Apart from NSU’s 70 plus clubs and organizations, one of the most soulful ways to get involved on campus is through WNSU RadioX, NSU’s radio station, which broadcasts on 88.5 FM and online www.nova.edu/radiox.
Station Manager Beranda Harper said RadioX provides a diverse environment and creative outlet for NSU students.
“It showcases talents and creativity beyond campus and lets our voices be heard,” Harper said. “It showcases the Sharks to the community.”
The non-commercial station broadcasts from NSU from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. every night. RadioX DJs expose listeners to several genres of music, including alternative, hip-hop, reggae and jazz, as well as local band showcases and live dubstep DJ sets. There is also live video streaming of several shows.
Harper said the station allows students to learn the ropes of professional radio broadcasting and develop unique on-air personalities.
“[RadioX] gives students [hands-on] experience and gives them a chance to shine,” Harper said. “They can utilize their skills and learn from them.”
Athina Casas, junior psychology major, has been a DJ for three years. She plays alternate rock and hard rock and is known as DJ Ink. Casas said being a DJ helped her become less introverted.
“Getting to know different bands and different people made me more outgoing and gave me lots of experience,” she said.
Reflecting the station’s axiom, “Your music, your voice,” RadioX serves as the voice of NSU. Shows address student issues and highlight student accomplishments.
Maximilien Ouelhadj, senior communication studies major, RadioX IT director and DJ, said the station interviews the student leader of the week. He said they also interview athletes every week. For example, they interviewed the swimming team when they won a championship.
Being part of RadioX also offers several perks. DJs receive opportunities to work as media at some of South Florida’s biggest concerts and events and interview top artists and community leaders. They also participate and coordinate events like concert, movie ticket and CD giveaways and games.
“I went to the Best of the Best Concert and got free Lil’ Wayne tickets,” said Phillip Williams, sophomore communication studies major, also known as DJ Classick. “I get to DJ events, and that’s been the best times of my life,” Williams said.
RadioX internships are open to all students. No experience is necessary as training is provided.
In addition to internships, the radio station also has paid positions like station manager, assistant station manager, program director, IT director, production engineer, community program director, business manager and music director.
Students can become part of RadioX by stopping by the office on the first floor of the Rosenthal Student Center and filling out an application. More information is also available at www.nova.edu/radiox and at (954) 262-8457 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Students can also like the station’s Facebook page for live fan and DJ interaction. Live streaming is available on the station’s Web site and from the TuneIn Radio application.
