October 1, 1965

WRTI-FM to Return

U Radio Station Returns to Air This Saturday

The University's non-commercial radio station, WRTI-FM, which broadcasts within a radius of 30 miles, will return to the air 9 a.m., Saturday for the fall semester.

The Federal Communications Commission classifies WRTI-FM as an "educational station" but station manager, Robert A. Cirillo ‘66, and his staff are trying to "break this image. We are fighting the idea that an educational station has to be an ultra-conservative bore," he said.

By "improving and stressing quality," Cirillo hopes the station and its programming will benefit. In past semesters programs were created and persons were molded to host the shows. This semester the station is designing the program to specifically fit each personality, Cirillo said.

A LIVELY FLAVOR

"We are trying to cater to a young audience that's interested in entertainment and education but with a lively flavor," Cirillo added.

"Dateline International," a show featuring the customs and music of different countries, will be presented each weekday at 2 p.m. The students who host the show will speak that particular country's language fluently.

"Radio Digest" presented Monday thru Friday from 2:35 pm to 4 pm is designed with a magazine concept in mind, Cirillo said.

RADIO DIGEST

"Every feature program within ‘Radio Digest' will have its own title," he added. They will include shows spotlighting popular music, shows with the "feminine touch," sports specials and others still in the planning stage. Many of last year's programs will be returning to the air the semester said Cirillo.

"Candlelight Serenade," a program of instrumental dinner music will return from 5:30 until 6:30 p.m. every weekday," he added.

BUILDING PROGRAMMING

Cirillo said that one of the most important jobs this year will be to "build up the station's programming and organization. WRTI-FM wants to encourage University personnel to take more interest in their radio station."

Laurence C. Blenheim, faculty adviser to WRTI-FM said, "In view of the heightened interest of the students, staff, and a great improvement in the station's equipment, WRTI-FM should provide an outstanding year of service."