Since 1970, 90.3 KRNU, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s campus radio station, has been a vital training ground for future broadcasters, offering hands-on learning to build their skills and confidence. To enhance the station and secure its future, we are undertaking a major renovation to provide cutting-edge technology, upgrade the secondary webstream for expanded digital broadcasting, and refurbish five audio booths for professional-grade production, ensuring KRNU’s enduring legacy of excellence and innovation.
Overview
The KRNU Renovation Project is designed to enhance the educational experience for students involved with 90.3 KRNU, the UNL Campus Radio Station.
For over 50 years, KRNU has provided practical learning for students pursuing careers in broadcasting and media. Students gain hands-on experience producing a variety of content, from music shows to news segments and sports coverage.
The renovation will include all-new equipment, ensuring our students can access the latest technology. Additionally, the secondary webstream will be upgraded, allowing for expanded digital broadcasting capabilities and greater reach. The project also encompasses the refurbishment of five adjoining audio booths, providing students with modern, professional-grade environments for recording, editing, and producing content. These improvements will ensure that KRNU maintains its legacy of excellence and innovation.
What KRNU meant to our students:
1994 Alum
John Bishop
“Every good field needs a lab, needs a place to experiment. KRNU is that for me."
1994 Alum
Kevin Kugler
“KRNU was the first place I could ride with my training wheels on without fear of crashing and burning."
1966 Grad
Lynn Grasz Hall
"The wire said President Kennedy is dead. I took it and I went on the air and I announced that. I'm glad the university had an outlet where I felt like I was doing something important."
Impact of Your Donation
Your generous donation will honor Rick Alloway’s legacy and make a significant impact on the future:
- Industry Standards & Competitive Edge: By training with the latest technology, students are equipped with the skills and experience needed to seamlessly transition into professional settings. This familiarity with current industry practices and tools gives them a significant competitive advantage in the job market.
- Enhanced Learning & Creativity: Advanced tools for audio production, editing, and broadcasting significantly enhance the quality of the educational experience. These cutting-edge resources allow students to produce higher-quality work and experiment with new formats, techniques, and content, fostering innovation and creativity.
- Operational Efficiency: Modern equipment offers improved functionality and reliability, which reduces downtime and technical issues. This efficiency enables students and staff to concentrate more on content creation and less on troubleshooting, maximizing productivity and learning opportunities.
The KRNU Renovation is an investment in the future of broadcasting.
Enhancing Student Success: Support the KRNU Renovation
Every contribution makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that 90.3 KRNU is available for students for decades to come.
- Equipment & Integration: State-of-the-art equipment will provide students with a real-world environment where they can experiment without fear.
- Construction: Construction will include updates to the physical space to create a modern look and feel for the station, along with soundproofing elements to ensure a professional environment.
- Networking: Advance networking and state-of-the-art switches will ensure smooth station operations and enhance each of the web-stream.
The total expected cost of the KRNU renovation is $1,000,000.
