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5 UK faculty honored for excellence in undergraduate research mentoring

Isabelle Muccio
May 8, 2026
Faculty Mentor, Showcase

Five University of Kentucky faculty members received the 2026 Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for their exceptional leadership and support of student researchers. 

4 students named Excellent Undergraduate Research Ambassadors

Christian Wells
 May 8, 2026
Ambassadors, Showcase, Student Success

Every year, the University of Kentucky’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) selects a new cohort of Undergraduate Research Ambassadors — a group of outstanding students who serve as advocates for undergraduate research at UK.

2026 Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Apr 29, 2026, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Faculty Mentor, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

The 20th 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.

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 1, 2026, 8:00 PM – Apr 2, 2026, 12:55 AM
Showcase, Student Success

This year’s 20th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 29, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at the Historic Memorial Coliseum. The Showcase is an opportunity for undergraduates to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits or performances. The event gives students from all disciplines a chance to engage in public outreach and polish their presentation skills. Peers, faculty and the local community are invited to come learn about the wide range of undergraduate research conducted at UK.

5 faculty members honored for excellence in undergraduate research mentoring

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
Sep 24, 2025
Faculty Mentor, Showcase

Go to UKNow article LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 15, 2025) — Five University of Kentucky faculty members received the 2025 Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for their exceptional leadership and support of student researchers.

5 faculty members honored for excellence in undergraduate research mentoring

By Jesi Jones-Bowman
 May 15, 2025
Research Spotlight, Faculty Mentor, Showcase

Read UKNow article LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 15, 2025) — Five University of Kentucky faculty members received the 2025 Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award for their exceptional leadership and support of student researchers.

Registration now open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Zoey Schwartz
 Mar 17, 2025
Summer Research, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 17, 2025) — Registration is now open for the University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research’s (OUR) 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars. This year’s showcase will be 1-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom.

DEADLINE: Showcase Poster Printing

Apr 21, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Showcase, Student Presentation

Poster printing DEADLINE for the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is April 21, 2025, at 11:55 PM View poster guidelines Upload your poster

Research Mentor of the Year Award Nominations Awards announced at the Showcase!

Mar 1, 2025, 1:00 AM – Apr 2, 2025, 12:55 AM
Faculty Mentor of the Month, Faculty Mentor, Showcase

The 18th annual Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor Award recognizes UK faculty members who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to mentoring undergraduate researchers, providing exceptional undergraduate research experiences, as well as supporting and promoting undergraduate research initiatives on campus.   Each year, outstanding faculty mentors are recognized at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars for their outstanding leadership and support of students. 

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 1, 2025, 12:00 AM – Apr 2, 2025, 12:55 AM
Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

This year’s 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 30, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. The Showcase is an opportunity for undergraduates to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits or performances. The event gives students from all disciplines a chance to engage in public outreach and polish their presentation skills. Peers, faculty and the local community are invited to come learn about the wide range of undergraduate research conducted at UK.

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