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ABAC President Tracy Brundage recently announced the selection of Dr. Raymond E. Carnley as Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s next vice president of External Affairs. Carnley brings more than two decades of leadership experience in higher education advancement, fundraising, governmental relations, and institutional strategy. A seasoned executive and trusted advisor to college presidents and governing boards,…

Jeff Newberry, professor of English and poet in residence at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC), recently released his latest work, “Frames: A Memoir.” “Frames: A Memoir” is a collection of experimental and experiential essays that challenge the traditional boundaries of prose. Inspired by Newberry’s father’s short career as a comic strip artist and Newberry’s love…

The Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Alumni Association has named Sam Fish the 2026 recipient of its Master Agriculturalist Award, recognizing decades of leadership and impact in forestry and agriculture. The honor is the institution’s longest-running alumni award, first established in 1955. The award highlights graduates who have demonstrated excellence in farming, ranching or forestry fields.…

“Money Matters Bootcamp” returns to the Stafford School of Business (SSB) at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College May 28 and 29, with expanded content and a new path to earning a unique certification. The school will offer a two-day QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel workshop to help participants build stronger financial management skills with two of…

Hunter Holton has his eyes set on a career in news. But even before May 14, when the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College graduate will have his diploma in hand, he is making news. Holton, a Writing and Communication major from Sylvester, Georgia, recently was one of six college students to earn the 2026 E. Lanier…

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s new bachelor’s degree in elementary education will have a special honor attached, coming from a familiar name with a long legacy of education. The Brundage Family Elementary Education Scholarship was established in March 2026. It honors Robert “Leigh” Brundage, ABAC President Tracy Brundage’s father and longtime educator. “Education has always been…

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will hold two 2026 spring commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 14. The ceremonies will be held at the college’s Gressette Gymnasium. The 10 a.m. event will include graduates from the School of Nursing, Health and Natural Sciences; the School of Social Sciences, Education and Arts; and the Stafford School of Business.…

The ABAC Alumni Association has selected Dr. Tracy Champagne of Cairo, Georgia, as the recipient of the Outstanding Educator Award, recognizing her commitment to teaching, student development and agricultural education. The award was presented on April 10 during the 2026 Alumni Association awards by Chad Hancock, a 1995 graduate and current president of the Alumni…

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College has named Haley Roberts as the recipient of its 2026 Outstanding Young Alumnus Award, recognizing graduates ages 40 and younger for excellence in their careers, service to their communities and continued support of the college. The award was presented by alumna Kaytlyn Cobb, class of 2016, during the college’s annual alumni…

Libba Johnson of Rebecca, Ga., has been named the 2026 recipient of the Miles A. Drummond Rising Star Award, an honor recognizing young alumni who demonstrate early impact through leadership, service and community engagement. The award, renamed in 2019 to honor the late Alumni Association Board member, highlights graduates ages 30 and younger who show…