UCFM is a radio station, independently run by students in Canberra, Australia. The University of Canberra owns this channel. By using the on-air brand name of 87.8 UCFM, the station broadcasts the show in Radio College format. Hence, the leading programs are related to news and current affairs. The listeners can also enjoy online streaming through Facebook, and TuneIn provided links. The university students volunteer themselves to promote this station while acting as the online presenters of the radio format. However, the outside listener can also nominate themselves as the volunteer of UC FM. The listeners of this station mostly belong to the age group of 18-40 years. The resident of the district of Belconnen and North Canberra can enjoy listening to this station.
About UCFM 87.7:
On August 10, 1994, UCFM broadcasted its first show as CUE FM at the frequency of 87.7 MHz FM. The University of Canberra established this radio channel. Since it was promoted and established through non-academic student services. Therefore, the station receives no funding or donations. The broadcasting cost is paid through non-intrusive advertising. The primary aim of establishing this station was to educate the students in a profitably significant way so that the students can promote the field of professional media. In 2008, UC FM shifted to the current frequency. According to the records of history, the developing years of UCFM include the students’ reestablishment of the studio’s building and their efforts to promote the station outside the university.
Technical Details:
The slogan of 87.8 FM is ‘Canberra’s Alternative.’ The current location of the Transmitter Coordinates is 35.2380⁰S 149.0835⁰E.
Contact Details:
Address: University Drive Bruce ACT 2617
Phone Number: +612 6206 8878
Email Address: info@ucfm.com.au
Official Website: http://www.ucfm.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UCFMRadio
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UCFMRadio
