FOIA Request to University of Kentucky regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A request for public records has been submitted to the University of Kentucky under the Kentucky Open Records Act. The request seeks detailed 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. Lastly, it seeks any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the university for press releases or public profiles.
The request was made by Bluegrass Times, a media organization focused on providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization is seeking this information to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. In line with their role in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition can be found at this link.
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.
