| University Radio Falmer | |
|---|---|
| "The Soundtrack To Sussex Since 1976" | |
| Media Type: | Student Radio |
| Launched: | |
| Member of: | Student Radio Association |
| University: | University of Sussex[1] |
| Availability | |
| Frequency: | Internet |
| On campus | 10am-Midnight during term time |
University Radio Falmer (commonly known as URF) is the student radio station for the University of Sussex[2] and one of the oldest and most well known student radio stations in the United Kingdom. It can be heard across the world online on www.urfonline.com. With no playlist, the student DJs determine the music policy, as URF is run entirely by student volunteers.[3]
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Previously the station broadcasted on 1431AM in the Brighton area, but now only broadcasts on a live stream on the station's website, www.urfonline.com. Like most student radio stations, it is run entirely by student volunteers from the university.[4]
At the 2008 Student Radio Association Awards, Lauren Stevens won bronze in the Best Scripted Programming category for her play 'Alice in Moulsecoomb'.[5]
At the 2009 Student Radio Association Awards, University Radio Falmer won Gold place for Best Technical Achievement for Project Sunshine, created by 2009 exec members Daniel Cooper and Kris Lipscombe. [6]
Past members have gone on to have successful careers in radio including working for the BBC, Sky News, London's Heart 106.2 and Brighton's Juice.[7]