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Ambassador program extends to second UW campus
The WBA campus ambassador program is expanding to a second campus after its pilot year at UW-Oshkosh. Two students at UW-Whitewater will serve as WBA ambassadors starting in the fall semester. The ambassador program was launched in 2025 on the UW-Oshkosh campus with two students: Dylan Przybylski and Jacob Link. The students acted as representatives…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The September/October issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
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Shockleys establish Young Broadcasters Development Fund
WBA Hall of Famers Terry and Sandy Shockley are the founding grantors of the newly established Young Broadcasters Development Fund, aimed at inspiring career building in the broadcast industry. “Our mission with this fund is to inspire and motivate young people to pursue a career in broadcasting,” Terry and Sandy Shockey said. “The rewards are…
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Engineers gather in Wisconsin for Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic
I’m pleased to report that the 70th Midwest Regional Broadcasters Clinic was a tremendous success. This annual event, a collaborative effort between the engineering teams of the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association, attracted attendees from 36 states, Washington, D.C., and four countries, making it one of the most geographically diverse Clinics to…
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Student scholarship competition underway
Do you know a student who could use assistance with educational expenses? The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation offers three $2,500 scholarships and one $1,500 scholarship. Students who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. The application process is online. It’s available on the WBA website at wi-broadcasters.org/scholarships Students who have completed at…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The May/June issue of Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from this issue:
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Madison station adds co-host, engagement specialist
Life 102.5 (WNWC) in Madison has named Natalie Gross as morning show co-host and engagement specialist. “Natalie brings so much joy and talent to the team,” said Life 102.5 Program Director and Morning Show Host Dave Conour. “She fits the ‘Northie’ culture in every way, and it’s an honor to have her join the…
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Wisconsin broadcasters take bow at WBA Awards Gala
Radio and television stations from across Wisconsin were on hand Saturday to be recognized at the 2024 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala. The awards were handed out at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton with 400 in attendance. Competition for this year’s awards was as strong as ever with 1,535 award entries. A total of…
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Gutiérrez named co-anchor of ‘WISN 12 News at 6 p.m.’
Diana Gutiérrez will be the new co-anchor of ‘WISN 12 News at 6 p.m.,’ effective June 3. She joins co-anchor Patrick Paolantonio, Chief Meteorologist Mark Baden, and Sports Director Dario Melendez on the weekday evening newscast. In addition to this new role, Gutiérrez continues to serve as co-anchor of ‘WISN 12 News at 10 p.m.’…
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Good Karma stations to air UW women’s volleyball
Good Karma Brands (GKB) stations 1000.5 ESPN Madison (WTLX) and 620 WTMJ in Milwaukee will serve as the new home for University of Wisconsin women’s volleyball, beginning in the 2024-2025 season. UW Women’s Volleyball completed the 2023 season at No. 3 in the AVCA Poll after a trip to the semifinals in the NCAA Tournament.…
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Date set for 2 to join KISS FM morning show
Katie Schurk and Nick Vitrano will join Otis Day on 95.9 KISS FM (WKSZ-FM) in Green Bay on June 10. The move was announced in January and will happen now that a non-compete clause is expiring. “The question I get asked all the time finally has an answer. I couldn’t be more happy to have…
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New radio, TV spots promote updated WBA Hall of Fame
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation is releasing new radio and TV spots promoting the WBA Hall of Fame at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center. The spots feature WBA and WBA Foundation President and CEO Michelle Vetterkind. They feature recent changes made to enhance and grow the Hall of Fame space. “The Wisconsin Broadcasters Hall of Fame is…
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Garbaciak to step away from anchor desk
WISN-TV anchor and WBA Hall of Fame member Joyce Garbaciak is stepping away from the anchor desk at the Milwaukee station and will take on a role as a special projects contributing correspondent. Garbaciak will anchor her final newscast on May 31. “Joyce has had an immeasurable impact on our local community for many, many…
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Weekly Radio Addresses focused on environment, antisemitism
This week’s Weekly Radio Addresses from Wisconsin’s Capitol focus on Earth Day and antisemitism. These addresses are available for Wisconsin broadcasters to use as they see fit. Here are the summaries from WisPolitics: — In this week’s Dem , Gov. Tony Evers celebrates Earth Day, highlighting Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge goal to plant 100 million…
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Beno to retire from WBA Education Committee
WBA Education Committee Chair Ken Beno is retiring from the committee. He’s shared the following thoughts. Thank you for your service Ken! I have recently made the very difficult decision to step aside as Chair of the WBA Education Committee. I have been part of the WBA for more than 30 years, and the Education…
