 | This article contains content that is written like
an advertisement. (October 2023) |
 | |
| Programming | |
|---|---|
| Format | College radio |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | University of Texas at Arlington |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Listen live (via iHeartRadio) |
| Website |
radio |
UTA Radio is an
alternative/
indie rock college radio station based in
Arlington, Texas at
The University of Texas at Arlington. The station is an
online radio operation run primarily by students with the help of faculty and staff members from the Department of Communication. Its slogan is Online All The Time.
History
UTA Radio's studios and classrooms have been used since the 1970s. Programs were delivered over the department's loudspeaker system, since there was no terrestrial radio signal to broadcast on. By the 90s, cable television provided another outlet for programs and class projects. In the spring of 2000, UTA Radio began internet broadcasts by providing live coverage of UTA baseball and softball. [1]
Since 2007, UTA Radio has provided 24/7 broadcasts using broadcast automation software provided by Wide Orbit Systems. [2] In addition to its regular music format, the station also provides play-by-play coverage for UTA's basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball teams. [3]
In March 2012, UTA Radio joined the iHeartRadio streaming platform. [4] [5]
Awards
In 2011, the station won a Radio Mercury Award in the student PSA category. [6] The station was also a finalist in 2013, 2018, and 2022.
In 2012, and again in 2013, UTA Radio was nominated for a CMJ College Radio Award for 'Best Student Run, Internet-only Station'. [7]
In 2017, the station earned an honorable mention for the Broadcast Educators Association (BEA) Signature Station Award. [8]
Notable Activities
- Rocktober was first aired in October, 2011. [9] This annual concert series includes local bands whose music is featured on UTA Radio.
- In 2018, the station played nothing but vinyl records for 24 hours as part of College Radio Day's Vinython.
- On October 5, 2018, the station was the only college station in the U.S. to broadcast for World College Radio Day's 24-hour marathon.
Notable alumni
- Candice Huckeba, DJ, Radio Disney
- Josh Sours, Sports Broadcaster, UTA Athletics
- Eli Jordan, Sports Broadcaster, KTCK-FM
- Jeff K, DJ/PA Announcer, KZPS 92.5, Dallas Stars, Dallas Cowboys
- Linah Mohammad, Producer, All Things Considered
- Parker Hillis, Executive Producer, 104.3 The Fan
- Jason Kellison, Program Coordinator, [1]
- Terri Nolan, Writer, [2]
- Cory Mose, Sports Reporter, [3]
External links
References
- ^ Sarah Featherstone (15 February 2001). "Online Airtime". The Shorthorn. Retrieved 1 February 2012.
- ^ Dustin L. Dangli (6 May 2009). "UTA Radio gets a technological revamp". The Shorthorn. Retrieved 1 February 2012.
- ^ Diane Smith College Radio Goes Digital at UTA, NBC 5 DFW, July 18, 2010.
- ^ Williams, Shelly. "iHeart Radio adds UTA Radio to platform". The Shorthorn. Retrieved 8 March 2012.
- ^ "UTA Radio-The University of Texas at Arlington". iHeart Radio, Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc. Retrieved 15 October 2012.
- ^ "2011 Radio Mercury Awards winners named (audio)". RBR.comTVBR.com. Radio Business Report, Inc. 4 October 2011. Retrieved 1 February 2012.
- ^ "2012 CMJ College Radio Awards Nominees Announced". CMJ Holdings Corp. Retrieved 15 October 2012.
- ^ "Signature Station Competition | BEA - the Broadcast Education Association".
- ^ Jasmine Brazile (24 October 2011). "UTA Radio Rocktober". UTA NEWS. Department of Communication, The University of Texas at Arlington. Retrieved 1 February 2012.