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OUR marks a decade of support for Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship

Jan 8, 2024, 7:12 AM

The University of Kentucky’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is celebrating 10 years of the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship.

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Date set for 18th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Dec 7, 2023, 6:55 AM

The showcase is set for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 1-5:30 p.m. in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom.

UK Graduate Appalachian Research Symposium & Arts Showcase

The 2024 Symposium & Arts Showcase for undergrad and graduate students will be held March 2.

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Markey STRONG Scholars Program empowers next generation of cancer researchers

Dec 6, 2023, 7:24 AM

Offered by Markey Cancer Center, the Markey STRONG Scholars Program gives students from underrepresented groups opportunities to get hands-on experience in a supportive learning environment.

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UK undergraduates launch new peer- and expert-reviewed research journal

Dec 5, 2023, 7:10 AM

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is launching a new open-access, interdisciplinary student journal titled Aperture.

Office of Undergraduate Research: Abstract Writing Workshop

Feb 28, 2024, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

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?

Office of Undergraduate Research: Writing a Strong Research Proposal

Jan 31, 2024, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

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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2023 Oswald Research and Creativity Competition winners announced

Nov 30, 2023, 7:20 AM

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently announced the 15 undergraduate winners of the 59th annual Oswald Research and Creativity awards.

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4th annual research expo offers research connections for UK undergraduates

Nov 9, 2023, 7:38 AM

The event introduces undergraduates to the diversity of research at UK, allowing students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities.

Beckman Scholars share success, invite undergrads to learn about prestigious program

Nov 3, 2023, 7:24 AM

The Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation funds 15 months of mentored research for two undergraduate students in chemistry, biological sciences and associated interdisciplinary combinations.

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