UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #219

First Name: Jack
Last Name: Arena
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: Jack Arena
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Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Swedesboro, NJ, USA
FSU email : jrarena@fsu.edu
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: No
LinkedIn URL (optional): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-arena/
Major(s): Chemistry
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Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Spring, 2027
What is your current research focus?:
Last summer, I spent ten weeks at the University of Nebraska investigating microplastics in food packaging. This fall, I plan to build on that experience by joining a research lab in the Department of Chemistry. I’m passionate about exploring how chemistry can positively impact our community.

Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in?:
As Vice President of the FSU American Chemical Society chapter, I help organize faculty presentations to help students discover and pursue research opportunities in chemistry.

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.:
As a UROP Leader, my goal is to serve as a resource for my students. Many participants are first‑year students new to the college experience. I aim to provide the connections and insights they need to thrive in both research and their time at FSU.

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
As Vice Chair of the Campus Recreation Board, I stay busy advocating for our facilities and programs. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities such as running, biking, hiking, and scenic drives. I have played tennis since I was five and still pick up a racket regularly. I also enjoy listening to all types of music, watching classic films, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/19301/jack-arena-headshot.jpg
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2025Year2025: 2025
Approved: No
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2025-2026