News and Spotlights

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program students selected 2021

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Recognizes 15 UK Students, Alums

By Whitney Hale

May 10, 2021

Research Abroad, Student Presentation, Student Success

The University of Kentucky Office of Nationally Competitive Awards has announced that 10 students and recent graduates have been selected to receive government-funded National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowships. In addition, a UK doctoral student and four alumni received honorable mention recognition from the NSF.

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From Child’s Play to the Research Lab: UK Chemistry Grad Encourages ‘Young Scientists’ to Follow Their Dreams

By Jenny Wells-Hosley and Brad Nally

May 7, 2021

Research Spotlight, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 7, 2021) — If you ask Matthew Farmer what inspired him to pursue a degree in chemistry, his answer is simple: “My childhood.” Farmer eventually found his path through undergraduate research, which provided the scientific challenges and experimental settings he craved, along with the confidence he needed to excel.

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Undergraduate Research Shines at Virtual Showcase

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Apr 26, 2021

Showcase, Student Presentation

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 26, 2021) — Spring is here, which means it is once again time for University of Kentucky students to show off their vast scholarly and creative talents at the 15th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars.

Chad Risko faculty director undergraduate research

BLOG: Chad Risko, New Faculty Director of Undergraduate Research

By Vice President for Research Lisa Cassis

Apr 13, 2021

Faculty Mentor, Research Spotlight

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Chad Risko has accepted our offer to be the new Faculty Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research. Dr. Risko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Kentucky (UK).

START STEM Program Fayette Co Public Schools

UK, Fayette County Schools and Partners Join Forces on STEM Pipeline Program

By Alicia Gregory

Apr 11, 2021

High School, Student Success

The STEM Through Authentic Research and Training (START) program at the University of Kentucky is creating a unique pipeline to increase science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) literacy and promote STEM careers for traditionally underrepresented populations (people of color, individuals with disabilities, students from free or reduced lunch schools), first-generation college students, and girls and women in STEM.