Muncie Reporter

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Ball State University by a representative from the Muncie Reporter. The request seeks access to specific records under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act. The records requested include a current list of members of the University's governing board or board of trustees, detailing 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. Lastly, it requests any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.

The Muncie Reporter emphasizes its role in gathering and reporting news to the public and highlights the importance of access to public records in fulfilling its professional responsibilities. As part of their request, they have also asked for a fee waiver citing their status as media professionals. They note their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids 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.