FOIA Request to Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
Bay State News has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. The request seeks detailed information about the members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. Specifically, the request asks for a current list of board members, including their full names, titles or positions, and terms of service. Additionally, it requests any official headshots or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications or directories. Furthermore, the request includes any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the University for press releases or public profiles.
The request was made under the Massachusetts Public Records Act ยง 66-10 et seq., with a preference for receiving this information in electronic format. Bay State News emphasizes its role in providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs and highlights its commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions. As part of this effort, Bay State News is seeking a fee waiver as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public.
Bay State News 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 coalition can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
