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FOIA Request to Southeast Missouri State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Southeast Missouri State University on October 22, 2025. The request seeks specific records under the Missouri Sunshine Law § 610.023 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information 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. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are also sought. These biographies may be used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.

The requester is affiliated with Cape News and emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling their role in providing comprehensive news coverage and ensuring transparency within public institutions. As a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver.

The requester is also a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

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.