Summer Research

Writing a Strong Research Proposal

Feb 6, 2025, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Writing a Research Proposal Workshop Don't let an unpolished proposal hold you back from a research experience! Your research proposal is the heart of your application. This workshop will teach you the basics of writing a successful proposal. Start early so that you have time to incorporate faculty feedback.

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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.

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

UK launches program to address water resources and sustainable engineering challenges in Appalachia

By Jordan Strickler Jun 4, 2024

The University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is excited to announce the launch of a new Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. This opportunity aims to provide undergraduates with invaluable research opportunities focused on engineering solutions for water resource management and sustainability in the Appalachian region.

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5 students selected as 2024 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows

By Haven L. Patrick May 23, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 23, 2024) — Five students from the University of Kentucky have been selected for the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship program.

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14 students awarded CURE Fellowships

By Haven L. Patrick May 21, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. (May 21, 2024) — The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is honored to announce that 14 students have been selected for the 2024 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program.

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Poster Design Workshop

Jul 17, 2024, 12:00 – 12:45 PM

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Poster Design Workshop Create effective and engaging research posters! We will walk attendees through the poster-making process - emphasizing poster design principles, layouts/ formats, understanding your audience, and evaluating a poster. Interactive workshop for all! Attendees will critique sample posters by applying the design principles discussed. Poster design worksheet and handout included.

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Abstract Writing Workshop

Jun 26, 2024, 12:00 – 12:45 PM

Summer Research Lunch & Learn Series The Abstract Writing Workshop is designed to help students of all levels and disciplines prepare professional, succinct, and convincing abstracts. The abstract writing workshop includes information on: What exactly is an abstract? How do I write one? What information do I include? What information do I exclude? Join us for a fun and engaging Abstract Writing Workshop.

Midsummer Research Social

Jul 10, 2024, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

The Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting a Midsummer Research Social for all summer research fellows and mentors on Wednesday, July 10 from 11:30 am – 1 pm at the WT Young Library Loop! We will be serving up free Kona Ice and good times for a fun summer social opportunity!

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