GradResearch Live! Happening Tomorrow
Watch your peers take the stage at UK’s live research showcase Nov. 5 at 5 p.m. in the Esports Theater at The Cornerstone
In just three minutes and one slide, finalists will compete to explain their research in an engaging way. Join us and cheer on the finalists.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top competitors, including a People’s Choice Award – your vote counts! The overall winner advances to the regional 3MT competition to represent UK.
IMPORTANT DATES
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Nov. 3-25: Priority Registration for Winter 2025 and Spring 2026.
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Nov. 26-29: Holiday – Thanksgiving Break
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Dec. 4: Final Exam deadline for December 2025 graduate degree candidates. Last possible day to sit for a final exam. All final exam scheduling requests must be submitted through The Graduate School website at least two weeks ahead of the exam date (Nov. 20 is the scheduling deadline).
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
PERK Graduate Student Seed Grants
Deadline: Friday, Nov. 7
Apply for up to $3,000 in one-time funding through the Promoting Excellence in Research for Kentucky (PERK) grant program to support your research or creative project that advances the Commonwealth.
Paid Summer Graduate Fellowship
Deadline Nov. 30
The Universities Research Association (URA) is offering paid 2026 Summer Fellowships f at Sandia National Laboratories. These fellowships provide valuable STEM research experience for full-time master’s and doctoral students who are U.S. citizens.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Careers in Research and Development
Nov. 5 | 1 p.m. | Zoom
Join Dr. Abbie Wood, your graduate career advisor at the UK Stuckert Career Center, for an insider’s look into the world of research and development careers. You’ll gain insights into various career paths; learn skills needed to thrive and discuss strategies for getting ahead in your career journey.
Beyond Graduate School Webinars
Nov. 5 and Nov. 19
Explore career paths inside and outside of academia plus join job search strategy webinars like “Mistakes You’re Probably Making on LinkedIn” (Nov. 5) and “How to Ask Your Boss for a Raise” (Nov. 19). Events are free for UK students.
RESEARCH and TEACHING
UK Research Events
Explore UK Research’s upcoming events and connect with the research community. From research lecture series to symposiums – see which events fit your schedule.
Gray Literature for Systematic Reviews
Nov. 6 | Noon | Online
UK Libraries Medical Center Library Research Workshop Series presents: “Lost in Gray: Gray Literature for Systematic Reviews.” Join UK Libraries online Thursday, Nov. 6 at 12 p.m. to learn how to identify different types of gray literature and how they can be used in evidence synthesis projects.
PhD Students: Teach at BCTC!
Nov. 20, Noon | Zoom
Interact directly with BCTC leadership to learn about teaching opportunities that you can pursue here in Lexington during your Ph.D. training (to boost your teaching skills and portfolio!), as well as what it takes to start a career at a local community college. The session will be broadcast via Zoom. Registration is required and closes on Nov.18 at midnight.
HEALTH, WELLNESS and WELL-BEING
Connect with Communi-Tea
Drop in for a cup of tea or coffee, community, support, and conversation about the unique experiences of graduate and professional students. The Graduate and Professional Student Support Group meets on Fridays from 1-2 p.m. in C330 Gatton Student Center (3rd floor, East Wing). No appointment required.
Need Help? Know The Services!
Graduate students have access to helpful resources to navigate difficult times. Services can help with referrals and provide resources to help alleviate various needs. These services are at no charge to students. Information on services such as Basic Needs, the Center for Support and Intervention (CSI), Triage, Referral, Assistance, and Crisis Support (TRACS), UK Counseling, and telecounseling options, with easy access to our Get Help Form, can be found in this presentation.
Basic Needs Resources
CAMPUS LIFE AND COMMUNITY
Observatory Sky Talk
Nov. 13
Join the MacAdam Student Observatory for this month’s presentation followed by telescope viewing (weather permitting). This month’s talk, “Science in Art, Science as Art” will discuss how the science of astronomy and artistry are related. Open to all UK students and astronomy fans of any age!