Applauding broadcast
Anthony Limjuco
class of '98
I was extremely pleased to see The Observer's support of the expansion of WVFI Friday. As an alumnus of both Notre Dame and WVFI (I was a staff announcer for four years), it was heartbreaking to see the administration pull the plug last fall on the student body's opportunity to broadcast globally via the Internet. In fact, I can recall the sweat and tears that were put into the station's futile attempts to go FM while I was there.
Thankfully, the Internet has changed the game and instead of fighting to be heard all over South Bend, technology has allowed the current body to be heard across the world. What an incredible opportunity! Indeed "why weren't students always given this opportunity?" Campus radio stations are a tremendous way for aspiring broadcasters to hone their communication skills. Moreover, they embody our first amendment right to freedom of speech. Students can discuss their views on important campus issues and play music that may not have otherwise been played on commercial radio.
I applaud the administration's decision to let the "Voice of the Fighting Irish" be heard globally. I ask that station manager Adam Frick and his staff confirm this ruling by demonstrating the professionalism, creativity and enthusiasm that Notre Dame students are capable of. And I hope that the administration's decision marks a turning point in allowing other previously "silenced" voices on campus be heard.
Anthony Limjuco
class of '98
Nov. 7, 2000
All Viewpoint Stories for Wednesday, November 8, 2000
