ABAC signs acceptance path agreement with Fomic Polytechnic University Institute in

Students from the Fomic Polytechnic University Institute (FPUI) in Cameroon looking to transfer to the School of Agriculture and Natural Resources (SANR) at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will now have a clear path to do so. 

Thursday morning, ABAC Dr. President Tracy Brundage was joined by Dr. Michael Forzeh Fossung, Pro-Chancellor of FPUI, Dr. Esendugue Greg Fonsah, professor from the University of Georgia’s Tifton campus, and interim SANR Dean Dr. Jerry Baker to sign a Memoranda of Understanding with FPUI.  

The agreement paves the way for undergraduates at FPUI to transfer to ABAC and complete a bachelor’s degree after applying to and being accepted at ABAC.

“Another benefit will be collaborating with FPUI to create study abroad trips,” Baker said. “Students from both institutions would be able to participate in a two-week international experience in fields of their choice for academic and cultural enrichment.” 

The idea for the partnership began when Fonsah reached out to Baker. Fonsah, who is familiar with FPUI, thought a partnership with ABAC would be a good fit since the two schools have very similar programs.

“Agriculture, nursing, and business programs are their largest areas of study,” Baker said. “An ABAC alumnus, Dr. Sidat Yaffa, who graduated in 1994 and currently works in Gambia, also has a connection to FPUI.”