Miss Empire- Stephanie Erickson
Platform: Empower and Inspire: Become a Mentor
Talent: Piano
What is the best thing about being Miss Empire?
As Miss Empire, I am able to take my passion and platform,
mentoring, to the next level. I also love the challenge of preparing
to compete in the Miss North Dakota pageant! I am excited to
keep striving to be my personal best in every way, and being Miss
Empire has given me so many tools to help me reach my goals.
Why should you be Miss North Dakota?
Becoming Miss North Dakota would fit perfectly with my passion of
being a role model for others. Leadership and optimism are two
of my strongest characteristics and will help keep me focused on
why I love being involved with the Miss America Organization in the
first place! Having lived in North Dakota for my entire life, I am
dedicated to serving the state I love. Earning the title of Miss North
Dakota would be an honor and a challenge I look forward to.
Platform: Volunteering- The Greatest Gift
Talent: Lyrical Dance
What is the best thing about being Miss Empire's Outstanding
Teen? The best thing about being Miss Empire's Outstanding
Teen is having the opportunity to represent the Grand Forks com-
munity. I also enjoy speaking about my platform and encouraging
youth to volunteer by first realizing their special gifts and then
sharing them with others.
Why should you be Miss North Dakota's Outstanding Teen?
I'm so excited to represent North Dakota! I'm also dedicated to
my platform's message and hope to inspire others throughout
my year as Miss North Dakota's Outstanding Teen to become
more involved in their communities and to encourage our youth
to embrace their talents and use their passion to give to others.






