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 Megan
is the 23 year-old daughter of Jerry and Francie Scott of
Lawrenceville, Illinois. Miss Scott is a graduate of Southern
Illinois University, attends Indiana State University where she
received her bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and is
working towards her master's degree. She plans to become a teacher
on the secondary level in Family and Consumer Science Education.
Megan
has received several awards: Golden Key Club- Gamma Beta Phi,
Treasure of Fashion Merchandising Design Club, Participated in the
Miss Lawrence County Fair Queen Pageant, Miss Mardi Gras, Miss
Festival, and was a model for the Illinois University Fashion Show.
Her hobbies include photography, developing black & white photos,
softball, working out, reading, watching movies, volunteering with
children, and bungee jumping.
Megan
believed she would be the best public relation's ambassador for the
Illiana Watermelon Association. She stated, "When I become involved
in something I feel passionate about, I give it my full dedication.
I am energetic, sincere and love to talk to people." Megan was
awarded the title/job of 2004 Illiana Watermelon Queen the weekend
of March 12-13, 2004 at the Vincennes Quality Inn. She competed
against 8 other area ladies from Indiana and Illinois in the
categories of personal interview, taped interview, sportswear,
2-minute speech, impromptu question and evening gown.
The
2004 Illiana Watermelon Queen will travel extensively throughout
Indiana and Illinois and across the United States promoting the
watermelon industry. She will make appearances at a variety of
events such as fairs, state fairs, festivals, parades, food/trade
shows, training workshops, soccer tournament, grocery stores,
schools, nursing homes, day cares, organizations. Other appearances
coming up are trips to Washington DC, Ocean City, Maryland, and
compete for the title of 2005 National Watermelon Queen in Orlando,
Florida. Megan is a paid employee of the Illiana Watermelon
Association and will work for our organization for 1 year.
The
Illiana Watermelon Association is grateful to Megan and proud to
present her to the public and the watermelon industry as our 2004
Watermelon Queen and ambassador. She will be available for
visitations and tours. |
