Jefferson City News

FOIA Request to Lincoln University of Missouri regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Lincoln University of Missouri on October 22, 2025. The request, made under the Missouri Sunshine Law § 610.023 et seq., seeks specific records related to the university's governing board or board of trustees.

The requested information includes 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 the university’s website. Lastly, it seeks any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the university that are used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.

This request was submitted by Jefferson City News as part of their commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The media organization emphasized its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. They also mentioned their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit corporation assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.