WGLT has earned three regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for its local reporting and newscasts and will advance to the prestigious National Murrow Award competition this summer.
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WGLT interns earn scholarships for work promoting diversity, inclusion
Growing up devouring the pages of African American investigative journalist Ida B. Wells and studying CNN and NPR political analyst Angela Rye’s commentary, Illinois State junior Tiffani Jackson wanted to get into media for one reason: “Be the change you can see.”
WGLT experiences exciting changes
For the past year, WGLT, ISU’s NPR affiliate housed under the School of Communication, has experienced significant changes and anticipating exciting new opportunities on the horizon.
WGLT announces 2019 Hall of Fame class
The WGLT Hall of Fame recognizes those who have made contributions integral to WGLT’s ongoing excellence in public service to the Illinois State University, Bloomington-Normal, and McLean County communities.
WGLT staff reaches 100 percent participation in giving back
All staff members of WGLT invested in the Redbirds Rising campaign, showing their unwavering support for the University and commitment to the students. The radio station is hoping their efforts will inspire other campus units to reach 100 percent participation, as well as inspire all faculty, staff, and retirees to make a gift.
Individuals, organizations honored for civic engagement work
Illinois State University recognized students, faculty, staff, and on- and off-campus groups for their outstanding contributions to civic engagement.
WGLT earns 7 awards from Associated Press
The Illinois Associated Press Broadcasters Association has honored GLT for journalistic excellence with seven awards, including individual staff honors and stationwide recognition for Outstanding News Operation.
WGLT nominated for ISU Civic Engagement Award
WGLT is nominating its series of 2018–2019 Community Conversations and Election Forums for consideration of the Civic Engagement: Unit Award.
Next WGLT Community Conversation Focuses on youth mental health
WGLT, Illinois State University’s NPR station, will convene a panel of experts February 12 to discuss the most pressing youth mental health needs in Bloomington-Normal.
WGLT to host forums For Bloomington, Normal council candidates
WGLT, Illinois State University’s NPR station, will team up with the League of Women Voters of McLean County for two candidate forums to inform voters ahead of the April 2 election.