History of WSDP
Check out these old pictures of WSDP staff and events.
| February 14, 1972 |
Began broadcasting at 89.3 FM at a power of ten watts. |
| October 3, 1977 |
Exchanged frequencies with WEMU (Eastern Michigan University), with WSDP moving to 88.1 FM. |
| December 17, 1979 |
Increased power to 200 watts, in order to broaden our coverage area and increase listenership. |
| May 1, 1985 |
Began broadcasting with a stereo signal. |
| May 1985 |
Started offering scholarships to graduating seniors. |
| October 8, 1990 |
Joined the United Press International (UPI) Radio Network. |
| March 27, 1993 |
Named a Community Achiever by Canton Township. |
| May 11, 1996 |
Raised over $5000 during our annual radio auction and donated $500 to Community Hospice Services. |
| April 7, 1997 |
Joined the USA News Network. |
| February 21, 2000 |
Launched the first stage of our website. |
| April 5, 2000 |
Named Station of the Year by the Michigan Association of Educational Broadcasters for the sixth time in 11 years. |
| April 12, 2000 |
Website shortens address to www.wsdpradio.com. |
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