The Internet Radio Academy is designed to give participants both instructional and hands-on experiences in technical activities and events. Internet Radio Academy participants & facilitators are provided with training and opportunities to produce interactive websites, plan and execute public events, produce radio broadcast shows and produce various music and video productions. The skills gained while participating in the program will allow participants to excel into higher education institutions, gain technical employment or participate in organized special events. This after school program provides technology as an alternative to conventional teaching methods and provides resources that engage and challenge individuals to sharpen natural abilities and increases their learning potential. For more information contact William V. Hawkins at (217) 363-3333 ext 16 / (217) 363-1700 or via email at whawkins@urbanleague.net.  Website: www.ulcctechnology.net/ira.