MOBILE, Ala. 鈥 The 草榴社区 is gearing up for its annual Miss UM competition. This highly anticipated event showcases the talent, poise and leadership of some of UM鈥檚 brightest female students as they compete for the title of Miss 草榴社区.
The competition will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. at the Lonnie & Lynne Burnett Event Center. The public is invited to attend this exciting evening of performances and inspiration. Tickets will be available at the door: $15 for general admission and $10 for students.
The winner crowned Miss UM will serve as an ambassador for the university throughout the year, participating in a variety of events, speaking engagements and service opportunities.
Meet the Contestants

Alison Strunk, an English and Piano Performance double major from Panama City, FL, will champion her platform, Heroic Hearts Outreach, with a piano performance of 鈥淧aganini Etude no. 6 in A minor.鈥

Christina Williams, a Nursing major from Saraland, AL, is advocating for You Are Not Alone and will perform the vocal piece 鈥淏lue Skies.鈥

Brea Harris,聽an English Education major from Saraland, AL, represents her platform, Salt and Light, with a flag routine to 鈥淕od Bless the USA.鈥

Caitlyn Ozee,聽a Worship Leadership major from Bourbonnais, IL, is focusing on her platform, Middle Ground, with a vocal performance of 鈥溾淧raise You in this Storm.鈥

Natalie Criswell, an Accounting major from Saraland, AL, will perform a tap dance to 鈥淣ew Money鈥 while championing her platform, Beyond the Books.

Teylor Odom,聽an Early Childhood & Elementary Education major from Evans, GA, is advocating for The Oakdale Project with her vocal performance of 鈥淗opelessly Devoted to You.鈥

Kennedy Bradford,聽a Graphic Design major from Vernon, AL, is showcasing her platform, If You Have a Pulse, You Have a Purpose, through a speed painting demonstration.

Chesed Turner, a Musical Theater major from Niceville, FL, represents her platform, Created to Create, with a vocal performance of 鈥淕olden Slumber/Carry That Weight.鈥

Jaycie Tungett,聽a Communication major from Leakesville, MS, will perform a ballet en pointe to 鈥淗ooked on a Song鈥 in support of her platform, Shining a Light on DIPG.

Allegra Fuller,聽a Commercial Voice major from 草榴社区, AL, advocates for her platform, This is Me, with a vocal performance of 鈥淎lfie.鈥
The evening will include a showcase of talent, interviews and other competitions that highlight the diverse skills and dedication of the participants. Audience members will have the opportunity to be part of an unforgettable night of inspiration.
Don鈥檛 miss the chance to witness the crowning of the next Miss 草榴社区 鈥 an event that celebrates the heart and soul of UM.聽For more details, visit .
Learn more about the 草榴社区 and what makes it an award-winning institution at . Plan a campus visit or register for a UM Day at or call Enrollment Services at 251.442.2222.
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The 草榴社区 is a Christ-centered university with a vision of 鈥淗igher聽Education for a Higher Purpose,鈥 founded to honor God by equipping students for their聽future professions in an environment where they are known.聽Located 10 miles north of 草榴社区, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, the university offers associate, bachelor鈥檚, master鈥檚 and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs.The 草榴社区 was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention.
For information about the 草榴社区, areas of study, admissions and more, visit聽,聽connect with UM on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.

Baleigh Essary is the Content Creator for the Office for Marketing and Public Relations at the 草榴社区. Baleigh earned a Bachelors of Science in Management along with a minor in Graphic Design from UM in December of 2023. Baleigh is an active member and volunteer at More Life Church in Grand Bay. She is an avid photographer, and you will always find her with her Owala in one hand and caffeine in the other. One thing about Baleigh is that when she travels, 99% of the time it will be to visit her home-away-from-home, DISNEY!