Low Power FM (LPFM) stations, created in January 2000 are those stations for noncommercial educational broadcasting only that operate with 1 to 100 watts of power and cover a radius up to approximately 5.6 km (3.5 miles)
LPFM stations are available to noncommercial educational entities and public safety and transportation organizations only. Programming must be a minimum of eight (8) hours per day.
November 11, 2013—KSU filed an application for a construction permit for Low Power FM (LPFM) radio station after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) opened its filing window period.
December 16, 2013—FCC issued a list of applicants with competing application. KSU had one competitor. Both applicants were subsequently granted approval to construct radio stations, as the competitor sought a channel frequency change.
December 4, 2014—FCC granted KSU a construction permit to begin developing its radio station on campus. The antenna will be located atop of Hathaway Hall. Radio frequency 100.9 FM/Channel 265.
June 4, 2016—KSU must complete the construction phase and apply for the operational license.
KSU will seek consultation with an entity to assist with the development of the station.
KSU will develop a list of equipment that will be necessary to begin operating the radio tower and control room. Necessary equipment will be purchased and installed.
The equipment will be purchased.