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Undergraduate Researchers to Present Their Work at the State Capitol

By Gabriela Antenore Mar 4, 2020

Twenty University of Kentucky students will make their way to the State Capitol Building in Frankfort, Kentucky, March 5 to present their research at the 2020 Posters-at-the-Capitol event. This one-day annual event is held to show Kentucky legislators the importance of undergraduate research and scholarly work in Kentucky. The governor proclaims this day to be Undergraduate Research Day across the Commonwealth.

UK College of Medicine Assistant Professor Nathan Vanderford teaching in the classroom at UK.

New Study Examines Ways to Improve Cancer Literacy in Kentucky Students

By Allison Perry Feb 10, 2020

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 10, 2020) – A new study led by University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researchers suggests that implementing cancer education curricula in middle and high schools may improve cancer literacy in Kentuckians and ultimately help reduce cancer rates.

Office of Undergraduate Research Accepting Applications for Summer Research Fellowships

By Ryan Girves Feb 7, 2020

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 7, 2020) — Conducting research during the summer can be a transformative experience for undergraduate students, as they put their skills to the test in labs, fields, library collections, art studios and the stage. In an effort to engage students in investigative and creative activities and to invest in undergraduate research, the Office of Undergraduate Research provides students with Summer Research Grants, awarded to undergraduates in all areas of intellectual inquiry and many different levels of matriculation.

Office of Undergraduate Research Accepting Applications for Summer Research Fellowships

By Ryan Girves Feb 7, 2020

Conducting research during the summer can be a transformative experience for undergraduate students, as they put their skills to the test in labs, fields, library collections, art studios and the stage. In an effort to engage students in investigative and creative activities and to invest in undergraduate research, the Office of Undergraduate Research provides students with Summer Research Grants.

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Exercise Science Professor Mentors Students Focused on Health and Medical Careers

UK Research Dec 19, 2019

University professors like Marilyn Campbell know their students well, give them opportunities to be part of their research and provide mentorship on everything from personal issues to graduate school applications. As a lecturer at the University of Kentucky in the College of Education, Campbell ensures students have a chance for hands-on learning in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion.

Undergraduate Researchers Receive Research and Creativity Awards

By Ryan Girves Dec 9, 2019

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 9, 2019) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently recognized and awarded 19 students with the Oswald Research and Creativity awards.

Undergraduate Researchers Receive Research and Creativity Awards

By Ryan Girves Dec 9, 2019

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 9, 2019) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently recognized and awarded 19 students with the Oswald Research and Creativity awards.

Opportunity to Join Research Team Transforms UK Students’ Careers

Nov 21, 2019

When students come to the University of Kentucky, they discover many opportunities that ignite their passion. For Kyra Seevers, Kristina Gessel and Stephen Parsons, that opportunity was undergraduate research.

5-Minute Fast Track Competition Winners Crowned

By Ryan Girves Nov 13, 2019

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov 13, 2019) — Ten undergraduate student finalists recently competed in the final round of the 5-Minute Fast Track Research Oral Competition. The competition included two preliminary rounds, with the top five students from each preliminary round advancing to the final championship competition.

5 minute fast track top two student research winners and judges Malik Appleton Frannie Salisbury

5-Minute Fast Track Competition Winners Crowned

By Ryan Girves Nov 13, 2019

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov 13, 2019) — Ten undergraduate student finalists recently competed in the final round of the 5-Minute Fast Track Research Oral Competition. The competition included two preliminary rounds, with the top five students from each preliminary round advancing to the final championship competition.

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