Sophomore Caitlin Brunell crowned Miss UA 2012
Miss UA shown with runners-up (left ro right): Julie Meeks, Aarendy Gomez Rafael, Miss UA Caitlin Brunell, Katherine Kelley and Faith Whigham. (Megan Lambert/Die Kuh Dreams)--
sophomore dance major
Caitlin Brunell
was recently crowned 2012 Miss UA at the Bama Theatre in downtown Tuscaloosa.
The Morristown, N.J., native won the competition among a field of 18 contestants. She will represent the University in the Miss Alabama competition June 6-9 in Birmingham. The winner of the state title will compete in Las Vegas for the title of Miss America.
The four runners-up in the competition included:
- 1st runner-up Aarendy Gomez Rafael of Centreville
- 2nd runner-up Julie Meeks of Tuscaloosa
- 3rd runner-up Katherine Kelley of Madisonville, Ky.
- 4th runner-up Faith Whigham of Millry
The Spirit of Alabama award, chosen by the selection panel following the private interview phase of the competition, was presented to Julie Meeks of Tuscaloosa. The award is given based on dedication to, and knowledge of, the university, character, passion for community service and being a proven role model.
The Spirit of Friendship Award, sponsored by Pageantry Magazine and voted on by the contestants, was awarded to Monica Edwards of Marion. The talent winner was Julie Meeks, and the swimsuit winner was Aarendy Gomez Rafael.
For more information regarding the Miss UA Program, or to schedule an appearance by Miss UA at a school function, civic club, fundraiser or other event, contact Carol Wright, director of the Miss UA Program, at (205) 454-8622.
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