| | Lauren Barnette |
| 20 |
| Wise, Virginia |
| 1RU, Miss Virginia USA 2006
Miss Virginia Teen USA 2002 |
| Top 10 |
Lauren is from the beautiful mountains of Southwest Virginia, and has lived in Wise all her life. She has two older brothers and an enormous extended family with more cousins than she can nearly count. Having such a large and supportive family has been a great encouragement and blessing in Lauren’s life, not only in her pursuit to become Miss Virginia USA, but in her career and life goals as well.
Lauren’s genuine love for interacting and connecting with people lead her to naturally choose Communications as her major study at Virginia Tech. Studying Broadcast Journalism and Psychology has developed a broad awareness, understanding, and an ability to communicate with people from all walks of life.
She is a member of The National Scholars Honor Society, active in the Virginia Tech Leadership Program, PRSSA- Public Relations Student Society of America, Best Buddies VT Chapter, and is a member of flag football and dodge ball intramural sports teams. Lauren also assists Coach Frank Beamer with football recruitment activities.
“During my leisure time, I sincerely enjoy modeling, parasailing, snorkeling, travel, volunteering, and spending time with my family and friends.”
“I strive to make a positive difference in the lives of people everyday, and I believe that it is paramount that my actions speak as loudly as my words.”
Creating a positive impact for Virginia through volunteering, Lauren has spent many hours supporting the following organizations.
• Best Buddies Virginia
• Best Buddies: Virginia Tech Chapter
• National Kidney Foundation
• RAM – Remote Area Medical Program
• CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates
• Beth Foundation
• Safe Kid’s Coalition
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