The Albany Civil Rights Institute (ACRI) is excited to announce Mr. Craig E. Moore, as its new Executive Director. Moore, a native of Ft. Oglethorpe, Georgia, will lead the ACRI’s work to protect and share Albany’s civil rights history and make the Institute a hotbed for tourism and culture. In addition to oversight of the […]
ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) today announced the appointment of Troy Beetz as its inaugural Vice President and Chief University Growth Officer (CUGO), effective March 2, 2026. This historic appointment establishes an innovate approach in higher education and signals a bold new chapter in the University’s strategic evolution under the leadership of President […]
Albany, Ga. – With construction complete on phase 2 of Phoebe’s Trauma & Critical Care Tower project, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH) has opened the second half of its Emergency & Trauma Center. The hospital cared for the first patients in the new section of the center Wednesday morning. “We’ve been looking forward to this day […]
Albany, GA — Albany Technical College (ATC) announces Engineering Week 2026, a three-day celebration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), taking place February 24-26, 2026, on the ATC campus. The event will welcome K-12 students from across the region for engaging, hands-on STEM activities designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and interest in future engineering and technical […]
Albany, Ga. – Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH) and Phoebe Sumter Medical Center (PSMC) are two of just six Georgia hospitals to earn the highest five-star rating in a new independent hospital scorecard. Phoebe Worth Medical (PWMC) also received a high rating of four stars from Georgia Watch, a statewide consumer advocacy organization. Georgia Watch’s first […]
Albany State University (ASU) has appointed Dr. Jarrod Benjamin as Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, effective Monday, March 2, 2026. Dr. Benjamin will lead a comprehensive division that integrates Student Affairs and Enrollment Management to strengthen student access, engagement, persistence, and degree completion. Reporting directly to President, Robert Scott, Ph.D., he will […]
The featured speaker for this session will be Frank Wilson. As part of the college’s Teaching, Empowering, African American Males to Succeed (TEAAMS) initiative, the program aims to equip African American males with essential skills to help them persist and succeed despite internal and external challenges. “We are honored to have Mr. Wilson and Ms. […]
The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH) received the 2025 Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). This national recognition honors hospital units that demonstrate exceptional patient care, a supportive work environment, and a sustained commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice. “Achieving Beacon status […]
The Albany Museum of Art is pleased to announce that it has received a $15,000 grant from the PPC Foundation. MetroPower, Inc., Vice President Duane Howell presented the grant to Executive Director Andrew James Wulf, Ph.D., on Tuesday, Feb 3. “We are honored that MetroPower and the PPC Foundation have chosen the Albany Museum of […]
Albany State University has appointed Dr. Erin Wiggins Gilliam as Vice Provost for Student Academic Progression, effective March 2, 2026. Reporting to Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Annice Yarber-Allen, the Vice Provost for Student Academic Progression provides comprehensive leadership for initiatives that support student achievement and academic innovation. The role guides strategic […]