It’s a brand “blue” way for tonight’s Miss Phi Beta Sigma Pageant.
The event, which returned in 2009 after a 10 year hiatus, will take place today at 7:14 p.m. at the Farrison-Newton Communications Building Theatre.
The fraternity’s Gamma Gamma chapter at N.C. Central University hopes this year’s event, titled “A Whole Blue World,” will increase morale and campus involvement among students.
“In order to be Miss Phi Beta Sigma, we look for someone who is involved in the community and has inner and outer beauty,” said Brandon Chapman, a member of NCCU’s chapter.
This year’s six contestants will compete for a $1,000 scholarship to be used towards education expenses and community service projects. Each participant, as well as attendees, are asked to bring unused medical supplies to donate to the earthquake victims in Haiti.
Valerie Parker, an English and political science junior, is participating in the pageant because she never competed in one before.
“While being in the pageant, I hope to gain an overall cultural experience and a sense of accomplishment in completing something new,” she said.
“I hope to have forums on campus where newly elected city officials can come and speak on what they are doing to improve Durham, including campus life for NCCU students.”
Brittany Royall, a public health education junior, wants to improve on-campus student involvement.
A member of NCCU’s Alpha Lambda Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Royall wants to implement programs that improve student health.
“My goal is to target students, especially freshmen to help them get involved in campus life because they are the future of NCCU,” she said.
“I want the campus to have a more family environment.”
Chapman has high hopes for tonight’s event.
“I hope to see the pageant sold out,” he said.
Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office located in the Pearson Cafeteria.
Advance student tickets are $3; $5 at the door. General admission will be $5 in advance and $7 at the door.
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