Events

Writing a Strong Research Proposal

Feb 6, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Writing a Research Proposal Workshop Don't let an unpolished proposal hold you back from a research experience! Your research proposal is the heart of your application. This workshop will teach you the basics of writing a successful proposal. Start early so that you have time to incorporate faculty feedback.

Workshop: Abstract Writing

Feb 18, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Abstract Writing Workshop is designed to help students prepare professional, succinct, and convincing abstracts. The abstract writing workshop includes information on: What exactly is an abstract? How do I write one? What information do I include? What information do I exclude? Join us for a fun and engaging Abstract Writing Workshop hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassadors. Open to all UK students. Appropriate for all disciplines.

Drop-In Advising

Feb 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

DROP-IN ADVISING 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 loungeWHEN: Jan. 29, Feb. 25, March 26 from 11 AM - 1 PM

19th Annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 1, 2025, 12:00 AM – Apr 1, 2025, 11:55 PM

This year’s 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 30, 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 Mentor of the Year Award Nominations

Mar 1, 2025, 1:00 AM – Apr 1, 2025, 11:55 PM

The Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award recognizes UK faculty members who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to mentoring undergraduate researchers, providing 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.

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Phone	859-257-0049
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