About This Station

**KALA 88.5 – The Stinger** is the university radio station of St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa, broadcasting at 10,000 watts to the campus and the Eastern Iowa/Western Illinois region on 88.5 FM, with an additional signal serving the metro Quad Cities area at 106.1 FM. The station also streams its audio online and operates a student-programmed online station called “The Stinger,” which is reflected in its tag of university radio. Programming relies on student involvement, with opportunities for disc jockeys, sports announcers, copywriters, and production assistants, indicating a mix of music, talk, and sports content. Based on the website, the station’s primary focus is hands-on broadcast education and community service, though specific music genres are not detailed. Contact and operational hours are provided via the Galvin Fine Arts Center, with inquiries directed to KALA@sau.edu.