UROP Leader Information Submission: Submission #313

First Name: Raven 
Last Name: Gadson
Full name as you would like it to appear on the website: Raven Alise Gadson
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Hometown, State, and Country (ex: Tallahassee, FL, USA): Fort Myers, FL, USA 
FSU email : rag22k@fsu.edu 
Please check this box if you are willing to be contacted by students interested in UROP: No
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Major(s): IMS Clinical Professions 
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Graduation Semester and Year (ex: Fall, 2022): Spring 2027
What is your current research focus?:
None 

Are there any other research related activities you participate(d) in?:
None 

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 at Florida State University, I hope to create a supportive and engaging environment where students feel confident exploring research for the first time. I want to help students understand that research is not just about getting the “right” answer, but about asking meaningful questions, thinking critically, and growing through the process.
I aim to make research feel approachable by breaking down complex concepts and connecting them to real-world applications, especially in health and human development. I also hope to mentor students in developing essential skills such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving, which will benefit them beyond the classroom.
Most importantly, I want my students to leave the program feeling more confident in their abilities and more curious about the world around them. Whether they continue in research or pursue other paths, I hope their experience in UROP empowers them to seek out opportunities, advocate for themselves, and believe in their potential.

Please list any other hobbies or interests you would like to share:
The Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated 
Phi Delta Epsilon 
Working out 
Hot Pilates 
Going on walks 
Cooking 

Headshot: https://cre.fsu.edu/system/files/webform/urop_leaders_information/22314/IMG_0089%202.JPG
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2026Year2026: 2026
Approved: No
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Years as a UROP Leader: 2024-2025 and 2025-2026