FOIA Request to Morehead State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A request for public records has been submitted to Morehead State University under the Kentucky Open Records Act. The request seeks information about the university’s governing board or board of trustees. Specifically, it asks for a current list of board members, including their full names, titles or positions, and terms of service. Additionally, the request includes any official headshots or photographs maintained by the university for use in publications or on its website. It also seeks any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the university for press releases, directories, or public profiles.
The request was made by Bluegrass Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of their professional responsibilities to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency to the public, they have requested these records in electronic format. They have also indicated that they are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at this link.
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