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Research Mentor of the Year Award Nominations

The Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award recognizes UK faculty members who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to mentoring undergraduate researchers, provide exceptional undergraduate research experiences, as well as supporting and promoting the undergraduate research initiatives on campus.     Each year, outstanding faculty mentors are recognized at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars for their outstanding leadership and support of students.   

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

This year’s 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 26, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. The Showcase is an opportunity for undergraduates to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits or performances. The event gives students from all disciplines a chance to engage in public outreach and polish their presentation skills. Peers, faculty and the local community are invited to come learn about the wide range of undergraduate research conducted at UK.

Research Ambassador Interest Session

RESEARCH AMBASSADOR INTEREST SESSION Mandatory that applicants attend ONE Interest Session Current ambassadors will discuss the ambassador program, eligibility requirements and benefits. Q&A session to follow presentation.   March 21 or March 29, 2023 5:30 PM Room 213 Funkhouser   REGISTER NOW

Drop-In Peer Advising

DROP-IN PEER ADVISING WITH RESEARCH AMBASSADORS Chat with Research Ambassadors in-person!   Have questions about how to get started in research? Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences? Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!   WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student lounge WHEN: Feb. 7, 16, 21 and Mar. 9, 22 from 11AM - 2PM  

Workshop: Poster + Presentation Design

Poster + Presentation Design Workshop Create effective and engaging research posters! Let our Undergraduate Research Ambassadors help walk you through the poster making process - emphasizing poster design principles, layouts/ formats, understanding your audience, and evaluating a poster. We will discuss designing an oral presentation, as well.  Get useful peer-to-peer feedback, too! Are you presenting your research at NCUR, Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars, or another upcoming conference/symposium? We're here to help.

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