Mission

The mission of the Chellgren Center for Undergraduate Excellence is to advance the University of Kentucky's commitment to three broad areas: Student Excellence, Teaching Excellence, and Program Excellence. The ultimate goal is for the University to be nationally recognized as a beacon of undergraduate excellence. The Chellgren Center contributes to that goal by raising aspirations of UK students; assisting students in realizing their highest academic potential; inspiring progressive reform and innovation in teaching, learning, and curriculum development; and fostering creative and productive collaborations across the many programs and departments engaged in the undergraduate mission.

From a Fellow

"This program ornamented my college experience through various activities such as collaborating with a professor in a chemistry project, traveling to Taft museum and orchestra, and presenting at NCUR. Moreover, the program helped me to become a competitive applicant for combined MD/PhD programs. I am very grateful for the opportunity to have participated in an enriching program."

- Ese Ighodaro, 2008 Fellow