NC State’s student radio dates back to the 1920s. In an effort to expand its coverage, the non-commercial radio switched to FM in 1966. Since, WKNC 88.1 FM remains a local favorite.
Circa 1960: Bill Radford with Chancellor John Caldwell at new WKNC Studios; [photo credit: Ed Caram; Technician]
Circa 1960: DJs pose at the radio station.
1972: Students at the WKNC office hold a Billboard magazine.
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1974: “WKNC-FM is an equal opportunity employer, giving opportunities for advancement to members of all minorities. Shown here is station manager Michael Hale Gray.”
2007: Shack-A-Thon, NC State’s annual fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity [photo credit: Funkhouser, Edward T.]
1972: Students at the WKNC office hold a Billboard magazine.
