Stephen Schram To Retire From Michigan Radio

Stephen Schram

Stephen Schram, Executive Director & General Manager of Michigan Radio, has announced that he will retire from the station this fall on November 30. He was personally recruited by University of Michigan President Mary Sue Coleman in 2006.

"I have had the opportunity to be a part of many remarkable organizations throughout my media career. But leading Michigan Radio and working for the University of Michigan has been the privilege of a lifetime,” said Schram. “It has been an honor to serve my very talented and dedicated day to day broadcasting team while receiving valuable support from our leadership in U of M’s Office of Vice President for Communications.”

“Under Steve’s leadership, Michigan Radio expanded its reach and influence with consistently exceptional journalism on the most important topics of the day,” said Kallie Bila Michels, OVPC’s vice president. “I am grateful for the commitment of Steve and the stellar team at Michigan Radio.”

“Being able to represent Michigan Radio through countless interactions with our loyal listeners and generous donors across the state has been the joy of my career,” said Schram. "It is with great pride that I’m retiring from Michigan Radio at a time when the station is considered among the elite public broadcasting outfits in the country while also being equally well-positioned for a promising future as it looks ahead to its 75th anniversary next year.”