Audrey Wirasakti Sustainability Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

Q. How will this summer research fellowship support your research efforts and future goals?

A. "The fellowship will expense me the opportunity costs of other activities besides taking part in research this summer. It will also give me a network of support and other avenues of connection to support this project and help teach people about food waste in Lexington."

Q. Why is sustainability research important?

A. "Sustainability research is vital to us understanding how we could be more sustainable as a society, community, and individuals. It provides outreach to people to learn more about sustainability in intersectional aspects of our lives."

Q. What advice would you give to other UK students thinking about doing research?

A. "Reach out! It's all about making that first step and letting the people around you know you're interested and passionate. There are plenty of opportunities for research, you just need to make that first step."

The UK Office of Undergraduate Research's Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship program provides undergraduates with the opportunity to study in a wide variety of disciplines while doing intensive and self-directed research with a sustainability focus under the supervision of a faculty mentor.

Co-sponsored by the UK Student Sustainability Council