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The Career Horizons Project, a 5-year grant funded by the U. S. The Career Horizons Project, funded by the U.S. Funded by U.S.

Department of Education, will serve Mississippi residents with disabilities accompanied by or resulting from Post-COVID Conditions / Long Covid by providing Placement & Retention Services. Department of Education Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA), improves Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) services for Mississippi residents between the ages of 16 and 70 who have a disability accompanied by or resulting from Long COVID syndrome. Mississippi State University was one of 27 grantees across the nation chosen out of more than 200 applicants to receive the award from the Disability Innovation Fund program. This five-year grant project will run from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029. Department of Education, Grant Number H421F240107.

10/29/2026

For some people, Post-COVID conditions can lead to new or worsening health conditions that affect daily life and employment.

POTS symptoms, such as dizziness, a racing heart, and fatigue, can make navigating the workplace more challenging.

The Career Horizons Project provides free employment services to eligible Mississippians navigating work with Post-COVID Conditions.

Learn more at careerhorizonsproject.msstate.edu.

10/28/2026

Meet Neely Smith, a returning Graduate Research Assistant with the Career Horizons Project!

Neely is in her second year as a GRA while pursuing her degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at Mississippi State University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from MSU in spring 2025, which sparked her interest in the field of rehabilitation counseling.

Neely is passionate about using the knowledge she gains through her education and personal experiences to support the individuals and communities served by CHP.

We’re glad to have her back on the team for another year!

10/26/2026

Missed a Career Horizons Project training? You can still catch it!

Our new On-Demand Learning Library makes it easy to access recordings of our Project Year 2 professional services trainings—including Lunch & Learns, Webinars, and Community of Practice sessions—all in one place.

Whether you’re catching up on a session you missed or revisiting a topic when you need it, professional learning is now just a click away.

Explore the On-Demand Learning Library:
https://www.careerhorizonsproject.msstate.edu/resources/demand-learning-library

10/23/2026

CHP Vocational Counselor, Abigail Long, attended the Goodwill and MGCCC Job Extravaganza!

Abigail enjoyed the opportunity to share information about the Career Horizons Project and raise awareness about our free employment support services for Mississippians whose health conditions began or worsened after COVID-19.

Whether you're looking for a job or need support in your current position, we're here to help!

10/22/2026

Post-COVID conditions can create challenges that affect everyday life, including employment. The Career Horizons Project is here to help Mississippians navigate those challenges and work toward their employment goals.

Learn more about our free services at careerhorizonsproject.msstate.edu

Funded by U.S. Department of Education, Grant Number H421F240107.

10/21/2026

Meet Reese Tiffin, a CHP Graduate Research Assistant!

Reese is a first-year GRA with the Career Horizons Project and is pursuing his master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at Mississippi State University.

Reese is excited to gain research experience and further explore the rehabilitation counseling field.

We’re happy to have Reese as part of the CHP team!

10/20/2026

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! 🎉

This month, we recognize the importance of creating inclusive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

At the Career Horizons Project, we're here to help Mississippians with disabilities reach their employment goals! Whether you're looking for a job or need support at your current workplace, our services are free and designed to help you be successful!

Funded by U.S. Department of Education, Grant Number H421F240107.

10/19/2026

🎉 Help us wish our Co-PI, Dr. Madeline Castle, a belated Happy Birthday! 🎂

We’re grateful to have Dr. Castle on the CHP leadership team and appreciate all she brings to the project. We hope she had a wonderful birthday! 💙

10/15/2026

LaKeesha Bogan, a Career Horizons Project vocational counselor, is attending Lawrence County Hospital’s Annual Community Health Fair today!

We’re excited to be apart of an event connecting community members with valuable health services and resources.

Stop by Lawrence County Hospital in Monticello, Mississippi, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. to learn more about CHP and the free employment support services available to Mississippians with disabilities!

10/14/2026

Meet Ben Little, a CHP Graduate Research Assistant!

Ben is a doctoral student in Counselor Education and Supervision at Mississippi State University.

Ben is passionate about reducing barriers to employment and expanding opportunities for individuals with disabilities, particularly those in rural and underserved communities.

Through his work with the Career Horizons Project, Ben looks forward helping individuals with disabilities achieve competitive integrated employment.

We’re excited to have Ben as part of the CHP team!

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326 Hardy Road
Mississippi State, MS
39762

Website

http://careerhorizonsproject.msstate.edu/

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