Dave Black had such a huge influence on the UW-Madison and its surrounding community. He built WSUM from the ground up to what it is today--a community institution that brings news, public service information, sports and entertainment programing to the Madison area.

In the process, Dave had an enormous positive impact on the lives of thousands of UW students by providing a laboratory for professional training and real-world experience. Dave's mentorship helped launch the career of many students.

I had the pleasure of working closely with Dave for more than a decade. He was a cherished member of the SJMC family. His loss will be deeply felt by so many, but his influence and achievements will be with us for many years to come.