Vogelzang Interim GM at WBFO in Buffalo

Mark Vogelzang, former president of Vermont Public Radio and a member of the NPR Board of Directors, has been named interim general manager of WBFO-Buffalo.

In making the announcement, University of Buffalo Vice President for External Affairs Marsha Henderson said, "Mark Vogelzang is a visionary -- a well-known and highly respected leader in the field of public radio. We are fortunate to have his experienced assistance as we move into what we expect will be new opportunities for program growth and financial development ..."

Read the university's news release.

WBFO's current general manager, Carole Smith Petro, has accepted a new position as associate vice president in UB's Office of Economic Engagement under Henderson.

"I am so eager for the opportunity to work with the great staff and listeners of WBFO," Vogelzang said. "It's a station with a proud 50-year history with illustrious public radio alumni like Terry Gross, Ira Flatow, Bill Siemering and others."