FOIA Request to University of Massachusetts Medical School regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A public records request was submitted by Bay State News to the University of Massachusetts Medical School. The request, made under the Massachusetts Public Records Act ยง 66-10 et seq., seeks information related to 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 publications or directories and any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the University.
The requester has indicated that they are a member of 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 on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Bay State News has requested these records in electronic format and has also asked for a fee waiver based on their role as a media professional responsible for gathering and reporting news to the public. This request aims to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions.
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.
