WGVU’s broadcast stations are licensed to Grand Valley State University as public radio and television facilities operating from the Meijer Public Broadcast Center, as part of the University's downtown Grand Rapids campus.

Our television stations are affiliated with PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) and the radio stations are affiliated with NPR (National Public Radio).

The first television station, WGVC-TV 35, signed on the air on December 17, 1972. In 1984, our Kalamazoo station, WGVK-TV, Channel 52, began operation. In 1987, the call letters of channel 35 were converted to WGVU-TV, reflecting Grand Valley State College's transformation to Grand Valley State University.

WGVU-FM 88.5 began broadcasting on July 17, 1983 and expanded its power to 3,000 watts on December 17, 1987. WGVU-AM 1480 began simulcast transmissions on May 22, 1992, and stations WGVS-AM 850 in Muskegon and WGVS-FM 95.3 in Whitehall came on-board in 1999. On August 24, 2009, WGVU 1480 AM and WGVS 850 AM became Real Oldies, offering music from the 50s, 60s and early 70s to west Michigan.

We are licensed in the Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek designated broadcast market. It is the 38th largest market in the United States, reaching over 2.4 million television viewers in 28 counties and over 1.3 million radio listeners from Grand Rapids to the Lakeshore.

Broadcasting

Radio

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This department focuses on the design, construction, and innovation of engineering systems and development processes.

Engineering and Development

The WGVU Production Team is responsible for creating, editing, and managing a variety of multimedia content for both television and radio broadcasts. The team works on producing original programming, coordinating live broadcasts, and ensuring high-quality audiovisual materials support WGVU's public broadcasting initiatives. Team members handle tasks such as videography, editing, assisting with production logistics, and reporting to deliver compelling stories and informative content to the Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek market.

Production Team

The Engineering and Maintenance team at WGVU is responsible for ensuring the continuous, reliable operation of the station’s broadcast equipment and infrastructure. This includes maintaining and repairing transmission systems, overseeing technical broadcast operations, and implementing engineering projects to enhance the station’s capabilities. The team supports both the television stations affiliated with PBS and the radio stations affiliated with NPR, ensuring high-quality broadcast services to the Grand Rapids-Kalamazoo-Battle Creek market.

Engineering and Maintenance

This department focuses on fostering relationships and initiatives that enhance community involvement and positive impact.

Community Engagement

This department oversees the overall administration and strategic direction of the organization.

Management Operations

This department manages member relations and supports membership enrollment and inquiries.

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