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October 31, 2024
SWOSU Press Release
Southwestern Oklahoma State University’s (SWOSU’s) annual Miss SWOSU Scholarship Pageant will take place on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Weatherford Performing Arts Center. The event will begin at 7 p.m., bringing together seven contestants who will compete for the title of Miss SWOSU 2025.
The contestants participating in this year’s pageant include the following:
Gabrielle Clayton–Clinton, OK
Mia Macias–Leedey, OK
Lauren Wicker–Mustang, OK
Maddie Owen–Reydon, OK
Mackenzie Brown–Tecumseh, OK
Jessica Goucher–Waynoka, OK
Sierra Stephens–Weatherford, OK/Mountain View-Gotebo
Phases of competition include Interview, On-Stage Question, Active Wear, Talent, and Evening Gown, where each contestant will showcase her skills and personality.
The current Miss SWOSU, Mackynsie McKedy, will perform during the evening.
Tickets are available in advance for $10 or $5 with a SWOSU ID. All tickets purchased at the door will be priced at $15. Advanced tickets are available from any contestant, the SWOSU Education Center Room 120A, or the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce.
For additional information on the Miss SWOSU Pageant, please contact Co-Directors Ellen Hamburger-Mol and Tia Sauer Blanchard at missswosu@swosu.edu
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