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From Eastern Kentucky to edge of space: UK grad is reaching for the stars

May 6, 2025, 7:31 AM

“Without my experience at UK, I wouldn’t be doing what I am now — and I wouldn’t be as happy as I am now,” states undergraduate Asa O'Neal as he plans to graduate.

Sophia Goodin and Sophie Ciaverelli stand together at the Gatton Student Center.

‘Behind the Blue’: Public Health students gain confidence through research, community

May 5, 2025, 7:11 AM

In this episode of Behind the Blue, two graduating students from the UK College of Public Health share their journeys that show how UK’s supportive environment, coupled with their own initiative, has prepared them to tackle complex health challenges on a broad, even global, scale.

Recipients of the 2024 Mentor Awards at the Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Showcase to spotlight undergraduate research

Apr 22, 2025, 7:00 AM

The 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars will empower undergraduates to share their discoveries, ideas and creative works with the campus community and public.

2 UK students honored with prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

Apr 18, 2025, 2:28 PM

The Goldwater Scholarship is awarded to sophomores or juniors planning to pursue research careers in mathematics, engineering or a natural science.

Gaines Center selects newest cohort of Gaines Fellows

Mar 25, 2025, 7:23 AM

Twelve students will join the two-year program that enriches the undergraduate experience by fostering an interdisciplinary approach to the humanities.

71 UK students to present research at NCUR

Mar 21, 2025, 7:59 AM

The National Conference on Undergraduate Research is one of the largest events for undergraduate students to share their academic work with peers, faculty and professionals across the country.

Registration now open for Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Mar 17, 2025, 7:47 AM

More than 500 participants will gather to present their work through oral sessions, posters, artistic exhibits, performances or table demonstrations.

KGS internship offers students hands-on research, career insight in geology

Mar 7, 2025, 7:04 AM

Students in Kentucky and the surrounding area can apply for the Potter internship, which gives students who may not have experience in geology a chance to work with a mentor and develop their interests.

Research ambassador Abbey McNely shares her experience in research in Indonesia and her journey at UK

Feb 18, 2025, 9:49 AM

UK College of Arts and Sciences student Abbey McNely is researching the impact of tourism in Bali, Indonesia

2025 SPARK cohort named, students to focus on community health research

Feb 11, 2025, 7:49 AM

Now in its sixth year, the SPARK program trains undergraduate students from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and communities to conduct impactful research to improve health disparities early in their college experience.

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