Danielle Craft, junior political science major from Memphis, Tenn, is the Eta Chi chapter or Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Miss Black and Gold 2010. As the recipient of the title, Craft will be awarded a book scholarship and a chance to represent the Eta Chi chapter in the regional pageant.
Craft won the title against seven other girls and was also the winner of the most ticket sales. First runner up, Miss Black, was Tiffany Glenn, junior music theater major from Grambling. Second runner up, Miss Gold, was Monvanda Golden, a freshmen from Warren, Arkansas.
As a second time participant in the pageant, Craft knew exactly what to expect. “I have participated in about five or six pageants and each one was a learning experience.” Craft said. “I did what needed to be done for me to improve.”
Craft put a lot of thought into her preparation for the pageant. She said she decided to follow the Alpha Phi Alpha Inc theme in every portion of the pageant. “From their colors being black and gold, to my swimsuit and my dress having white and gold,” she said. “I put a lot of thought and time in it and I guess it all paid off.”
Several times throughout the pageant, the girls were required to meet and rehearse. Crafts most enjoyable moment throughout the pageant was the moment after she finished her talent. “I was worried about it being so different. I knew it would be liked or disliked and to my surprise, it was loved,” she said.
As Craft celebrated with her family and friend’s her new beginning, the night ended for Rashida Dawson, Miss Black and Gold 2009. “Dawson did an excellent job of representing and helping out the Eta Chi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Inc.” said Joe Millhouse, senior from San Antonio, Texas.
Craft plans to work hard and begin her preparation for regional. While perfecting her talent and keeping her body in shape, she plans to work on what she thinks will be her hardest challenge. “I plan on working on my public speaking skills. My nerves get the best of me when I have to speak in front of crowds.
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