Randy Wright, Executive Director of the UF College of Journalism and Communication Division of Media Properties, which includes WUFT, talks about BEACON, the first artificial intelligence emergency broadcast system launched this week.

BEACON’s patented technology delivers vital safety alerts and emergency information from trusted, official government sources instantly to the public in their native language 24/7/365. A secure, unified platform for state and local Emergency Managers to keep citizens safe before, during and after a crisis.

Our goal is to remain a trusted source of news during an election in which misinformation continues to proliferate. Here’s what you can expect from us on election night this year.

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) announced today that veteran meteorologist Tim Miller will be joining the College and its Division of Media Properties as chief meteorologist and director of the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network (FPREN), starting July 26.

The 34th annual Fanfares & Fireworks will take place Wednesday from 6 to 10 p.m. at the University of Florida Bandshell at Flavet Field.

WUFT student journalists received national recognition in the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) 2023 National Mark of Excellence (MOE) Awards competition. The awards honor the best collegiate work published or broadcast in 2023.

National winners will be announced in August 2024 and will be honored at the 2024 Edward R. Murrow Awards Gala on Oct. 14 in New York City.

WUFT is accepting nominations for the 2024 WUFT Anniversary poster. The original image/design should be visually appealing, captivating, and representative of the spirit and essence of the WUFT-FM and WUFT Classic listening community.

David Barasoain will join the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Innovation News Center (INC) as an Associate In faculty member and news manager on May 1.