UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #217

First Name: Kayla
Last Name: Berge
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: Kayla Berge
Preferred Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Miami, FL, USA
FSU email : kmb23i@fsu.edu
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: Yes
LinkedIn URL (optional): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-berge/
Major(s): Criminology and Psychology
Minor(s): Crime Scene Investigation and Public Administration 
Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Spring, 2027
What is your current research focus?:
During my time in UROP, I conducted research alongside Dr. Keller Sheppard within the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Our research, which I am still working on now is a systematic review on the strengths, limitations, and the future of national data sources for research surrounding assaults on the police. 

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 has UROP impacted your time at FSU?
Please answer the question you selected above in the area provided.:
UROP has allowed me to feel a lot more involved on campus and all that it has to offer. Between the colloquium, assistantship, and symposium, there are so many opportunities to meet people who share my love of research. UROP helped me make numerous connections, led to an internship opportunity, and provided me with valuable experience. Even after UROP ended, I continued working on my research project and built a great relationship with my mentor and professor. I am so grateful for everything that UROP had to offer. 

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
I am a part of the Lambda Alpha Epsilon Criminology Fraternity, I play the violin, I love sports like football and volleyball, and I am a barista at Calvin's Coffee House here on campus!!

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/19291/20241117_164705_082AFC.JPEG
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2025Year2025: 2025
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2025-2026