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Audrey Wirasakti 2023 SSC Spotlight

Audrey Wirasakti Sustainability Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

May 15, 2023
Sustainability Research, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Summer Research

Q. How will this summer research fellowship support your research efforts and future goals? A. "The fellowship will expense me the opportunity costs of other activities besides taking part in research this summer. It will also give me a network of support and other avenues of connection to support this project and help teach people about food waste in Lexington." Q. Why is sustainability research important?

Anna Ackerman 2023 SSC Spotlight

Anna Ackerman Sustainability Summer Research Fellow Spotlight

May 15, 2023
Sustainability Research, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Summer Research

Q. How will this summer research fellowship support your research efforts and future goals? A. "The fellowship will support my efforts by allowing for an easier commute to Robinson Forest and promoting the beginning of a four-year research initiative in our local Kentucky environment. Tree productivity has not yet been explored in Kentucky, and the fellowship will help determine how forest microclimates impact watershed and ecosystem health. The fellowship will spread awareness and access to this research."

Midsummer Social teaser

Midsummer Research Social Serving up FREE Taylor Belle's Ice Cream and fun!

Jul 12, 2023, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sustainability Research, Summer Research

The Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting a Midsummer Research Social for all summer research fellows and mentors on Wednesday, July 12 from 11:30 am – 1 pm at the WT Young Library Loop! We will be serving up free Taylor Belle's Ice Cream treats and good times for a fun summer social opportunity!

Showcase 2023 registration timeline

REGISTER: Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars Presentation Opportunity

Mar 1, 2023, 1:00 AM – Apr 1, 2023, 11:55 PM
Sustainability Research, Summer Research Fellow Spotlight, Research Spotlight, Summer Research, Faculty Mentor, Showcase, Student Presentation, Student Success

This year’s 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is on Wednesday, April 26, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. The Showcase is an opportunity for undergraduates to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits or performances. The event gives students from all disciplines a chance to engage in public outreach and polish their presentation skills. Peers, faculty and the local community are invited to come learn about the wide range of undergraduate research conducted at UK.

2023 SSC Summer Fellowships

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.

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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.

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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.  

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