FOIA Request to Murray State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A request for public records was sent to Murray State University by Bluegrass Times, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, submitted under the Kentucky Open Records Act § 61.872 et seq., seeks several specific pieces of information related to the University’s governing board or board of trustees.
The requested information includes a current list of board members with details such as each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service. Additionally, the request asks for any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications or directories. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the University are also sought. These documents may be used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
Bluegrass Times emphasizes its role in gathering and reporting news to the public and highlights the importance of access to public records in fulfilling their professional responsibilities. They argue that this access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given their status as a media organization, they have requested a fee waiver for this information.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine 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.
