WINGS Takes Flight: New Transition Program Brings Workplace Learning to Life
What does making a bracelet have in common with stocking a clothing rack, taking someone’s temperature or serving a scoop…
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Transition of Teens to Adult Life
From Work Experience to Job Offers: Celebrating SEA 2026
For 41 young Mississippians, summer 2026 offered more than a break from the classroom. It offered an opportunity to step…
From Build Zone to Workplace: SEA Students Prepare for Success
The 2026 Summer Enrichment Academy (SEA) kicked off during the first week of June, welcoming students through in-person programs in…
IDS Hosts Back-to-Back Job Extravaganzas
The Institute for Disability Studies (IDS) recently hosted two Job Extravaganzas in consecutive days, bringing hands-on career exploration opportunities to…
Investing in Talent: Summer Boyd Joins IDS as Transition Specialist
What began as an internship has grown into a new chapter at IDS. We are excited to welcome Summer Boyd…
Community-Based Instruction Outings at Long Beach Campus a Huge Hit
The IDS staff in Long Beach have been busy all fall hosting an array of events, classes, and interactive pre-employment…
Gulf Coast Hosts Another Fantastic Job Extravaganza
On August 28, 2025, IDS staff and volunteers hosted a wonderful day of learning, teamwork, and fun at another Long…
2025 SEA Wraps Up with Accolades from Parents
IDS’s Summer Enrichment Academy (SEA) officially wrapped up on July 31, 2025, with student participants receiving certificates of completion, professional…
Gulf Coast Hosts Successful Job Extravaganza
On July 19, 2025, 20 students from various schools enjoyed exploring a variety of careers through hands-on activities and workstations…
SEA Students Begin Paid Internships
SEA students from across the Pine Belt and Gulf Coast began working in their paid summer internships on Monday, June…