WUFM

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WUFM
Broadcast area	Columbus, Ohio
Branding	88.7 RadioU
Slogan	Where Music is Going
First air date	October 30, 1997 (As WUFM)
Frequency	88.7 (MHz)
Format	Christian Rock
ERP	5000 watts
Class	B
Callsign meaning	WUFM
Owner	Spirit Communications
Website	http://www.radiou.com/

WUFM or RadioU is an Christian rock FM radio station in Columbus, Ohio located at 88.7 MHz. WUFM is currently owned by Spirit Communications and is available via the Sky Angel satellite system.

The call letters WUFM reflect the name of the station (Radio U) as well as the fact that the station broadcasts using FM.

From RadioU.com:

RadioU is an FM radio station in Columbus, Ohio which also provides its programming via satellite to a network of radio stations nationwide. RadioU is owned and operated by Spirit Communications, Inc., a 501(3) non-profit organization, which also operates TVU Music Television, and its Website, TVULIVE.COM.

Spirit Communications launched RadioU in 1996, and TVU Music Television in 2001. The company's 24/7 radio and television programming is available to radio stations and cable systems nationwide; through Sky Angel's direct-to-home DBS satellite system; and online at RADIOU.COM and TVULIVE.COM. The programming targets 12-24 year olds with a message of hope and encouragement through an eclectic mix of popular music. The music and programming promote anti-drug and anti-violence messages, while upholding positive lifestyle messages to its student-age audience.

RadioU provides solid, uplifting alternatives to other radio programming aimed toward high school and college-age students. RadioU works closely with The HelpLine, a call center organization that provides prayer and referral services to those in need. Spirit Communications’ non-commercial FM radio station in Columbus, Ohio also provides airtime to other non-profit organizations, hosts and promotes events each year to reinforce its positive lifestyle messages among area students, has produced a series of high school assemblies focused on drunk driving issues, and is an active voice for public service to the area.

RadioU plays no paid-for commercial advertising, receives no state or federal government funding, and is not owned by a large corporate broadcasting company. Operating expenses are covered by donations received from the public.

RadioU continues to receive national recognition for its commitment to excellence in trade publications such as Radio & Records, Radio Ink, and Wireless Age.