Katie takes the traditional romp in the ocean to begin her first full day as
Miss America 2002

HOMETOWN - Gresham, OR

AGE - 21

EDUCATION

• Portland State University
• Pursuing a degree in speech communication and vocal performance
• Recipient of more than $75,000 in Miss America Scholarship Assistance

AMBITION

• To obtain an M.A. in Bioethics
• To ultimately work in health care management

PLATFORM

Breast Cancer in America: Caring Community-by-Community

"As Miss America 2002, I will use my influence to support women battling breast cancer, especially those who are struggling in the last days of their lives. I will support any program or initiative that conveys messages of hope, improves their quality of life and provides information, education and support to women who have been diagnosed."

BACKGROUND & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Oregon Laurels Scholarship, for musicians pursuing education
• Portland State University Dean's list - three trimesters
• President's Award for Educational Excellence
• Oregon Scholar designation among graduating high school seniors
• Selected as an apprentice in trauma surgery at Oregon Health Sciences University
• Winner of the 2001 Statewide Young Artists Concerto Competition (Oregon)
• Recipient of the Oregon Music Educators Association Gold Award