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TABLING: ForagerOne @ Lewis Honors College

LOOKING FOR A RESEARCH EXPERIENCE? UK has adopted the new ForagerOne platform to help connect students with faculty for integrative learning opportunities. 3 easy steps for students and faculty to get started! Learn more: https://our.uky.edu/ForagerOne 

2023 Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars Presentation Opportunity

The 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is a moment when we step back from our academic routines to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and encourage them along the path of intellectual achievement, as well as celebrate the inspiration and creativity of our young scholars and the dedication of their mentors.

'That's why we're here' — UK researcher invites undergrads to the lab

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 17, 2022) — For Clare Rittschof, Ph.D., introducing University of Kentucky undergraduate students to research starts by giving them access and experiences in her lab.

Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo Find a Summer Research + Creative Opportunity

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.

UK START program receives Golden Apple Award

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 21, 2022) — In recognition of its strong commitment to student achievement, the University of Kentucky STEM Through Authentic Research and Training (START) program was honored with the Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) Golden Apple Award.

A&S grants to undergraduate researchers stimulate collaborations with faculty

Lily Vossekuil, Elizabeth Lorch and children working to improve their comprehension came together in the summer of 2021 to show how undergraduates and faculty can collaborate on research that benefits the Kentucky community. 

2022 Undergraduate Research Mentor Award Winners Announced

LEXINGTON, Ky. (June 8, 2022) — Four University of Kentucky faculty members received the 2022 Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for their exceptional leadership and support of student researchers.

Kendall Corbin Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year 2021-22

Q. What does this Award mean to you? A. "This award signifies to me that I made a difference in someone else's life for the better and that my student knew that I genuinely cared about them, their future and their success." Q. How has your experience as an undergraduate research mentor impacted you?

Tayo Adedokun Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year 2021-22

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Students to Present Research and Creative Work at Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 22, 2022) — University of Kentucky students, faculty and staff are gearing up for the 16th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars. The event will take place from 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom, featuring over 325 students and 250 presentations representing 64 disciplines and 16 colleges.