FOIA Request to Fitchburg State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Fitchburg State University by Bay State News on October 22, 2025. The request seeks specific records under the Massachusetts Public Records Act ยง 66-10 et seq., with a preference for receiving these documents in electronic format.
The requested records include a current list of members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. This list should detail 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, directories, or on its website. Lastly, it seeks any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University. These may include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
Bay State News is committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to these public records is deemed essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requester has indicated that they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists news media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies. More information about this organization 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.
