WLUW 88.7 FM is the student-run independent radio station broadcasting from the School of Communication at Loyola University Chicago. WLUW is dedicated to broadcasting independent music and informative talk programming. What does that mean? You won’t hear any top 40 tunes here!
WLUW broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week and streams worldwide. You can also catch us at nearly every Chicago music festival. WLUW seeks to provide the leading college radio experience in Chicago. We are a source of learning and growth for Loyola students, and we broaden Loyola University core values through the medium of radio and digital media.
Like us on Facebook to keep up with us and win our weekly Wax Wednesday vinyl giveaway. We often post ticket giveaways on our Instagram and Facebook page. Don’t miss out on seeing the latest independent acts in Chicago!
We are a non-commercial radio station. Underwriting and donor announcements on WLUW are given to acknowledge or to publicize those businesses and individuals who support our broadcasting program. Announcements are scheduled accordingly, limited to a maximum of 60 seconds and can include the following information:
- Donor’s Business Name
- Donor’s Business Location
- Donor’s Business Telephone Number
- Non-comparative descriptions of the products or services offered by the donor
Questions? Shoot us an email!
Have a question about show times or programming?
- Email our Programming Director at wluwprogramming@gmail.com.
Looking to get your music on air? Have a question about the songs we play?
- Email our Music Directors at musicdeptwluw@gmail.com.
Want to work with us or promote your event? Have questions about events and venues WLUW partners with?
- Email our Promotions Directors at wluwpromodept@gmail.com.
Want WLUW to air an announcement for your organization? Looking for information about sponsoring WLUW? Announcements are aired according to the schedule of your choice.
- Email our Production Director at wluwproduction@gmail.com.
We also invite bands into our station to film and record live sessions. The sessions are mixed and posted to our YouTube and Facebook pages. Curious about how to get your band into the studio?
- Email our Studio Department at studio.wluw@gmail.com.
Get your music on WLUW-FM
Mail your album to the following address:
WLUW-FM
c/o Music Department
820 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
Visit our staff page to learn more about the dedicated students who run WLUW.