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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: National Conference on Undergraduate Research

Sep 9, 2026, 8:00 AM – Dec 5, 2026, 11:55 PM
NCUR, Student Presentation, Student Success

NCUR: National Conference on Undergraduate Research is an annual student conference dedicated to promoting undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity in all fields of study.  Abstract submission deadline: Dec. 5, 2026 Event Dates:  April 12 - 14, 2027 in Grand Rapids, MI Learn more our.uky.edu/ncur

5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition - Final Round

Oct 28, 2026, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
5-Minute Fast Track, Student Presentation, Student Success

1 Slide. 5 Minutes. Outstanding research! Cheer on UK undergraduate research students as they share their trailblazing research and compete for cash prizes in the 5-Minute Fast Track Competition. Who will advance to the finals? The Office of Undergraduate Research will host its 6th annual 5-Minute Fast Track Research Presentation Competition this fall. The 5-Minute Fast Track is an academic competition that cultivates students’ presentation and research communication skills, and challenges them to describe their research within five minutes.

5-Minute Fast Track Research Competition - Preliminary Round

Oct 22, 2026, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
5-Minute Fast Track, Student Presentation, Student Success

1 Slide. 5 Minutes. Outstanding research! Cheer on UK undergraduate research students as they share their trailblazing research and compete for cash prizes in the 5-Minute Fast Track Competition. Who will advance to the finals? The Office of Undergraduate Research will host its 6th annual 5-Minute Fast Track Research Presentation Competition this fall. The 5-Minute Fast Track is an academic competition that cultivates students’ presentation and research communication skills, and challenges them to describe their research within five minutes.

Research Alumni Career Panel

Sep 21, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Research Spotlight, Student Success

Join us for an insightful and inspiring panel discussion with UK alumni as they share their unique research experiences and how those opportunities prepared them for graduation, their current professional endeavors, and future plans.  Learn how to leverage your research experience and skills to enhance your resume and set yourself apart on applications and interviews. Monday, Sept. 21 |  5 - 6 PM Zoom Registration link coming soon

UK Office of Undergraduate Research marks 25 years of student discovery, impact

Erin Wickey and Haven L Patrick
 May 27, 2026
Student Success

OUR Open House

Sep 9, 2026, 9:30 – 11:00 AM
Drop-In Advising, Student Success

⭐️ Join us at our annual Open House ⭐️  Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 9:30 - 11 AM in 211 Funkhouser ~ Free Food + Drop-In Advising + Giveaways ~ Get connected with research opportunities and learn about upcoming events and funding programs. Explore undergraduate research, meet the research ambassadors, and OUR staff!

Information Session: Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Sep 3, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Information Session, Student Success

Discover what's wildly possible with undergraduate research! Explore the opportunities available for involvement in research at the University of Kentucky. Learn how to find research opportunities, connect with a faculty mentor, and get answers to your questions at an Information Session. This event is hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassador team. Open to all students!

Information Session: Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Sep 2, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Information Session, Student Success

Discover what's wildly possible with undergraduate research! Explore the opportunities available for involvement in research at the University of Kentucky. Learn how to find research opportunities, connect with a faculty mentor, and get answers to your questions at an Information Session. This event is hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassador team. Open to all students!

Information Session: Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Aug 27, 2026, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Information Session, Student Success

Discover what's wildly possible with undergraduate research! Explore the opportunities available for involvement in research at the University of Kentucky. Learn how to find research opportunities, connect with a faculty mentor, and get answers to your questions at an Information Session. This event is hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassador team. Open to all students!

Students launch UK’s 3rd edition of undergrad research journal

By Haven L. Patrick
 May 22, 2026
Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 22, 2026) — Undergraduate students at the University of Kentucky who participate in research under the guidance of faculty mentors have the opportunity to publish and broadly share the outcomes of their work and collaborative experiences. The third edition of Aperture Journal of Undergraduate Research (AJUR) is now available and highlights the projects of 15 student-professor partnerships.

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