NEO Alumna Abbeigh Jo Gibson named 2026 Miss K-State

Miami, Okla. — Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College alumna Abbeigh Jo Gibson was recently named 2026 Miss K-State at Kansas State University, earning the title while representing Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority.

NEO Alumna Abbeigh Jo Gibson after being named 2026 Miss K-State Originally from Deer Park, Alabama, Gibson graduated from NEO in 2023 with an Associate of Science degree with an emphasis in Animal Science. During her time at NEO, she was active in the Agriculture Department as a member of Aggie Society, where she served as secretary, an Agricultural Ambassador, and a member of AICE and the Livestock Judging Team for a year and a half.

Following NEO, Gibson transferred to Kansas State University, where she is majoring in Animal Science, Industry and Management with a minor in Agricultural Sales and an undergraduate certificate in Animal Nutrition.

Miss K-State, hosted by the Delta Upsilon fraternity, is one of Kansas State University's largest philanthropic events. Women involved in campus clubs, organizations, and sororities are nominated to participate, with Gibson selected to represent Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority.

The month-long competition included a Wildcat Pride skit and talent performance during the opening round. After advancing, contestants participated in a career skit based on their academic and professional goals and answered an on-stage interview question. Drawing on her experience growing up in competitive clogging, Gibson performed a clogging routine for the talent portion.

"I had the most amazing time competing for Miss K-State," Gibson said. "I wasn't just competing for myself; I was representing an entire organization of women in agriculture, and that meant a great deal to me."

In addition to earning the title of Miss K-State, Gibson was named Miss Congeniality, an honor voted on by the contestants and awarded to the participant they felt made the greatest effort to connect with others throughout rehearsals, socials, and the competition.

"To be recognized by the other girls in that way meant so much to me," Gibson said. "I truly love pageants, but one of my favorite parts is getting to know the girls I compete alongside."

At Kansas State, Gibson continues to be involved in agriculture and campus leadership through Agricultural Ambassadors, Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority, the National Agri-Marketing Association, and Collegiate CattleWomen.

She also works with Booth Creek Wagyu in several roles, including wholesale intern, events coordinator intern, social media interactor, and retail associate.

As Miss K-State, Gibson represents Kansas State University, its College of Agriculture, Sigma Alpha, and Delta Upsilon. She said the sense of belonging she has found at Kansas State reminds her of her experience as a student at NEO.

"One thing I have carried with me from NEO is the sense of family that I loved so deeply about that place," Gibson said. "Both NEO and K-State have given me a sense of belonging, lifelong friendships, and opportunities that have helped shape the person I am today."

NEO congratulates Gibson on being named 2026 Miss K-State and on continuing the tradition of NEO alumni succeeding after transferring to four-year institutions.