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

Jan 20, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Beckman Scholars, CURE Fellowship, Research Abroad, Sustainability Research, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Ambassadors, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor

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.

(Left to right) Dean Charles Griffith, Margaret Mohr-Schroeder, Lordina Mensah, Luke Bradley, President Eli Capilouto and Stephanie White.

UK START program receives Golden Apple Award

By Audrey Kirby
 Sep 21, 2022
Faculty Mentor, High School, Student Success

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.

Qwenton Briggs undergraduate research bourbon industry

A&S grants to undergraduate researchers stimulate collaborations with faculty

By Richard LeComte
 Jul 14, 2022
Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

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. 

Tayo Adedokun with Grace Perrin and Malia Jones

2022 Undergraduate Research Mentor Award Winners Announced

By Elizabeth Chapin
 Jun 8, 2022
Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, Showcase

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

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

Jun 2, 2022
Faculty Mentor

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

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

Jun 1, 2022
Faculty Mentor

Q. What does this award mean to you?

James Beard Showcase 2019 computer science guitar research

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

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Apr 22, 2022
Faculty Mentor, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

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.

Group poster presentation at Showcase 2019

Registration Now Open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Mar 2, 2022
Faculty Mentor, Showcase, Student Presentation

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 3, 2022) — At the University of Kentucky, undergraduate research and creative work are central to a well-rounded student experience. The Office of Undergraduate Research is celebrating 16 years of supporting students presenting their research and creative work at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars. The 16th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is 1-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom.

Dr Melinda Ickes and Julia Estes Faculty mentor of the year award 2021

Nominate Your Faculty: 2021-22 Outstanding Faculty Mentor Awards Nomination Portal Now Open

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 Feb 15, 2022
Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 15, 2022) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is now accepting nominations for the 15th annual UK Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year awards. The student-nominated award recognizes excellence in supporting undergraduate research and conveys the campus’ high regard for outstanding contributions made to the academic and research community.

Summer Research and Creative Experience Expo January 31, 2022

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

Jan 31, 2022, 12:00 – 2:00 PM
Sustainability Research, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Information Session, Faculty Mentor, Research Travel Grant

Join the UK Office of Undergraduate Research for our 2022 Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo! Come learn about the great -- and funded! -- summer research and creative opportunities available both on- and off-campus. 

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