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UK students earn top rankings for scientific research presentations

By Rob Weber

Dec 23, 2022

Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 23, 2022) — Six University of Kentucky students ranked among the top scorers for research presentations given at the Kentucky Academy of Science’s 2022 Annual Meeting in November. More than 700 students and professional scientists from across the state attended the annual meeting, which was held Nov. 10-12, at Morehead State University. Panels of scientists who judged students’ research presentations designated top-tier presentations as “Thoroughbreds.”

College of Education research team explores nation’s K-12 teacher needs

By Amanda Nelson

Nov 30, 2022

Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 30, 2022) — A new study designed at the University of Kentucky College of Education is gauging the types of supports teachers across the nation need in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on schools. It is supported by a Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) grant from the National Science Foundation.

UK Appalachian Center announces 2023 funding opportunities

By Micha'la Hood

Nov 23, 2022

Summer Research, Research Travel Grant, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 22, 2022) — Applications are now open for awards and funding opportunities offered by the University of Kentucky Appalachian Center and Appalachian Studies program. These opportunities are open to any student participating in work and research in the Appalachian region.

Two undergraduate students will be selected for the UK Beckman Scholars Program and will be supported and mentored in a 15-month independent research project. Photo provided by OUR.

Undergrads invited to Beckman Scholar Information Session

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Nov 2, 2022

Beckman Scholars, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 2, 2022) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is offering an information session about the Beckman Scholars Program for undergraduates interested in pursuing an advanced science degree or other scientific pursuits.

2022 5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition finalists

10 students selected as 5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition finalists

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Oct 24, 2022

5-Minute Fast Track, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 24, 2022) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is proud to announce the fourth annual 5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition finalists. These undergraduates competed in the competition’s preliminary round and were selected as Top 10 finalists to present their research during the final round 5-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26, in The Cornerstone’s eSports Theater.

Clare Rittschof and Abdallah Sher conduct research with honeybees

'That's why we're here' — UK researcher invites undergrads to the lab

By Amy Jones-Timoney and Steve Shaffer

Oct 17, 2022

CURE Fellowship, Sustainability Research, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 17, 2022) — For Clare Rittschof, Ph.D., introducing University of Kentucky undergraduate students to research starts by giving them access and experiences in her lab.

(Left to right) Dean Charles Griffith, Margaret Mohr-Schroeder, Lordina Mensah, Luke Bradley, President Eli Capilouto and Stephanie White.

UK START program receives Golden Apple Award

By Audrey Kirby

Sep 21, 2022

Faculty Mentor, High School, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 21, 2022) — In recognition of its strong commitment to student achievement, the University of Kentucky STEM Through Authentic Research and Training (START) program was honored with the Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) Golden Apple Award.

2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Research Ambassadors University of Kentucky

22 students selected for Undergraduate Research Ambassador program

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Aug 31, 2022

Ambassadors, Research Spotlight, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 31, 2022) — The Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at the University of Kentucky is honored to announce that 22 outstanding undergraduates have been selected for the 2022-23 Undergraduate Research Ambassador program.

Lucas Bertucci, a UK chemical engineering senior from Louisville, Kentucky, was named the first Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholarship recipient

Bertucci named UK’s 1st Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholar

By Dave Melanson

Aug 25, 2022

Research Spotlight, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Aug. 24, 2022) — Lucas Bertucci, a University of Kentucky chemical engineering senior from Louisville, Kentucky, has been named the university’s first Lee T. Todd, Jr. Student Innovation Scholarship recipient.

Students Selected To Receive Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants

By Emily Sallee

Aug 23, 2022

Research Abroad, Student Success

Three UK students were selected to receive study abroad grants from Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. The grants are designed to support undergraduate students as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields of studying abroad. The recipients are: Rayleigh Deaton, a communication and political science major who studied at the University of Oxford in Oxford, England; Maryrose Ramsey, a chemical engineering major who studied in Italy; and

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