WPSU + WHYY: A CALL TO ACTION to Preserve a Central Pennsylvania Treasure

Together, we create those magic moments that expand minds, touch hearts, and feed curiosity.

For more than seven decades, WPSU has been the trusted voice of Central Pennsylvania — bringing you stories that inspire, journalism that informs, and programs that educate and connect us all.

Now, as Penn State refocuses on its core educational mission, WPSU faces an important crossroads. The financial challenges that have affected so many institutions have made it impossible for the University to continue supporting the station as it has.

But there’s good news: A Partnership to Protect Public Media

WHYY, the public media organization serving the Delaware Valley region including Southeastern PA, Southern New Jersey and Delaware, has stepped forward with a bold and compassionate vision: to acquire WPSU and help it continue as the independent, community-driven public media service Central Pennsylvania deserves.

This is not a takeover — it’s a commitment to preservation. WHYY is working closely with Penn State and the WPSU team to keep local programming, trusted voices, and community connections strong. The goal is simple: to keep WPSU vibrant, local, and on the air.

Why This Matters

Without this partnership, WPSU could face closure — a loss that would silence one of the region’s most vital sources of local journalism, educational programming, and cultural storytelling.

This proposed acquisition represents hope and continuity to help:

• Local news and storytelling remain rooted in Central Pennsylvania.
• Educational programming continues to serve students, teachers, and lifelong learners.
• Community voices are amplified through trusted, non-commercial media.
• WPSU’s identity and independence stay intact, while benefiting from WHYY’s operational support and shared resources.

A Shared Vision for the Future

This partnership is rooted in a shared belief

• That public media matters,
• That community voices should endure, and
• That together, WPSU and WHYY can build a bright, independent, and sustainable future for trusted journalism and lifelong learning in Central Pennsylvania.

Keep WPSU’s Voice Strong – Your Support Stays Local

Your generosity has always powered WPSU. Now, your continued support will help our station’s trusted local voice remain strong, independent, and right here in Central Pennsylvania. By taking action now, you join others committed to:

• Keeping WPSU’s local programming and trusted voices on the air now.
• Protecting our station’s independence and community focus.

Every dollar pledged goes exclusively to WPSU to support its current operations and role as the heart of public media in Central Pennsylvania. Your support today keeps WPSU strong.

Help WPSU remain the voice of your community, supported by WHYY’s shared commitment to keeping public media local, independent, and strong.

How You Can Help

Give to WPSU at Penn State now! Begin or continue to support WPSU. Your gift now will directly support ongoing operations and position WPSU in the very best way to transfer operations to WHYY once the FCC approves the transfer of the operating license.