Name: Elizabeth Alfaro
Hometown: Mathis, Texas
Major: Biomedical Sciences
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be Miss TAMUK because I want to be a role model to as many people as possible. I also love helping others and I feel this position will offer many opportunities.”
What are some of your hobbies?
“I’ve loved working out since high school. I fell in love with it and have enjoyed it since. Another hobby would be napping. Complete opposite huh? I could literally sleep all day.”
Name: Cristina Basaldu
Hometown: Corpus Christi, Texas
Major: Kinesiology
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I would like to be Miss TAMUK because I would love to represent Texas A&M University-Kingsville, so I can help people, students, and future javelinas understand how great this school is and the traditions that come with it.”
What is your favorite musical artist?
“Brendon Urie from Panic at the Disco; he has all types of songs for any mood with amazing vocals.
Name: Samantha Brock
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
Major: Chemistry
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“To use experiences I have to empower students to strive to be the best they can be.”
What is your favorite movie?
“Miss Congeniality. I love crime and comedy [and] it combines both.”
Name: Sarah Gomez
Hometown: Zapata, Texas
Major: Kinesiology
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be able to listen to students’ concerns and ideas and see what I am able to do to help them. As well as, be a positive role model for others while supporting my university.”
Who is your favorite musical artist?
“Cody Johnson [because] all of his songs put me in a good, happy and dancin’ mood.”
Name: Julia Gonzales
Hometown: Robstown, Texas
Major: Interdisciplinary Studies
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be Miss TAMUK because of the great opportunities it comes with.”
Who is your favorite musical artist?
“Phoenix [because] they have very good music. When I am feeling down or sad I listen to them and I feel better.”
Name: Ydanissa Gonzalez
Hometown: San Perlita, Texas
Major: Agriculture Science
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“To continue a campus tradition and give back to our community.”
What are some of your hobbies?
“I like to sing and play guitar. I’ve opened up for Jon Wolfe when he was here for homecoming one year!”
Name: Talia Hernandez
Hometown: Victoria, Texas
Major: Animal Science, Pre-Vet
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
I want to be the next Miss TAMUK so that I can represent the university and give back to the Kingsville with volunteering and engagement.”
What is your favorite movie?
“‘Southpaw’ [because] he goes through a tragic event and faces darkness but finds strength and dedication to be there for his daughter and pushes through.”
Name: Kassidy Lackey
Hometown: Conroe, Texas
Major: Animal Science, Pre-Vet
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be Miss TAMUK because I want to support the community and school and give them someone to look up to.”
What are some of your hobbies?
“I like to sing and work at the vet clinic. I enjoy singing because it’s a way to express my feelings. I enjoy working at the vet clinic to donate my time to animals that need help and support people who need the animals.”
Name: Amanda Mascorro
Hometown: Edinburg, Texas
Major: Agriculture Science
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I would like to be Miss TAMUK because being Miss TAMUK would be an honor along with the amazing opportunity to represent my college and reach out to the community as well as students of all ages. Being Miss TAMUK would give me an opportunity to grow as a leader and as a future educator.”
What are some of your hobbies?
“When I am not in class, I enjoy distance running, yoga and spending time with my cattle and my dog. I also enjoy knitting, dancing, listening to music, and spending time with friends.”
Name: Justine Moreno
Hometown: Hebbronville, Texas
Major: Communications Sciences and Disorders-Graduate Student
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be the Miss TAMUK because throughout my four-year journey, I have truly watched TAMUK’s mission statement become a reality. It would be an honor to share how the university has impacted my life and I would hope through this I can inspire others to strive for endless possibilities TAMUK has to offer.”
Who is your favorite musical artist?
“George Strait; DUH! He is the King of Country.”
Name: Adriana Palomo
Hometown: Sinton, Texas
Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I would love the chance to represent this amazing university and to hope one day to make a difference. I also want to challenge myself as a leader and grow with this university. I know taking on the role of Miss TAMUK will be an amazing experience.”
What is your favorite movie?
“‘Under the Tuscan Sun’ becasue I am a sucker for romance.”
Name: Briana N. Rodriguez
Hometown: McAllen, Texas
Major: Business Management
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“As a Senior, I feel that I can share my experience with students and help them prepare for what lies ahead and make a difference with the help of the community.”
What are some of your hobbies?
“I love to read. Albert Einstein once said, ‘Wisdom is not a product of schooling, but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it.” I couldn’t agree more and what better way to do that than read.”
Name: Olivia Salazar
Hometown: Edinburg, Texas
Major: Biomedical Science
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“Miss Tamuk is a platform that young girls look up to. She represents Texas A&M University-Kingsville. She is a representation of the characteristics of the women who attend our university. I want to be an inspiration and instill the notion that kindness, integrity, compassion, and through due diligence, all things are possible. These are strengths that should be valued and working within the community, volunteering, addressing an audience with poise and confidence, reflects the ideals that should be upheld when holding the title of Miss Tamuk. I believe it would be a blessing and incredibly humbling to serve within the community, representing my university, and all the while being an inspiration to young women as well as my fellow candidate
Name: Sarahi Vasquez
Hometown: Port Isabel, Texas
Major: Marketing
Why do you want to be Miss TAMUK?
“I want to be a representative to those that feel there are none for them, the full-time workers and students. Those who feel it is hard to reach such positions due to personal obstacles.”
Who is your favorite musical artist?
“Fleetwood Mac [because] I love their lyricism pertaining to spirituality and self-love.”
