COMPETITION INFORMATION
Interview: (25%) -- This is an opportunity for the judges to learn as much as possible about you –
your qualities and attributes to be Miss University; your knowledge and understanding of platform issue and your ability to articulate your platform; your opinions and aspirations; your sense of accomplishment, confidence, personality, poise, presence and attractiveness.
Professional business attire should be worn!!
**Interview Format: 45 second opening; 10 ½ minute interview; 45 second closing
Talent: (35%) – Your talent MUST NOT exceed 2 MINUTES!! This phase of the competition provides an insight into your preparatory and performance skills. Talent selection and performance distinguishes both the contestant’s personality and skills; interpretive ability; quality of the talent presented, stage presence, technical skill level (execution, technique, synchronization, control); totality of all elements (including costume, props, music, voice and choreography).
Swimwear: (15%) – This part of the competition is designed to see how well you maintain a lifestyle of good physical health. The contestant’s drive, energy, charisma, and expression will be factored into the criteria for scoring. A one-piece or two-piece swimsuit may be worn. The color and style of the swimsuit is your personal choice. If a wrap is worn on stage, it is to be removed during judging.
Evening Wear: (20%) – Overall first impression; sense of confidence; personality and stage presence; walk, posture, carriage and grace; sense of style and appropriateness of evening wear; beauty, sense of attractiveness and charm.
On-Stage Interview: (5%) -- You will be asked a question(s) on-stage (30 seconds). This part of the competition is designed for the contestant to make an on-stage statement of her interests, opinions and aspirations.
