Weekly News and Events | November 18, 2024

If you can’t make it home for Thanksgiving or have never experienced a traditional American Thanksgiving, coming up is, the annual Multicultural Student Thanksgiving Dinner will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, in the Gatton Student Center Grand Ballroom. All scholars and families are invited.

It’s FREE, but you need to register at Multicultural Thanksgiving Dinner 2004 Tickets. 

Department News and Events

Special Event

Graduate Corner

PhD Defenses

Graduate Student Important Dates and Deadlines:

• November 23 - Last Day to schedule final exam
• December 5: Last day candidates for a December 2024 degree can sit for a final examination. All scheduling requests must be submitted at least two weeks before the proposed examination date.
• December 13: Last day candidates for a December 2024 degree can submit their thesis/dissertation for formation review to the Graduate School via UKnowledge.
• December 20: December 2024 commencement.
• December 20: Last day for December 2024 degree candidates to submit final revised thesis/dissertation (ETD) to the Graduate School for students who first submitted December 13th.

Fellowship and Funding Opportunities: 

Graduate School Fellowships: Discover and apply for current fellowship openings here.

External Funding: Explore and apply for current external funding Opportunities here..

Kuehne Fellowship

The main purpose of the Biology Department's Kuehne Fund is to provide support for the field work of a graduate student in biology.

The criteria used for the selection of the recipients of the awards includes: 

• The recipients are enrolled in the Biology Graduate Program and in good standing with the Graduate School. - The recipients are doing meritorious work for a thesis.
• The recipients are doing field work in biology. 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for awards up to $1,000.

Application materials are to include:

• A one-page project description
• A detailed budget.

Recipients of the award are required to provide a report of the results of the fieldwork to the GAC. Please contact Dr. Jessica Santollo, Biology DGS, if you have any questions.

Talent Development and Innovation in Sciences (TDIS) 2025 Summer Internship Program

This unique opportunity allows students to work closely with NSF Program Directors on funded projects, explore various STEM career paths, and gain firsthand experience in science policy. Students can access the online application via this link.

Eligibility Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship or national status
• Completion of at least the sophomore year in a STEM major at an accredited college or university
• Graduating seniors must be entering graduate school in the fall



Fall 2024 Career Workshop Series: Navigating Careers Beyond Academia



All workshops will be held via Zoom. Join here.

• December 3, 1-2 PM | Job Searching & Application Materials

Grad News Now! - Graduate School Newsletter

Undergraduate News

Professional Development

CELT Events

Teaching Through Role Play, Monday, November 18, 12-1pm, 502 King Science Library Explore enhancing student engagement through role play. Learn how to select, adapt, and implement role play activities. Register here.

Establishing Classroom Community & Belonging (Graduate Badge Eligible), Tuesday, November 19, 2:30-3:30pm, 502 King Science Library

Discuss strategies to build an inclusive learning environment and foster student participation. Counts for graduate teaching badge. . Register here.

Aligning AI Use with Instructional Goals, Tuesday, November 25, 2-3pm, Zoom

Explore integrating generative AI technology to support your disciplinary and course learning objectives. . Register here.

Research Events: Lunch and Learn Series

All Lunch and Learn workshops are held via Zoom on Wednesdays from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Telling Your Story: How to Advocate for and Communicate about your Research

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Presenter: Eric King (Assistant Vice President for Federal Relations)

Resources and Opportunities at the UK Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCYTS)

Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Presenter: Katherine Hartmann (Director, Center for Clinical and Translational Science)

View the complete Fall 2024 schedule here.

College of A&S Concur Open Lab Schedule:

• Friday, November 22, JSB 361 M, 10 AM - 11 AM
• Friday, November 29, No Concur Open Lab - Happy Thanksgiving!
• Friday, December 6, POT 245, 10 AM - 11 AM 

Scientific Meetings

Upcoming conferences and symposiums: 

The Ninth Cold Spring Harbor: Brain Barriers Conference:

April 8-12, 2025 | 7:30 pm on Tuesday, April 8th | concluding on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Abstract Deadline: January 24, 2025

For more details and to register, please visit the Brain Barriers meeting website.

Job Opportunities

Tufts IRACDA (Institutional Research and Academic Career Development Awards Program)

• Application Deadline: February 1, 2025 (for fall 2024 start)
• Eligibility: U.S. citizens or permanent residents with no more than 2 years of postdoctoral experience
• Inquiries: Tufts IRACDA website

Postdoctoral Research Associate Position in Sex Chromosome Evolution

• Eligibility: US citizens only
• Start Date: Flexible, pending background clearance
• Inquiries: sheina.sim@usda.gov | Full Job Ad

Campus and Lexington Area Events

Whether you're looking to expand your academic knowledge, connect with peers, or simply unwind with some fun activities, the University of Kentucky Campus has something for everyone!

The Bluegrass region of Kentucky offers a rich blend of natural beauty, history, and culture. Whether you're hiking, touring distilleries, or discovering local art, the Bluegrass area has something for everyone.

Beyond Biology: Community Awareness 

Gratitude Turkey Bingo: A Fun Way to De-Stress This Thanksgiving November 19, 2024, 12:00 – 12:30 PM (online)

Feeling stressed this Thanksgiving season? Join us for a special Gratitude Bingo session. In just 30 minutes, you'll have fun playing bingo while learning about the benefits of gratitude. Prizes will be awarded! Take a moment to relax, reflect, and potentially call out BINGO. Register here.



Traveling for Thanksgiving? Consider UK's free regional airport shuttle service.

COVID, Flu Vaccines now available at UK Retail Pharmacies. For additional information regarding the vaccinations available at UK click here.

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