UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #188

First Name: Maria
Last Name: Penalver
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: Maria Penalver
Preferred Pronouns: she/her
Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
FSU email : mp22bb@fsu.edu
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: Yes
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Major(s): Computer Science
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Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Fall 2026
What is your current research focus?:
I was involved last year in a research study exploring intersectional barriers that LGBTQ+ students of color experienced in K-12. After changing my major to Computer Science, I'm looking to get involved in research regarding Artificial Intelligence. 

Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in?:
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Answer one of the following two questions about being a UROP Leader or your UROP background. : How do you hope to impact your students as a UROP Leader?
Please answer the question you selected above in the area provided.:
I hope to aid my students in fostering a love for research, as well as providing overall support in their college experience. In addition to providing guidance regarding research practices and scientific research, I want to help my students with other professional aspects like networking, public speaking, and extracurricular involvement. 

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
I'm a photographer, and I love playing guitar, piano, and drums. I also love snowboarding and spending time with friends. 

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/13781/IMG_0073%20%281%29_0.jpg
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2025Year2025: 2024
Approved: Yes
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2024-2025