Sustainability Research

Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship Deadline: March 1, 2023

Feb 1, 2023, 1:00 AM – Mar 1, 2023, 11:55 PM

Sustainability Research, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2023 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.

Annabelle Wilson 2022 Sustainability summer research fellowship

Opportunities open for students interested in summer research

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Feb 8, 2023

CURE Fellowship, Sustainability Research, Summer Research

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Feb. 8, 2023) — Conducting research during the summer can be a transformative experience for undergraduate students. Paid summer research fellowships provide students the opportunity to conduct intensive research and scholarship with leading scientists, clinicians and scholars.

ForagerOne Drop-In Advising

Feb 13, 2023, 11:00 AM – Feb 17, 2023, 2:00 PM

Sustainability Research, Ambassadors, Summer Research, Oswald Research, Information Session, Student Success

ForagerOne Drop-In Advising - Let us help you get connected with research! ForagerOne facilitates connections between research faculty and aspiring undergraduate, graduate, professional, and postdoc researchers. Stop by the Office of Undergraduate Research to learn more. WHERE: 211 Funkhouser Building WHEN: Feb. 13 - 17 | 11am - 2pm Sign Up. Create Your Profile. Explore Research Opportunities.

Spring 2023 Research Creative Experience Expo

Research + Creative Experience Expo to highlight breadth of UK programs to undergrads

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Jan 13, 2023

Beckman Scholars, CURE Fellowship, Sustainability Research, Ambassadors, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Information Session, Faculty Mentor, Drop-In Advising

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 13, 2023) — The third annual Research + Creative Experience Expo will be held 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, at the Gatton Student Center Social Staircase and Ballroom A. This biannual event introduces undergraduates to the diversity of research at the University of Kentucky, allowing students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities.

Workshop: Abstract Writing

Mar 7, 2023, 5:15 – 6:15 PM

CURE Fellowship, Workshops, Sustainability Research, Summer Research, NCUR, Posters-at-the-Capitol, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

Abstract Writing Workshop is designed to help students 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?

Graphic depicting How to Write a Strong Research Proposal with date, Feb 1, 2023 and time, 5:15PM via Zoom

Workshop: How to Write a Strong Research Proposal

Feb 1, 2023, 5:15 – 6:15 PM

CURE Fellowship, Workshops, Sustainability Research, Student Presentation, Student Success

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.

How To Write A Strong Personal Statement Flyer

How To Write A Strong Personal Statement Workshop

Jan 17, 2023, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Workshops, Sustainability Research, Summer Research, Information Session

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

Clare Rittschof and Abdallah Sher conduct research with honeybees

'That's why we're here' — UK researcher invites undergrads to the lab

By Amy Jones-Timoney and Steve Shaffer

Oct 17, 2022

CURE Fellowship, Sustainability Research, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor, Student Success

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 17, 2022) — For Clare Rittschof, Ph.D., introducing University of Kentucky undergraduate students to research starts by giving them access and experiences in her lab.

summer research creative experience expo University of Kentucky

Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo Find a Summer Research + Creative Opportunity

Jan 20, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Beckman Scholars, CURE Fellowship, Research Abroad, Sustainability Research, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Ambassadors, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor

Join the UK Office of Undergraduate Research for our 2023 Summer Research + Creative Experience Expo! Come learn about the great -- and funded! -- summer research opportunities available both on- and off-campus. Learn about the upcoming Summer 2023 fellowship cycles and what you can do to prepare to become the strongest possible applicant.

Call for posters: UK Sustainability announces research poster competition

By Jesi Jones-Bowman

Sep 20, 2022

Sustainability Research, Student Presentation

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 20. 2022) — University of Kentucky graduate and undergraduate students are invited to submit an abstract and poster in the second annual sustainability research poster competition held in conjunction with the annual UK Sustainability Showcase on Oct. 18.

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