FOIA Request to Shawnee State University regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025.
A request for public records was sent to Shawnee State University under the Ohio Open Records Law. The request seeks a current list of members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees, including each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service. Additionally, it requests any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications, directories, or on the University’s website. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are also requested. These include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
The request was made by South Ohio News as part of their commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization emphasizes that access to public records is essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities of holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. They have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at this link.
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