RADIO JAGUAR IS NOW LIVE!
Radio Jaguar is an internet station streaming music, news, and podcasts serving the GovState and Southland communities. This student-run station provides real-world experience and training in radio programming, production, and management for students and provides programming for and by the GovState community.
The station is open to GovState students, faculty, staff, alumni, and anyone who completes the Radio Staff Training Workshop. You do not need to be a Media Studies student to participate. Successful completion of the MST 4050 Radio Staff Training Workshop will be required for all interested in going on air. For full details, please read the FAQ below.
For questions or more information, please contact Radio Jaguar Faculty Advisor Lara Hrycaj, Ph.D. at lhrycaj@govst.edu.
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RADIO JAGUAR FAQ
Calling all Jaguars interested in radio! Pitch your radio show idea and sign-up for the Radio Staff Training Workshop.
What is Radio Jaguar?
Radio Jaguar is an internet radio station that streams music, news, and podcasts serving the GovState and Southland community. This student-run station provides real-world experience in radio programming, production, and management for students and provides programming for and by the GovState community. Completion of MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop will be required for all interested going on air.
How do I get a show on Radio Jaguar?
Radio Jaguar is looking for all different types of programming: music, news, and podcast-type shows. If you have always dreamed of being on the radio or have a great idea for a radio show – submitting a Radio Jaguar Application for a Radio Show is your first step. In the radio show proposal, you will be filling out basic information about yourself and the type of show you want on Radio Jaguar. The Radio Show Application Is only the first part of getting a show on Radio Jaguar. The next part is taking MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop.
• Application for a Radio Show (Music)
• Application for a Radio Show (News/Talk/Podcast)
Why do I need MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop before joining Radio Jaguar?
MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop is a requirement for anyone who wants to be part of Radio Jaguar. You do not need to be a Media Studies student. Radio Staff Training Workshop is set up for anyone interested in becoming part of Radio Jaguar and learning the basic radio production skills, rules, and regulations. The Radio Staff Training Workshop will prepare you to be a Radio Jaguar staff member and access to the Radio Jaguar facilities. This Workshop is set up to give you the basics for being involved with Radio Jaguar. For more in-depth training on audio production or developing a podcast, please check out our Media Studies (MST) course offerings. Once the Radio Staff Training Workshop is completed, you are part of the Radio Jaguar staff, and you will begin to work with the Radio Jaguar Program Director and/or other Radio Jaguar Officers about getting your show on the air and getting involved in other areas of Radio Jaguar.
Can I still be part of Radio Jaguar if I don't have a radio show?
Yes! Radio Jaguar is looking for not only hosts of radio shows but also people who want to be involved in creating PSAs and GSU spots; people interested in news writing and reading; people who like promotions and being involved in promotional events; and people who love music and working with musicians. Anyone interested in being a Radio Jaguar staff member needs to first complete MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop.
When is MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop being offered and are there any restrictions?
MST 4050 The Radio Staff Training Workshop is offered through the Media Studies program and the School of Extended Learning. Typically, the training is offered on two consecutive Fridays from 9am-5 pm and is an on-campus/in-person ONLY Workshop.
To register for MST 4050 Radio Staff Training Workshop through Media Studies, EVERYONE (except MST students who have taken MST 2100 Introduction to Media Production (3) & MST 2101
Introduction to Media Studies (3) needs to email Dr. Lara Hrycaj at lhrycaj@govst.edu. To register via the School of Extended Learning, you do not need to email Dr. Hrycaj.
The next Radio Staff Training Workshop will be offered on February 21 & 28, 2025. Please check the course schedule for other future dates.
Questions about MST 4050: Radio Staff Training Workshop or other radio-related courses?
Please contact Dr. Lara Hrycaj at lhrycaj@govst.edu if you have any additional questions about Radio Jaguar, the Radio Staff Training Workshop or the other radio related courses offered at GovState: MST 3730 Audio Production 1 (4), MST 4730 Audio Production 2 (4), or MST 4070 Topics in Media Studies (3).