The Intercollegiate Broadcasting System (IBS) Media Awards has named Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) student-run campus radio station, WANM-FM 90.5, "The Flava Station," the Best College/University Station (Under 10,000 Students) for 2024-25.

WANM is housed in FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC), with journalism, public relations, and graphic design students—supported by educators and industry experts—playing a vital role in its daily operations. Full-time and part-time students from across the campus community also contribute to programming.

FAMU was the only historically Black college or university (HBCU) recognized by the IBS Media Awards, underscoring SJGC’s impact as a national leader in student-run media.

“We are proud of WANM’s long history of providing high-quality programming while serving as a training ground for the next generation of industry leaders and media professionals,” said SJGC Dean Mira Lowe.

WANM also received several finalist awards in multiple categories, including:

• Best On-Air Personality: Jaedah Davis, “The Kickback”
• Best Station Contest: “90.5 DJ Battle Silent Headphone Party,” Ja’Caiya Stephens, Jayla Royal, Sydney Rencher
• Best Spot News: “Election Special: First-Time Voters,” Imara Caston
• Best Sports Update: “PrimeTime Sports,” Michael Trim Jr.

A full list of awardees can be found here.

About WANM

WANM-FM 90.5 operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, broadcasting at 1,600 watts with a local range of 16 miles, reaching beyond the campus community while also streaming audio worldwide online. Featured formats include gospel, jazz, soul, R&B, hip-hop, reggae, blues, and talk.

Media Contact:
Rachel James-Terry
rachel.jamesterry@famu.edu

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