Miss United Nations USA: Miss UN Miss Asia Utah 2012 in Review

The following media materials are a compilation of news, blog entries and feeds in relation to Miss UN USA and Miss Asia Utah 2012 Pageant.

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By Aesthetic Squared

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Pageant Night

Last Saturday’s (November 3rd)Ms United Nations and Ms. Asia pageant was a show to remember. First and foremost, I would like to congratulate the dynamic trio of Agnes Higley, Eunice Jones and Dana Rossi for producing a very successful show. Organizing such a pageant participated by relatively large number of candidates entail a long to-do list and manpower to carryout a well-coordinated event. From recruiting, campaigns, promotion, training of candidates, generating funds to rehearsals, I just can imagine how the three breathed a good sigh of relief, now that this year’s pageant is finally over. These three ladies did bring beauty pageants in Utah to a whole new level!

To all the candidates, you all are winners! Thank you for showing your heritage to Utah, and your courage for speaking out on issues the world faces today. What can be better than hearing those profound and significant views from young, talented, beautiful and elegant ladies as you all are! I would listen to you more than that guy at the White House. Pun intended.

MISS INDIA BONEETA KAUR, MS. ASIA UTAH 2012

Miss India was a charm on stage. She was graceful, eloquent and smart.

Boneeta hopes that her participation in the pageant would help inspire young girls reach their dreams and rise above the stereotype perception on women. On her platform delivery, she concluded, “It is your determination and perseverance that helps you achieve your dreams, not your gender.”

Boneeta also garnered Best in Interview and was proclaimed Miss Friendship.

With 1st runner-up Sindee Ngo and 2nd runner-up Linda Ng

MISS PHILIPPINES ANDREA SOLETA, MS UNITED NATIONS USA

Andrea is one beautiful girl and doesn’t seem to know it. She has what every pageant recruiter is looking for – natural and fresh. On stage, she was graceful and had a playful spirit in her.

Andrea related how she’d been discouraged to join the contest. This instead ignited her spirit to try her chance in the pageant. Andrea strongly believes that no person is less than the other. Each one is important and is capable of reaching his/her highest potential.

Andrea also garnered Best in Gown award, Most Voted Fan Page and Best in Talent.

With runner-ups Miss Liberia Fredrica Gwyan (4^th), Miss Russia Natalia Koshkina (3^rd),Miss Nigeria Nancy Ovouba (2^nd) and

Miss Brazil Lyssa Melo (1^st)

MISS NIGERIA NANCY OVOUBA, BEST in INTERVIEW

Other than placing 2^nd in MISS UN, Nancy Ovouba won Best in Interview. Nancy also impressed the audience with heartfelt platform on addressing hunger in the world.

In her own little way, Nancy aims to bring the world to the dinner table, unite the nations through food. In her platform delivery, she stated:

“Think of a time you were hungry, truly hungry. Maybe you skipped a meal because you were running late so you were experiencing that grumpy stomach feeling. Remember how debilitating that feeling was. Can you recall all the things you tried to accomplish but didn't have the focus? Maybe you're like me who turn into a bit of a hungry monster blowing fire until food can cool your burning pit. We were the lucky few to be able to take a lunch break or send for food to get our minds back on track. Many children and families here in the US and all over the world feel that same hole in their stomachs but have no idea when or if their next meal is coming to relieve their starvation. The children, if deprived from this basic necessity, can create a dramatic crippling effect, not only on their own future but to ours as well. That is the very reason my platform means so much to me!” http://www.gofundme.com/Miss-Nigeria

I can talk nineteen to the dozen about the event, but pictures are always more fun! So here we go ...

Ms UN Best in Cultural Attire, Miss Samoa

Miss Asia Best Talent

Linda Ng, beating the drums with all her might

BEFORE THE SHOW

AFTER THE SHOW

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S ! ! ! Let's do this again (=!

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PRESS RELEASE

Teens Compete in Multicultural Beauty Pageant

Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. UN pageant announces its coronation night on November 3rd, 6pm, Kearns High School, Utah. In a multicultural theme, twenty-five teens will compete for the titles. Tickets are sold at $15. Info at www.missunpageant.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) - Sep 27, 2012 -
Twenty-five beautiful young Utahns will hit the runway November 3rd to represent their countries of origin, vying for the titles as this year’s Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations USA. The multicultural pageant will be held at 6pm at Kearns High School Auditorium, 5525 Cougar Lane, Kearns, Utah.

“The candidates have been busy preparing for the pageant over the past few months. In addition to rehearsing for the pageant, the girls attended intensive workshops in public speaking, interview skills, poise and catwalk techniques”, says Agnes Higley, pageant director. “With the relentless support and talent of our choreographer, Dana Rossi Palmer and organization president, Eunice Jones, the pageant will showcase participating cultures in style”, adds Higley.

The pageant will consist of three categories: talent, evening gown and interview. One of the highlights of the show will be the parade of candidates in their cultural attires, followed by a dance number. Outgoing Ms. Asia Utah, Nilufar Sherzod and outgoing Ms. United Nations, Maria Jose Turitich Asuncion, along with other professional performers will join the center stage to grace the show. A scholarship grant will be awarded to the crowned Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations USA 2012. Czarina Trinidad will host this year’s beauty pageant.

Ms. Utah Asia and Ms. United Nations USA pageant is produced and sponsored by USAsia Rising Star productions, a local event production company. The pageant is one of the company’s annual projects to provide venues for local talent hone their skills and promote cultural appreciation and unity at the same time. For more information on USAsia Rising Star, visit http://www.usasiarisingstar.com.

Tickets to the event are $15.00 and will be drawn at the pageant night for a free IPAD. Tickets are now available for purchase at www.missunpageant.com.

Ms UN Candidates (not in in group photo)

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PRESENTATION NIGHT

Some people say that women are competitive by nature like contenders out staging each other on the catwalk – like in a beauty pageant. Here in Utah, many beauty pageants are more than just a fashion show. Pageantry has become a popular method to promote a cause and venue for young women to get involved in their community.

Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations are one of these pageants. Young girls are given the opportunity to show their cultural roots and promote social awareness on cultural diversity in the community. Hopeful candidates also compete not only for the honor of winning the title but to also earn scholarship awards for college. Alisha Lee, reigning Ms. Legacy, eloquently pronounced that beauty pageants are rather a “celebration of beauty”, where women are given the opportunity to show the best version of themselves. She added that women should really not compete but aim at achieving their fullest potential.

Reigning Queens Platform

I had the opportunity to not only witness diverse beauties but also listen to eloquent young women at the Ms. Asia Utah and Ms. United Nations Presentation Night held at Red Lion Hotel.

Nilufar Sherzod

Reigning Miss Asia Utah and former Ms. United Nations, Nilufar Sherzod, articulated her platform on peace in the community amidst the issue on terrorism that puts the Muslim community in a bad light. This beauty from Tajikistan believes that education is essential in bringing people together in peace, regardless of race, color and religion. Nilufar just presented a timely reminder as the nation this year marked the 11th anniversary of the day terrorists attacked the twin towers of Manhattan's World Trade Center.

Maria Jose Turitich Asuncion

Another beauty, this year’s Ms. United Nations, Maria Jose Turitich Asuncion of Paraguay origin voiced her platform on the empowerment of young women. Raised by a single mother, Maria strongly believes in education. Maria stressed that her mother fought hard in life and never lost her desire to learn. She also expressed her deep admiration for her grandmother as she quoted her to be a great example of service.

Aside from her profound statement on beauty pageants, Alisha Lee, reigning Ms. Legacy, advocates against domestic violence. In a little chat with her, she said that she actively participates in initiatives to empower women.

Alisha Lee

Alisha, Nilufar and Maria are your typical beauty queens– beautiful, witty and confident. At the same time, they are extraordinary young women who through their appearances and active participation in community programs, inspire and motivate young women achieve their best and be an asset and pride to their community. Their beauties will surely go far!

To grace the show, Nilufar and Maria wowed the audience with their cultural dance presentation. The pageant night for both titles will be held on November 3rd at the Kearns High School Auditorium. Details later.

The Candidates for Ms. United Nations 2012