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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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WSAW-TV’s ‘Share Your Holidays” raises $149K on 20th anniversary
WSAW-TV’s annual Share Your Holidays campaign raised $149,063 and thousands of pounds of non-perishable food during its 20th year. One hundred percent of the money is split between the Wausau Salvation Army and The Neighbors’ Place. Food that was donated will go to Peyton’s Promise for distribution to multiple food pantries. “Even 20 years into…
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Woodward lights up ‘The FUSE’
Woodward Radio Group has changed its Adult Contemporary station KZ 104.3 (WKZG) to an Alternative music format branded “Wisconsin’s Alternative, 104.3 The FUSE.” “KZ” ended its Christmas music on Dec. 27 and started stunting as “104.3, Weird Al Radio.” The station played nothing but songs from the parody artist, Weird Al Yankovic, for a week…
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Young broadcasting professionals recognized for contributions
Young professionals are making their mark on broadcasting in Wisconsin and the WBA is recognizing them. The WBA Young Professional of the Year Award seeks to recognize young broadcasters who have made a significant impact on their stations and communities. A subcommittee of the WBA Board of Directors selected five young professionals to recognize in…
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WBA Student Seminar to focus on diversity of career options
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) Student Seminar is set for Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton. Hayley Tenpas is presenting the keynote address. Tenpas, a UW-Whitewater grad, is also featured on a panel in the morning and will hand out the 20th annual “Student Awards for Excellence” during lunch. In addition, the four recipients of the WBA…
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Wisconsin Broadcaster available now
The November/December issue of the Wisconsin Broadcaster is now available. Highlights from his issue:
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Work lies ahead during a busy 2023
Since this is my first column as WBA Chair, I want to start by saying that I am honored and excited to take on this new responsibility. And to assure you that I am committed to working with the WBA Board to always represent the best interests of Wisconsin broadcasters, and to offer the best…
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WORT remembers dedicated volunteer
Madison community radio station WORT is remembering a dedicated volunteer who died Dec. 1. Kathy Hoveland was a deeply involved and enthusiastic volunteer at WORT. Station staff said she brightened everyone’s day during her receptionist shifts, sharing acerbic wit and quips while ensuring all guests to the station felt welcome. Hoveland served on WORT’s Events…
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International visit reminder of broadcasting’s critical role
Your WBA was recently invited to meet with a group of international journalists traveling the U.S. to talk about the role of local broadcasters in Wisconsin. It was a lively and enlightening session for all. The U.S. State Department organized the visit that included journalists from countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.…
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Jacobs: My Biggest Observation of 2022
As many of you know, we work with a broad array of broadcasters – commercial stations in markets of all sizes, public radio and Christian radio – and for a lot of media-adjacent companies whose products support broadcasters. We also own a mobile app company – jacapps – which provides us with a unique perspective…
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CBS 58 hires Collins as Director of Strategic Marketing
CBS 58 (WDJT-TV) in Milwaukee has named Jim Collins Director of Strategic Marketing. Collins will work with all departments to increase ratings, revenue, visibility, and involvement in the community. He will report to General Manager Anne Brown. Collins joins CBS 58 from WTMJ-TV, where he was most recently News Content… Source
