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'UK at the Half': Why student Josh Griffith loves UK

By Meg Mills
 Mar 13, 2023
Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 13,  2023) — For this "UK at the Half," University of Kentucky student Josh Griffith explains how his experiences being involved in undergraduate research have created a lasting impact on him.  Listen to "UK at the Half" interview here Admitted students should confirm their spot at UK by the May 1 confirmation deadline.

Seun Adekunle presentation Showcase 2022 undergraduate research

Registration Now Open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Mar 2, 2023
Faculty Mentor, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 2, 2023) — As an R1 university — the Carnegie Classification for the most research-intensive higher education institutions in the U.S. — the University of Kentucky has a thriving undergraduate research program. UK students have many opportunities to pursue research projects in a wide range of disciplines that help to create a well-rounded student experience.

2022 Posters at the Capitol student group University of Kentucky

14 UK undergraduates to present at Posters-at-the-Capitol

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Jan 25, 2023
Faculty Mentor, Posters-at-the-Capitol, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 25, 2023) — The 21st annual Posters-at-the-Capitol on March 2, 2023, will feature 14 University of Kentucky undergraduate students whose research addresses topics with important implications for issues in Kentucky, including community health, agricultural sustainability, renewable energy and public health and safety.

2022 CURE Fellowship Abdallah Sher Dr. Clare Rittschof summer research

'UK at the Half': Igniting discovery Transformative summer research experience!

By Amy Jones-Timoney
 Jan 13, 2023
CURE Fellowship, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Student Success

  Click HERE to listen to: 'UK at the Half': Igniting discovery   

2022 Oswald Research and Creativity award winners

2022 Oswald Research and Creativity Competition winners announced

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Jan 12, 2023
Oswald Research, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 12, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently announced the 21 undergraduate winners of the 58th annual Oswald Research and Creativity awards. Chad Risko, faculty director of the Office of Undergraduate Research, and Research Ambassadors were on hand to congratulate the winners and distribute the awards.

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.” 

UK College of Education STEM research

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.

UKY Appalachian Studies Center

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.

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