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Penn State Transfers WPSU Assets to WHYY, Cuts Costs

10/14/2025

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The Penn State Board of Trustees approved transferring WPSU's operating assets to WHYY, a public media organization.
The move would maintain WPSU's services for 1.5 million residents in Central Pennsylvania while reducing Penn State's financial obligations.
WHYY will raise $8.36 million over next two years, eliminating a $17 million subsidy from the university.
The acquisition requires approval from WHYY's board and Federal Communications Commission, with finalization expected by June 30, 2026.

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The Penn State Board of Trustees approved transferring WPSU's operating assets to WHYY, a public media organization.
The move would maintain WPSU's services for 1.5 million residents in Central Pennsylvania while reducing Penn State's financial obligations.
WHYY will raise $8.36 million over next two years, eliminating a $17 million subsidy from the university.
The acquisition requires approval from WHYY's board and Federal Communications Commission, with finalization expected by June 30, 2026.