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    TIFTON—Sgt. Mike Tompkins of the ABAC Police Department recently completed the Georgia School Safety Specialist Certification program. The certification course, recently approved by the Georgia Peace Officers and Standards Training (POST) and hosted at the Crisp County Sheriff’s Office, equips law enforcement officers with the necessary skills to identify potential threats and address…

TIFTON—The bells in Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s Driggers Hall belltower chimed merrily on Monday, welcoming the freshman class of 2028 to its Convocation Ceremony which signalled the beginning of a new academic year. New and returning students began classes on Tuesday. “We are excited to welcome the class of 2028 to campus and are equally…

    TIFTON—The Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Cattle Classic is set to take place Saturday, September 14 at the Tift County Extension Office, located at 1468 Carpenter Road. The event, scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., is open to students from fourth grade through 12th grade. A registration fee of $40 per calf includes a…

    TIFTON—Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s Georgia Museum of Agriculture will host the third annual Destination Ag Day on Saturday, September 21. The family-focused event features hands-on experiences with barn animals and native reptiles, along with fun, immersive activities tailored toward children, ensuring an unforgettable visit for all ages. “Destination Ag Day is more than…

TIFTON—Donna Campbell, Coordinator for the Department of Education and Wellness in Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College’s School of Arts and Sciences, was awarded Associate Professor Emerita of Health and Physical Sciences at the college’s annual Faculty & Staff Awards and Service Recognition presentation. Also awarded for excellence in their areas were: • Diantha Ellis, a Professor…

  BAINBRIDGE – Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way educators develop case studies for their courses, according to a recent article published in the summer 2024 edition of National Business Education Association (NBEA) Business Education Forum by Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Business professor Tatyana Pashnyak. “I was a very early adopter of AI, Chat…

    TIFTON—Taelor Hill has been named as the interim coach of the cross country teams at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. The announcement was made by ABAC Athletic Director Charles Wimberly. “Taelor’s energy and enthusiasm are evident in everything that she does,” Wimberly said. “She is an outstanding person, and she has consistently demonstrated her…

    TIFTON—The Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Georgia Museum of Agriculture began its annual summer operating schedule on Tuesday, July 2. Museum Director Garrett Boone said the Historic Village, Art Gallery, and Spinks Exhibit Hall will be open Tuesday-Friday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in July. Admission will be $9 for adults, $8 for senior adults,…