FOIA Request to University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025.
A request has been made under the Texas Public Information Act by Tyler Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing thorough and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request seeks specific records from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler, with a preference for receiving them in electronic format.
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, any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications, directories, or on its website are requested. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are sought. These may include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, Tyler Reporter emphasizes that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities. This includes holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The request also notes eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists news 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 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.
