11/10/09
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11/10/09 |
Lincoln, Illinois. – WLNX-FM (88.9), Lincoln College’s student-operated radio station, has added a new weekly sports show, “The Weekend Sports Hangover” to its weekly rotation. The two hour program, airing Saturdays from 9-11a.m., will cover the latest news and highlights from the world of sports – including local high school and college action, as well as a recap of the most exciting regional and national games.
Jordan Foss and Jon Oliver, both Lincoln College students, are teaming up to host the show. The duo, who share a passion for sports – are eager to bring their knowledge of the game and talent for connecting with athletes – to local audiences.
“We are so excited about the addition of this show to our lineup,” said John Malone, WLNX-FM general manager and a member of the LC faculty. “It is a perfect vehicle to highlight the amazing athletic programs we have locally, while also showcasing the talents of our students. Many of whom are interested in broadcast careers.”
For more information on WLNX, contact Professor John Malone at 217.732.3155. 288 or by sending an e-mail to jmalone@lincolncollege.edu.
More information about WLNX-FM:
89X is a student-operated radio station, broadcasting an alternative rock music format 24 hours per day. The station also streams its content at www.wlnxradio.com. WLNX signed on the air in 1974, and for years, operated from studios in the basement of LC’s historic University Hall. In 2007, WLNX moved to a new location one block off campus at 428 Keokuk Street in Lincoln. The state of the art facility features two modern, digital studios that rival most medium to large market radio stations in Illinois.
Using the moniker “89X” the station broadcasts an “Alternative Rock” music format targeted to a younger to middle age audience in the Lincoln area. WLNX also features local community information and Lincoln College sporting events.
Lincoln College was founded in 1865 as Lincoln University, the only institution of higher education named for Abraham Lincoln during his lifetime. It is a selective, two-year, private, liberal arts college located in Lincoln, Illinois. Lincoln College is designed to prepare a student for university study through a structured, supportive approach to learning. Approximately 89% of Lincoln College graduates transfer immediately to a four-year school where they succeed as well as or better than the native student. Student-teacher ratio at Lincoln College is 13:1 and the average class size is 16 students.