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UK undergraduate researchers present at the state Capitol

By Haven L. Patrick Mar 22, 2024

Lexington, Ky. (March 21, 2024) — The 22nd annual Posters-at-the-Capitol held on March 7 featured 13 University of Kentucky undergraduate research projects with important implications for issues in Kentucky, including public safety, energy conservation, homeownership and lung cancer prevention.

UK Wildcat mascot posing in front of research posters at the 17th Showcase of Undergraduate Research

Registration now open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Mar 13, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (March 12, 2024) — Registration is now open for the University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) 18th Annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars. This year’s showcase will be held on Wednesday, April 24, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom.

Interest Session: 2024-25 Research Ambassador Program

Mar 20, 2024, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Mandatory that applicants attend the Interest SessionCurrent ambassadors will discuss the ambassador program, eligibility requirements and benefits. Q&A session to follow presentation. March 20, 2024 5:30 PM Room 114 Jacobs Science Building REGISTER NOW

Call for Submissions: UK’s undergraduate peer, expert-reviewed research journal

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Feb 2, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 2, 2024) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is accepting submissions for the spring issue of Aperture, a new open-access, interdisciplinary student journal.

UK Loves ForagerOne Pink and White Heart Graphic

UK Loves ForagerOne: Drop-in Advising

Feb 13, 2024, 11:00 AM – Feb 14, 2024, 2:00 PM

UK loves ForagerOne! Let us help you explore research opportunities, learn how to navigate ForagerOne, post opportunities and connect with a mentor/students. Join us for Food**, Fun, and ForagerOne Tuesday, Feb. 13 & Wednesday, Feb. 14 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Room 211 Funkhouser Building Open to the UK community - students of all levels, faculty & staff.

OUR marks a decade of support for Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship

By Lindsay Travis Jan 9, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 8, 2024) — The University of Kentucky’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is celebrating 10 years of the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship.

Aperture Drop-in Info Session

Jan 16, 2024, 4:30 – 5:00 PM

The Aperture Drop-in Info Session is for students interested in joining the Aperture Student Committee or questions about submitting to the journal. Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024 4:30 – 5:00 PM via Zoom Access Zoom meeting here

Graphic depicting the scientist mentoring and diversity program with the same information as below.

Info Session: Scientist Mentoring & Diversity Program

Jan 23, 2024, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Info Session: Scientist Mentoring and Diversity Program Lunch & Learn Learn about the SMDP program details and eligibility. Learn about their two programs and hear from a program graduate. Postbacc + Graduates: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Undergraduates: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 23, 2024 Room 150 Healthy KY Research Building (HKRB) - Seminar Room

Seun Adekunle presentation Showcase 2022 undergraduate research

Date set for 18th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

By Haven L. Patrick Dec 7, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 7, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) will celebrate bold dreamers and strategic thinkers at the upcoming Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars. Marking its 18th year of support for undergraduate research, the showcase is set for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 1-5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom.

Photo of the Aperture team during a meeting. Split screen with the photo on the left and article title on the right.

UK undergraduates launch new peer- and expert-reviewed research journal

By Lindsay Travis Dec 5, 2023

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Dec. 5, 2023) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is launching a new open-access, interdisciplinary student journal titled Aperture. In photography, the aperture is the space through which light passes. The undergraduate team behind the journal feels this reflects how research brings things to light and drives innovation.

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