FOIA Request to University of Arkansas Grantham regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the University of Arkansas Grantham by Natural State News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request, sent on October 22, 2025, seeks several records related to the University’s governing board or board of trustees.
The specific information requested includes a current list of members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. This list should include 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 the University’s website. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are also sought. These may include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
Natural State News emphasized that access to these public records is essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities as members of the media. They believe they are eligible for a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information and holding public institutions accountable.
The requestor 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 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.
