Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. | Baker Chapel, Rogers Spiritual Life Center
Miss ETBU is one of ETBU’s oldest and most cherished traditions. Miss ETBU represents the University both on campus and in the community and is selected by a panel of judges based on her Christian character, poise, and scholarship. We have restructured the process this year to make it accessible for more ETBU ladies to participate, including those who work in the evenings as well as our student-athletes.
Miss ETBU receives a generous academic scholarship as well as the opportunity to represent the University throughout the community and region.
Meet the Contestants
Major: Rehabilitative Science
Hometown: Kaufman, Texas
Favorite Verse: 1 Corinthians 9:24-26
Hannah Christiansen is a sophomore pursuing Rehabilitative Science from Kaufman, Texas. Hannah attends New Beginnings Baptist Church in Longview. She has been a part of the Baptist Student Ministry and a member of the ETBU Track and Cross Country Team. Hannah’s favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 9:24-26, “Don’t you know that the runners in a stadium all race, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way to in the prize. Now everyone who competes exercises self-control in everything. They do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable crown. So, I do not run like one who runs aimlessly or box like one beating the air. This verse has helped her to overcome many challenges she has faced and reminds her that there is so much more in store for her future because God is always in control.
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Whitehouse, Texas
Favorite Verse: Psalms 34:8
Peyton Crum is a sophomore nursing major from Whitehouse, Texas. Peyton attends First Baptist in Liberty City. She has participated in the Thrive mentoring program and plans to serve as a Thrive mentor. Peyton also participates in the Titus Women’s Ministry Bible study on campus. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalms 34:8, “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him.” This verse reminds her how important it is to sit in God’s presence and experience His glory.
Major: Child Development
Minor: Children and Discipleship Ministry
Hometown: Emory, Texas
Favorite Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:17
Peyton Hodge is a junior from Emory, Texas pursuing a major in Child Development with a minor in Children Discipleship Ministry. She attends Mobberly Baptist Church in Marshall. Peyton serves as a Thrive mentor, participates in the Titus Women’s Ministry Bible study, Baptist Student Ministry, and is a member of the national honor society, Alpha Lambda Delta. Her favorite verse is 2 Corinthians 5:17, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” This verse reminds her that her identity is found in Christ and that we are His masterpiece.
Major: Speech Pathology
Minor: Communication Studies
Hometown: Nacogdoches, Texas
Favorite Verse: John 3:16
Salina Kilmer is a senior from Nacogdoches, Texas pursuing a major in Speech Pathology and a minor in Communication Studies. She attends Immanuel Baptist Church in Marshall. Salina has serves as a Thrive mentor, a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta and Lambda Pi Eta Honor Societies. She is also an ETBU Reference Assistant in our library. Her favorite verse is John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This verse reminds her of God’s eternal love for us.
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Sour Lake, Texas
Favorite Verse: Lamentations 3:20-23
Mackenzie Lawrence is a junior nursing major from Sour Lake, Texas. She attends Mobberly Baptist Church in Marshall. Mackenzie serves as a Tiger Camp coordinator responsible for planning welcome week our new students. She also serves in Student Foundation, actively involved with the Titus Women’s Ministry Bible study and is a resident assistant for Carlile Hall. In addition, Mackenzie is a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society. Her favorite verse is Lamentations 3:20-23, “I will remember them, and my soul is downcast within me. Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” This verse is a powerful reminder to Mackenzie that the Lord is forever faithful.
Major: Biology
Minor: Chemistry
Hometown: Harleton, Texas
Favorite Verse: Isaiah 43:2
Makenna Lockhart is a junior from Harleton, Texas pursuing a major in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She attends New Beginnings Baptist Church in Longview. Makenna is a member of the ETBU Cheer Team, as well as the Acrobatics and Tumbling Team. She serves as a Thrive mentor, Tiger camp leader, and is a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society. Her favorite verse is Isaiah 43:2, “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.” This verse reminds her how even when life feels heavy, God walks with us and gives us continuous love.
Major: Choral Music Education
Hometown: Montgomery, Texas
Favorite Verse: John 13:7
Macey Pool is a junior Choral Music Education major from Montgomery, Texas. She attends Mobberly Baptist Church in Marshall. Macey is a member of the Hilltop Singers, concert choir, Illuminare Chamber Choir and helps with leading student worship nights. Her favorite verse is John 13:7, “. . .You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” This verse comforts her by promising that God has a purpose for her struggles, even when she cannot understand it in the moment.
Major: Christian Ministry and Mental Health
Hometown: Bossier City, Louisiana
Favorite Verse: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10
Shilo Powell is a junior from Bossier City, Louisiana pursuing Christian Ministry and Mental Health major. She attends Mobberly Baptist Church in Marshall. Shilo is a member of the Baptist Student Ministry, Titus Women’s Ministry, and serves as a volunteer for the Kid’s Club Ministry. She is also serves as a Thrive Mentor and works as a Resident Assistant for Carlile Hall. Her favorite verse is 2 Corinthians 12:8-10, “Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast of all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” This verse reminds her that God’s power works most perfectly through her weaknesses, allowing her to embrace her struggles and limitations as opportunities for Christ’s strength to be displayed in her life.
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Bossier City, Louisiana
Favorite Verse: Galatians 5:13-14
Kaylee Rabb is a sophomore nursing major from Bossier City, Louisiana. She attends Immanuel Baptist Church in Marshall. Kaylee is a member of the ETBU Tiger Cheer Team, the ETBU Marching Band, and Student Foundation. She is also a member of the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society and actively participates in the Titus Women’s Ministry. Her favorite verse is Galatians 5:13-14, “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’.” This verse reminds her of the opportunity to serve others with a loving heart, which allows her to demonstrate her love for both God and those around her.
Major: Biology
Minor: Theater Arts
Hometown: Yoakum, Texas
Favorite Verse: Ester 4:14
Gabrielle Rodriguez is a sophomore from Yoakum, Texas, is pursuing a major in Biology and a minor in Theater Arts. She attends The Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception in Tyler. Gabrielle performed in the production of The Play that went Wrong, while also serving on the theatre’s social media team. She also serves on Student Foundation’s Activities Committee and serves as a Resident Assistant. Gabrielle’s favorite verse is Esther 4:14, “For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arrive from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” This verse reminds her to continually seek God’s purpose for her life because she trusts in Him for He has a plan and a purpose for her life.
Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Hallsville, Texas
Favorite Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
Claire Sherwood is a senior Elementary Education major from Hallsville, Texas. She attends First Baptist Church in Hallsville. She a member of the ETBU Pom Team and is a leader for small groups in the Titus Women’s Ministry. Claire’s favorite verse is Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” This verse reminds that even in times of struggle she can trust in the Lord to make our paths straight knowing His plan is better than her own.
Major: Christian Ministry
Minor: Counseling
Hometown: Pasadena, Texas
Favorite Verse: Hebrews 12:1-3
Megan Smith is a junior from Pasadena, Texas pursuing a major in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Children’s Ministry and a minor in Counseling. She attends First Baptist Church in Hallsville. Megan is a member of the ETBU Cross Country and Track Team, participates in Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and has served as Thrive Mentor. Her favorite verse is Hebrews 12:1-3, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Megan reads these verses before she races to give her mind ease and to focus her heart on Jesus, the real prize.
Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Quitman, Texas
Favorite Verse: Psalms 64:5
Carly Spears is a senior pursuing a major in Elementary Education from Quitman, Texas. She attends New Beginnings Baptist Church in Longview. Carly is a member of the ETBU Acrobatics and Tumbling Team and actively participates in the Titus Women’s Ministry. Her favorite verse is Psalm 46:5, “God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day.” This verse reminds her that with God’s presence with her, she is not defined by comparisons or expectations where she falls short, but rather finds her true identity and strength in Him.
Major: Elementary Education
Hometown: Whitehouse, Texas
Favorite Verse: Joshua 1:9
Hannah Willis is a sophomore Elementary Education major from Whitehouse, Texas. She attends New Beginnings Baptist in Longview. Hannah is a member of the ETBU Cross Country Team, Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, and actively participates in the Titus Women’s Ministry. Her favorite verse is Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” This verse reminds her that God’s constant presence gives her courage to face life without fear or discouragement, knowing she is never alone regardless of what circumstances she encounters.
- Guidelines for Miss ETBU
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Listed below are the guidelines that pertain to qualifications, tenure, and disqualification of contestants or Miss ETBU. As an applicant, read the guidelines carefully.
I. Qualifications
A. A contestant must not presently be serving as Miss ETBU.
B. Contestants must a female, undergraduate, ETBU student who has completed a minimum of twenty-four semester hours and must have completed one year at ETBU prior to the fall pageant.
C. Contestants must indicate their intention of attending ETBU for at least one year following the Miss ETBU selection and of graduating from ETBU. The contestant should disqualify herself if anything would prevent her from fulfilling her duties as Miss ETBU.
D. Contestants must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 and must be in good standing with the university.
E. Contestants should possess qualities of Christian character consistent with the ideals and purposes of the university.
F. Contestants should live a life exhibiting high moral standards and a healthy lifestyle. As a representative of the University, Miss ETBU will strictly adhere to University policies regarding use of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.
G. Contestants should be single, never married, and not have children.II. Tenure and Duties
A. Miss ETBU shall serve for one year from the time of her selection to the following year’s selection.
B. Miss ETBU shall represent the students and the university at various campus events and official functions when called upon (e.g. Tiger Day, Family Weekend, Homecoming, recruitment work, off-campus public relations events, etc.).
C. Miss ETBU shall be expected to participate in parades (Fire Ant Festival, Marshall Christmas Parade, etc.) and be able to perform or speak at the request of ETBU faculty and staff (Lion’s Club, Rotary Club, etc.)
D. Miss ETBU shall be expected to check in with the Marketing Department every two weeks to coordinate schedules and calendar.
E. Miss ETBU shall be expected to be present at the following year’s selection to present her title to her successor.III. Disqualification
A. Disciplinary probation or disciplinary suspension shall result in forfeiture of the title.
B. Academic probation or suspension shall result in forfeiture of the title.
C. Leaving school for reasons other than health or graduation shall result in forfeiture of the title.
D. Unavailability for service as Miss ETBU through factors listed will result in forfeiture of the title.
E. Student Engagement will decide when the above conditions are applicable.
| Date | Event | Location |
| March 22, 2025 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Miss ETBU Spring Workshop | TBD |
| April 5, 2025 | Miss ETBU Contestants participate in Serve Day | Various Locations |
| April | A Time with Miss ETBU 2024 | TBD |
| September 4, 2025 3:30 p.m. | Miss ETBU Fall Meeting Session A (Choose A or B) | TBD |
| September 5, 2025 10:00 a.m. | Miss ETBU Fall Meeting Session B (Choose A or B) | TBD |
| September 22-25, 2025 6:00 p.m. | Miss ETBU Rehearsals | Baker Chapel |
| September 26, 2025 10:00 a.m. | Miss ETBU Judges Tea | TBD |
| September 26, 2025 | Miss ETBU Interviews | Student Engagement Conference Room |
| September 27, 2025 6:00 p.m. | Miss ETBU Pageant | Baker Chapel |
Applicants are required to attend all events unless arrangements have been made prior to the event. Please make a note of these before submitting your application. If you have a time conflict, notify Laura Coursey or Reid Adams immediately to see if we can work around it.
