Save music; donate some bucks to college radio

Donate money to KSYM's pledge drive in honor of 44 years of 90.1 FM history. The drive ends Sunday, so hurry and give what you can.

This 16th annual drive helps KSYM keep its doors open and provide music and entertainment not found on commercial stations.

The college provides minimal funding for this program that allows students to get real hands-on experience in the radio business.

They learn how to run a daily or once weekly music or talk show by going live on air. And unless they are on staff, the DJs donate their time and energy.

Imagine waking up early every morning just for the experience of being on the radio and doing what you love. Support these students with whatever you can.

The drive is not just for big companies or community members with deep pockets. You can help this program survive by pledging $35 and receive a KSYM T-shirt. You could pledge less and receive premium prizes such as donated restaurant gift cards.

But even if $35 is beyond your budget, KSYM won't say no to a couple of dollars. The program needs all they can get because licensing fees and equipment aren't getting less expensive.

What do you have to lose? This cause is great and everyone should come together to support one of this college's most impressive programs.

KSYM has won "Best Music Radio Station" in a competition run by The Current for years and has helped many former students gain experience and a foot in the door.

Call 486-5796 and show these students you care about them and pledge something.

Anything.