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2011 Miss America
Teresa Scanlan
2011 Miss America
Photo by AP Photo / Julie Jacobson
Jan. 15, 2011
Click here for pictures of the event! The Miss America 2011 pageant is being held January 15, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. For an exclusive event as we will look back through the decades and pay tribute to our great American tradition, while honoring the 44 Miss Americas who have created an unforgettable legacy and will be joining us for the 90th Anniversary.
Join our 53 State Contestants as they prepare for the biggest night of their lives and enjoy a beautiful performance from Miss America 2010 Caressa Cameron.
Quality of Life
Miss Michigan Katie LaRoche has been named the winner of the Quality of Life award. The first runner up was Miss Delaware Kayla Martell and the second runner up was Miss New Jersey Ashleigh Udalovas. All received scholarships in the amount of $6000, $4000 and $2000 respectively.
Quality of Life Finalists
This year’s Quality of Life finalists were announced at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas during the 2011 Miss America Pageant Arrival Ceremony. Before the finalists were announced, the audience was treated to a surprise appearance by Grammy Award-winning group, Boyz II Men, who introduced each contestant to Las Vegas.
The eight finalists and their personal platform issues are:
The eight finalists and their personal platform issues are:
Miss Delaware Kayla Martell - Alopecia Areata Support & Awareness
Miss Florida Jaclyn Raulerson - Stop Bullying Now!
Miss Georgia Christina McCauley - "Let's Get it Straight" - Scoliosis Awareness
Miss Maryland Lindsay Staniszewski - Beyond Beauty: Building Self-Esteem and Positive Body Image in Girls
Miss Michigan Katie Lynn LaRoche - Bringin Awareness to Human Trafficking
Miss Minnesota Kathryn Knuttila - Inspiring America
Miss New Jersey Ashleigh Udalovas - Read to Succeed: Improving America's Future through Literacy
Miss Virginia Caitlin Uze - Uniquely You - Building Positive Self-Image
The winner of the Quality of Life Award will receive a $6,000 scholarship, the first runner-up will win a $4,000 scholarship, and the second runner-up will win a $2,000 scholarship. Winners will be announced at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on January 14 during the 3:00 p.m. (PST) press conference.
Tuesday Prelim Results
Miss North Carolina Adrienne Core was named Tuesday night's preliminary Talent winner for her clogging performance to "Soul Man," during the first night of competition of the 2011 Miss America Pageant. Adrienne will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Also in the spotlight was Miss Hawaii Jalee Fuselier, who was the Tuesday's preliminary Lifestyle and Fitness winner in a black Swim 'n Sport swimsuit. Jalee will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Wednesday Prelim Results
It was a reunion for Miss America winners Katie Stam (2009) and Kirsten Haglund (2008) when they co-hosted the second night of preliminary competition in the 2011 Miss America Pageant with Denver Broncos star Reggie Rivers at Planet Hollywood’s Theater for Performing Arts last night.
Miss Rhode Island Deborah Saint-Vil was named Wednesday night's preliminary Talent winner for her vocal performance of "Smile," during the second night of competition of the 2011 Miss America Pageant. Deborah will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Also in the spotlight was Miss Alabama Ashley Davis, who was the Wednesday preliminary Lifestyle and Fitness winner in a black Swim 'n Sport swimsuit. Ashely will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
More than 40 young Miss Teen America contestants joined forces for an aerobic dance routine that was a smash, high-energy hit, and 15 former Miss Americas from five decades lined up onstage. There will be 48 Miss Americans on Saturday’s show.
Thursday Prelim Results
Miss Nebraska Teresa Scanlan was named Thursday night's preliminary Talent winner for her piano performance of "White Water Chopped Sticks," during the third night of competition. Teresa will receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Also in the spotlight was Miss Oklahoma Emoly West, who was the Thursday preliminary Lifestyle and Fitness winner in a black Swim 'n Sport swimsuit. -Emoly will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Final Results
Teresa Scanlan of Nebraska — just 17 years old — won the 2011 Miss America pageant in Las Vegas on Saturday night.Teresa will be a student at Patrick Henry College. Her scholastic ambition is to attend law school and she ultimately hopes to become a judge and eventually a politician. Along with the title of Miss America 2011, Teresa won a $50,000 scholarship sponsored by Artistry exclusively by Amway to continue her education. For the talent portion of the competition, Teresa performed "White Water Chopped Sticks" on the piano.
The first runner-up was Miss Arkansas Alyse Eady who earned a $25,000 scholarship. Her talent performance was Vocal-Ventriloquism to "I want to be a Cowboy's Sweetheart" and her personal platform is Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
Second runner-up honors and a $20,000 scholarship were awarded to Miss Hawaii Jalee Fuselier. Her talent was a vocal performance to "Feelin' Good," and her personal platform is "Ready for the Real World."
Third runner up honors and a $15,000 scholarship were awarded to Miss Washington Jacquie Brown. Her talent was a vocal performance to "Pappa Was A Rolling Stone," and her personal platform is "Mentoring Positive Influences That Can Change A Life."
And the fourth runner up honors and a $10,000 scholarshlp were awarded to Miss Oklahoma Emoly West. Her talent was a ballet en pointe to "Time," and her personal platform is "Leadership and Character Development."
Miss Texas Ashley Melnick and Miss New York Claire Buffie were dropped when the final 12 were trimmed to 10.
That means the eliminated after the talent portion were Miss Arizona Kathryn Bulkley; Miss California Arianna Afsar; Miss Delaware Kayla Martell; Miss Virginia Caitlin Uze, and Miss Kentucky Djuan Trent.
Also making the semifinals, but eliminated prior to talent were Miss Rhode Island Deborah Saint-Vil, Miss Utah Christina Low, and Miss Oregon Stephenie Steers.
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Alabama
Ashley Davis
of Dothan
Jun. 12, 2010
University of Alabama - Birmingham - Political Science / Public Relations
Vocal
: If I Had My Way by Linda Edder
Marching Toward a Brighter Future for Babies
21,
Second Try
Wed Prelim SS
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Alaska
Abbby Hancock
of Anchorage
Jun. 19, 2010
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Piano
: Bohemian Rhapsody
Raising Global Citizens: The World is our Classroom
23,
Third Try
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Arizona
Kathryn Bulkley
of Mesa
Jun. 19, 2010
University of Arizona
Operatic Vocal
Drowning Prevention Awareness
20,
First Try (AZ Teen America '08)
T 10
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Arkansas
Alyse Eady
of Fort Smith
Jul. 17, 2010
Ouachita Baptist University
Ventriloquism / Vocal
: I Want to be a Cowboy's Sweetheart
Developing Leaders through the Boys and Girls Clubs of America
22,
First Try (AROT '05)
1st RU
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California
Arianna Afsar
of San Diego
Jul. 10, 2010
University of California - Los Angeles
Vocal
: I Who Have Nothing
A Helping Hand for America's Seniors
19,
First Try (CAOT '05, 1st RU Natls '05)
T 10
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Colorado
Melaina Shipwash
of Colorado Springs
Jun. 19, 2010
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs
Tap Dance
: Nine To Five by Dolly Parton
Self Reflection: Eating Disorder Awareness and Education
24,
Third Try
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Connecticut
Brittany Decker
of Bristol
Jun. 26, 2010
Western New England College - Senior, Mass Media Communications
Vocal
: Journey To The Past from Anastasia
One World: Global Awareness for Global Prosperity
21,
Fourth Try
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Delaware
Kayla Martell
of Milford
Jun. 12, 2010
Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY - Education
Contemporary Dance
: The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson
National Alopecia Areata Foundation
21,
Fifth Try
T 10
1st RU Quality of Life, People's Choice Delegate
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District of Columbia
Stephanie Ariel Williams
of Washington DC
Jun. 20, 2010
George Washington University School of Medicine - Second year Grad Student
Popular Vocal
: This Is Mine Now
A Dose of Prevention: Smart Medicine for What Ails America
23,
Second Try
4 Points Scholarship
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Florida
Jaclyn Raulerson
of Plant City
Jul. 10, 2010
University of Central Florida - Junior
Vocal
: I Don't Want To Miss A Thing by Aerosmith
Stop Bullying Now!
19,
Second Try
(5'11)
Quality of Life Finalist
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Georgia
Christina McCauley
of Marietta
Jun. 19, 2010
Birmingham Southern College - BA, Vocal Performance
Opera
: Queen of the Night from The Magic Flute
Let's Get It Straight - Scoliosis Awareness and Support
21,
Fourth Try
Quality of Life Finalist
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Hawai'i
Jalee Kate Fuselier
of Haleivra
Jun. 12, 2010
Hawaii Pacific University - Senior, Int'l Relations / Liberal Arts
Vocal
: Feeling Good
Ready for the Real World
22,
Second Try (HIOT '05)
2nd RU
Tues Prelim SS
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Idaho
Kylie Kofoed
of Eagle
Jun. 12, 2010
Classical Vocal
: Time To Say Goodbye
Strengthening the Family; Family Plus: The Boys and Girls Clubs of America
19,
Second Try
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Illinois
Whitney Thorpe-Klinsky
of New Baden
Jun. 19, 2010
llinois Wesleyan University - Senior, Biology / Psychology / PreMed
Tap Dance
: On The Dance Floor by Will I Am
United: The Miss America Organization & Susan G. Komen for the Cure
22,
First Try (Miss IL Intl '08, IL Teen US '07)
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Indiana
Gabrielle Reed
of Bloomington
Jun. 26, 2010
Indiana University
Vocal
: You'll Never Walk Alone from Carousel
mpowerment From the Start: Communities Preventing Domestic Violence
22,
Second Try
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Iowa
Pauli Mayfield
of Davenport
Jun. 12, 2010
Iowa State University - Graduate, Kinesiology and Health
Vocal
: I Know Where I've Been from Hairspray
Mentoring America's Kids: M.A.K.ing a Difference
24,
Third Try
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Kansas
Lauren Werhan
of Wichita
Jun. 12, 2010
Wichita State University - Strategic communications
Ballet en Pointe
: Asturius by William Joseph
Do the Deed - Deeds of Service
20,
Third Try
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Kentucky
Djuan Keila Trent
of Columbus
Jul. 17, 2010
Berea College - Graduate, Theatre Performance
Vocal
: A Change is Gonna Come by Sam Cook
Homelessness Prevention - A Hand Up, Not a Hand Out
23,
Second Try
T 10
Contestant's Choice Delegate
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Louisiana
Kelsi Crain
of Monroe
Jun. 26, 2010
University of Louisiana - Monroe - Kinesiology, Pre - Physical Therapy
Ballet en Pointe
: God's Victory
Heart for the Arts
20,
First Try
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Maine
Arikka Dyan Knights
of Chester
Jun. 19, 2010
Franklin Pierce College - Graduate, Mass Communications
Tap Dance
: Jumpin' Jack
Connecting the Generations
24,
Second Try
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Maryland
Lindsay Staniszewski
of Edgewater
Jun. 26, 2010
University of Maryland - College Park
Vocal
: Change In Me
Beyond Beauty: Building Self-Esteem and Positive Body Image in Girls
22,
Fourth Try
Quality of Life Finalist
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Massachusetts
Loren Galler Rabinowitz
of Brookline
Jun. 26, 2010
Harvard University - Graduate, English / Premedical Studies
Classical Piano
: The Swan from The Carnival of the Animals
Fighting Childhood Hunger
24,
First Try
CMNH Miracle Maker
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Michigan
Katie LaRoche
of Bay City
Jun. 19, 2010
Michigan State University - BA, Psychology
Contemporary Dance
: Calls Me Home
Raising Awareness of Human Trafficking
23,
Third Try
Winner Quality of Life
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Minnesota
Kathryn Knuttila
of Detroit Lakes
Jun. 19, 2010
McNally Smith College of Music
Piano
: Quintessence - Self Composed
Inspiring America: Crowning the Good in Your Neighborhood
23,
First Try
Quality of Life Finalist
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Mississippi
Sara Beth James
of Madison
Jul. 10, 2010
Mississippi State University - Sophomore
Piano
: Piano Fantasy
Donate Life — Promoting Organ and Tissue Donation
20,
Third Try
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Missouri
Erika Hebron
of O'Fallon
Jun. 12, 2010
Oklahoma City University - Dance Performance / Theater Performance
Lyrical Dance
: I Dream In Color
Asthma Awareness Education
23,
Fourth Try
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Montana
Kacie West
of Kalispell
Jun. 19, 2010
Montana State University - Bozerman - Elementary Education
Vocal
: Don't Rain On My Parade from Funny Girl
Rising Above the Influence: Prevention of Underage Drinking
21,
Second Try
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Nebraska
Teresa Scanlan
of Gerig
Jun. 5, 2010
Scottsbluff High School
Piano
: Whitewater Chopsticks by Calvin Jones
Eating Disorders - A Generation at Risk
17,
First Try
Winner
Thurs PrelimTalent
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Nevada
Cris Crotz
of Mesquite
College of Southern Nevada - English
Popular Vocal
: Alone by Heart
Promoting Cancer Prevention Through Nutrition and Overall Wellness
24,
First Try
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New Hampshire
Krystal Lee Muccioli
of Nashua
May. 1, 2010
University of New Hampshire - Junior, Public Health
Vocal
: Sunny Side of the Street
Volunteerism: Be the Change You Wish to See in the World
20,
First Try
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New Jersey
Ashleigh Udalovas
of Millville
Jun. 19, 2010
Rowan University
Tap Dance
: Star Danza by Tony Mascara Jr
Read to Succeed: Improving America's Future Through Literacy
22,
Fourth Try
2nd RU Quality of Life
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New Mexico
Madison Tabet
of Albuquerque
Point Park University
Jazz Dance
: I'm Gonna Life Till I Die by Queen Latifah
Domestic Violence: The Solution Within
18,
Second Try (NM OT '07)
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New York
Claire Buffie
of New York City
Jun. 26, 2010
Ball State University
Jazz Dance
: Bye Bye Blackbird
Straight for Equality: Lets Talk
24,
Fourth Try
SF
People's Choice Delegate, Top 12
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North Carolina
Adrienne Leigh Core
of Erwin
Jun. 26, 2010
North Carolina State University - Graduate
Contemporary Clogging
: Soul Man
Supporting The V Foundation for Cancer Research
22,
Second Try
Tues Prelim Talent
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North Dakota
Beth Dennison
of Huchinson
Jun. 12, 2010
University of North Dakota
Modern Dance
: by Josh Groban
Leading By Example - A Child's Guide to Becoming a Volunteer
21,
First Try
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Ohio
Becky Minger
of Sylvania
Jun. 19, 2010
Bowling Green State University - BA, Communications
Vocal
: A House is not a Home
Discovering You, Empowering You: A Movement for Youth Development
22,
Fifth Try
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Oklahoma
Emoly West
of Edmond
Jun. 12, 2010
University of Central Oklahoma - Graduate, Fine Arts
Ballet en Pointe
: Time
Leadership and Character Development
24,
Fifth Try
4th RU
Thurs Prelim SS
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Oregon
Stephenie Denise Steers
of Klamath Falls
Jul. 10, 2010
Oregon Institute of Technology
Vocal
: Something To Talk About by Bonnie Raitt
Human Trafficking Awareness
24,
First Try
T 15
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Pennsylvania
Courtney Elizabeth Thomas
of Sigel
Jun. 19, 2010
Drexel University - Senior, Biological Sciences
Electric Fiddle
: Orange Blossom Special
Don't C.O.P.P. Out! - Consequences of Peer Pressure
21,
Fourth Try
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Puerto Rico
Mariselle Morales
of San Juan
Jul. 8, 2010
Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico
Vocal
: If I Don't Have You
Brilliant Futures of America
24,
First Try
(5'8)
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Rhode Island
Deborah Saint-Vil
of Providence
May. 22, 2010
Brown University
Vocal
: Smile by Charlie Chaplin
Mind Power: Ensuring Our Future
22,
Second Try
T 15
Wed Prelim Talent
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South Carolina
Desiree Puglia
of Simpsonville
Jul. 3, 2010
Ashford University
A Cappella Tap Dance
Children's Miracle Network
22,
Fourth Try
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South Dakota
Loren Vaillancourt
of Huron
Jun. 19, 2010
Gymnastics Dance
: Cinema Italiano from Nine
Dangers of Distracted Driving
20,
First Try
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Tennessee
Nicole Jordan
of Cordova
Jun. 19, 2010
University of Alabama - Musical Theater
Vocal
: All By Myself
America's Promise Alliance: Grad Nation and Dropout Prevention
21,
Fourth Try
(5'7)
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Texas
Ashley Melnick
of Southlake
Jul. 2, 2010
Texas Christian University - I Surrender
Vocal
The Voice of Autism
21,
Third Try
SF
Top 12
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Utah
Christina Lowe
of Midway
Jun. 19, 2010
Utah Valley University - Junior, International Relations
Vocal
: Footprints In The Sand
Spectacular Citizenship: It's Time to Give Back
21,
Second Try
T 15
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Vermont
Caroline Bright
of St. Albans
Jun. 5, 2010
Saint Michael's College
Vocal
: Let Yourself Go
Rock the World - Run for Office
20,
Second Try (VT OT '07)
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Virgin Islands
Sheniqua Robinson
of St. Croix
Jun. 19, 2010
University of the Virgin Islands
Lyrical Dance
: Hallelujah by Alexandria Burke
A Movement Toward Better Health
22,
First Try
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Virginia
Caitlin Uze
of Arlington
Jun. 26, 2010
James Madison University
Irish Treble Reel
: River Dance Finale
Uniquely You: Building Positive Self Image
22,
Third Try
T 10
Quality of Life Finalist
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Washington
Jacquie Brown
of Vancouver
Jul. 10, 2010
Clark College
Vocal
: Pappa Was A Rolling Stone by the Temptations
Mentoring: Positive Influences That Can Change a Life
21,
First Try
3rd RU
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West Virginia
Cali Young
of Glen Dale
Jun. 26, 2010
West Liberty University
Jazz Dance
: I've Got 'Cha
Intergenerational Programs: Keeping A Young Connection
24,
Fourth Try
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Wisconsin
Kimberly Brooke Sawyer
of Egg Harbor
Jun. 19, 2010
Saint Norbert College - Graduate, Business Finance
Opera
: by Giacomo Puccini
Service for the Soul
23,
Second Try
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Wyoming
Alicia Grove
of Rock Springs
Jun. 19, 2010
Contemporary Jazz Dance
: Ain't No Sunshine
Embrace Yourself: Women’s Heart Health And Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
23,
First Try
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