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2026-27 Undergraduate Research Ambassador application now open

The Ambassadors program is a leadership opportunity for undergraduates who are passionate about promoting undergraduate research at UK and helping other undergraduates find their path.

Nominations open for Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year Awards

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research is accepting nominations for the 19th annual UK Excellent Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year awards.

Applications for UK Libraries Award for Undergraduate Research open through March 24

Undergraduate students who have completed research papers or media projects utilizing library materials between the Fall 2024 and Spring 2026 semesters are encouraged to apply for the award.

48 UK undergrads to present at national research conference

Forty-eight UK students will present their research at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research on April 13-15 in Richmond, Virginia.

‘I never dreamed I’d see it’: UK Astronaut Scholar conducts research in Madagascar

UK senior, Jaesylin Stephens, reflects on her time as an undergraduate researcher in Madagascar and presenting her work as an Astronaut Scholar.

Summer opportunities for UK undergraduate researchers

The Office of Undergraduate Research supports two fellowship programs and connects students with more on- and off-campus summer research opportunities.

UK SPARK Program announces 7th cohort

The SPARK program trains undergraduate students from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and communities to conduct impactful research to improve health disparities.

4 UK undergraduates to present at Posters-at-the-Capitol

Four UK undergraduate researchers will present their work at the 24th annual Posters-at-the-Capitol on March 5.

UK SA/VS presents a Transatlantic student photography collaboration

UK's School of Art and Visual Studies invites the public to experience “The Americas Photo Exchange,” an international student photography exhibition, Feb. 26-March 26.

Five original student works transform UK Fine Arts Building into multivenue experience

The UK Department of Theatre and Dance presents “A Collective in Muse,” a groundbreaking two-day performance event featuring five original student works.

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