FOIA Request to New Jersey Institute of Technology regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A request has been made under the New Jersey Open Public Records Act by Newark Reporter, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request seeks specific records from the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) concerning its governing board or board of trustees.
The requested information includes a current list of members of NJIT’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 asks for any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the university for use in official publications, directories, or on its website. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by NJIT are also sought. These include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website.
Newark Reporter emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. They have also requested a fee waiver as they qualify as media professionals.
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