technical & Cost Proposals of all the awarded (Incumbent) vendors
2. Bid tabulation/scoring sheet of the award
3. Yearly spend on the awarded vendor and total budget of the contract
4. Final expiration date of the contract
5. Anticipated timeline for re-solicitation

If there are any fees for searching or copying these records, please inform us in advance before filling out our request. If in case there are no records or details of the request above, please respond stating the reason.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

FOI #25-284 - Subject - Open Records Request

Name -

Affiliation -

I’d like to submit an open records request for electronic copies of current contracts for the following individuals who will be on staff for the 2025-26 academic year - please include any/all amendments/extensions with the original contract.

1. Athletics’ Director
2. Head Men’s Basketball Coach
3. 5 Full-Time Assistant Men’s Basketball Coaches
4. All Support Staff members (I.e. “General Manager,” “Chief of Staff,” “Special Assistant to the Head Coach,” “Director of Player Personnel, Associate AD Basketball Operations,” etc.)
5. Strength and Conditioning Coach or Director of Sports Performance Coach for Men’s Basketball
6. Head Women’s Basketball Coach
7. 5 Full-Time Women’s Basketball Coaches
8. All Support Staff members (I.e. “General Manager,” “Chief of Staff,” “Special Assistant to the Head Coach,” “Director of Player Personnel, Associate AD Basketball Operations,” etc.)
9. Strength and Conditioning Coach or Director of Sports Performance Coach for Women’s Basketball

While full contracts are strongly preferred, if they are not available for assistant coaches or support staffers, annual salary figures will suffice. 

FOI #25-283 - Subject - Contract # #5-2814 On Call Professional Temporary Services

Name - Crystal Cooper

Affiliation -

I respectfully request access to and copies of records pertaining to Contract # #5-2814 On Call Professional Temporary Services.

Specifically, I am requesting the following information:

• A list of all task orders or requirements issued under this contract since its inception.
• The names of vendors selected for each task order.
• An expenditure breakdown categorized by client department and vendor.
• A list of candidates currently employed under this contract, including:
o Their respective position titles
o Bill rates, along with the associated vendor names and client agency or department
o Point of contact details of the hiring managers for the task orders released

Name Affiliation Subject Location Request Status
Megan Russell-Erlich Acme Research Expenditures UConn Health Complete
Anthony Ferguson Coaches Contracts UConn Storrs In progress
Student Student Independent Student at UConn Records and communications related to CAPS program withdrawal requests and associated university administrative actions from June 20, 2025, UConn Storrs Complete
Matt Baker The Athletic Athletics revenue-sharing financial information UConn Storrs Denied - Exempt
Casey Ryan Defending Education Contracts/Agreements/Invoices with Accreditors UConn Storrs Complete
Bakhtawar Zehra Midwest Safety Arrest Data Request UConn Regional Campus Complete
Chris Johnson Coaching Contracts Request UConn Storrs In progress
Abhishek Shinde Infojini, Inc. Contract - Temporary IT Support #UCHC4-155915401. UConn Health Complete
Open Records Request UConn Storrs In progress
Crystal Cooper Contract # #5-2814 On Call Professional Temporary Services UConn Storrs In progress