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OUR Open House

⭐️ Join us at our annual Open House ⭐️ Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 8:30 - 11 AM in 211 Funkhouser   Get connected with research opportunities and learn about upcoming events and funding programs. Stop by for bagels & coffee. We will see you there!

Undergraduate Research + Creative Experience Expo

The UK Office of Undergraduate Research is committed to helping students navigate the process of finding a faculty-mentored research opportunity that is a good fit for them. The Undergraduate Research + Creative Experience Expo offers students the opportunity to explore research options, learn about participating in research and creative projects directly from faculty and staff and talk to student research ambassadors. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 11 AM – 1 PM  |  Gatton Student Center Social Staircase

Drop-In Peer Advising

DROP-IN PEER ADVISING WITH RESEARCH AMBASSADORS Chat with Research Ambassadors in-person!   Have questions about how to get started in research? Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences? Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!   WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student lounge WHEN: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, and Nov. 8 from 11 AM - 1 PM

Drop-In Peer Advising

DROP-IN PEER ADVISING WITH RESEARCH AMBASSADORS Chat with Research Ambassadors in-person!   Have questions about how to get started in research? Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences? Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!   WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student lounge WHEN: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, and Nov. 8 from 11 AM - 1 PM

Drop-In Peer Advising

DROP-IN PEER ADVISING WITH RESEARCH AMBASSADORS Chat with Research Ambassadors in-person!   Have questions about how to get started in research? Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences? Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!   WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student lounge WHEN: Sept. 13, Oct. 11, and Nov. 8 from 11 AM - 1 PM

DROP-IN ADVISING

Chat with a Research Ambassador! Have questions about how to get started in research? Looking for research opportunities or summer fellowships? Stop by and talk with an ambassador. Fall 2023 Drop-In Advising Dates: Oct. 11  @ 11am - 1pm; 211 Funkhouser Bldg Nov. 8 @ 11am - 1pm; 211 Funkhouser Bldg

TABLING: Research Ambassadors

Chat with a Research Ambassador! Have questions about how to get started in research? Looking for research opportunities or summer fellowships? Stop by and talk with an ambassador. Fall 2023 Tabling Dates: Sept. 6  @ 11am - 1pm; Gatton Student Center Social Staircase Oct. 4  @ 11am - 1pm; Gatton Student Center Social Staircase Nov. 1  @ 4 - 6pm; Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom (Curiosity Fair)

Physics graduate finds lifelong passion for research at UK

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 5, 2023) — Walking across the commencement stage and receiving your diploma is a satisfying feeling and is the culmination of a lot of hard work. University of Kentucky graduate Gabija Ziemyte’s family will celebrate her accomplishments for the first time in the U.S.

2023-24 Undergraduate Research Ambassador application now open Application deadline: April 17

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.

Research Ambassador Social 2023-24 Ambassador Recruitment

SOCIAL / COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT It is mandatory that all applicants attend the Ambassador Social / Community Service Project. This is a fun meet and greet opportunity while engaging in a great community service project.   April 17, 2023 5:30 - 7 PM The 90 Room 203   REGISTER NOW