WUSB, Stony Brook University's radio station, is the largest non-commercial and free-form radio station on Long Island. Broadcasting throughout Long Island and even into parts of Connecticut, New York City, and Westchester, WUSB provides a diverse combination of music, public affairs, news, drama, sports, and other programming. Genres ranging from Jazz and Pop to Folk and Metal can be heard throughout the day, and the station even airs live performances.

WUSB has been airing quality programming since 1977, including such favorites as The Sound of Film. Hosted by Tom Needham, The Sounds of Film is the country's longest-running film-themed radio show. For more than 27 years, the broadcast has been bringing an eclectic mix of film music and interviews to loyal listeners.