Thank you for your interest in our station! Keep scrolling for answers to our most frequently asked questions!

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Q. Where are we located?

A. 90.5 WASU-FM is an alternative rock station located on the second floor of the George G. Beasley Media Complex on the campus of Appalachian State University We're right across the street from the University’s Student Recreation Center. Our physical address is 920 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608. 

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Q. Do you take song requests?

A. Of course! Call 828-264-4905 and request your favorite song.

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Q. How do I submit music for consideration? 

A. Email us a link or a .wav file to wasumusic@gmail.com.

Physical submissions are also welcome!  

Mailing Address:

WASU-FM, Department of Communication,

ASU Box 32039, Boone, NC 28608 

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Q. I’m a student interested in getting involved with 90.5 WASU-FM. How do I do so?

A. We’re so excited that you’re interested in joining us! There is a training class offered each semester. Sign up for COM 2313 just as you would sign up for any other class. Upon completion of the class, students can have an air shift, a minimum of 2 hours a week! We also have opportunities for specialty shows, sports and news, and staff positions! For more info, reach out to WASU's advisor, Dave Blanks! (blanksdr@appstate.edu)

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Q. As a DJ, can I play any kind of music I want? Do I get to pick the songs?

A. 90.5 WASU-FM follows an Alternative format. During your regular shift, you will play songs selected by the music director and scheduled by the program director. Songs are selected based on the station's format.

However, after you've been on the air for a semester, you can apply for a specialty show, where you will have the freedom to pick the music for your show. You will submit a form and a demo to the program director if you wish to do a specialty show. 

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Q. Are there opportunities to pursue radio broadcasting in addition to WASU?

A. Yes! Students can apply to the 5 day Kellar Media Career Academy over the summer, the only program of its kind in the world, designed to discover and prepare students for a broadcasting career. Kellar was the first program of it's kind in America and is the inaugural institute of the National Radio Talent System with radio institutes across the country. The institute sessions are all led by an expert panel of media pros, each with their own area of expertise. Visit the Kellar Media Career Academy website for more information. Many of our station’s members also attend a wide variety of radio broadcasting conferences during their time at 90.5 WASU-FM such as the Broadcast Education Association and the Nation Association of Broadcasters conference in Las Vegas! 

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Q. I’m a business owner interested in underwriting and sales with 90.5 WASU-FM! Who do I need to contact? 

A. Thank you so much for your interest in our station! Please email our Sales Director at sales.wasu@gmail.com. You can also call the station at 828-264-4905 and ask for the Sales Director. 

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Q. Is 90.5 WASU-FM operated by students? And, what are all the staff positions?

A. Yes! Our staff consists of all students! Visit our staff page to meet our current staff members! 

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