2015 Application Packet

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1 Miss Phi Beta Sigma Pageant 2015 Application Packet Event Date: Saturday March 28, 2015 Hyatt Regency Hotel 100 East 2nd Tulsa, OK Tulsa, OK 1

2 Name Mailing Address City State Zip code Address Miss Southwestern Region Pageant 2015 Application Please type or print legibly in blue or black ink. Chapter Representing City State Zip code Home Phone w/ Area Code Cell Phone Other Phone # School of Attendance Major Current Semester Hours Classification Expected Graduation Date Previous Semester G.P.A Cumulative G.P.A Cumulative Hours LIST ALL ORGANIZATIONS CURRENTLY A MEMBER OF: PAGEANT OR MODEL EXPERIENCE: HOBBIES: DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN ONE WORD: Signature of Contestant Signature of Chapter President PLEASE ATTACH A ½ PAGE BIOGRAPHY AND COLOR 4X6 PHOTO OF YOU WITH THE PACKET. 2

3 Categories The Interview The interview will take place prior to the pageant earlier the day of the pageant. The attire for this category is a business suit. Designated interview times will be determined upon arrival. Please check in at the registration table when you arrive. Presentation Shades of Blue Sportswear Each contestant will be presented to the judges and audience with an introduction speech about themselves and career goals. Shades of Blue will be the theme of the category. Strongly consider one of the fraternity s colors of royal blue when designing you outfit. The attire will be non-active sportswear (casual sportswear). Sixty percent of your outfit must be blue. Talent Competition Contestants will perform a talent of their choice with a minimum of 3 minutes but not to exceed 5 minutes. Please provide a description of talent and any props needed. Swimwear Competition Contestants will model a one-piece bathing suit with accessories of their choice. The color will be the choice of the contestant. All bathing suits should be in a tasteful manner. Evening Gown Competition Contestants are required to wear a FORMAL evening gown in this category. On Stage Question and Response Contestants will be asked a impromptu question each. 3

4 Judging System The Miss Southwestern Region Phi Beta Sigma Pageant 2015 judging system is designed to promote diversity, individuality, and overall achievement among all contestants. Judges score the individual contestants immediately following each phase of the competition. Contestants are scored totally on a 1-10 point scale in whole numbers within each category (more than one contestant may receive the same score). There is one panel of judges for the entire competition. All judges have been educated about the Miss Southwestern Region Phi Beta Sigma Pageant 2015 judging system and represent a variety of professional sectors within their communities. The Interview 20% Overall first impression Personal appearance Personality Ability to dialogue in conversation Presentation Shade Shades of Blue Sportswear 10% Creativity of sportswear and personal introduction Overall appearance (accessories, hair, make-up) Talent Competition 20% Stage presence Originality of talent Totality of all elements (including costume, props, voice, use of body, choreography) Overall performance Swimwear Competition 15% Overall first impression Overall physique (compliment height, weight and bone structure) Sense of confidence and attractiveness Evening Gown Competition 25% Overall first impression Sense of attractiveness Stage presence (poise, grace, style) Technique: Including walk, posture, etc. Sense of confidence Question and Response 10% Response in context with speech and grammar Emotional control 4

5 Disclaimer THE MISS SOUTHWESTERN REGION PHI BETA SIGMA PAGEANT IS A NON- DISCRIMANATORY EVENT OPEN TO ALL FEMALES REGARDLESS OF: Race and/or National Origin Religion Undergraduate-Graduate Classification Organization affiliation Contestants must NOT be older than 25 years old Entry fee is NON-REFUNDABLE All Photos are the property of PHI BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY, INCORPORATED, Southwestern Region. All contestants are required to sell a minimum of $ in advertisements. 35 points will be deducted from the final score if $ in advertisements is not sold. I,, have received and read a copy of the application packet with all of the rules, guidelines, requirements, and pageant score sheet and hereby agree to the rules, terms and conditions of the Miss Southwestern Regional, Phi Beta Sigma Pageant. I, also, agree that the decision of the judges is FINAL and I am entitled to see a copy of my performance results upon request. I further understand that if I am chosen for the Miss Southwestern Regional, Phi Beta Sigma, I must be unwed and without child(ren). Furthermore, I must remain unwed and without child(ren) during my reign. I further understand that I am NOT an agent for the Miss Southwestern Region Phi Beta Sigma Pageant, and I am not authorized to act on behalf of the fraternity other than permitted in my capacity as a contestant or the Miss Southwestern Region, Phi Beta Sigma Pageant if selected. I further understand any violation of the pageant rules, regulations, and/or failure to serve in the capacity, as the Miss Southwestern Regional, Phi Beta Sigma if selected, may be grounds for removal or the termination of my reign. This disclaimer must accompany entry fee and photo. SIGNATURE OF CONTESTANT NOTARY PUBLIC DATE COMISSION EXPIRES REGIONAL DIRECTOR 2 ND VICE REGIONAL DIRECTOR 5

6 Guidelines and Qualifications All applications and photos are due by February 28, The Application Entry Fee is $50.00 (non-refundable). Make checks payable to Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Checks and money orders are accepted. *The Entry Fee is expected to be received with the application. Mail the Application fee to Phi Beta Sigma SW Region, P.O. Box , Omaha, NE No Fire, No Water, and No Animal Talent Acts are permitted. Contestants should check in by 3:00 P.M. on March 26, *Contestants arriving after designated time will have five points deducted from final score, unless there are extenuating circumstances. *Plan accordingly as contestants will not be allowed to leave the hotel upon arrival. Rehearsals are MANDATORY and all contestants are required to attend. Each contestant will be allowed one assistant backstage during the pageant. In the event of a tie, a ONSTAGE TIEBREAKER QUESTION will be asked. Please be courteous and professional to all fellow contestants. SELL A MINIMUM OF $ of ADVERTISEMENTS FOR PROGRAM SOUVENIR JOURNAL. Prices: Full Page $100.00, ½ Page $60.00, ¼ Page $35.00; Business Card $20.00, Patron $ POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM FINAL SCORE IF MINIMUM ADS ARE NOT SOLD. Proceeds to benefit the Regional Scholarship programs. Contestants must be unwed and without child(ren) at the time of the pageant. If chosen, she must remain unwed and without child(ren) during her reign. Contestants must NOT be older than 25 years of age. 6

7 Summary of Awards Winner and Obligations $ CROWN TROPHY SASH FLOWERS Represent the Southwestern Region at the Miss Phi Beta Sigma International Pageant at Conclave Little Rock in July Represent at Miss Phi Beta Sigma Pageants throughout the Southwestern Region as schedule permits for 2015 & 2016 Serve as hostess at fraternity events and projects Assist in the promotion of fraternity events 1 st Runner Up Trophy and Flowers; will assume the title of Miss Phi Beta Sigma Southwestern Region in the event the reigning winner violates any of the specified rules as stated in the disclaimer. 2 nd Runner Up Trophy and Flowers Category Awards (WINNER PER CATEGORY) MISS CONGENIALITY MISS PHOTOGENIC MISS SIGMA SPIRIT 7

8 Send Advertisements and Donations to: Miss Southwestern Region Phi Beta Sigma Pageant Michael Beverly Jr., SW Regional Treasurer P.O. Box Omaha, NE to: Pay online at: Advertisement and donation proceeds will benefit the Southwestern Region s Educational Scholarship Fund to assist financially disadvantaged students in our local school districts to pursue an undergraduate degree at any University or College of their choice. Place an X in the box below Page Size Full Page ~ $ One-Half Page ~ $60.00 Quarter Page ~ $35.00 Eighth / Business Card ~ $20.00 Patron ~ $10.00 Print or Type only (person buying the advertisement) Name Mailing Address City State Zip code City State Zip code Address Home Phone w/ Area Code Cell Phone Other Phone # Pageant Info: The Miss Southwestern Region Phi Beta Sigma Pageant March 28, 2015 Hyatt Regency Hotel 100 East 2nd Tulsa, OK Deadline for Advertisement is February 28, 2015 Advertisement Solicited by (Contestant s Name): 8

9 Culture for Service and Service for Humanity Advertisement and Point Deduction Sheet 1 Point deducted per 15 minutes check in after required time 2 Points deducted for every mandatory rehearsal missed 35 Points deducted if $ minimum of advertisements not met Advertisements Sold $601-$700 1 Point $701-$800 2 Points $801-$ Points $1001-$ Points $1201 and up 5 Points MAXIMUM POINTS FOR ADVERTISEMENTS is 5 Points All Points Will Be Added and/or Deducted From The Final Score. 9

10 Contact Page FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE FOLLOWING PERSONS: Pageant Coordinators Brandon M. Henry, Director of Collegiate Affairs P.O. Box St. Louis, MO mobile work Alex Griffin, 2 nd Vice Director 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd, P.O. Box 2697 Nashville, TN mobile alex.17.griffin@gmail.com Jourdon Morgan, Jr., Conference Planner P.O. Box St. Louis, MO cell avip4u@prodigy.net 10

11 Helpful Hints for Contestants Introduction Speeches and First Impressions ARE lasting Impressions. Props are encouraged during the Talent Category Sigma Escorts will be provided for Formal Category. Ask Businesses/Companies to purchase advertisements then submit the business or company s logo. Due before February 28, 2015 Application Checklist PAGEANT APPLICATION ENTRY FEE OF $50.00 (made payable to Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. OR make the payment via the Regional Website) PERSONAL 1/2 PAGE BIOGRAPHY 4X6 COLOR PHOTO (will be used as publicity photos please electronic photo) SIGNED DISCLAIMER TALENT INFORMATION (including props needed, assistance i.e. accompanist, etc.) Please mail or ALL of the above application information to the following address: Miss Southwestern Region, Phi Beta Sigma Pageant Michael Beverly Jr., SW Regional Treasurer P.O. Box Omaha, NE michaelbeverly22@gmail.com 11