WZND announced nine Illinois State University alumni will be inducted into the prestigious Illinois State University Broadcast Hall of Fame on April 9.
Legends of radio waves to be inducted into Broadcast Hall of Fame at Illinois State University
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Three WZND students win BEA scholarships
The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) is an academic media organization, promoting insights, excellence in media production, and career advancement for educators, students, and professionals. Illinois State University’s School of Communication is proud to have three students who won scholarships in this nationwide competition.
Dr. Kenneth Harris has radio in his blood, thanks to the School of Communication
Dr. Kenneth Harris Jr. ’84 is an alumnus who has excelled in broadcasting since graduating from Illinois State University and the School of Communication with his Bachelor of Science degree in mass communication.
WZND Wins BEA Signature Station Award…Again
With immense pride, our very own WZND Fuzed Radio Station took home the gold, and secured the title, “Radio National Signature Station,” for the remainder of 2021. This is not the first time WZND has won this very award. Previously, in 2018, they earned the very same title.
Campus media during a pandemic: WZND stays on the air through technology, tenacity
The best way to train future broadcast media professionals is to immerse them in the real world of running a 24-hour radio station. Illinois State’s student-run radio station, WZND, is figuring out how to do that with proper safety precautions in place.
Day in the life: Marketing student involved across campus
Check out a day in the life of an Illinois State student.
WZND continues award-winning streak
On state, national, and international levels, WZND represents Illinois State University as one of the best college radio stations in the country.
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.
Student to star: Alumna Katie Neal’s journey to hosting on Big Apple’s only country music station
Illinois State alumna Katie Neal ’12 never wanted to work in radio because she hated the sound of her own voice.
WZND station earns top national honors
WZND Fuzed Radio, Illinois State’s student-run radio station, has been named the Broadcast Education Association’s 2018 National Signature Station.
