Gainesville, FL 32603 | (201) 456-8060 | johngracey@ufl.edu |
linkedin.com/in/johngracey6
Education
University of Florida — Gainesville, FL
B.S. Mathematics, B.S. Statistics, Philosophy Minor
Expected Graduation: May 2027
- GPA: 3.96/4.0
- University Research Scholars Program: Guided research program
offered to the top 2% of each class
Research Experience
Research Volunteer to Dr. Jason Cory Brunson, Lab
for Systems Medicine, University of Florida
March 2024 – Present
- Co-author the statistical analysis R package
ordr to
make 150+ contributions and increase accessibility of geometric data
analysis techniques to researchers across disciplines
- Spend 6–12 hours per week researching statistical methods such as
principal component analysis and factor analysis through a mathematical
theory lens to take a theoretical approach to statistical software
engineering
- Test popular statistics packages in the R language to identify areas
of improvement in code and accessibility
- Produce a 35-page detailed programming tutorial to welcome public
user contributions to the R package
Research Assistant to Dr. Craig Smith, College of
the Arts, University of Florida
January 2024 – May 2024
- Collected and analyzed data on efficacy of various alternative
mental health treatments
- Contributed to research for healthcare startup Control Z
- Developed research models, treatment models, and new possibilities
emerging in the expanding definitions of mental health in the United
States
Publications
- “Writing Recovery Methods for New Ordination Classes” (John Gracey,
Jason Cory Brunson) (In progress, estimated Spring 2026)
- “Tutorial on Factor Analysis and Principal Components Analysis in
Psychometric Research” (Jason Cory Brunson, John Gracey, Cameron Perrin)
(In progress, estimated Spring 2026)
Research Presentations
- “Tidy Geometric Data Analysis in R: Extensions & Applications” —
University of Florida Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2025
- “Tidy & Accessible Geometric Data Analysis in R” — University of
Florida Fall Research Expo, 2024
- “Expanded Mental Healthcare” — University of Florida Spring
Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2024
Awards & Honors
- Sponsored attendee of Columbia University’s GROW Math Conference
(September 2024)
- Paul G. and Harriette C. Franklin Merit Scholarship, $9,000
(September 2024)
- Highest Rank in SCUDEM Differential Equations Modeling Challenge
(December 2023)
- Herbert E. Hussey Scholarship Fund, $20,000 (May 2023)
- Take Stock in Children Scholarship, $20,000 (May 2023)
Relevant Coursework
| Functions of a Complex Variable |
MAA 4402 |
A |
| Real Analysis & Advanced Calculus II |
MAA 4212 |
A |
| Real Analysis & Advanced Calculus I |
MAA 4211 |
A |
| Differential Equations for Physical Scientists and Engineers |
MAP 4305 |
A |
| Regression Analysis |
STA 4210 |
A |
| Abstract Algebra |
MAS 4301 |
A |
| Linear Algebra |
MAS 4105 |
A |
| Elementary Differential Equations |
MAP 2302 |
A |
| Calculus I |
MAC 2311 |
A |
| Calculus II |
MAC 2312 |
A |
| Calculus III |
MAC 2313 |
A |
| Introduction to Computer Science |
COP 1500 |
A |
| Programming with Data in R |
STA 3100 |
A |
Skills
R, LaTeX, Python, Mathematical Modeling, Git/GitHub, Statistical
Analysis, Microsoft Office, Data Collection
Leadership
Vice President — Out in STEM at University of
Florida
April 2025 – Present
- Coordinate social events centered around the queer experience in
STEM fields to build solidarity and community
- Conduct tabling events to promote the organization and network with
other student organizations
President — HOOPZ at University of Florida
April 2025 – Present
- Organize weekly meetings to provide a diverse and inviting space for
college students to destress and connect