Beckman Scholars

Summer research lunch learn series poster design workshop

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Poster Design Workshop

Jul 19, 2023, 12:00 – 12:45 PM

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Poster Design Workshop Create effective and engaging research posters! We will walk attendees through the poster-making process - emphasizing poster design principles, layouts/ formats, understanding your audience, and evaluating a poster. Interactive workshop for all! Attendees will critique sample posters by applying the design principles discussed. Poster design worksheet and handout included.

summer research lunch and learn series NSF GRFP info session

NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program Info Session

Jun 28, 2023, 12:00 – 12:45 PM

Summer Research Lunch & Learn Series Co-hosted by the UK Office of Nationally Competitive Awards Are you planning to pursue a graduate degree in STEM? Are you a first-year STEM student? If so, you may be eligible for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which provides funding for 3 years of grad school!

Beckman Scholars 2023 Kaitlyn Brock Hena Kachroo

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).

Spring 2023 Research Creative Experience Expo

Research + Creative Experience Expo to highlight breadth of UK programs to undergrads

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Jan 13, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 13, 2023) — The third annual Research + Creative Experience Expo will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center Social Staircase and Ballroom A. This biannual event introduces undergraduates to the diversity of research at the University of Kentucky, allowing students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities.

Beckman Scholar Application Deadline

Feb 1, 2023

APPLICATION DETAILS The Beckman Scholars SUCCESS program welcomes applications from all undergraduate students. As part of the SUCCESS Scholars program, we seek to enhance the educational benefits of a diverse student body. ** All materials, including letters of recommendation, must be submitted by 12 p.m. (noon) on February 1, 2023. Please do not wait to submit your application.

Graphic depicting Poster Design Workshop on February 9, 2023 at 5:15 PM via Zoom

Workshop: Poster Design

Feb 9, 2023, 5:15 – 6:15 PM

Poster Design Workshop Create effective and engaging research posters! Let our Undergraduate Research Ambassadors help walk you through the poster making process - emphasizing poster design principles, layouts/ formats, understanding your audience, and evaluating a poster. We will discuss designing an oral presentation, as well. Get useful peer-to-peer feedback, too! Are you presenting your research at NCUR, Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars, or another upcoming conference/symposium? We're here to help.

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

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.

Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo

Jan 20, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Join the UK Office of Undergraduate Research for our 2023 Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo! Come learn about the great -- and funded! -- summer research opportunities available both on- and off-campus. Learn about the upcoming Summer 2023 fellowship cycles and what you can do to prepare to become the strongest possible applicant.

Beckman Scholar Information Session

Nov 8, 2023, 4:00 – 5:00 PM

Beckman Scholar Program Information Session The Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting a Beckman Scholars Information Session on Wednesday, November 8 at 4 PM via Zoom for all students interested in applying.

Midsummer Research Social

Jul 13, 2022, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting a Midsummer Research Social for all summer research fellows and mentors on Wednesday, July 13 from 11am – 1pm. We will be serving up free Kona Ice and good times for a fun summer social opportunity! All UK students and those visiting from other schools engaged in undergraduate research activities and creative works are eligible to attend the event, including mentors (PIs, graduate students, and postdocs) — regardless of funding source or formal program affiliation.

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