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UK Celebrates 15th Anniversary of Founding of UK Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence

By C. Lynn Hiler Dec 8, 2021

University of Kentucky students, alumni, faculty, administrators and friends gathered recently at the Chase Tower to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the founding of the UK Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence.

Winners of the 2021 Oswald Research and Creativity Competition.

2021 Oswald Research and Creativity Competition Winners Announced

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Nov 23, 2021

The University of Kentucky Office of Undergraduate Research recently announced 18 undergraduate winners of the 57th annual Oswald Research and Creativity Awards.

UK, UPK Authors Highlight 2021 Kentucky Book Festival Schedule

By Danielle Donham Oct 29, 2021

The 40th annual Kentucky Book Festival returns to Lexington with a mix of virtual and in-person events scheduled from Monday, Nov. 1, to Saturday, Nov. 6. This year’s celebration features 140 authors including Lewis Honors College alum and chef Ouita Michel who will sign books, participate in discussions and more, culminating in a daylong celebration at Joseph-Beth Booksellers on Nov. 6.

UK 5-Minute Fast Track Competition finalists will present their research on Oct. 28.

10 Students Selected as 5-Minute Fast Track Competition Finalists

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Oct 28, 2021

These undergraduates competed in the competition’s two preliminary rounds and were selected as Top 10 finalists to present their research during the final round on Thursday, Oct. 28, in the Gatton Student Center Worsham Cinema.

Lewis Honors College Speaker Series Welcomes Jonathan Haidt

By Meghan Arrell Oct 13, 2021

The event will be presented via Zoom webinar at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. The event is open to the entire UK campus community.

UK Homecoming Queen Claire Dzan and Homecoming King Preston White celebrate at UK football game

UK 2021 Homecoming Royalty Crowned

By Grace Colville Oct 9, 2021

The UK Homecoming King (Lewis Honors College student Preston White) and Queen were announced at Saturday night's football game against Louisiana State University.

This Friday, the University of Kentucky Alumni Association will honor 27 former students for their meaningful contributions to the Commonwealth, nation and the world. The Hall of Distinguished Alumni induction ceremony is held every five years.

27 to be Inducted Into UK Hall of Distinguished Alumni

By Jenny Wells-Hosley and Meredith Weber Sep 28, 2021

The recognition ceremony will take place this Friday, Oct. 1, at the Gatton Student Center including UK Honors alum James C. Duff '75.

Chris Arnade hopes to provide the UK community with perspective and parallels when sharing about his experiences with some of the nation’s more underprivileged populations

‘Poverty, Faith, and McDonald's’: Lewis Honors College Speaker Series Welcomes Chris Arnade

By Meghan Arrell Sep 13, 2021

The in-person event will take place 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, in the Lewis Honors College Scholars Lounge. It is open to the entire UK community.

2021-2022 UK Undergraduate Research Ambassadors

23 Students Selected for Undergraduate Research Ambassador Program

By Jesi Jones-Bowman Sep 9, 2021

The student leaders’ goal is to make undergraduate research more accessible. Ambassadors will promote undergraduate research involvement and opportunities through student outreach and program events.

Lewis Honors College Announces Speaker Series Slate for 2021-22

Sep 2, 2021

Each year, through its Lewis Honors College Speaker Series, the Lewis Honors College hosts multiple speakers on a range of topics to enrich the UK Honors experience. This year, the Lewis Honors College Speaker Series presents four speakers: Chris Arnade, Jonathan Haidt, Bill Kauffman and Derek Anderson.

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