Radio and Television Overview
The Radio and Television (RTV) Department at USI has consistently ranked in the Broadcast Education Association’s (BEA) Top 40 of all college programs since 2022, winning the prestigious Best of Festival award in 2024. Over the past 20 years, the department has won numerous student awards at national competitions such as College Broadcasters, Inc. (CBI) and regional competitions like Indiana Association of School Broadcasters (IASB).
Students in the RTV major receive a combination of hands-on training and theoretical foundations in various types of media creation, including all phases of audio, video, and digital productions found in our current media landscape. Complementing these academic exercises, RTV majors have the opportunity to gain practical experience working with 95.7 The Spin (USI’s radio station), The Nest (USI’s student-run video production organization), and yearlong NCAA Division I sports broadcasts with ESPN+. Internships and entry-level opportunities at local Radio, Television, and other media production companies are also available during your time at USI and upon graduation.
