About WCMU

As one of Central Michigan University’s principal public service commitments, WCMU Public Media has provided television and radio programming and other outreach activities for over 50 years, to residents of 48 counties in Michigan, and portions of Ontario.  With four television and eight radio stations, WCMU Public Media reaches over 1.3 million people.

Our Mission Statement

At WCMU Public Media, we tell stories to...
Connect
Inspire
Educate
and Entertain.
Stories that Matter.

Our Vision

WCMU Public Media is a place where voices are heard, valued, and connected. We will be a central pillar of our communities, and a catalyst for civic engagement, cultural vitality, and meaningful relationships — creating space for learning, understanding, and shared experiences that enrich the region we call home.

Our Values

Grounded in the core values of our licensee, Central Michigan University, WCMU Public Media tells stories with integrity, social responsibility, respect for diverse voices, compassion for our communities, inclusiveness, and a commitment to innovation and excellence in public service.

Ethical Journalism

The WCMU newsroom holds itself to high ethical standards to produce our journalism by following NPR's code of ethics. We adhere to strict editorial independence, balanced, fact-based coverage that is free from outside or commercial influence, including our financial supporters and our university licensee.