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Re-Imagined Radio Presents Holiday Specials: “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5” And “A Christmas Carol” (Photo) - 12/02/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Re-Imagined Radio will continue its holiday tradition with two special December broadcasts celebrating the season through classic radio storytelling.

 

At 1 p.m. Dec. 15, Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5,” an annual showcase of historic Christmas-themed radio episodes. This year’s sampler presents three examples of radio storytelling that each, in their own way, carry messages of hope.

 

The program begins with Edward R. Murrow’s “Message of Hope to America, Christmas Eve, 1942.” Broadcasting from London during World War II, Murrow opens with his familiar “This is London,” then recounts hopeful scenes observed during his walks through the city. He concludes with a wish to listeners: “A Merry Christmas. So long, and good luck.”

 

Next is “Christmas Party for Hubert Smith,” from the popular radio program “Truth or Consequences.” Originally aired Dec. 20, 1947, the episode features host Ralph Edwards orchestrating a transcontinental broadcast that links a wounded Navy sailor in California with his family and hometown in Tennessee. The live coordination between multiple locations stands as an impressive technical achievement—and a touching Christmas surprise for Hubert “H.C.” Smith.

 

The sampler concludes with “The Plot to Overthrow Christmas,” written and directed by Norman Corwin and broadcast by Columbia Workshop on Christmas Eve 1945. Performed entirely in rhyming verse, the satirical story imagines history’s villains gathering in hell to devise a plan to sabotage Christmas. With all performers together in a New York studio, the episode highlights radio’s ability to experiment with sound, language and performance.

 

“These are three experiments in radio storytelling, each focused on a Christmas message. To these, Re-Imagined Radio adds its own best wishes and encouragement to keep hope alive,” said John F. Barber, producer and host of Re-Imagined Radio and faculty member in the Digital Technology and Culture program at Washington State University Vancouver.

 

At 1 p.m. Dec. 22, Re-Imagined Radio continues its seasonal tradition with a broadcast of “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Since 2013, the program has presented some form of this classic community holiday radio story.

This year features the original Dec. 24, 1939, Campbell Playhouse performance, starring Lionel Barrymore as Ebenezer Scrooge, Orson Welles and actors of the Mercury Theatre on the Air. Widely regarded by radio historians as the definitive radio adaptation of Dickens’ tale, the 1939 broadcast showcases Barrymore in the role he would perform 18 times between 1934 and 1954.

 

Re-Imagined Radio episodes air on KXRW-FM (99.9) in Vancouver, KXRY-FM (91.1 and 107.1) in Portland, and KNOM-AM (780) in Nome, Alaska, with subsequent broadcasts and streaming by additional partners.

 

Re-Imagined Radio premieres new episodes on the third Monday of each month. Episodes stream globally and later become available as podcasts and on YouTube. Listening links and an archive of past episodes are available at reimaginedradio.fm, which also features Re-Imagined Radio EXTRA, offering additional sound-based storytelling between monthly episodes.

 

About Re-Imagined Radio
Created in 2013 by Barber, Re-Imagined Radio explores sound-based storytelling across genres, including drama, comedy, documentary and sound art. Through performances, broadcasts, streaming, podcasts and social media, the program re-imagines radio storytelling for contemporary audiences.

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5”, Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5”,

Re-Imagined Radio Presents Holiday Specials: “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5” And “A Christmas Carol” (Photo) - 12/02/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Re-Imagined Radio will continue its holiday tradition with two special December broadcasts celebrating the season through classic radio storytelling.

 

At 1 p.m. Dec. 15, Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5,” an annual showcase of historic Christmas-themed radio episodes. This year’s sampler presents three examples of radio storytelling that each, in their own way, carry messages of hope.

 

The program begins with Edward R. Murrow’s “Message of Hope to America, Christmas Eve, 1942.” Broadcasting from London during World War II, Murrow opens with his familiar “This is London,” then recounts hopeful scenes observed during his walks through the city. He concludes with a wish to listeners: “A Merry Christmas. So long, and good luck.”

 

Next is “Christmas Party for Hubert Smith,” from the popular radio program “Truth or Consequences.” Originally aired Dec. 20, 1947, the episode features host Ralph Edwards orchestrating a transcontinental broadcast that links a wounded Navy sailor in California with his family and hometown in Tennessee. The live coordination between multiple locations stands as an impressive technical achievement—and a touching Christmas surprise for Hubert “H.C.” Smith.

 

The sampler concludes with “The Plot to Overthrow Christmas,” written and directed by Norman Corwin and broadcast by Columbia Workshop on Christmas Eve 1945. Performed entirely in rhyming verse, the satirical story imagines history’s villains gathering in hell to devise a plan to sabotage Christmas. With all performers together in a New York studio, the episode highlights radio’s ability to experiment with sound, language and performance.

 

“These are three experiments in radio storytelling, each focused on a Christmas message. To these, Re-Imagined Radio adds its own best wishes and encouragement to keep hope alive,” said John F. Barber, producer and host of Re-Imagined Radio and faculty member in the Digital Technology and Culture program at Washington State University Vancouver.

 

At 1 p.m. Dec. 22, Re-Imagined Radio continues its seasonal tradition with a broadcast of “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. Since 2013, the program has presented some form of this classic community holiday radio story.

This year features the original Dec. 24, 1939, Campbell Playhouse performance, starring Lionel Barrymore as Ebenezer Scrooge, Orson Welles and actors of the Mercury Theatre on the Air. Widely regarded by radio historians as the definitive radio adaptation of Dickens’ tale, the 1939 broadcast showcases Barrymore in the role he would perform 18 times between 1934 and 1954.

 

Re-Imagined Radio episodes air on KXRW-FM (99.9) in Vancouver, KXRY-FM (91.1 and 107.1) in Portland, and KNOM-AM (780) in Nome, Alaska, with subsequent broadcasts and streaming by additional partners.

 

Re-Imagined Radio premieres new episodes on the third Monday of each month. Episodes stream globally and later become available as podcasts and on YouTube. Listening links and an archive of past episodes are available at reimaginedradio.fm, which also features Re-Imagined Radio EXTRA, offering additional sound-based storytelling between monthly episodes.

 

About Re-Imagined Radio
Created in 2013 by Barber, Re-Imagined Radio explores sound-based storytelling across genres, including drama, comedy, documentary and sound art. Through performances, broadcasts, streaming, podcasts and social media, the program re-imagines radio storytelling for contemporary audiences.

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5”, Re-Imagined Radio premieres “A Radio Christmas Sampler, Vol. 5”,

GivingTuesday Matching Gift Supports WSU Vancouver Students Facing Food Insecurity (Photo) - 12/01/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver is marking GivingTuesday with a $10,000 matching gift supporting students who face food insecurity through the Cougar Food Pantry. The match is made possible by Mark Brubaker and Kristina Lockwood, whose philanthropy has helped transform the pantry into a critical campus resource.

 

The campaign comes as basic needs insecurity draws statewide attention. Gov. Bob Ferguson recently proclaimed Post-Secondary Basic Needs Awareness Week in Washington, highlighting the growing number of college students struggling with access to food, housing and other essentials. Recent statewide surveys show that nearly half of Washington’s college students have difficulty meeting basic needs—a reality reflected on the WSU Vancouver campus. Student visits to the Cougar Food Pantry have increased nearly 18% in recent weeks.

 

When Brubaker and Lockwood moved from Los Angeles to Camas, they had no prior connection to WSU. After learning about the Cougar Food Pantry and the students who rely on it, they quickly found their place in the Cougar community.

 

What began as a small gift grew into a powerful partnership. Over the past three years, Brubaker and Lockwood have contributed $82,000 to strengthen the pantry, helping it evolve from a small, part-time operation into a resource that now serves hundreds of students with dignity, choice and consistent access to nutritious food. Their support helped fund the pantry’s expansion into a larger space and contributed to the hiring of WSU Vancouver’s full-time basic needs navigator.

 

“We’ve walked away every time knowing where the dollars were going—and that it made a difference,” Brubaker said.

 

“It’s hard enough to be a student,” Lockwood said. “Feeding yourself or your family shouldn’t be a concern.”

 

In response to the growing need, Brubaker and Lockwood have stepped forward again. Between now and GivingTuesday (Dec. 2), all gifts to the Cougar Food Pantry will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000.

Community support helps ensure WSU Vancouver students can meet their basic needs, stay on track academically and build a foundation for future success.

 

Make a gift to the Cougar Food Pantry online or contact Grant Yenney at 360-546-9173 or grant.yenney@wsu.edu.

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Kristina Lockwood (left) and Mark Brubaker (right),

GivingTuesday Matching Gift Supports WSU Vancouver Students Facing Food Insecurity (Photo) - 12/01/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver is marking GivingTuesday with a $10,000 matching gift supporting students who face food insecurity through the Cougar Food Pantry. The match is made possible by Mark Brubaker and Kristina Lockwood, whose philanthropy has helped transform the pantry into a critical campus resource.

 

The campaign comes as basic needs insecurity draws statewide attention. Gov. Bob Ferguson recently proclaimed Post-Secondary Basic Needs Awareness Week in Washington, highlighting the growing number of college students struggling with access to food, housing and other essentials. Recent statewide surveys show that nearly half of Washington’s college students have difficulty meeting basic needs—a reality reflected on the WSU Vancouver campus. Student visits to the Cougar Food Pantry have increased nearly 18% in recent weeks.

 

When Brubaker and Lockwood moved from Los Angeles to Camas, they had no prior connection to WSU. After learning about the Cougar Food Pantry and the students who rely on it, they quickly found their place in the Cougar community.

 

What began as a small gift grew into a powerful partnership. Over the past three years, Brubaker and Lockwood have contributed $82,000 to strengthen the pantry, helping it evolve from a small, part-time operation into a resource that now serves hundreds of students with dignity, choice and consistent access to nutritious food. Their support helped fund the pantry’s expansion into a larger space and contributed to the hiring of WSU Vancouver’s full-time basic needs navigator.

 

“We’ve walked away every time knowing where the dollars were going—and that it made a difference,” Brubaker said.

 

“It’s hard enough to be a student,” Lockwood said. “Feeding yourself or your family shouldn’t be a concern.”

 

In response to the growing need, Brubaker and Lockwood have stepped forward again. Between now and GivingTuesday (Dec. 2), all gifts to the Cougar Food Pantry will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $10,000.

Community support helps ensure WSU Vancouver students can meet their basic needs, stay on track academically and build a foundation for future success.

 

Make a gift to the Cougar Food Pantry online or contact Grant Yenney at 360-546-9173 or grant.yenney@wsu.edu.

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Kristina Lockwood (left) and Mark Brubaker (right),

Kick Off The Holiday Season Cougar Style At Cougar Cheer And Gift Gear (Photo) - 11/21/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver invites community members to ring in the holiday season Cougar style. Cougar Cheer and Gift Gear will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver.

 

Holiday shopping begins early with the CougarWear pop-up shop, which opens at 10 a.m. and runs through the evening event. Shoppers can browse exclusive WSU merchandise and pick up Cougar-themed gifts before festivities begin. If you are looking for something specific, visit the CougarWear webpage or email tracy@anchorbaymtg.com by Nov. 30.

 

The family- and pet-friendly celebration is free and open to the public. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., guests may enjoy a complimentary photo opportunity with WSU’s mascot, Butch T. Cougar, and capture a festive holiday memory.

 

Guests may also enter a drawing to win WSU swag or two flight vouchers generously provided by Alaska Airlines.

 

Attendees are encouraged to support the Cougar Food Pantry by making a cash donation or bringing nonperishable food items. To view the pantry’s current list of most-needed items, visit the Cougar Food Pantry webpage.

 

If you have questions about the event, contact Maddy Juul at 360-546-9600 or madelyn.juul@wsu.edu.

 

For accommodation requests, call 360-546-9739 or email van.accommodations@wsu.edu

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Holiday Butch, Santa Butch,

Kick Off The Holiday Season Cougar Style At Cougar Cheer And Gift Gear (Photo) - 11/21/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver invites community members to ring in the holiday season Cougar style. Cougar Cheer and Gift Gear will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver.

 

Holiday shopping begins early with the CougarWear pop-up shop, which opens at 10 a.m. and runs through the evening event. Shoppers can browse exclusive WSU merchandise and pick up Cougar-themed gifts before festivities begin. If you are looking for something specific, visit the CougarWear webpage or email tracy@anchorbaymtg.com by Nov. 30.

 

The family- and pet-friendly celebration is free and open to the public. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., guests may enjoy a complimentary photo opportunity with WSU’s mascot, Butch T. Cougar, and capture a festive holiday memory.

 

Guests may also enter a drawing to win WSU swag or two flight vouchers generously provided by Alaska Airlines.

 

Attendees are encouraged to support the Cougar Food Pantry by making a cash donation or bringing nonperishable food items. To view the pantry’s current list of most-needed items, visit the Cougar Food Pantry webpage.

 

If you have questions about the event, contact Maddy Juul at 360-546-9600 or madelyn.juul@wsu.edu.

 

For accommodation requests, call 360-546-9739 or email van.accommodations@wsu.edu

 

About WSU Vancouver

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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Attached Media Files: Holiday Butch, Santa Butch,

WSU Vancouver Hosts Scholarships 101 Information Night To Help Students Make College More Affordable - 11/19/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver invites students, families and community members to attend Scholarships 101 Information Night at 6 p.m. Dec. 3, in the Dengerink Administration Building, Room 110.

 

The free, public event will provide practical strategies and expert guidance to help students find and win scholarships that can reduce the cost of college.

 

“Scholarships can open doors—helping students fund their education without taking on extra debt,” said Natalie Marquez, campus director of student financial services. “We want to empower students to pursue higher education with less financial stress.”

 

Attendees will learn:

  • Where to find the best scholarship opportunities
  • How to write essays that stand out
  • What successful scholarship recipients did to win awards

 

The session is designed to equip students with insider knowledge and actionable tools to make higher education more affordable and achievable.

 

Advance registration is encouraged. Visit vancouver.wsu.edu/events to register. Complimentary parking will be provided to registered guests.

 

For disability accommodations, call 360-546-9739 or email van.accommodations@wsu.edu.

 

For more information about the event, contact Student Financial Services at 360-546-WSUV or van.finaid@wsu.edu.

 

About WSU Vancouver

WSU Vancouver is located at 14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave. in Vancouver, east of the 134th Street exit from either I-5 or I-205, or via C-TRAN bus service. Find a campus map at vancouver.wsu.edu/map. Download the AMP Park app or go to aimsmobilepay.com to pay for parking.

 

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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WSU Vancouver Hosts Scholarships 101 Information Night To Help Students Make College More Affordable - 11/19/25

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Washington State University Vancouver invites students, families and community members to attend Scholarships 101 Information Night at 6 p.m. Dec. 3, in the Dengerink Administration Building, Room 110.

 

The free, public event will provide practical strategies and expert guidance to help students find and win scholarships that can reduce the cost of college.

 

“Scholarships can open doors—helping students fund their education without taking on extra debt,” said Natalie Marquez, campus director of student financial services. “We want to empower students to pursue higher education with less financial stress.”

 

Attendees will learn:

  • Where to find the best scholarship opportunities
  • How to write essays that stand out
  • What successful scholarship recipients did to win awards

 

The session is designed to equip students with insider knowledge and actionable tools to make higher education more affordable and achievable.

 

Advance registration is encouraged. Visit vancouver.wsu.edu/events to register. Complimentary parking will be provided to registered guests.

 

For disability accommodations, call 360-546-9739 or email van.accommodations@wsu.edu.

 

For more information about the event, contact Student Financial Services at 360-546-WSUV or van.finaid@wsu.edu.

 

About WSU Vancouver

WSU Vancouver is located at 14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave. in Vancouver, east of the 134th Street exit from either I-5 or I-205, or via C-TRAN bus service. Find a campus map at vancouver.wsu.edu/map. Download the AMP Park app or go to aimsmobilepay.com to pay for parking.

 

As one of six campuses of the WSU system, WSU Vancouver offers big-school resources in a small-school environment. The university provides affordable, high-quality baccalaureate- and graduate-level education to benefit the people and communities it serves. As the only four-year research university in Southwest Washington, WSU Vancouver helps drive economic growth through relationships with local businesses and industries, schools and nonprofit organizations. 

 

WSU Vancouver is located on the homelands of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Peoples of the Lower Columbia Valley. We acknowledge their presence here. WSU Vancouver expresses its respect towards these original and current caretakers of the region. We pledge that these relationships will be built on mutual trust and respect.

 

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