Morgan Crowned Lee Miss Parade of Favorites

Emma Grace Morgan, senior middle grades education major, was named Miss Parade of Favorites (POF) on Friday, Oct. 25, at Lee University's annual student-led showcase, featuring representatives from nine different student organizations.

Morgan represented Theta Delta Kappa and her escort for the night was Daniel Motter. In addition to the title of Miss POF, she also won this year's Talent Award for her archery performance.

"Being crowned Miss Parade of Favorites still feels unreal," said Morgan. "I am beyond honored and grateful to represent Lee University in this way. The POF crown represents not just a title but love, faith, and resilience."

Marie Sloane was the first runner-up and represented Sigma Nu Sigma. She was escorted by Andrew Creel.

Avery Stenzel, second runner-up, represented Delta Zeta Tau and was escorted by Grady Gammon.

Omega Alpha Phi representative Lauren Miller was third runner-up. She was escorted by Caleb Grow.

Kiera Colson, Pi Kappa Pi representative and winner of the evening's Service Award, was also the recipient of the Kay McDaniel Woman of Achievement Award. This award is given to the contestant who has been an overcomer despite life's obstacles. Her escort was Antonio Venegas.

Nick Fuller, Kenadi Morgan's escort, won the Escort of the Year Award.

Additional awards included Ms. Congeniality, won by Kenadi Morgan, and the Interview Award, given to Grayson Cook.

The annual POF showcase features representatives who are selected to compete on behalf of various campus clubs. This year's theme was "Olympics," inspired by the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics and the Olympic motto, "Faster, Higher, Stronger - Together." Raylee Evans, senior public relations major, directed the event.

To view a recording of POF, visit leeu.live.