Meet Miss Idaho 2011 - Genevieve Nutting
Genevieve Nutting is from Boise, Idaho. Her platform is , "Building the 3 C's through Girl Scouts — Courage, Character, and Confidence".
- Education: Boise State University — Capital High School
- Major/Minor: Communication/Journalism Emphasis
- Scholastic/Career Ambitions: Obtain a Masters degree in Journalism. To become a journalist and write for a women's health and fitness magazine.
- Talent: Piano - "Rhapsody in Blue" by George Gershwin
- Scholastic Honors: Recipient of the Capital Lions Club Scholarship, Pepsi Scholarship, Soroptimist Club Scholarship and Robert R. Lee Scholarship; Member of the National Honor Society throughout high school; Recipient of the Presidential Award for Academic Excellence
- Leadership Roles: I am currently organizing and leading self-esteem workshops for girls across Idaho; Co-leader of a Girl Scout Visions troop
- Accomplishments: Top 20 finalist in the national Pepsi Refresh Project; Miss America Community Service Scholarship winner for the state of Idaho 2009, 2010 and 2011; Competed in the National Sweetheart Pageant 2010; Miss Idaho Top 5 in 2008, 2009 and 2010; Governor's Brightest Star finalist; Boise State University Rock Climbing Competition - Women's Amateur Division Winner; Recipient of the Girl Scout Women of Tomorrow Award; Earned the Girl Scout Gold Award and the Silver Award; Winner of Educational Tours Essay Contest - won an all expense paid trip to Europe; Crowned Miss Idaho Outstanding Teen 2006 and competed in the Miss America Outstanding Teen pageant; Sonatina Festival and Certificate of Merit winner for piano
- Interesting Facts: I have presented "Free to Be Me" self-esteem workshops to over 1000 girls and created a virtual "Free to Be Me" workshop on Facebook with over 700 members; I have experienced the adrenaline rush of skydiving and flying a Cirrus plane; I am a sportswriter for the Boise State University Arbiter; I have developed an addiction to hot yoga and look forward to someday traveling to India to study the art and history of yoga so I may one day teach what I have learned to others; I love traveling and am a huge outdoor enthusiast; Every year my mom, sister and I do a "girls' road trip" where we travel to different places and camp along the way
- Employment: Sales Associate with White House Black Market
How has the world you come from shaped your dreams and aspirations?
I was raised in an environment where I was surrounded by strong, positive role models. They have shown me that as long as I stay focused and true to myself, everything is possible. These role models have inspired me to travel around the world, to continue to make a difference in the lives of others and to have high expectations of who I want to be. Because of these people, I have been able to accomplish my dreams, and I am continuing to live a life that I love and of which I am proud.
Of all the ways you could succeed in your life, why have you chosen to succeed in the Miss America Pageant?
The Miss America Organization has given me the opportunity to not only develop into a well-rounded, confident woman, but to also take what I have learned and help others become more confident about who they are. I believe one of the biggest ways one can be successful is by helping others. By competing in the Miss America system, I know I have been able to make a difference and that is a feeling of satisfaction that no amount of money can buy.
What social issue, other than your platform, will have the greatest impact on your generation and why?
Environmental sustainability is the social issue that will have the greatest impact on my generation. We need to be more aware of the impact our daily decisions will have on our environment. My generation needs to lead past and future generations through example, education, and innovation regarding our fragile natural resources. It is crucial that we protect and preserve our earth for future generations.
