FOIA Request to Bowling Green State University-Firelands regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A public records request was submitted by Buckeye Reporter to Bowling Green State University-Firelands 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, 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. The request also includes any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University, such as those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
The requester emphasized their role as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They highlighted that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities of holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. Furthermore, they requested a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.
The requestor is affiliated with 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. More information about this organization can be found at this link.
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.
