Columbus State University will crown a new Miss CSU Saturday, Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. in University Hall on CSU’s main campus.

“Miss CSU 2017 will serve the campus for the next year and advocate for her platform while representing CSU at campus and community events,” said Melissa Dempsey, director of student life. “She will also compete and represent CSU at Miss Georgia this June.”

Individuals from a variety of majors and with a diverse set of talents make up this year’s competition. They include:

Abby Bradshaw. Abby is a sophomore majoring in communication. Her platform is “Aiding the Generations,” and her talent is singing.

Danesha Evans. Danesha is a junior majoring in performance. Her platform is “Suicide Prevention,” and her talent is monologue.

Shaikeria Hill. Shaikeria is a sophomore majoring in early childhood education. Her platform is “Scoliosis Awareness,” and her talent is monologue.

Lexus Houston. Lexus is a senior majoring in middle grades education. Her platform is “Embrace Your Inner Sparkle,” and her talent is singing.

Quadasia Love. Quadasia is a senior majoring in biology. Her platform is “Bridging the Gaps of Cultural Diversity,” and her talent is dancing.

Kaylynn Watkins-McCoy. Kaylynn is a senior majoring in criminal justice. Her platform is “Women’s Empowerment Post Sexual Assault,” and her talent is monologue.

Chelsey Rogers. Chelsey is a senior majoring in political science and business. Her platform is “Advocacy,” and her talent is dancing.

Kewanna Taylor. Kewanna is a junior majoring in middle grades education. Her platform is “Finding One’s Self and Embracing Who You Are,” and her talent is singing.

“Being Miss CSU was the experience of a lifetime,” said Morgan Self, Miss CSU 2015. “From my Miss CSU welcome party to representing this university throughout the Columbus area, to competing in Miss Georgia, it was a year filled with many appearances and service opportunities that I will forever cherish.”

The winner of this year’s crowning achievement will share those same experiences throughout 2017.

“Winter Wonderland,” the 2017 Miss CSU Pageant, is open to the public. General admission is $10 or $5 for CSU students with ID. For more information visit students.columbusstate.edu/misscsu.