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Voices: David Williamson reflects on his long career at WUOT

WUOT
Published July 22, 2025 at 10:22 AM EDT
David Williamson is second from the right, front row. Can you identify other staff members?

David Williamson started out as WUOT's first paid full-time announcer and went on to fill many roles at the station. Learn about the first fund drive, the changes in technology that changed the station and numerous fascinating behind-the-scenes stories.

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