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FOIA Request to Purdue University Northwest regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Purdue University Northwest on October 22, 2025, seeking specific records related to the university's governing board. The request, made under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act § 5-14-3-1 et seq., was sent by The Region News, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs.

The requested records include a current list of members of the university’s governing board or board of trustees. This list should contain each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service. Additionally, the request seeks any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the university for use in official publications or directories. Lastly, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the university are also requested. These biographies are typically used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.

The Region News has emphasized its role in gathering and reporting news to the public as part of its professional responsibilities. They have highlighted their commitment to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. As a media organization involved in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver for accessing these records.

The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: 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.