NEWS Archives

[4.2.08] END OF DAY 3
We are quickly approaching $3,000 tonight. We still have Deral Fenderson and Terry Sweeny to come. Make sure you check them out. Again, we can never thank all our donators enough, you are why we are here.

[4.1.08] HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Today, in 1948, WUVT first boardcast. We have 60 years old, and going strong.

[4.1.08] DAY 2
Thank you to all those who donated to the station so far. We had a strong start to the week with over $1,000. WUVT would really like to be able to build and move to Price Mountain this summer, and your help is essential. We thank everyone who has gotten us this close to our move, we would really like to finish this project off. There are still great shows to come this week, Check out the program guide for all the themes.
We have a long way to go towards our goal of 15,000 this semester. We run on such a small budget and ask for only a little from our community, compare to other non-profit radio stations in the area. We hope that you pledge to the station, thinking about doing it is just not close enough.
Also, we would also like you consider looking into to see if your company has a matching gift program. See our donation page for further information.

[3.31.08] RADIOTHON!!!!
Starting Today, Monday, March 31st until Sunday, April. 6th, donations can be made to the station by calling us at (540)- 231-WUVT (9888) or donating online here.

As a fully functioning radio station, WUVT, 90.7, maintains its costly FCC-license while continuing to play only non-commercial music. We broadcast shows such as WUVT Sports, where many Virginia Tech athletes and coaches are interviewed; Hickory Dickory Dock’s children's show on Saturday mornings from 9a.m. until 11 a.m., which is one of the oldest children’s shows in Virginia; and local zone on Wednesday nights from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m., featuring live local bands in our studio. To see more about our shows and the themes this week, see our program guide.

WUVT has been working really hard to bring you the latest and coolest music. We feel that Blacksburg really is dire need of good shows and music. In order for us to bring shows from out of town, they ask us for traveling money. It is hard for WUVT to front the cost before hand, your donations can help us to provide better acts. In addition, the music industry is now trying to clamp down on webstreaming, they want us to pay for every song that we stream to you. This is another new cost for us. Along with this cost, we need a system in order to report all the data to the company, another fee. We are looking to move our transmitter off campus and to a higher power to reach farther out. In order for this to happen, there will be new cost. Again, your donations can help keep you listening to WUVT. Take a few minutes this week and turn on the webstream or tune into the station (90.7fm) and enjoy the programming we are providing for you. Our DJs have worked very hard to plan an unique and lively show for you.

If you would like to donate to WUVT, you may do so by calling the station during the week of Radiothon to 540-231-WUVT (9888), or by mailing a check made out to WUVT to:
WUVT Studios
350 Squires Student Center
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061

Also, WUVT is a non-profit organziation, so there is lots of companies that do matching gifts. Your donation can easily be double and some times triple by just filling out a form. Check out the list we have gathered for you. This is always changing, so if you don't see your company name, still check with them.
Stay tune all week for daily updates on how we are doing torwards our goal of $15,000.

[3.24.08]Concert @ Awful Arthur's
April 12th at 9pm at Awful Authur's. With bands outputmessage, Sol Creech, True levelers, and G. Cost $5 at the door, ages 18+ only.

[3.24.08]Registration extension
The regristration for the alumni reunion has been extended two more weeks until April 4.

[3.14.08]WUVT is Hiring
Information can be found here.

[3.14.08] Radiothon is coming!
From March 31 to April 6, WUVT will present specialty programming during our semesterly on-air fundraiser RADIOTHON. Stay tuned to WUVT for more details and pick up a Radiothon program guide in our office (350 Squires) or around downtown.

[3.14.08]Caribbean Show
At Awful Arthurs at 8:00 PM on March 15, 2008, The Caribbean, The Sad Cobras, and The Hammer Brothers will be performing a caribbean show. Ages 18+ only.

[2.18.08] Online Registration form just added

We have just added an online registration form to our alumni page to make it easier to register for the 60th anniversary. Don't let time go by, save your spot now.

[2.12.08] Interest meeting for News team

Are you interested in becoming apart of a News team? Looking for expereince on the radio? WUVT can provide you with opporunities that you can't even learn about in the classroom. On Wednesday, February 13th at 7:30pm in the studios (350 Squires student center) we will hold a brief meeting about the WUVT news team, what roles are available and how you can gain invaluable experience. No experience is ever required to be apart of WUVT; we will train, coach, and guide you through the whole process. We hope to see you tomorrow.

[1.29.08] Two New Events Added

February 23, 2008 - CHINESE STARS @ BLACKSBURG COMMUNITY CENTER (725 Patrick Henry Drive)
March 15, 2008 - THE CARIBBEAN @ AWFUL ARUTHERS

For more information on these and other events see our UPCOMING EVENTS page.

[1.29.08] Alumni Reunion

WUVT turns 60 years old in April. We would like to invite all of our Alumus back for a weekend of WUVT fun. We have added a list of hotels in the area and the prices. Check out the Alumni page for futher details.

[12.7.07] Radiothon!

Again, we want to thank you all for taking time out and pledging during Radiothon. However, the pledges don't help us as much as the actual donation does. We ask if you have not paid your pledge to stop by the station, or pay online with your credit card (under donate link) or mail your pledge to:

350 Squires Student Center
Blacksburg, VA 24061

Thanks again, for making this another successful semester!!

[10.30.07] The Evens comes to town

The Evens
Nov 17th
Doors @ 7:30pm. Show starts at 8:00pm SHARP!
YMCA Thriftstore
1000 N Main Street
$5
All ages
(stay tune, for further details)

[10.29.07] Radiothon Update
The current Radiothon donation as of now stands at $670!!  We still have one more show for today, but that is a great start on our goal to $12,000 for the week.  A big thank you goes out to everyone that donated so far, as well as the DJs for doing a great job.
Tomorrow continues the week with another strong set of shows, and a lot more chances to donate. 
Will be out doing remotes all around this week; Drillfield tomorrow, McBryde on Wednesday, D2 on Thursday, and Squires on Friday.

[10.24.07] Radiothon Themes
Click here to see the themes for the upcoming Radiothon shows.

[10.24.07] Radiothon
Starting on Monday, Oct. 30 until Sunday, Nov. 5, donations can be made to the station by calling us at (540)- 231-WUVT (9888) or donating online here.

As a fully functioning radio station, WUVT, 90.7, maintains its costly FCC-license while continuing to play only non-commercial music. We broadcast shows such as WUVT Sports, where many Virginia Tech athletes and coaches are interviewed; Hickory Dickory Dock’s children's show on Saturday mornings from 9a.m. until 11 a.m., which is one of the oldest children’s shows in Virginia; and local zone on Wednesday nights from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m., featuring live local bands in our studio.

WUVT has been working really hard to bring you the latest and coolest music. We feel that Blacksburg really is dire need of good shows and music. In order for us to bring shows from out of town, they ask us for traveling money. It is hard for WUVT to front the cost before hand, your donations can help us to provide better acts. In addition, the music industry is now trying to clamp down on webstreaming, they want us to pay for every song that we stream to you. This is another new cost for us. Along with this cost, we need a system in order to report all the data to the company, another fee. We are looking to move our transmitter off campus and to a higher power to reach farther out. In order for this to happen, there will be new cost. Again, your donations can help keep you listening to WUVT. Take a few minutes this week and turn on the webstream (at our website) or tune into the station (90.7fm) and enjoy the programming we are providing for you. Our DJs have worked very hard to plan an unique and lively show for you.

If you would like to donate to WUVT, you may do so by calling the station during the week of Radiothon to 540-231-WUVT (9888), or by mailing a check made out to WUVT to:
WUVT Studios
350 Squires Student Center
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 24061

[9.23.07] T-shirts
A new shipment of T-shirts has arrived. We have black, brown, bright green, dark green, red, navy, maroon, orange and pink. Sizes S through XXL. $12 for all sizes except XXL. Come by 350 Squires or email WUVT for more information.

[08.16.07] The Orgy
Does radio meet your interest? If so, WUVT is holding the semi-annual organizational meeting for people who are interested in joining WUVT. Positions are available in promotions, advertising, engineering, business, special event coordination, print publication, on-air talent, and more. WUVT is a business that needs people to operate. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. Stop by Colonial Hall Wed. August 29 at 7:30 PM to find out more.
[07.26.07] WUVT at FloydFest
Come chill with us at FloydFest VI in beautiful Patrick County, VA! WUVT's got its own vendor booth with games, merchandise, and of course, the sweet sounds of WUVT! We're right aross from the Hill Holler Stage and just down from the beer & wine garden! If you're at the fest, stop by and say hello! [07.09.07] Summer Schedule
The Summer II schedule has been posted. We've got a great lineup of shows on tap for this Summer Session, complete with a few *brand new* DJ's. Keep your radio locked on WUVT all summer long!

[05.14.07] WUVT Press Release
In the wake of the tragic events that unfolded at Virginia Tech on April 16, a tremendous amount of support has been extended to the students and staff of the university. In the weeks following, officials from Clear Channel Radio, the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE), and many other companies teamed up with WUVT to support our aged transmitter. Read More: HTML or MS Word (.doc)

Radiothon Pledges
Have you paid your Radiothon pledge yet? Your pledge is greatly appreciated, but it won't help Woovit until it reaches us! Drop by the station or mail your pledge payment to:

WUVT-FM 90.7 Radiothon
350 Squires Student Center
Blacksburg, VA     24061

And as always, thanks!
[04.26.07]Thank you
WUVT thanks everyone for their support through this time. Everything you are doing for us, means so much to us. WUVT is starting to get back to normal and we will have a summer schedule to you around May 3rd. For djs: you have until April 30th to turn in an application for summer and until May 3rd for Fall.
We would also like to thank every single person who have donated to Radiothon or to WUVT in Kevin's name.
[04.18.07]Support all
Click here to see the page of support for WUVT, Kevin Sterne, and Virginia Tech.
[04.15.07] Radiothon Update #4
As of 10:45pm Sunday, WUVT had met its fundraising goal of $9,070! Thank you all VERY much for your continued support - it's what keeps WUVT alive! Please remember to mail/bring your pledge to 350 Squires Student Center, Blacksburg, VA, 24061 if you haven't already paid. (If you missed donating to Radiothon, don't worry, you can always pledge online at any time of the year)

[04.10.07] Sweatshirts
You have your second chance to get your WUVT sweatshirt. Check out the Merchandise page.


[03.09.07]Photo Update
There are new photos on the WUVT photo page.


[03.01.07]Spring Break
WUVT will be on a Spring Break schedule from March 3 to March 11. Regular scheduling will begin on March 12. Staff heads will not be holding normal office hours during this break. A copy of the program guide can be found here.


[02.19.07]Staff Hiring
WUVT is taking applications for Staff Head Positions for the 2007-2008 academic year. To find out more information, visit here.


[02.11.07]Thank You
WUVT would like to thank all performers for their help with last night's Americana Showcase. WUVT would also like to thank all of the people who came out to support the station and to see the performance. Keep your eyes open for information on more upcoming events in the future.


[02.06.07]Americana **** Yeah!
WUVT Americana Showcase February 10, 2007 to help bring WUVT back to full power. Doors open at 6:30 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM. Artists are: Sydney Darden, Black Twig Pickers, Jeff Hoge, David Simpkins, The Java Brothers, Chicken Wings & Gravy, The Monocles, Bob Browder, and Kat Mills & Nick Polys. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at The Virginia Tech Box Office or at the door. All proceeds go to WUVT and concessions will be sold.


[01.16.07] OMG SWEATSHIRTZZZZZ
You've asked for them - and we're about to deliver! WUVT Pull-Over and Zip-Up hoodie sweat shirts are now avaiable for pre-order at our Merchandise Page. Hurry and get yours today - pre-orders end February 10th.

[01.21.07] It's fun to stay at the W-U-V-T
Interested in joining WUVT? Don't miss our ORGY (organizational meeting, what were you thinking?) to find out how you can DJ or work in production, promotions, news, IT, engineering, public relations, along with our many other departments. Come check us out on January 24 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in Brush Mountain A (Squires Student Center).

[01.14.07]Guide yourself to WUVT
The Spring 2007 program guide is now available for online viewing. Either click on Program Guide on the menu above or click here to view it.

[01.11.07]Kick it
Are you 18 or older? If so, be at Cabo Fish Taco on Saturday 01.20.07 at 10:30 PM for WUVT's Spring Semester Kickoff Show. The bands include: Wes & the Tiny Sockets, The Sad Cobras, and Now Sleepy Head. $4/$5. Thank you, WUVT

[01.09.07]It's fun to stay at the W-U-V-T
Interested in joining WUVT? Don't miss our ORGY (organizational meeting, what were you thinking?) to find out how you can DJ or work in production, promotions, news, IT, engineering, public relations, along with our many other departments. Come check us out on January 24 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in Brush Mountain A (Squires Student Center).

[01.08.07] Harriet, I Can't Hear You...
Our beloved transmitter, the blue box named Harriet is on the fritz again. Please bear with us as we bounce on and off the air over the next few days while our dedicated team of engineers works to restore WUVT to full working order. In the meantime, if you're jonesin' for your WUVT fix, you've come to the right place. We've just launched a new online streaming player - no download needed! Check it out at http://www.wuvt.vt.edu/listenlive/ If you've never been able to listen to the stream before, definitely give this new online player a shot!

[12.13.06] Winter Schedule
Click here to view the schedule for December 15-January 15.

[11.17.06] Thanksgiving Schedule
Click here to view the schedule for November 20-November 26.

[11.9.06] Radiothon update, correction
Thank you for all of the pledges. After a few days of calculating more in depth, the final total is $9,150.82.
[11.6.06] Radiothon update, finale
Thank you for all of the pledges. The final total is $8,665.

[11.2.06] Radiothon update, yet another
As of 12:30 am, we have $3,000. WUVT hopes that all the listeners are enjoying the programing. Don't forget about the Local Zone show tomorrow, details below. In addition, check out the NEW WUVT t-shirts on the merchandise page.

[10.31.06] On-Air Newsletter
Our public relation team has put together the semi-annual newsletter. Don't mess it, check it out here. If you would like to receive a paper copy, please contact us, wuvtamfm@vt.edu.

[10.31.06] Radiothon Daily Update
As of 10:00pm this evening we are near $1500. Thanks again to all who have pledged.

[10.30.06] Radiothon/Local Zone Update
As of 7:00pm we have $800, thanks to all who have pledged. Remember that Local Zone has a special show on Thursday at 5:00pm in the Old Dominion Ballroom in Squires Student Center. Line-up is as follows:

5pm - 5:30pm Jean Luc
5:45pm-6:30pm Kat Mills
6:30pm-7pm Wes and the Tiny Sockets
7pm-7:45pm Tazer
8pm-8:45pm Philip Uster and the House Floor
9pm-9:45pm Lee Street Riots

[10.30.06] Radiothon Donations
Something that we'll be doing differently for this Radiothon is that we will be having two separate funds for donations. One, our standard operating budget fund, will have the goal of $9,070 while the new one, our transmitter fund, will have a goal of $1,500. This second fund has been added since we need to start saving for a new transmitter. We are looking towards the future and protecting ourselves from aging technology. We encourage you all to donate to either cause.

[10.30.06] Radithon program guide
Keep up with the themes of the shows, check out the program guide. In addition, stay up-to-date on Radiothon Pledge totals

[10.22.06] Pledge to WUVT Online!
Our crack team of trained monkeys have restored the online donation page, just in time for radiothon! Visit our Donate! page to learn how to pledge your support to WUVT online. As always, this is a completely secure process.

[10.22.06] Radiothon is coming!
All next week, WUVT presents specialty programming during our semesterly on-air fundraiser RADIOTHON. Stay tuned to WUVT for more details and pick up a Radiothon program guide in our office (350 Squires) or around downtown.

[10.15.06] WUVT Does A Rock Show!
It's at Cabo Fish on October 19, starting at 9pm. $5 for unders and $4 for anyone he line-up includes: Golden Shoulders, Philip Uster & The House obras, and Slumber. Come out and support WUVT!

[9.17.06] STAFF PROFILES
This is long overdue...find out who's in charge over here at WUVT. Visit our staff profile page.

[9.17.06] BE OUR MYSPACE FRIEND!
Check out WUVT on MySpace and be our friend. Good friends are hard to come by!

[8.31.06] JOIN OUR MAILING LIST
Our mailing list is back online. Sign up now and we'll send you the latest info about upcoming events and shows. All the cool kids are doing it...scout's honor.