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Engineering students successfully complete a NASA challenge; WGVU Public Media and University Communications earn awards.
July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
April 4, 2023 (Volume 46, Number 15)
Article by
Brian Vernellis
Jim Rademaker, WGVU general manager
Photo Credit: Kendra Stanley-Mills
WGVU-FM announced on March 24 it is a finalist for the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Station Excellence Award. The award recognizes Michigan radio and television stations that demonstrate excellence in overall performance, including programming, community service and marketing.
The MAB’s Broadcast Excellence Awards Gala will be April 29 at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit.
This year, WGVU-FM was honored with five best-in-category awards, including Feature/Use of a Medium; Marketing Materials & Promos; Musical Programming; Newscast; and Special Interest & Cultural Programming. Additionally, WGVU-FM is a finalist for Community Involvement.
"Individual successes are always celebrated," said Patrick Center, WGVU news and public affairs director. "This past year proved WGVU has many talented colleagues performing at a high level. Taken together, the MAB accomplishments demonstrate an impressive team effort."
WGVU-FM strives for excellence in broadcasting by providing quality programming for its listeners and engaging in meaningful community outreach initiatives.
“It’s exciting to see the hard work our local team puts in each day recognized for its impact and excellence,” Jim Rademaker, WGVU general manager, said.
WGVU's broadcast stations are licensed to Grand Valley as public radio and television facilities, operating from the Meijer Public Broadcast Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
This article was last edited on March 30, 2023 at 9:58 a.m.
Engineering students successfully complete a NASA challenge; WGVU Public Media and University Communications earn awards.
July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
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June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)
Highlights include a student recognized nationally for their commitment to democratic engagement, and Project Grand Path will be presented at a tech and innovation conference in Colorado.
May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)