She likes pageants because they give her the opportunity to be more aware of events and to work on her talent.Ĭontestants in the Miss Utah Valley Pageant will compete in four areas: Eveningwear, Talent, Physical Fitness and Personal Interview. She has enjoyed working with the women in this pageant and has previously competed in Junior Miss and American Legion pageants. Although pageants take a lot of work, she enjoys competing in them. “It’s something you prepare for your whole life,” Denos said.Įxercise and learning current events helps to prepare for pageants, Denos said. She said that pageants are not something that you can prepare for easily and that being succesful depends on having a focus and an aim in life.
She also concentrates on posture and on appearing confident while answering questions.ĭenos has competed in Junior Miss Pageants before. The personal interview area of the pageant may cover many topics, and knowing current events is vital, Warehime said. In addition to the practices every Saturday, she has spent time keeping current on events and searching for clothing for the pageant and fashion show. Warehime has spent several hours each week in preparation for the pageant. “It builds you up (and) helps you decide what you want to do.” “It’s something I’ve always wanted to do,” Warheime said. Raya Warehime, Kami Stallings, Shannon Vance, Jaime Denos, Elizabeth Shore and Lila Lee are BYU students participating in the pageant. Each of the contestents selected the clothing they will model to reflect their personal style and personality. The fashion show spotlights all 15 of the pageant contestants and showcases clothing from retail sponsors. She has danced competitively for 15 years.Six BYU students will model in a fashion show tonight to support the Miss Utah Valley Pageant. Swauger was a majorette for four years and a cheerleader for three years. Swauger plans study occupational therapy at The Ohio State University. She maintained honor roll status and earned a 3.9 grade-point average. Swauger, 18, is a 2021 graduate from Niles McKinley, where she was involved in many clubs, including National Honor Society, Students for the Environment, Future Educators of America and Spanish Club.She said she chose to compete in the pageant as an opportunity to represent Niles and meet new people. Lowe likes to travel and learn about science and random trivia. Lowe, 15, will be a sophomore at Niles McKinley.In 2018, Lehman was first runner-up in the Junior Miss division and won Miss Congeniality. She also helps with vacation Bible school at St.
She will play flute with the concert band at the close of the football season.