Oklahoma Public Radio KOSU "OPR" is the Oklahoma source for National Public Radio (NPR) news and information, including such programs as "Morning Edition" and "All Things Considered".  OPR also broadcasts classical music and a variety of weekend programming, such as "A Prairie Home Companion" with Garrison Keillor.  OPR provides Oklahomans with a well-rounded public radio experience. With two of the largest public radio stations in the state, OPR broadcasts at 100,000 watts on 91.7 in central Oklahoma and on 107.5 in northeast Oklahoma, 24 hours a day.  We also broadcast on 101.9 in Okmulgee.

OPR is respected for its state news coverage, including full-time reporting on news at the state capitol in Oklahoma City.  Live severe weather information is a trademark of OPR excellence.  OPR also provides in-depth stories and features about the arts and Oklahoma culture, including the people and places that make our land grand.

Mission

• To be the most trusted radio resource for Oklahoma.

• KOSU champions the production and delivery of quality news, information, arts and entertainment programs.
• Through our partnership with Oklahoma State University, KOSU seeks to enhance the education mission of the University through student development and faculty outreach opportunities.
• KOSU is committed to lifelong learning opportunities.
• In every endeavor, KOSU strives to be a good steward of the financial resources entrusted to provide listener services.

• Diversity in voice and opinion.
• Artistic expression.
• Civility in public discourse.
• The celebration of Oklahoma culture and heritage.
• A sense of community.
  

Background & Accomplishments

• Began broadcasting in 1955
• First National Public Radio station in Oklahoma
• 271 awards for outstanding programming
• Tripled potential audience through signal expansion in 1991
• Established worldwide service at kosu.org in March 2000
• Doubled service area with second station in January 2005
• Sixteen "National Championships" 

  1985	duPont Columbia
  1994	Public Radio News Directors
  1996	Public Radio News Directors
  2000	Public Radio News Directors (2)
  2001	Public Radio News Directors
  2002	Scripps Howard Foundation
  2002	Edward R. Murrow (2)
  2003	Scripps Howard Foundation
  2003	Edward R. Murrow
  2004	Public Radio News Directors
  2005	Public Radio News Directors
  2005	Assoc. of Capitol Reporters & Editors (2)
  2005	Edward R. Murrow

Here & Now

• Celebrating 51 years of quality programming
• The Oklahoma Public Radio Network was established January 2005
• Broadcasting on 91.7 - Oklahoma City , 107.5  - Tulsa, and 101.9 - Okmulgee
• Over 4,000 contributors from over 300 cities and 15 states
• Recognized regionally, nationally and internationally as a leader in broadcast journalism excellence
• Reports and features by OPR staff are broadcast on the National Public Radio network, which reaches over 30 million Americans each week.