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3 Feb

Student Media in the News

MCN87 Rings in the New Year with Upgrade The studio had been upgraded to and analog platform in 2005. Analog is the most basic form of a television studio, which involves tapes and a lengthy process of completing and exporting finalized work. With the upgrade complete, the communications department is able to work in a […]

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29 Jan

Spotlight: WLOY

While not exactly a CBI spotlight feature, we just had to share this video from WLOY at Loyola University in Baltimore. Definitely keeping the FUN where it belongs — in college media! If you’re a CBI member and interested in having your organization featured as a spotlight, email Jessica at itcontent@askcbi.org. We’ve got some great […]

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28 Jan

Board Blog: Secretary’s Updates

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Sending out a few notes from the CBI Secretary’s desk: Coming this winter to a mailbox and inbox near you will be the latest edition of the CBInsights newsletter. Along with […]

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27 Jan

Student Media in the News

KBGA kicks off annual ‘Radiothon’ fundraiser Every year, KBGA College Radio calls on its loyal listeners and community members to donate in support of the station. In exchange, donors receive premiums from local businesses and/or KBGA merchandise, as well as the pleasure of hearing engaging radio programming. This year’s goal is to raise $20,000 to […]

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21 Jan

Board Blog: Work hard, be patient

My dream when I entered the world of college broadcasting and part of my professional background is in the sports area of our field, so I found the latest edition of Radio Ink’s ranking of the Top 30 sports talk shows in the nation (at least of those nominated) to be insightful reading. [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” […]

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20 Jan

Student Media in the News

Spinning Indie visits two more college radio stations Read about Rainy Dawg Radio and KEXP on Spinning Indie. College Radio Watch: LPFM Launches, Student Radio History in the U.S. and New Zealand, and More College Radio News Read more from Radio Survivor.

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14 Jan

Board Blog: Strategic Planning Made Simple

Strategic planning is a must for any student media organization. The nature of most student organizations – frequent leadership changes, lack of full-time employees, etc. – makes long-range planning extremely difficult. Even sticking to short- or medium-range plans can be a challenge when student leaders get bogged down in their day-to-day work. [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column […]

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13 Jan

Student Media in the News

Focal Press Updates ‘Keith’s Radio Station’ Thirty years ago, Michael C. Keith entered a small New England college to start a new career. Keith had spent the past 10 years as a professional broadcaster and was now transitioning into the world of teaching. The first thing that he would learn was that the textbooks available […]

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11 Jan

Webcasting Rates & Recordkeeping for student “Radio” Stations

CBI has been working on behalf of student media outlets like yours to make sure pay a reasonable fee for webcasting music and to provide options concerning what you need to report to SoundExchange.  The current rates are the result of a negotiated settlement and are in effect through 12/31/2015.  CBI has negotiated a settlement […]

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11 Jan

2015 CBI National Student Production Awards

With close to 1,000 entries in the awards program, CBI has become a recognized leader in showcasing the best in student media. The CBI call for entries will be posted in the coming months. Entries are currently free for all member student media outlets. To see and hear 2014 winners click here. Can you do […]

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