WUFT-FM Named a Finalist for a 2025 NAB Crystal Radio Award

Public radio station WUFT-FM, with studios in the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications, was named a finalist for a 2025 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Crystal Radio Awards. The awards honor outstanding radio stations in the U.S. for their commitment to community service.

WUFT-FM and the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN) have been serving North Florida communities during weather emergencies for more than a decade. Together they also provide safety and emergency weather updates throughout Florida over the air, online and via the Florida Storms app.

Ten Crystal Radio Award winners will be chosen from 50 finalists by a panel of judges representing the broadcast industry, community service organizations and public relations firms.

NAB is the premier advocacy association for America’s broadcasters and advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age.

The awards will be presented during a special ceremony at the NAB State Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., on March 4, 2025.

Posted: February 4, 2025
Category: College News
Tagged as: FPREN, NAB Crystal Radio Awards, National Association of Broadcasters, WUFT-FM