KRTU-FM

KRTU-FM (91.7 MHz) is a radio station broadcasting a mainstream Jazz format. Licensed in San Antonio, Texas, United States, the station serves the San Antonio area. The station is owned by Trinity University.[1] Between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., the station format changes from mainstream jazz to alternative and indie rock.[2]

KRTU-FM
Broadcast areaSan Antonio area
Frequency91.7 MHz
BrandingJazz 91.7 (jazz programming)
Indie Overnite (overnight indie programming)
Programming
FormatJazz (5am-10pm)
Indie rock (10pm-5am)
Ownership
OwnerTrinity University
History
First air date
January 1, 1976
Call sign meaning
K Radio Trinity University
Technical information
Facility ID68128
ClassC3
ERP30,000 watts
HAAT36.0 meters
Transmitter coordinates
29°27′51.00″N 98°28′56.00″W
Links
Websitekrtu.org

KRTU 91.7 is a resource of the Department of Communication that supports the academic curriculum while demonstrating Trinity University’s leadership in education and the arts.

About

Founded in 1976, KRTU is a non-commercial educational, nonprofit radio station under Trinity's 501(c)(3). KRTU programs a 17-hour/day mainstream jazz format, with alternative/indie rock overnight. The broadcast reaches throughout the San Antonio metropolitan area and into adjoining townships. KRTU is available in HD terrestrially and can be streamed worldwide on the Internet.

The station employs a full-time staff of six, while students and community volunteers support the operations throughout the year. As a public service, KRTU "Jazz for San Antonio" plays an active role in supporting local arts and artists.

In 2003, the KRTU staff included Aaron Prado-Music Director and Chief Announcer, Chris Helfrich-Director of Development, and Robin Cunningham-Operations Manager.

Mission

KRTU 91.7, a non-profit, listener supported radio station, is a resource of the Department of Communication that supports the academic curriculum while demonstrating Trinity University’s leadership in education and the arts.

See also

References
  1. "KRTU-FM Facility Record". United States Federal Communications Commission, audio division.
  2. "Search Radio Station Listings | Texas Music Office | Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott".
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