Office of Undergraduate Research

20 students awarded CURE Fellowships

May 8, 2023, 7:16 AM

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) is honored to announce that 20 undergraduates have been selected for the 2023 Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship program.

Physics graduate finds lifelong passion for research at UK

May 5, 2023, 6:57 AM

The Owensboro native was also selected as an Undergraduate Research Ambassador by the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Showcase to spotlight 500 students’ research

Apr 24, 2023, 7:37 AM

This year’s Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom, and features 500 students and 330 presentations representing 66 disciplines and 18 colleges.

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2 outstanding undergraduates selected for UK’s Beckman Scholars SUCCESS Program

Mar 23, 2023, 7:30 AM

Two undergraduates have been selected as recipients of the University of Kentucky’s Beckman Scholars Program, titled Scholars United by Chemistry: Cultivating Excellence through Science Stewardship (SUCCESS).

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2023-24 Undergraduate Research Ambassador application now open

Mar 21, 2023, 7:09 AM

Organized by the UK Office of Undergraduate Research, the program is a leadership opportunity for undergraduates who are passionate about promoting undergraduate research at UK and helping other undergraduates find their path.

Undergrads: Nominate your outstanding faculty research mentor

Mar 10, 2023, 8:15 AM

Nominations are due April 1 and awards will be presented at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars’ awards ceremony at 3 p.m. April 26.

Registration now open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 2, 2023, 7:29 AM

The 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 Office of Undergraduate Research is celebrating 17 years of supporting students presenting research at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars.

ForagerOne portal connects faculty and students to grow research at UK

Feb 13, 2023, 7:11 AM

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research launches a new portal in partnership with software developers ForagerOne that will facilitate connections between research faculty and aspiring undergraduate, graduate and postdoc researchers.

Opportunities open for students interested in summer research

Feb 8, 2023, 7:06 AM

The Office of Undergraduate Research is now accepting proposals for two summer research fellowship programs: the Commonwealth Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) Fellowship and the Sustainability Summer Research Fellowship.

2023 Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Apr 26, 2023, 1:00 – 5:30 PM

2023 Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars Apr 26, 2023, 1:00 – 5:30 PM Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom The 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is a moment when we step back from our academic routines to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and encourage them along the path of intellectual achievement, as well as celebrate the inspiration and creativity of our young scholars and the dedication of their mentors.

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