Minnesota State Wire

FOIA Request to University of Minnesota-Duluth regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

A request for public records was submitted to the University of Minnesota-Duluth by Minnesota State Wire, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, made under the Minnesota Data Practices Act § 13.01 et seq., seeks specific information about the university's governing board or board of trustees.

The requested records include a current list of board members with details such as full names, titles or positions, and terms of service. Additionally, any official headshots or photographs maintained by the university for use in publications or on its website are requested. The request also covers any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared by the university for press releases, directories, or public profiles.

Minnesota State Wire emphasizes the importance of access to these public records to fulfill their role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. As a member of the media, they have requested a fee waiver due to their professional responsibilities in disseminating information to the public.

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 through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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.