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# Created User IP address First Name Last Name Full name as you would like it to appear on the website Preferred Pronouns Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA) FSU email Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP LinkedIn URL (optional) Major(s) Minor(s) Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022) What is your current research focus? Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in? Answer one of the following two questions about being a UROP Leader or your UROP background. Please answer the question you selected above in the area provided. Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share Headshot 2025Year2025 Approved Update URL UROP Leaders Years as a UROP Leader Operations
165 Sun, 04/21/2024 - 12:14 AM Anonymous 50.30.177.26 Skylar Ruffner Skylar Ruffner she/her/hers San Clemente, CA smr21e@fsu.edu No Behavioral Neuroscience Chemistry Spring 2025 I have been a part of the Hammock lab, a social and developmental neuroscience research lab, from Summer 2022 - current. We focus on the role of oxytocin in relation to postnatal brain and behavior development via an animal model. I completed my Honors in the Major Thesis project under Dr. Elizabeth Hammock and Alicia Gonzalez. My project focused on the evaluation of oxytocin and touch on neonatal thalamus c-Fos activity in mice. I investigated the role of oxytocin as a modulator of experience-dependent development through social touch circuitry. I plan to continue pursuing research under Dr. Hammock while at FSU. In the future, I hope to study the effects of early life stress on microglia activity and postnatal neural circuitry development. I volunteer within Dr. Lisa Eckel’s Neuroscience Lab, where I perform animal maintenance and care and attend regular lab meetings. The research project I am currently involved in focuses on the role of estrogens on attenuating weight gain in female rats. This lab has provided me with a well-rounded foundation for the experimental process, from both a behavior and brain perspective. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I hope to impact my students as a UROP Leader by conveying the benefits of becoming immersed within research, and by teaching students how to properly get involved without feeling overwhelmed. I want to help guide other undergraduate students in the journey of discovering their research interests, and learning how to navigate the process of searching for and contacting research professors. I want to instill my passion and appreciation for research in other undergraduate students, and convey to them that their research skills will help guide them in all areas of life. Beyond the classroom while at FSU, I was a part of the FSU Women’s Swimming and Diving team (August 2021 - August 2023), in which I competed as a 10-meter platform diver. Additionally, I'm a part of the pre-medical chapter of Phi Delta Epsilon at FSU (FL Zeta), participating in numerous fundraising and volunteering events. In my free time, I love to run, do yoga, and bake, with my specialty being cheesecake. I am currently training for a triathlon, and plan to run in the next Tallahassee Half-Marathon!
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164 Sat, 04/20/2024 - 06:14 PM Anonymous 12.6.60.18 Alyssa Duarte Alyssa Duarte She/her/hers Largo/Saint Petersburg, FL, USA amd22e@fsu.edu Yes Anthropology and Geography Museum Studies Spring, 2026 My primary research focus is in historical archaeology in the Southeastern United States, specifically in plantation archaeology in Louisiana through the Evergreen Plantation Archaeological Survey (EPAS). Currently, I am researching the collected material culture from the site with specific attention to glassware and glass fragments with the aim of reconstructing what life was like for the descendants of enslaved African Americans who continued to live and work on the plantation up until the early 1940s. I also participate in archaeology of the African Diaspora in South America volunteering on the Haciendas of Nasca Archaeological Project creating photogrammetric models of artifacts for public access. Additionally, I have research interests in Andean archaeology and bioarchaeology, and I will be attending an archaeological field school in Huarmey, Peru this summer through the El Campanario Archaeological Project. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP had played an instrumental role in my professional development in the field of archaeology that would not have been probable independently. Through UROP I have established a close relationship with my mentor and graduate students that I have collaborated with and assisted, which has led to the creation of a growing network of professional and personal connections. My mentor assisted me in attending the Society for American Archaeologists Conference where I was given credits for my contribution to our research as a co-author on three papers related to our project. In addition, through UROP I have identified my topic for my honors thesis, allowing me to begin my honors-in-the-major project a year earlier than originally planned. I was also involved in the Anthropology Society at FSU (ASFSU), though stepping back to focus more time on my research projects for the next year. Headshot.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=asSF08MODM4V1elHuSN22WNj4WM7aFI-4fB97moHhzo 2024-2025
163 Sat, 04/20/2024 - 05:49 PM Anonymous 68.63.38.155 Abdullah Ismail Abdullah Ismail He/Him Amman, Jordan aoi21@fsu.edu Yes Finance and Political Science Spring, 2025 While I am a finance major, during the UROP program I assisted in social science research. I worked on a meta-research project that analyzed the peer review process itself, and inquired about researchers' opinions on blind review, a relatively new development in the peer review process world in which the reviewers and the comments on an article submitted to a journal are made public. My research interests are still in the social sciences and humanities, however, I am currently not working on any research projects. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I was very nervous entering college; I was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and came to America and FSU alone. My UROP Leaders did a great job of connecting with us and making the entire experience less daunting. They told us about all the resources FSU offers, and I frequently asked them questions about almost everything related to the college experience. I hope to carry that forward to my UROP section. I aim to be a resource and ease their transition into not only the research world but the college world in general. I also hope to show them how valuable of an opportunity the UROP program is, and encourage them to continue research beyond the program. In my free time I like weightlifting, running, and watching movies. Screenshot 2024-04-20 at 5.48.20 PM.png 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=7xtdnKhX4_-bvyeoFGdHopMM-hZNSXUAkwJpdDDBovY 2024-2025
162 Sat, 04/20/2024 - 03:42 PM Anonymous 173.230.118.170 Robert Wilson Bobby (Robert) Wilson Sarasota, FL, USA rcw22a@fsu.edu Yes Exercise Physiology Spring, 2026 My current research focus is in the health sciences. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? As a UROP Leader, I hope to help students create new connections and find research that interests them. I want to be a mentor for students that helps them grow as individuals and as researchers as well. I enjoy going to the gym, reading, and playing guitar in my free time. IMG_9744.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=tEWxTy59_rOv-H24K39FNfzUCdjbdQCVbS73RFUUM6g 2024-2025
161 Sat, 04/20/2024 - 01:16 PM Anonymous 144.174.210.67 Trisha Bhaskaran Trisha Bhaskaran she/her Orlando, FL, USA tb22m@fsu.edu No Cell and Molecular Neuroscience Spring 2026 During my time as a UROP student, through the use of EEG and MRI technology, my research focus revolved around learning about the human brain and how its biological functions relate to Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? As a UROP Leader, I wish to empower my students to explore their research interests and embark on a journey of self-discovery. UROP taught me that research is more than just a textbook, it is a communicative and collaborative art. I want my students to leave UROP with the passion to learn more and meaningfully apply their knowledge to their community.

I am a member of the Asian American Student Union and their affiliate organizations, and I am a passionate volunteer at the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. _DSC1114.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=FDy8lcqxrJDR2rHpuKT27taLW4bxk55a79ba0k_B_to 2024-2025
160 Sat, 04/20/2024 - 10:45 AM Anonymous 146.113.150.188 Rebecca Chuhak Rebecca Chuhak She/Her Orlando, Florida, USA rmc22@fsu.edu Yes Nutrition and Food Science Russian (Slavic) Studies and Chemistry May, 2026 My current research focus is studying Social Psychology. More specifically, how environmental unpredictability and harshness shape down-stream health outcomes (behavioral, mental, and physical) considering a life history theory perspective. Currently, I am the Co-President of CELLS (Connecting Experimental Labratory and Life Sciences). Here, I help promote undergraduate research in the biomedical, clinical, and social sciences. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I hope to get to know my students, and assist with the process of not only acclimating to life as an undergraduate researcher, but as a student navigating FSU as a whole. Apart from research, I volunteer as a responder with the Medical Response Unit on campus and work as a BSC 2010 Learning Assistant. Outside of school, I like to stay active, visit local coffee shops, listen to music, and watch Seinfeld. IMG_1706.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=T079vlRwo_MEgDBhshc_54Vqq8jVKuMbXxSfzQuxPyY 2024-2025
159 Fri, 04/19/2024 - 03:35 PM Anonymous 71.220.184.29 Ana Pereira Ana Pereira they/them Miami, FL, USA acp21a@fsu.edu Yes Physics Chemistry & Mathematics Spring 2025 Nuclear physics. I'm not entirely sure if I want to pursue experimental or theoretical research, but both are cool to me as of now! I'm pursuing experimental research with FSU's Dr. Vandana Tripathi and theoretical research with Brookhaven National Lab's Dr. Emanuel Chimanski. I've performed research in biological sciences, chemistry, and physics lab at FSU. I'm also a 2024 IDEA Grant recipient for my Summer 2024 work with Dr. Tripathi. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I hope to educate and inspire students about how broad of a spectrum research encompasses, and how research can help them grow academically and personally, even if students decide they don't want to do research long-term! headshot.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=BVTAtHGB3PDMSMZe2rBzRW0XZrbtfa9TwlLBdYLBHa0 2024-2025
158 Fri, 04/19/2024 - 02:57 PM Anonymous 146.201.179.250 Joaquim Ribeiro Joaquim Ribeiro Naples, FL,USA lar22b@fsu.edu Yes https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-ribeiro-1902a428b/ Women Studies, Sociology Anthropology, Religion Spring, 2026 This past year I was involved with historical research under Dr. Andrew Frank, the director of the Indigenous Studies Center here at FSU. The project explored the connection between the Seminole Tribe of Florida's Miss Seminole Pageant and FSU's Homecoming events. I hope to pursue more sociological research in the future, along with a potential independent research study. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I hope to assist in guiding new UROP students through the complicated and potentially overwhelming research process. Made up of mostly freshmen, it can be difficult to adjust to college life and the extracurriculars. With the added stressor of research, a process that most freshmen are unfamiliar with, it can be difficult to manage time and efficiently complete work. Acting as a mentor/facilitator and guide, I hope to make the UROP process easy and comprehensible! IMG_1867.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?token=XzlbS7COBxPPtQcK9Dzc4toUhYf9LxIf5b6CK1CAE5A 2024-2025
157 Fri, 04/19/2024 - 02:27 PM Anonymous 144.174.210.184 Caroline Glock Caroline Glock She/Her Pembroke Pines, Florida, USA cpg22b@fsu.edu Yes Biological Sciences Chemistry Spring 2026 My current research focus is Pre-Service STEM teachers and the educational system. My research looked into the ways that pre-service STEM teachers (PSTs) use talk-moves and vulnerability to connect with other PSTs. This research looks into the community building that takes place with PSTs and how these PSTs can use this community in the real world with students and other teachers. We used video data of interviews and classroom discussions to do Multimodal Discourse Analysis. We believe this research will help future teachers and the educational grow. I am looking into Cancer Research and Diabetes Research. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP is really a special program in which it connects students with research happening here at Florida State University. I was looking for research, and I did not know where to start or who to even ask. Having UROP really helped me find so many professors and research projects that I had no clue existed. During my time in UROP, I found so many new friends and peers that are all so passionate about research. UROP taught me how to speak and communicate in a professional sense. The program opened my eyes to new topics and research fields I didn't know I was interested in. The most important thing UROP gave me was my research mentor. My mentor has become a great friend in which I can have support from and guidance. I am so glad that I applied to UROP. Involvements: Medical Response Unit at FSU, UROP Leader, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Hobbies: Reading and Movies, Running and Exercise, Dancing and Singing, Going to National Parks and Nature Trails

Interests: Music (EDM, pop, rap, and country), My favorite Artists are Dom Dolla, Harry Styles, Zach Bryan, and Taylor Swift :)		 IMG_7564 2 Small.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=oFFO-8vsx4UDTsjJ_QhIGms2ld6te6pKE6QY8NpXQaU 2024-2025
156 Fri, 04/19/2024 - 10:21 AM Anonymous 144.174.210.36 Jackson Steele Jackson Steele He/Him/His Chicago, IL, USA JKS22B@fsu.edu No Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences Clinical Professions December, 2025 I am presently engaged in research with Dr. Taylor Higgins, focusing on gray box modeling for the improved use of the artificial pancreas. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? The Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP) has been immensely beneficial in advancing my academic and research pursuits. It has afforded me substantial hands-on experience and has been instrumental in honing my critical thinking and problem solving abilities. Collaborating closely with professionals in my field has also been a highlight of the program. My UROP experience has truly enhanced my experiences at FSU, contributing significantly to my personal and professional growth. 4512A3ED-6937-4BFA-8A30-40975FA2A97D_0.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=uOX_K6c7J7OSQOwoZNr5_7gStb81W3cs7PvjvMWSueM 2024-2025
155 Thu, 04/18/2024 - 11:09 PM Anonymous 198.90.119.65 Louden Masters Louden Masters she/her Denver, Colorado ljm22c@fsu.edu No Pre-Exercise Physiology on the Pre-Medical Track Biology, Chemistry. Psychology Spring, 2026 The Physiological Effects of Online Dating Applications How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP has impacted my time at FSU in many positive ways. Firstly, it has opened doors for me that I never knew were available. I was unaware that research was even a possibility for me. I have made genuine connections with mentors. Additionally, it has made me a highly competitive candidate for other research opportunities and possible jobs. And finally, this experience provided me with an opportunity to go to a conference in Boston with my mentor to present our research. That is a unique experience that I would've never had the opportunity to explore without this wonderful program. My interests and hobbies include hanging out with my friends and family, hiking, skiing, going to the beach, and running. I am also involved in Phi Delta Epsilon, Kappa Kappa Gamma, and Best Buddies. IMG_3213.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=g3ldlSa_pv_XBq48ZgSgrldxKyc0dNM4pU-eO7VjvFA 2024-2025
153 Thu, 04/18/2024 - 02:50 PM Anonymous 144.174.210.47 Fiona Dininger Fiona Dininger She/Her Orlando, FL, USA fkd22@fsu.edu Yes https://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-dininger-425448263/ Biochemistry Spring, 2026 My current research focus is in exercise science. I work as a research assistant in the Hickner Lab' R01 project investigating the impact of Resistance Training on the Fat Modulation of Post-Menopausal Obese Women. This project is designed to determine the effectiveness of resistance training as a method of improving metabolic flexibility, a key factor in preventing the development of diabetes. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP has impacted my time as FSU by being my bridge into the research community. I joined UROP as a freshman with no research experience, so being able to begin my research journey the moment I set foot on campus with guidance and assistance from the program was very beneficial. UROP has helped me find a research lab doing impactful work on a topic very important to me that I truly love. Additionally, being able to amass research experience so quickly in my undergraduate career has helped me to achieve other research opportunities, such as my internship at the UF Institute for Therapeutic Innovation in summer 2023. Baking, reading, and hiking FD Headshot.PNG 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=OJrbzkGkUDczqVE63RB0l-T6W8hTeIYw4ptMNOTknqM 2024-2025
152 Thu, 04/18/2024 - 01:58 PM Anonymous 69.1.196.121 Lauren Fernández Lauren Fernández She/ her/ hers Miami, FL, USA lkf21@fsu.edu Yes Political Science Philosophy Spring, 2025 When I did UROP, I researched how popular news networks discussed climate change (rhetoric, language, etc.). How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? I hope to be a reliable source of guidance and information for my students throughout their research journey. I love cooking, running, and reading! lkf21@fsu.edu-1baf84f4.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=PJJVAD-a6ggqj066gxaRHf0UamKAlh0wWUzSihv28BI 2024-2025
151 Thu, 04/18/2024 - 10:32 AM Anonymous 104.222.19.33 Jaelyn Rex Jaelyn Rex She/Her St. Cloud, FL jkr22c@fsu.edu Yes Editing, Writing, and Media Sociology Spring 2025 While I am currently not actively involved in research, my participation in the UROP program centered on exploring the postcard archive. Specifically, my project delved into the portrayal of women in postcards, with a particular emphasis on instances of objectification and body-shaming. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? Prior to my enrollment at FSU, I did not plan on conducting research. Nonetheless, UROP catalyzed the expansion of my scholarly horizons. This program has shed light on numerous research opportunities and provided me with an extensive network of connections. D5B34B2B-8F82-4C8A-AD5C-A9B45F71F677.JPEG 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=GH13tlyNBAwClyMRFhmpOdjgPVXDrkHKcf1laHICv8I 2024-2025
150 Wed, 04/17/2024 - 12:51 PM Anonymous 144.174.210.184 Patrick Rote Patrick Rote He/Him Orlando, FL, USA pjr22@fsu.edu No Cell and Molecular Neuroscience Chemistry Summer, 2025 The Molecular Effects of Sleep Deprivation How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? Many people at the start of their college experience have a million and one questions they want to ask. I hope to be a person that my students can rely on and ask those questions. I hope to be a resource that students feel comfortable confiding in and seeking mentorship from. I hope that I can push students to be all they can be and obtain their goals in life. Cooking, Reading, Video Games, Running IMG_0052.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=NOdpFuArNuRqPzzqyiVGhpCKr-vbH0OQxk4vcJBWTUI 2024-2025
149 Wed, 04/17/2024 - 08:05 AM Anonymous 144.174.214.39 Flora Domitrovic Flora Domitrovic she/her Houston, TX, USA fnd22@fsu.edu Yes History Urban and Regional Planning & Spanish Spring 2026 I am working on an Honors in the Major project in History looking at how U.S. federal agencies were one of the first major consumers of geographic information systems (GIS) technologies because of new regulations from the 1970 National Environmental Policy Act. My UROP project at the Florida Resources and Environmental Analysis Center (FREAC) analyzed the relationship between housing type and willingness to evacuate during natural disasters in the Florida Panhandle. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP allowed me to explore fields outside my major, which led to new interests and opportunities! I came to FSU as a History major with an interest and minor in Urban Planning, but through my UROP project at FREAC, I got to work with ArcGIS apps and was exposed to geographic information science. Since then, I've taken classes as a part of FSU's Bachelor's to Master's pathway program in GIS which has opened up a lot of doors for me. I am a part of the FSU Equestrian Club and Her Campus FSU! headshot.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?token=cy63x6ZEAlQzYtufHMvCdtKDA0X6mV79_ki_crIQSBo 2024-2025
148 Tue, 04/16/2024 - 02:09 PM Anonymous 144.174.210.204 Anya Chatani Anya Chatani She/her/hers Jacksonville, FL, USA abc21f@fsu.edu Yes Communication Sciences and Disorders Child development Spring 2025 Currently I am doing research in the field of audiology. We are looking at the impact of multitasking on the auditory pathway. We are doing this by using an EEG along with various hearing tests. When I was in UROP my research project looked at the effects of microstructures on multilingual learners. I have always really enjoyed learning about multilingualism in my field. I also participated in a research project looking at the impact of different types of praise on 1st and 2nd graders. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? UROP has impacted my time at FSU in a variety of ways. For one, UROP truly introduced me to research when I didn't know much about it before. It also helped me realize my passion for research. It also helped me learn how to present in a public place to people who don't know about my research. The course itself was amazing as I learned a lot about campus resources that I didn't know about before. The course really helped guide us through our research experience. I adored my time in UROP. I love going on adventures whether that be going on a hike, going to the beach, or visiting a cute town. I also really love crocheting, reading, going to the gym, and cooking. IMG_1783.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=DY6Bggyath2ihbuNOCs2_juoVWoJrNEgJwQU7Xe6Q8Y 2024-2025
146 Tue, 04/16/2024 - 12:17 PM Anonymous 144.174.212.44 Barbora Melichova Barbora Melichova she/her/hers Amelia Island, FL, USA bmelichova@fsu.edu Yes https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbora-melichova/ Management Information Systems and Finance Business Analytics Spring, 2026 My current research focus has been on exploring the gap in knowledge of resources for First-Time, First-Generation, and Low-Income students transitioning to higher education. We interview students on campus about the support systems they have most used when coming into FSU as well as some of the greatest struggles and challenges they faced. Then we analyzed the data by grouping them into common themes to see the connections between the students' experiences. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? As a UROP Leader, I hope to be able to provide the support, answers, and learning opportunities for students to explore the world of research and academics during their time here at FSU. My goal will be to provide the information, answers to questions, and resources that will allow students to succeed in their chosen academic field and subjects of research. I also aim to be supportive and able to individualize the support and connections between all of my students within the classroom. I actively enjoy volunteering with farms, rescues, and sanctuaries in the Tallahassee area with the Animal Society. I also play tennis with the FSU Club Tennis Team and go on runs around campus often. When I get the chance, I also love being outdoors in any capacity, whether kayaking, hammocking, swimming, hiking, etc. SocialSpearHeadshotEvent-127.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?token=np2_SxwFUup-TbegCNHDLqhtrk68bzvjNV4ZOnDYjTQ 2023-2024
147 Tue, 04/16/2024 - 12:07 PM Anonymous 107.77.215.139 Ella Scarlett Ella Scarlett Sarasota ecs22f@fsu.edu Yes https://www.linkedin.com/in/ella-scarlett-936b99255/ Political Science Business Spring 2026 As I am in my second year of study in Political Science, my research focus may align with topics within that field. Given my passion for global issues and cultural understanding, I am drawn to research areas such as international relations, comparative politics, or global governance. How has UROP impacted your time at FSU? My involvement in UROP has lead to increased access to experiential learning experiences during my time at FSU. Working with my research mentor has been incredibly enriching, contributing significantly to both my academic journey and personal growth. Additionally, UROP provided an opportunity for me to deepen my connections with peers who share similar academic goals and achievements. ecs22f@fsu.edu-ba17434e.jpg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=LzwnYsuF9pWSUpb6GXIXnNgg-rFM9mEM6nvMg_ipj3c 2023-2024
145 Tue, 04/16/2024 - 12:17 AM Anonymous 153.33.70.26 Nat Nguyen Nathan Nguyen Orlando, FL, USA nn22h@fsu.edu Yes http://www.linkedin.com/in/nathannguyen2024 Biological Science Chemistry Spring, 2026 In my pursuit of a career in healthcare, I am driven by an unwavering commitment to patient well-being, compassionate care, and collaborative excellence. My passion for understanding the complexities of human health fuels my diverse research interests, which span biology, psychology, medicine, and family development. I am deeply motivated to make a positive impact on underserved communities, aspiring to contribute meaningfully to the field of medicine through empathetic and evidence-based practices. I have participated in Children's Miracle Network, Relay for Life, and Light the Night. Previously, I was also a research assistant under Dr. Joanna Wu, contributing to a project titled "Navigating Parenthood: A Daily Affect Study on Parental Mental Health." The study aimed to investigate the correlation between parental mental health, including depression, anxiety disorder, and psychosis as assessed by the SCID score sheet, and its ramifications on child outcomes. How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader? My foremost goal as a UROP Leader is to inspire and empower my students to explore their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and cultivate a lifelong love for learning. I hope to foster an inclusive and supportive environment where students feel encouraged to take intellectual risks, ask thought-provoking questions, and pursue innovative research projects. By providing mentorship, guidance, and resources, I aim to help students realize their full potential and achieve their academic and personal goals. Ultimately, I aspire to cultivate a community of driven and engaged scholars who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make meaningful contributions to their fields and society at large. I enjoy staying involved in various campus organizations, including the Honors Program, Student Government Association, the Asian American Student Union, and serving as a Resident Assistant. I'm passionate about meeting new people from diverse backgrounds and seizing every opportunity to learn and grow. Whether it's through engaging in campus organizations or participating in community events, I thrive on connecting with others and broadening my perspective. In my free time, I also enjoy practicing yoga, photography, exploring new cuisines, and going to brunch with friends. headshot 2.jpeg 2024 Yes https://cre.fsu.edu/urop-leader-information-submission?element_parents=elements/headshot&ajax_form=1&_wrapper_format=drupal_ajax&token=iWm1EUlfjFRBNmcR_SXiRdKwZdHfysvf3geGlstKPCE 2023-2024