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.
Nominations open March 1, 2026
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Winners announced: April 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in The Historic Memorial Coliseum