Origins of the Social Impact Initiative
Famous American anthropologist Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, organized citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” …
Fox 13’s The Place: Meet the new Miss Utah! Check out her impressive career and charity work
We got to meet Dexonna Talbot of Spanish Fork, who just one week ago was crowned Miss Utah 2019, walking away with $11,100 of the $65,000 awarded in scholarships. She’s …
Good Things Utah: Meet Miss Utah 2019
Less than 48 hours ago Dexonna Talbot was crowned the new Miss Utah 2019. She joined us in the studio this morning for her very first live TV appearance since …
UServeUtah Guest Post: Get Out & Serve!
In December 2018, Miss Utah Jesse Craig wrote a guest blog for Userve.utah.gov. Read an excerpt below: Growing up, my favorite tradition around the holiday season was “The Twelve Days …
November Recap as Miss Utah 2018
November is the month of gratitude and I have so much to be thankful for as Miss Utah 2018. I have supportive board members, devoted and wonderful sponsors, sister queens, …
October Recap as Miss Utah 2018
October 2018 has been a BLAST as Miss Utah. Halloween is one of my favorite holidays and so celebrating this spooky season through volunteerism has been so much fun. Here’s …
The Making of “Get Up and Serve”
The Miss America organization helped me to truly appreciate service but it wasn’t always my platform. Initially, I had a different platform issue. I went from school to school presenting …
Miss Spanish Fork and Miss Timpanogos Win Night Three Preliminary Awards
Miss Spanish Fork and Miss Timpanogos received preliminary awards for the highest scores in the Lifestyle and Fitness in Swimsuit and Talent competitions during the third night of The Miss Utah …
Dear Five-Year-Old JessiKate
Dear 5-year-old JessiKate, I want you to think, what are you doing that makes you happy? I know that music has been a big part of your life for two …
Finding Personal Value Through the Miss America Organization
One of the most impactful and unique aspects of the Miss America Organization is the platform. Each young woman chooses a social issue or passion close to her heart and …