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How To Write a Strong Personal Statement Workshop

Jan 23, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Applying for a research award? Join us for tips on how to strengthen your application materials.  Some upcoming awards include:   CURE Fellowship Sustainability Summer Research Fellowships NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates

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Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship

Jan 1, 2025, 12:00 AM – Mar 1, 2025, 11:55 PM

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2025 Sustainability Summer Research Fellowships ($5,000 stipend) are funded by the Environmental Stewardship Fee and seek to promote projects that will make a significant contribution to the student’s academic growth, while concomitantly contributing to sustainability-focused research initiatives at the University of Kentucky and within the community at large. Where appropriate, we are also seeking projects that will make a scholarly contribution to their discipline. 

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University of Kentucky UG Research Experience Spurs Beckman Scholar to Push the Boundaries of Science

By Beckman Foundation Nov 20, 2024

Before Hena Kachroo had even enrolled at the University of Kentucky and discovered its welcoming and warm research environment, she had a model for what it meant to feel valued in a community. Growing up, she'd attended cultural events among the Indian community in Lexington where her family's culture, traditions, and classical dance had collectively made a meaningful impression and created an important sense of belonging and network of support.

Brock Cooper Beckman Feature

University of Kentucky Undergrad Acquires Advanced Skills, Improved Confidence in the Lab

By Beckman Foundation Nov 20, 2024

Growing up in Lexington, Kentucky, Kaitlyn Brock attended Frederick Douglass High School. Research opportunities were limited, as the school opened in 2017. Instead, Brock's earliest exposure to research came from her stepmom, who was a student at the University of Kentucky participating in biology research at the time. Now Brock, and one of her four younger siblings, both attend the University of Kentucky. In 2022, the University of Kentucky was named a Beckman Scholars Program Awardee.

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Neuroscience and pharmacology research raises recent UK grad's interest in medicine

By Beckman Foundation Nov 20, 2024

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Drop-In Advising

Mar 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

DROP-IN ADVISING Chat with Research Ambassadors in person!  Have questions about how to get started in research?Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences?Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student loungeWHEN: Jan. 29, Feb. 25, March 26 from 11 AM - 1 PM

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Drop-In Advising

Feb 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

DROP-IN ADVISING Chat with Research Ambassadors in person!  Have questions about how to get started in research?Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences?Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student loungeWHEN: Jan. 29, Feb. 25, March 26 from 11 AM - 1 PM

Drop-in advising January 29

Drop-In Advising

Jan 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

DROP-IN ADVISING Chat with Research Ambassadors in person!  Have questions about how to get started in research?Want to chat with another student about the process and hear their experiences?Talk with a Peer Research Ambassador during drop-in advising!WHERE:  211 Funkhouser Building - Office of Undergraduate Research's student loungeWHEN: Jan. 29, Feb. 25, March 26 from 11 AM - 1 PM

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Research Expo

Jan 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The Undergraduate Research + Creative Experience Expo will introduce undergraduate scholars to the diversity of research conducted at UK, allow students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Gatton Student Center Social Staircase View Expo Webpage and Vendors

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Information Session: Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Jan 29, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

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! SESSION DATES:

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