Freedom of Information Law

Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Request

SUNY Geneseo fully complies with the New York State Freedom of Information Law (Article VI, Public Officers Law, as amended effective January 1, 1978). This law was enacted to assure public accountability of state agencies while protecting individuals against unwarranted invasions of personal privacy.

All requests for SUNY Geneseo records under FOIL should be made in writing, through campus mail, campus email, or via U.S. Postal Service to:

Compliance Office
1 College Circle – Doty 320
Geneseo, NY 14454

FOIL@geneseo.edu

 

Request records, in writing, from the FOIL Administrator. Reasonably describe the record(s) sought and include as much descriptive information as possible, such as:

  • Date range
  • Key words in a record
  • File type (e.g., email, .txt, .pdf)
  • Information that may help locate records

To expedite your request, provide your contact information including email, phone number, and postal mail address.

Additional resources:

  • Freedom of Information Law - Public Officers Law, Article 6
  • SUNY Geneseo ensures that the public's access to information is protected according to the law and the policies of the State University of New York.
  • SUNY Geneseo may charge applicable fees for this service as outlined in Public Officers Law, Article 6.