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Ashley Morrison SSC 2025

Ashley Morrison 2025 Sustainability Research Fellow

Jul 8, 2025
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Senior, Agricultural & Medical Biotechnology major Research Mentor: Allan Bruce Downie - Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Horticulture Supported by UK Student Sustainability Council   Project Title: "Characterizing SEED MATURATION1 and BARENTSZ Allele (BTZ-1, Protein Interactions and The Consequence of Interaction on Plant Development"

Zoe McComas SSC 2025

Zoe McComas 2025 Sustainability Research Fellow

Jul 8, 2025
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Senior, Environmental and Sustainability Studies major with Certificate in Urban and Community Forestry Research Mentor: Caleb Wilson - Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Entomology Supported by UK Student Sustainability Council   Project Title: "Emerald Ash Borer Prevalence and Damage in Reforested Sites"  

Graciela Martinez SSC 2025

Graciela Martinez 2025 Sustainability Research Fellow

Jul 8, 2025
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Senior, Environmental and Sustainability Studies major Research Mentor: Lynn Phillips - College of Arts & Sciences, Geography Supported by UK Student Sustainability Council   Project Title: "Historical Changes in Campus Sustainability: A Tree Canopy and Land Use Study"  

Bailey Little SSC 2025

Bailey Little 2025 Sustainability Research Fellow

Jul 8, 2025
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Senior, Environmental and Sustainability Studies and English major Research Mentor: Lauren Cagle - College of Arts & Sciences, Environmental and Sustainability Studies Supported by UK Student Sustainability Council   Project Title: "Interpretive Planning and Pollinator Habitats at The Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky"  

Callie Black SSC 2025

Callie Black 2025 Sustainability Research Fellow

Jul 7, 2025
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Senior, Natural Resources and Environmental Science major Research Mentor: Kenton Sena Supported by UK Student Sustainability Council Project Title:  "Phenology and Allelopathic Potential of Dahurian Buckthorn: Implications of a New Invasive Woody Species for Kentuckys Ecosystems" How will this summer research fellowship support your research efforts?

6 students chosen as 2025 Sustainability Fellows

6 students selected as 2025 Sustainability Summer Research Fellows

Haven L. Patrick
 May 29, 2025
Sustainability Research, Summer Research, Student Success

Six University of Kentucky undergraduates have been selected for the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship, a program that supports student-led projects that advance sustainable practices and community impact through research.

Sixteen undergraduates have been selected for the 2025 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program. Photo provided by OUR.

16 students awarded CURE Fellowships

Haven L. Patrick
 May 22, 2025
CURE Fellowship, Summer Research, Student Success

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) has announced the 16 students who have been selected for the 2025 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program.

Cancelled

CANCELLED: Summer Lunch & Learn Series: How to Effectively Communicate Your Research

Jun 18, 2025, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Workshops, Summer Research, Student Success

Due to unforeseen circumstances, OUR needs to cancel the Lunch and Learn planned for Wednesday, June 18. Please be on the lookout for a new date for the session. Thank you for your understanding. Please direct any questions that you may have to Chad Risko (chad.risko@uky.edu).

Writing a Strong Personal Statement

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Writing a Strong Personal Statement Workshop

Jul 23, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
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Co-Hosted with the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards Your personal statement is the heart of your application. This workshop will teach you the basics of writing a successful statement. Start early so that you have time to incorporate faculty feedback.

Abstract Writing

Summer Lunch & Learn Series: Abstract Writing Workshop

Jun 25, 2025, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Workshops, Summer Research, Student Success

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. 

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