University of Alabama Students Compete for Miss Alabama Title

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Ten students from the University of Alabama will participate in the Miss Alabama pageant at Samford University. A total of 43 contestants will showcase their talents and commitment to community service. Participants will be judged on various categories, including interviews, talent performances, and community initiatives. The winner will represent Alabama at the Miss America pageant, following last year’s titleholder who gained national recognition. The Miss UA program has been recognized as the ‘Best Large School Program,’ highlighting the quality and dedication of its participants.

Birmingham, Alabama – Ten students from the University of Alabama (UA) are set to compete for the coveted title of Miss Alabama from June 23-28 at Samford University in Birmingham. This year’s competition will see a total of 43 contestants vie for the title, showcasing their talents and commitment to community service.

Contestants will be evaluated across several categories including interview skills, talent performances, evening gown presentations, health and fitness assessments, and on-stage questions. Each contestant also brings a unique community service initiative that they support as part of their title. This aspect emphasizes the dedication of the participants to making positive changes in society.

The winner of the Miss Alabama pageant will go on to represent the state at the prestigious Miss America pageant scheduled for September. Last year’s Miss Alabama, Abbie Stockard, achieved national recognition by being crowned Miss America in January 2023, showcasing the potential impact and visibility that comes with the title.

The Miss UA program has received significant recognition, earning the title of “Best Large School Program” from the Miss Alabama organization, reflecting the high caliber of the participants and organizational support at the university.

Participating Contestants and Their Initiatives

The following contestants from the University of Alabama will be competing:

Miss Phenix City
- Hometown: Birmingham
- Talent: Jazz ballet en pointe to “Get Lost”
- Community Service Initiative: Hannah’s Hope – Finding a Cure for Pediatric Cancer
Miss Historic Springville
- Hometown: Valley
- Talent: Lyrical dance to “What the World Needs Now is Love”
- Community Service Initiative: Champions SERVE
Miss Eastern Shore
- Hometown: Grand Blanc, Michigan
- Talent: Baton performance to “Thunderstruck”
- Community Service Initiative: Start Heart Smart
Miss Autauga County Fair
- Hometown: Arab
- Talent: Tap dance to “Boogie Shoes”
- Community Service Initiative: Giver of Blood, Giver of Life
Miss Mobile Bay
- Hometown: Dadeville
- Talent: Baton routine to “Last Dance”
- Community Service Initiative: Live with a Passion for Compassion – Bullying Prevention
Miss Trussville
- Hometown: Trussville
- Talent: Lyrical dance to “One Moment in Time”
- Community Service Initiative: Reagan’s Rally – Encourage to S.E.R.V.E.
Miss Tuscaloosa
- Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
- Talent: Vocal performance of “I’m Every Woman”
- Community Service Initiative: #SAM – Small Acts Matter: Encouraging Tangible Change
Miss Hidden River
- Hometown: Cullman
- Talent: Latin jazz dance to “Bailar/Mi Gente”
- Community Service Initiative: Bridging the Gap – Inspiring Latina Generational Transformation
Miss University of Alabama
- Hometown: Panama City, Florida
- Talent: Vocal performance of “I Dreamed a Dream”
- Community Service Initiative: Many Mini Musicians – Answering the Needs of Your Community
Miss Birmingham
- Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky
- Talent: Gymnastics routine to “Ease on Down the Road”
- Community Service Initiative: Special Olympics – Deleting the “Dis” in Disabled

About the Miss Alabama Organization

The Miss Alabama organization is dedicated to educating young women in Alabama and providing them with scholarships for further education. The state title for Miss Alabama comes with a substantial cash scholarship of $15,000, in addition to numerous in-kind scholarships, sponsor gifts, and various services that support the contestants’ futures.

This competition not only highlights the talents of these young women but also emphasizes their commitment to community service initiatives and personal development, making the Miss Alabama pageant a significant event in the state’s cultural landscape.

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