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2 outstanding undergraduates selected for UK’s Beckman Scholars SUCCESS Program

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Mar 23, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 23, 2023) — Two undergraduates have been selected as recipients of the University of Kentucky’s Beckman Scholars Program, titled Scholars United by Chemistry: Cultivating Excellence through Science Stewardship (SUCCESS).

2023-24 Undergraduate Research Ambassador application now open

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Mar 21, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 21, 2023) — Applications are being accepted for positions as University of Kentucky (UK) Undergraduate Research Ambassadors for the 2023-2024 school year. Organized by the UK Office of Undergraduate Research, the ambassadors program is a leadership opportunity for undergraduates who are passionate about promoting undergraduate research at UK and helping other undergraduates find their path.

Johnna Warkentine

Mar 15, 2023

Johnna Warkentine Senior, Russian Studies and Linguistics major Research Mentor: Dr. Molly T. Blasing I enjoy research because.... "It’s interesting to learn new things about the world." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "I heard that UK had recently acquired a collection of Russian language materials and my professor was looking for students to help organize these materials and conduct research on them."

Bruno Athie Teruel

Mar 15, 2023

Bruno Athie Teruel Senior, Computer Science and Anthropology major, Mathematics minor Research Mentor: Dr. Brent Seales I enjoy research because.... "it allows to me to explore fields I have always been curious about, and be at the forefront of new developments I would have imagined otherwise." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Nathan Boyce

Mar 15, 2023

Nathan Boyce Junior, Biology major Research Mentor: Dr. Kevin Pearson and Sara Ngo Tenlep I enjoy research because.... "it allows me to develop critical thinking skills while collaborating with professionals within the field." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "I saw research being advertised while I was touring UK as a senior in high school." How long have you been engaged in undergraduate research?

Deep Patel

Mar 15, 2023

Deep Patel Junior, Biology and Neuroscience majors Research Mentor: Dr. Jakub Famulski I enjoy research because.... "I enjoy research because it is a great way to form strong connections between students and faculty around campus. This inclusive environment is the key to success in education." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Sydney Chapman

Mar 15, 2023

Sydney Chapman Junior, Computer Science major, Mathematics minor Research Mentor: Dr. Brent Seales I enjoy research because.... "it allows me to work with a team to develop new products that can be used to do something someone only dreamed about doing." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK?

Alina Goodman

Mar 15, 2023

Alina Goodman Senior, Public Health major Research Mentor: Dr. Courtney Luecking I enjoy research because.... "it helps further my industry." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "A study abroad trip with my faculty mentor" How long have you been engaged in undergraduate research? "About 1.5-2 years" What has been the most exciting aspect of your research so far?

Aaron Moseley

Mar 15, 2023

Aaron Moseley Junior, Computer Science and Mathematics majors Research Mentor: Dr. Christopher Crawford I enjoy research because.... "I get to see my work used in projects that will improve our understanding of nuclear physics." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "I found an interesting project on UK's research opportunities website." How long have you been engaged in undergraduate research?

Jacquelyn Armstrong

Mar 15, 2023

Jacquelyn Armstrong Senior, Secondary English Education major Research Mentor: Dr. Fisher I enjoy research because.... "It allows me to grow my knowledge and learn new things." How did you first get interested in undergraduate research at UK? "I knew it would be a great way to expand my resume as well as my knowledge." How long have you been engaged in undergraduate research? "Almost a year"

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