At the time, the TV and Radio majors (BA) were classified under Special Studies, and students developed a custom degree program.

WNYF immediately gave students enhanced opportunities to develop the necessary skills to excel in the TV industry.

The original student leaders, along with John Malcolm and engineer Bob Kovacs, were able to locate surplus video equipment scattered across the many departments of the college.

The around-the-clock coverage of the dance raised the awareness and prestige of this event and substantially increased participation over the next few years.

Relocated several times, WNYF settled into its current location in [[State University of New York at Hendrix Hall in 1997.