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1.) In today's society, women play
prominent roles in business, politics, education, sports,
entertainment, and the arts. What are the two primary
contributions pageants make for today's women?
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Pageants strengthen the leadership skills
necessary to become a highly successful individual in
today's society. In addition, pageants grant a young
woman the opportunity to achieve her full potential
and to reach thousands of people with her knowledge
and sincerity.
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2.) What is the single, most important
message a titleholder can convey?
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Each and every one of us has the power
to change the world. It's a matter of identifying our
strengths and finding the courage to take a stand for
what we believe in.
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3.) Are you currently attending school
or involved in any educational studies? If so, what
are you studying? Where? What are your eventual goals?
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I am a junior at Arizona State University
pursuing a B.S. degree in theater with a minor in psychology.
I plan to continue acting and eventually gain power
behind the camera directing motion pictures.
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4.) Are you currently employed? If
so, what is your occupation?
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Yes, as an actress and model with the
Leighton Agency.
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5.) Name one personal accomplishment
(in addition to being a state titleholder) that makes
you especially proud.
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I created and published the book Ready,
Set, Go for Your Goals. It's my tool to promote the
values I grew up with to counteract the violence plaguing
schools across the nation.
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6.) What have you learned about yourself
during the past year?
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| In the past year I've grown
mentally, emotionally and spiritually. As a leader in
my community, I was inspired to create a motivational
book for children. I've learned the impact my written
and verbal communication has on society. |
| 7.)What is the most daring
or adventurous thing you have done? |
| I delivered a motivational
speech to adolescents in a juvenille detention facility
not knowing how they would react to the message I spoke
about. |
| 8.) Describe what you think
the role of women will be in the 21st century. |
| Women will continue building
on the accomplishments of our predecessors. In the new
millennium, we're already seeing women take the reigns
and becoming leaders in each aspect of society, be it
family life, career, politics, or education. |
| 9) What charity/charities
have you supported with your time and/or resources in
the past? |
| I've written a book on ethnic
diversity and started a mentoring program. I also work
with several food banks and as a spokesperson for the
Cancer Society, the Susan G. Komen Foundation and Chicanos
Por La Causa. |
| 10.) What expression/slogan/motto
best describes your view of life?
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| Making mistakes is where the
true perfection lies. |
| 11.) What is your most treasured
possession? |
| I have a crocheted cross my
great grandmother made for me that is a reminder of the
morals and convictions she instilled in me. |
