William Paterson University's Student Radio and TV Stations Each Nominated for Top Awards by Intercollegiate Broadcasting System



William Paterson University’s radio and television stations — Brave New Radio (WPSC 88.7 FM) and WPTV-6 — have once again been recognized by the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS). Combined, the stations have earned 13 IBS award nominations, including nominations for Best College Radio Station and Best CollegeTV Station.

“We are honored to be nominated in all of these categories in what is a very competitive contest,” says Rob Taylor, WPSC’s general manager and an adjunct professor of communication, who notes that Brave New Radio has been nominated for the Best College Radio Station award 11 times over.  “These nominations recognize the dedication, knowledge and expertise of Brave New Radio’s students and the real-world, hands-on experience offered to students that allows them to excel to professional levels. I am so excited for them and their accomplishments.”

"We are excited to celebrate the achievement of our students," adds Al Clarke, WPTV-6 advisor and adjunct professor of communication. "Year after year, the IBS recognizes the outstanding work our students are producing. It is a testament to the quality of our programs and the faculty and staff that support them."    

BRAVE NEW RADIO NOMINATIONS

  • Best College/University Radio Station (over 10,000 students)
  • Best Website - Maura Perez-Hernandez, Vont Leak
  • Best Community Outreach Event – “Flag Football Fundraiser” Maura Perez-Hernandez, Jacob Chalfant
  • Best On-Air Personality - Vont Leak
  • Best Social Media Campaign – “2021 Top 100 Countdown” Maura Perez-Hernandez
  • Best Station Blog - Maura Perez-Hernandez, Vont Leak
  • Best Program Director - Vont Leak

WPTV-6 NOMINATIONS

  • Best College/University TV Station
  • Best Use of Graphics – “Fake News Network” Robyn Snyder, Eric Rivera, Isabel Birritteri
  • Best Sports Program – “WP Sports Desk”  Samory Rose, et al.
  • Best Comedy Program – “Very Late with Vont Leak” Vont Leak, Johan Yamoza, Isabel Birritteri, Calvin Richey, Marissa Banks, Justis Gregg, Alyssa Figueroa
  • Best Variety Program - “Very Late with Vont Leak” Vont Leak, Johan Yamoza, Isabel Birritteri, Calvin Richey, Marissa Banks, Justis Gregg, Alyssa Figueroa
  • Best Talk Program - “Very Late with Vont Leak” Vont Leak, Johan Yamoza

IBS has supported student media since 1940 and honors the works of students and stations in the United States and broad. This year's award winners will be announced at the Annual IBS Conference in New York City in February 2023. 

  12/07/22