Caryn Mathes, longtime general manager of WDET-FM, is leaving the station at the end of February to accept a position as general manager at a public radio station serving the Washington, D.C., area. Under her leadership, WDET grew to one of the largest public radio stations in the country and external support grew by 535 percent. "We are deeply saddened about Caryn's departure but are extremely grateful for all she has done and are happy for her in this new opportunity," said Meredith Gibbs, WSU executive vice president and chief of staff.