FOIA Request to Mississippi Valley State University regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
Magnolia State News has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Mississippi Valley State University seeking detailed information about the members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. The request, sent on October 22, 2025, asks for several specific records under the Mississippi Public Records Act § 25-61-1 et seq., with a preference for receiving these documents in electronic format.
The requested records include a current list of board members with 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. Furthermore, Magnolia State News is asking for any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the University that are used for press releases or public profiles.
As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, Magnolia State News emphasizes its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In line with this mission, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals. The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA 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.
