Dr. William E. Smith is the Executive Director of Admissions at Central State University — Dr. Smith also attended Central State University, where he first started his teacher certification before relocating to California. Dr. Smith is excited and eager to elevate the mission and enhance the reputation of Central State University. Find out how! Joined by Charles Fox, General Manager of WCSU-FM.
Dr. Derrick Lee Foward, 34th president of the Dayton Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is a native of Dayton, Ohio and a successful businessman in the community for more than 30 years. He is the longest serving President in the 110-year history of the Dayton Branch NAACP.
For two decades, Dr. Foward has been a strong advocate with the NAACP for Civil and Human Rights locally, statewide and nationally. In 2023, during the 54th NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, California, he was awarded the NAACP Image Award for Activist of the Year.
Dr. Foward, a graduate of Central State University Ebony Class of 1990, was inducted into the Central State University Alumni Achievement Hall of Fame on March 1, 2016. Dr. Forward recently joined WCSU-FM general manager Charles Fox for this exclusive and enlightening interview.
For two decades, Dr. Foward has been a strong advocate with the NAACP for Civil and Human Rights locally, statewide and nationally. In 2023, during the 54th NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, California, he was awarded the NAACP Image Award for Activist of the Year.
Dr. Foward, a graduate of Central State University Ebony Class of 1990, was inducted into the Central State University Alumni Achievement Hall of Fame on March 1, 2016. Dr. Forward recently joined WCSU-FM general manager Charles Fox for this exclusive and enlightening interview.
...some that require no SAT or ACT.
For more information call:
Dr. William Smith — 571-214-3003.
Email: wsmith1@centralstate.edu
Or
Ms. Anauta Gaines — 937-376-6596
Email: againes@centralstate.edu
For more information call:
Dr. William Smith — 571-214-3003.
Email: wsmith1@centralstate.edu
Or
Ms. Anauta Gaines — 937-376-6596
Email: againes@centralstate.edu
Research Connection Podcast focuses on research activities and projects that are occupying the attention of CSU research faculty and students. You can listen to this and other Extension podcasts on wcsufm.org - John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture (JWGCESTA)/1890 Land-Grant Program
Latest episode: "Forensic Minor Studies!"
Latest episode: "Forensic Minor Studies!"
WCSU Jazzy 88.9 FM is Central State University’s voice on the airwaves, delivering jazz, news, and student-produced programming to our community. Your support helps us provide hands-on training for students, preserve the legacy of jazz, and keep quality, educational radio thriving. A gift to Jazzy 88.9 FM ensures we continue inspiring, informing, and entertaining our listeners while preparing the next generation of media professionals.
Who Is Cleöcrt?
CinciNasty Raised Performer/Singer/Songwriter... more info in link above.
Interview by Mycah Pollard.
CinciNasty Raised Performer/Singer/Songwriter... more info in link above.
Interview by Mycah Pollard.
Trent Darby brings you upbeat jazz to energize your morning at 9 AM. Funky Friday's are back!
The HBCU Radio Preservation Project preserves and honors the legacy of Black college radio. They are safeguarding at-risk historical media and gathering oral histories to explore how HBCU radio stations serve their campuses and communities.
In recognition of Black History Month, Legacy Listening: HBCU Radio Memories features excerpts from the project’s growing collection of oral history interviews, focusing on WCSU at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio.
You can listen to oral histories from the HBCU Radio Preservation Project on YouTube in collaboration with their partners at the Margaret Walker Center.
The HBCU Radio Preservation Project is part of the The Center for Radio Preservation and Archives at WYSO.
In recognition of Black History Month, Legacy Listening: HBCU Radio Memories features excerpts from the project’s growing collection of oral history interviews, focusing on WCSU at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio.
You can listen to oral histories from the HBCU Radio Preservation Project on YouTube in collaboration with their partners at the Margaret Walker Center.
The HBCU Radio Preservation Project is part of the The Center for Radio Preservation and Archives at WYSO.
Naykishia Darby, Thee Cardigan Professor, reads excerpts from some of her favorite (and topical!) poets and authors. Presented by wcsufm.org.
Three years ago, business coach and owner of GrantSource, Chataun Denis saw the need to promote Black Businesses more widely. So, she created a directory of Black-owned businesses.Find out more!
FREE-FORM, STUDENT-RUN, MARAUDER-POWERED RADIO! Visit *On Our Own Radio* CENTRAL STATE UNIVERSITY
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Downtown Cairo, or Wust el-Balad as it's known, is a trove of hidden gems. Imprinted on every high-ceilinged building, arched balcony and iconic roundabout are relics that feel like love letters from the past. -
The books we're spotlighting this month don't exactly radiate escapist good vibes — but they do offer the opportunity to step into someone else's life and get to know their view of our shared world. -
With elections in Georgia and Wisconsin Tuesday, Democrats continued to overperform, which the party started in 2025 when it regularly improved on its margins compared to the presidential race in 2024. -
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A tortured Oslo police detective may be on the trail of a psycho killer in this genuinely suspenseful screen adaptation of Jo Nesbø's The Devil's Star. -
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To figure out how to boost student voting, colleges have relied on a study about campus voter registration and turnout rates. A Trump administration investigation has cut schools off from new data. -
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The abortion pill mifepristone must undergo a safety review by the FDA, the judge said. Louisiana's case seeking to ban its use through telemedicine will proceed after that review. -
The astronauts on Artemis II observed parts of the moon humans had never seen before. Their findings provide a scientific baseline — and sense of wonder — for future missions.
The Real Deal Press is the premier fully digital news organization in Northeast Ohio targeting the news and information needs of the more than 400,000 African American residents of our area.
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Café Jazz is a mix of original vinyl recordings with contemporary jazz releases on CD. The show is energetic, classic and classy. The show also features the very best of the Bebop era and Straight Ahead jazz.
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Highly successful businesses understand the importance of underwriting as well as the importance of social responsibility. What if you could do both and save money?
Download the WCSU Public Radio App. The WCSU Public Radio App allows you to conveniently listen to your favorite jazz and news programs on your favorite mobile device.
Student-run and Marauder-powered, On Our Own Radio can be heard via 88.9fm HD2 from Wilberforce, Ohio, and around the world at oooradio.com!
NPR News
- A humorist faces life with Stage 4 lung cancer: 'The future disappeared for me'
- Some human rights groups think Israel is targeting medics in Lebanon
- Iranian expatriate reacts to fragile ceasefire between U.S. and
- After Trump's mounting threats against Iran, U.S. and Iran reach two-week ceasefire agreement
- What does it mean when U.S. military members become conscientious objectors to war?
- Trump celebrates 2-week ceasefire with Iran
- U.S., Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire. And, Trump-backed Clay Fuller wins House race
- Morning news brief
Brother Ronald L. Murray, Your Soldier For The Lord, will get you up and moving with the best in traditional, contemporary and inspirational music.
You will hear stories about how our lives, all living beings and our living systems are intertwined: big and small, close and far, including us, human beings.
"Catch the Flo" is a weekly music show hosted by contemporary jazz keyboard artist, Marcus Johnson. "Catch the Flo" features jazz music, both straight and smooth.
PERSONNEL
Jacqueline Gamblin
Natalia S. Harris, Vice Chair
Christopher L. Wyche, Secretary
Shon P. Anderson
James L. Ervin Jr.
Jason R. Manns
Linda D. Matthews
Richard C. Perry
Asia T. Brown
Nicole C. Holt
“As a filmmaker, my goal is to inspire the audience to reflect on life and personal questions while entertaining them and making them laugh at the same time.” - Jennifer Sharp
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!