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14 May
Leadership Workshop
The Student Media Leadership Workshop Returns This Summer July 20–23, 2026 (Registration is open now! Schedule coming soon!) You’ve become a manager at your student-run media outlet. Congratulations! Now comes the hard part. How do you lead former peers? How do you run meetings that actually accomplish something? How do you motivate a staff when everyone […]
READ MORE18 Feb
The Votes Are In!
CBI Announces 2026 Board of Directors Election Results The results of the College Broadcasters, Inc. (CBI) Board of Directors election have officially been tallied, and we’re excited to announce our new and returning board members. Please join us in congratulating the following individuals: Student RepresentativeOlivia DockinsRed Wolf Radio, Arkansas State University Development DirectorJohn DeveckaOperations Manager […]
READ MORE11 Jan
2026 CBI Board Elections!
Meet the Nominees! The nomination window for the 2026 CBI Board of Directors has officially closed.Thank you to everyone who put themselves forward or nominated a colleague to serve. This year, we’re preparing to elect representatives for the following positions: Student Representative (1-year term, begins 5/1/26) Development Director (3-year term, begins 12/1/26) Secretary (3-year term, […]
READ MORE22 Dec
Looking Back, Moving Forward
College Media’s 2025 Year in Review As the fall semester winds down and stations shut off their lights (for a moment), it’s the perfect time to reflect on what student media accomplished this year. If there’s one thing 2025 proved, it’s that college broadcasters, journalists, storytellers, designers, podcasters, photographers, and creators are more resilient and […]
READ MORE28 Oct
Everything Starts with You…
Dan Schumacher Honored with the 2025 Dave Black Excellence in Advising Award The Dave Black Excellence in Advising Award was presented to Dan Schumacher, long-time faculty advisor for KTSW-FM at Texas State University, at the 2025 College Broadcasters, Inc. (CBI) National Student Media Convention. The award recognizes outstanding dedication, leadership, and service to student electronic […]
READ MORE14 Oct
Pulling the Plug
Gen Z Is Reviving College Radio—So Why Are Universities Shutting It Down? College radio is experiencing a GenZ renaissance Montclair State University’s WMSC 90.3FM alone has 977 undergraduate student members. But while some universities embrace this growth, others are moving in the opposite direction. On October 3rd—World College Radio Day—student staff at Cleveland State […]
READ MORE25 Sep
Things to Do in Denver
The National Student Media Convention (NSMC) is coming to Denver, October 22–25, 2025. With hundreds of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, your days will be full of learning, creating, and connecting. When the sessions are finished, Denver has plenty of ways to relax, explore, and enjoy time with friends. Here is your guide to enjoying […]
READ MORE28 Jul
Back to School Prep Guide
As the new academic year approaches, it’s the perfect time for student media teams to reset, refresh, and gear up for a successful semester. Whether you’re an advisor getting organized or a student looking for new leadership ideas, this checklist will help you get your studio, office, and team ready. The first step is to […]
READ MORE15 May
Beyond the Mic
How the CBI Sportscasting Workshop Opens Doors Across the Sports Industry If you’re dreaming of a career in sport media, there’s no better launchpad than the annual CBI Student Sportscasting Workshop, hosted virtually this year from July 22–24, 2025. Organized by College Broadcasters, Inc. (CBI), the three-day workshop is an excellent foundation for a wide […]
READ MORE1 May
Student Media in 2025:
Reflection, Responsibility, and the Road Ahead As the 2024–25 academic year winds down, student journalists across the country are packing up gear, wrapping final edits, and turning in last stories. For many it’s the end of one of the most intense, unpredictable, and revealing chapters student media has seen in a while. We’ve seen protests […]
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