Miss SWOSU 2025 Scholarship Pageant Winners Announced

Miss SWOSU 2025, Mia Macias.

The Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has announced the winners of the Miss SWOSU 2025 Scholarship Pageant, held on Nov. 9 at the Weatherford Performing Arts Center. Mia Macias from Leedey was crowned Miss SWOSU 2025. Mia, a freshman majoring in General Business, impressed the judges with her community service initiative, "A Home for Hope," which focuses on advocating for child and family homelessness. Mia received a $2,500 scholarship to SWOSU.

Sierra Stephens from Mountain View was awarded 1^st Runner Up, receiving a $1,300 SWOSU scholarship. Sierra also received an additional $250 SWOSU scholarship for selling the most scholarship patrons. Gabrielle Clayton from Clinton was named 2^nd Runner Up and received a $1,100 SWOSU scholarship.

Left to right: Sierra Stephens, 1st Runner Up; Mia Macias, Miss SWOSU 2025; and Gabrielle Clayton, 2nd Runner Up.

Jessica Goucher from Waynoka won the Talent Award for her performance of "Feeling Good."
She was awarded a $100 SWOSU scholarship and a $50 gift certificate from the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce for selling the most tickets. The Peer Respect & Leadership Award went to Lauren Wicker from Mustang, who was honored with a $50 gift certificate from the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce. Mackenzie Brown from Tecumseh received the Crowd Pleaser Award and was given a $100 gift certificate from the Weatherford Chamber of Commerce.

Each non-finalist was awarded a $600 scholarship to SWOSU.

SWOSU congratulates all the participants for their hard work and dedication. For more information about the Miss SWOSU Scholarship Pageant, please contact Co-Directors Ellen Hamburger-Mol and Tia Sauer-Blanchard at [email protected].

Left to right: Mackenzie Brown, Jessica Goucher, Sierra Stephens, Miss SWOSU 2025 Mia Macias, Miss SWOSU 2024 Mackynsie McKedy, Lauren Wicker, Madalyn Owens, and Gabrielle Clayton.

About Southwestern Oklahoma State University

Since 1901, Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) has proudly stood on the hilltop in Weatherford, Oklahoma. Offering over 100 affordable undergraduate and graduate programs across three locations in Weatherford, Sayre, and Yukon, SWOSU provides a diverse range of academic opportunities with high-quality education to its students. The university boasts a vibrant community of over 5,000 scholars and over 200 dedicated faculty and staff. With strong academic programs and a commitment to excellence, SWOSU continues to be a top choice for students seeking a quality education.