Department of Science and Mathematics
The Department of Science and Mathematics prepares students for a diverse range of careers and continued learning opportunities after graduation.
From course work to hands-on laboratory experience, the Science and Mathematics Department aims to provide students with a comprehensive background and understanding of essential principles pertaining to their chosen field.
Students will gain experience to effectively communicate applied aspects of scientific and mathematical theory and present the results of their work in both formal and informal settings. This is accomplished through engaging research, real-world application and experience, and mentorship throughout the program.
Degrees & Pathways
Biology (B.S.)
The bachelor’s degree in Biology offers four tracks of study: biochemistry, general, pre-professional, and health sciences. These tracks allow the student to be most prepared for their next educational step.
Regents' Engineering Pathway
The Regents’ Engineering Pathway (REP) Program was established in 1986 to expand the availability of engineering education opportunities for Georgians. In its current structure, students complete two or more years of engineering pathway courses at University System of Georgia (REP Partner) institutions and then transfer to Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Southern University, Kennesaw State University, Mercer University or the University of Georgia to complete a B.S. degree in Engineering.
In 2016-17 there were four ABAC students who applied to Georgia Tech for transfer from ABAC and all four were admitted!
Students interested in more information should contact Mr. Shawn Seat at sseat@abac.edu or 229.391.5127.
Opportunities
Regional Science and Engineering Fair
ABAC prides itself on the many accomplishments of local students and is proud to showcase their scholastic work at the ABAC Regional Science and Engineering Fair. It provides an opportunity for students in grades six through twelve to exhibit the results of their scientific or mathematical thoughts and experiments. The ABAC Regional Fair hosts students from the surrounding counties of Ben Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Crisp, Grady, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Thomas, Tift, Turner, and Worth.
REMINDERS TO TEACHERS, Parents, and Staff
Don’t forget that students must participate in a local or school fair before entering the ABAC Regional Fair. Each school should hold their own fair in order to determine which projects should advance. While the ABAC RSEF committee realizes not every student is a scientist, some projects from previous years did not meet the criteria expected at a regional level fair. ABAC RSEF judge’s decisions are final. Please note: GSEF rules allow a student to participate in only their designated regional fair and ninth grade students must compete in the senior division even if the project is a continuation project from earlier year.
Several forms must be filled out and signatures obtained BEFORE the student can begin their project. Please read over the forms to be sure of what needs to be completed before your students start their projects. Please read the ISEF Rules & Guidelines as it ensures that all eligible students have an equal opportunity at all Science and Engineering Fairs.
All projects require the completion of an ABAC RSEF Application and an official GSEF Abstract Form. Attached below are the RSEF Application Form and links to the official GSEF Abstract Forms.
Director:
Dr. David J. Rhode
david.rhode@abac.edu
229.391.5273
229.391.5260
Co-Director:
Dr. Kaushalya Dahal
229.391.4966
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
Have you ever considered a career in research but have never had the chance to conduct any research of your own? Research Experiences for Undergraduates, or REUs, are a great way to find out if a career in research is right for you. REUs are paid summer internships funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and other similar programs and foundations, located at Research I institutions and Federal Research Laboratories across the United States. REUs give you real-world experience of what it is actually like to work in a laboratory setting. In an REU, you will work closely with a faculty mentor and other researchers on a specific research project. You will gain valuable experiences, such as learning new laboratory techniques, which can assist you in future studies and make you more marketable and desirable to graduate and professional programs.
LSAMP Scholarship
The Southwestern Georgia STEM Pathways Alliance (SWGA-SPA) is a collaborative research project funded by the National Science Foundation Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) with the goal of transforming the STEM learning environment by significantly increasing the number of URM majors graduating with baccalaureate degrees in STEM disciplines and entering graduate STEM programs.