This year’s World College Radio Day (WCRD) carried the theme “Tune In to the People,” emphasizing how student broadcasters around the globe give voice to their peers, their communities, and the causes that unite us. From classrooms to radio booths, thousands of students and professors sustained the passion for communicating with purpose and connecting through sound. This year’s awards recognize the extraordinary efforts that were made by participating college radio stations from around the world.
College radio remains an essential space for dialogue, diversity, and creative collaboration. More than a medium, it stands as a movement—one that embodies the critical thinking, social engagement, and cultural vitality of universities worldwide.
Global Marathon Awards Honor Excellence
The World College Radio Day Organizing Committee proudly announces the distinguished stations recognized for their outstanding participation in the WCRD25 24-Hour Global Marathon that was exclusively hosted by Live365.com:
- Best Program Award: Asociación de Radios Universitarias de España (Spain) — for excellence in program quality and relevance.
- Audience Choice Award: KTU Radio (Ghana) — for attracting the highest live listenership during the global marathon.
- Host Award: UCC 98.3FM (Ireland) — for its technical coordination and leadership in organizing the worldwide broadcast.
“These distinctions reflect the collaborative spirit, creativity, and global community that define college radio,” said Gabriel Menchero, 2025–26 World College Radio Day President. “Every year, students and educators remind us how powerful radio can be as a voice for empathy and connection.”
The Spirit of College Radio Awards 2025
In addition to the Marathon honors, the annual Spirit of College Radio Awards recognize campus stations that demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and community impact aligned with this year’s theme. Here are the ten winners for this year, chosen from the hundreds of participating radio stations:
- Aggie Radio 92.3 KBLU-LP (Utah State University, USA): Transformed a bustling student hub into a live eight-hour broadcast space, featuring twelve DJs celebrating diverse creative voices.
- 91.1 The Junction (Mississippi State University, USA): Partnered with the campus’s largest cultural event, Bulldog Bash, amplifying college radio’s reach to thousands.
- 90.5 WUMC Milligan Radio (Milligan University, USA): Hosted a campus-inclusive broadcast showcasing local artists, student athletes, and cross-cultural music from Appalachia to Serbia.
- Juice FM (Cork College of FET Tramore Road Campus, Ireland): Explored inclusivity and representation within Irish radio, highlighting often-overlooked voices.
- KCWU-FM 88.1 The ’Burg (Central Washington University, USA): Engaged students through live events and outreach, partnering with campus police for a day of community connection.
- KWSC-FM (Wayne State College, USA): Produced live studio and campus broadcasts that highlighted student growth and opportunities in media and sports.
- Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM (Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines): Hosted a multimedia day of reflection, conversation, and music celebrating radio’s power to connect and empower.
- WESS 90.3FM (East Stroudsburg University, USA): Created a hands-on training and mentoring experience for aspiring student broadcasters on College Radio Day.
- WPTS Radio (University of Pittsburgh, USA): Dedicated eight hours of themed programming spotlighting local communities, artists, and social advocacy in Pittsburgh.
- WXVU The Roar 89.1 FM (Villanova University, USA): Presented a 24-hour marathon featuring 22 DJs and a musical journey spanning genres and decades.
A Celebration of Global Unity
The Organizing Committee of World College Radio Day extends heartfelt gratitude and congratulations to all participating stations, academics, students, and listeners who made this worldwide celebration possible. Together, these efforts reaffirm college radio’s enduring mission: to connect, create, and inspire across borders.
Long live college radio!
Media Contact:
World College Radio Day Organizing Committee
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