DJ’s

DJ HANNAH [ FRIDAYS 11am-12:30pm ]

Award-winning and nationally honored pianist DJ Hannah makes her debut on WJCU’s airwaves this season. Listen to her first season Friday mornings from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on 88.7FM or online at wjcu.org/listen.

The recipient of the prestigious Paderewski Gold Medal from the American College of Musicians, DJ Hannah competed nationally in piano for 11 years. “My favorite thing in the world is to just sit down and run through my favorite piano pieces” Hannah said.

Here at John Carroll University, DJ Hannah extends her streak of musical abilities as a member of the Carroll Singers and very soon as a member of the JCU Gospel Choir.

It would be difficult to single out a certain musician or genre that this seasoned vet in the music field uses as inspiration or enjoys in her free time. “I love every kind of music you can think of” Hannah says, “from Frank Sinatra to the The Eagles.”

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DJ BEN ADAMS [ WEDNESDAYS 9am-11am ]

NCAA National Championship qualifying wrestler Ben Adams can be heard playing your favorite hits on 88.7FM The Heights Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Livonia, Michigan joined the WJCU staff in August 2007.

Giving the exciting world on on-air announcing a try has always been a dream for Ben. “It was something that I always wanted to try and finally got the guts to get on the air, and I am so happy that I tried it!” Adams said.

The John Carroll University senior stays busy outside of the studio serving as a member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity, and of course as one of John Carroll’s most talented wrestlers. Adams also hits the books often as a double major in Economics and Finance at John Carroll’s Boler School of Business. And as if that all wasn’t enough he is also an expert unicycle bicyclist!

Jack Johnson, Dave Matthews, Incubus, and Barenaked Ladies find themselves at the top of Ben’s music hit-list. But this Detroit Redwings and Pistons buff also says country music and “of course anything played on The Heights” rank among his favorite genres as well.

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DJ JIMMY [ THURSDAYS 11:30am-12:30pm ]

Hailing from the deserts of the American Southwest, DJ Jimmy brings you the latest in indie, rock, and alternative on the best of the Heights 88.7FM. Tune in to hear Jimmy play what you want to hear Thursday afternoons from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You can also listen to Jimmy’s show anywhere on earth with our Internet webstream at wjcu.org/listen.

In his first season with the WJCU staff the Phoenix, Arizona native has always had an interest in radio.

“I’ve always been interested in music and how radio stations work” he said.

Jimmy’s music collection reflects his diverse interest in the industry. Listed as his favorites you will find the likes of Marvin Gaye, The Beatles, Dispatch, The Starting Line, and Tupac.

When not working at the station the senior at John Carroll University stays very busy as a JCU tour guide, member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, and active participant in Carroll’s intramural athletics.

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DJ Ashley O [ MONDAYS/WEDNESDAYS 3:30pm-6pm ]

Sports and performing arts fan DJ Ashely O joined the WJCU staff in August 2005 and has been building on her listening base ever since. This season you can catch her three times a week on WJCU. Ashley O takes over The Heights Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. You can also catch her genre show, “Ashley’s 80’s Soundtrack”, Thursdays from 12:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.

Ashley O has served WJCU in several positions over her career including Operations Director (August 2007-April 2008) and currently as Station Manager. Outside of the radio world Ashley O. is a member of the Kappa Delta Sorority and works with the Cleveland Indians baseball team, not a bad deal considering how big of a baseball fan she is.

“I am absolutely in love with the Cleveland Indians, especially their first baseman Ryan Garko!” Ashley said.

Having participated in her high school dance team, flag corps, and drama club, the John Carroll University senior lists the Beach Boys, *NSYNC, Coldplay, and The Fray as her favorite bands.

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MISS RACHEL [ TUESDAYS 1pm-3:30 pm ]

Rising television, radio, and cheerleading star Miss Rachel can be heard on 88.7 The Heights Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. In addition to her on-air duties at WJCU, Miss Rachel serves as the station’s promotions director.

Quickly becoming a pro in broadcasting, Rachel was the arts and entertainment reporter for the spring season of the Open Student Television Network’s OSTN News program. The newscast was seen on college campuses across North America and Europe.

Rachel was a three-year varsity cheerleader at John Carroll University and is currently a member of the Cleveland Cavalier Girls’ Dance Team. As one who is always on the go, Rachel has many hobbies. “Outside of working at the radio station and dancing, my first two loves … my favorite things to do are snowboarding and playing on my computer.”

In addition to her impressive resume, Rachel is a passionate animal lover having adopted several stray cats. “I’m a crazed animal lover; anytime I see a stray I want to take it home!”

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MIKE BEDNAR [WEDNESDAYS 1pm-3:30pm ]

In his second season with WJCU, you can catch DJ Mike Bednar Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. on 88.7 The Heights. As a fan of nearly every genre of music you can imagine, Bednar is sure to fine the hit you’re looking for.

If you ask Mike what genre of music he prefers, you’ll hear a little bit of everything. Punk rock, ska, big band, oldies, Italian, and just a little bit of country music are listed among his favorites.

The Parma, Ohio junior is studying at the John Carroll University Boler School of Business. When he isn’t hitting the books or playing the hits on The Heights, Bednar says he enjoys watching mafia movies and the TBS afternoon comedy lineup.

Experienced in the business, Bednar not only plays music, he makes it as a bass guitarist. Inspiring his musical creativity, he enjoys the likes of The Alkaline Trio, Frank Sinatra, New Found Glory, and the Moody Blues.

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DJ HOLLY [ TUESDAYS 3:30pm-6pm ]

One of the most informed Beatles’ fans this side of Liverpool, DJ Holly Duns holds down the fort Tuesday afternoons on The Heights from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. The Bob Dylan, Eagles, and Tom Petty music enthusiast is now in her third season with the WJCU staff.

Holly’s music-spinning abilities can also be heard alongside WJCU’s Diana Orabovic, Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.. with WJCU’s only country music show, “Beautiful Mess.”

With a growing music repertoire, Duns can play the guitar, drums, saxophone, and piano (unfortunately not at the same time). However her music ability is eclipsed by her awesome resource of knowledge that is everything Beatles. Duns has made the pilgrimage to the Abbey Road on the River Beatles festival every year of its existence. The festival is one of the world’s largest yearly gatherings of Beatles fans.

Holly stays busy outside of the music world as a career assistant at the JCU Career Center, Thursday Night Live concert Chair, and with John Carroll University’s annual Relay for Life.

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DJ KATY [ FRIDAYS 3:30pm-6pm ]

Honored for her outstanding contributions and tremendous young talent, DJ Katy was awarded WJCU’s 2007-2008 “Best Apprentice of the Year” award in spring 2008. Katy is also a familiar face on the WJCU concert scene, co-hosting a WJCU sponsored show last spring. Listen to 88.7FM as Katy takes you into the weekend playing great music Friday afternoons on The Heights from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m..

“I love talking to listeners and their interesting life stories while I spin hot tracks for them” Katy said. Katy joined the WJCU staff in September 2007 and has been adding to her growing listening fan base ever since.

In addition to her on-air show, Katy has served as WJCU’s personnel director since May 2008. Katy oversees the training of all WJCU’s DJs from classroom instruction to on-air studio apprenticeship.

Katy’s diverse music interests take her across the music spectrum. Liking the rock, pop, and country genres the best, Katy names Linkin Park and Rascal Flatts at the top of her favorite band list.

Outside of the studio, Katy is a very active member of the John Carroll community and has appeared in the JCU production of The Vagina Monologues.

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DJ LAURIE [ THURSDAYS 1pm-3:30pm ]

Now in her second season with the WJCU staff, DJ Laurie gets your Thursday afternoons rockin’ playing all the hits on The Heights from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. And starting this fall you can catch her first genre show, “Pop Punk Pandemonium”, Wednesdays from midnight to 2:00 a.m.

Though DJ Laurie is a big fan of music on the radio, she says nothing beats a live performance. “I have an addiction to live music and go to every concert I can get to – regardless of genre. My taste ranges from hardcore to pop and the Heights’ music is really growing on me so I may become a huge Elvis Costello fan in the future!” Laurie said.

Outside of the music industry where she plans on pursuing her professional career, Laurie enjoys the best nature can offer by kayaking, hiking, camping, and playing Frisbee. Amongst the many organizations Laurie volunteers for, she is very active in UNICEF, the American Marketing Association, Generation Green, and the John Carroll Student Union Programming Board.

Quickly conquering the music world, Laurie is having a bit of difficulty in the realm of intramural athletics. Captain of the JCU’s Peacemongers, her intramural team has yet to achieve a victory in any sport. But Laurie says “we have high hopes for the ‘08-‘09 Season though.”

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DJ GREG [ MONDAYS 1pm-3:30pm ]

Got a case of the Mondays? Tune into The Heights Monday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and DJ Greg will find you a song to get your day back on track!

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DJ HANDSOME DAN [ THURSDAYS 3:30pm-6pm ]

Mark your calendars for Thursdays between 3:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. as one of WJCU’s best-known DJs makes your evening commute a breeze with great music. Can’t get enough of DJ Handsome Dan? Try the Primetime show, “Off the Deep End” Monday nights from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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DJ PETE [ TUESDAYS 9am-11am ]

Bringing veteran radio announcing skills to the North Coast in his premiere season with 88.7FM, DJ Pete is no stranger to the world of radio. Before joining the WJCU staff in August 2008 Pete was with WLOY, the Loyola College radio station in Baltimore, Maryland. Listen to Pete spin the hits Tuesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and hear how a real up-and-coming pro sounds on air!

“I’ve always wanted to be a DJ because music is my life” Pete said.

The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native is a talented guitar player influenced by an eclectic group of artists. Amongst his favorites, Pete includes the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Metallica, Radiohead, Snoop Dogg, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

A sophomore at John Carroll University and member of the Phi Eta Sigma honors society, Pete has big plans for his fast growing career at WJCU. Near the top of his list is brining a new funk genre show to the season schedule soon.

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DJ ALI [ WEDNESDAYS 11am-12:30pm ]

Need a break Wednesday afternoons from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.? Log on to wjcu.org/listen or tune into 88.7FM and let DJ Ali take you through your lunch break with all the hits here on The Heights!

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DJ BRUCE

Talented athlete and music enthuasist DJ Bruce brings you the best in musical diversity here only on 88.7FM The Heights. Catch DJ Bruce cranking out hit after hit on the air or streaming online at wjcu.org/listen.

A varsity member of the John Carroll University Men’s Soccer team, the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native is in his premiere season with the WJCU staff.

“I love radio and all other forms of electronic media and thought this would be a great way to broaden my horizons” DJ Bruce said.

Outside of the WJCU studio DJ Bruce is an active student on the John Carroll University campus. He is part of the Presidential Leadership Scholarship Group at JCU and is a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity.

With music DJ Bruce lists The White Stripes, Raconteurs, G. Love, and Paul Simon as among his favorites.

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