Beckman Scholars

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.

2 Outstanding Undergraduates Selected for UK’s Beckman Scholars SUCCESS Program

By Elizabeth Chapin Apr 19, 2022

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 19, 2022) — Two undergraduates have been selected as the first recipients of the University of Kentucky’s new Beckman Scholars Program, titled Scholars United by Chemistry: Cultivating Excellence through Science Stewardship (SUCCESS).

Sunny Ghuneim summer research fellow 2021

Undergrads: Turn Summer into a Research Experience

By Elizabeth Chapin Feb 15, 2022

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 15, 2022) — Summer offers an ideal opportunity for undergraduate students at the University of Kentucky to engage in research and creative experiences that prepare them for graduate school and future careers.

UK Awarded Beckman Scholars Program With Undergraduate Chemistry Focus

By Alicia Gregory and Rob Theakston Jan 31, 2022

The University of Kentucky has been named a 2022 Beckman Scholars Program Award winner. The award will create a new program focusing on diversity and equity in undergraduate research — Scholars United by Chemistry: Cultivating Excellence through Science Stewardship (SUCCESS). This prestigious, invite-only program for top-tier research institutions provides a 15-month mentored research experience for exceptional undergraduate students in chemistry, biological sciences and associated interdisciplinary combinations.

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