CBA belle clinches Miss UNO-R ‘23

by MYRON JOSEPH YUNSAL

The College of Business and Accountancy belle, Uriel Minaves, crowned as the Miss UNO-R 2023 crown after retaining her poise and wit during the Coronation Night at the the University Gymnasium, Nov. 14.

In an exclusive interview, Minaves shared that she would use her competence in journalism to advocate for students to improve their reading comprehension.

“I would really use my advocacy in where I advocate for my major consumption because I, myself, am a journalist. And my advocacy focuses more on promoting [enhanced] reading comprehension and reading habits with my fellow UNO-Rians. That is our gateway to reach excellence,” Miss UNO-R 2023, Uriel Minaves said.

Minaves bagged the Best Speaker award during the minor awarding segment of the pageant period.

“Before becoming Miss UNO-R 2023, to be honest, I don’t have expectations. I am just enjoying myself on the stage, but I guess, the stars really did align for me, and I thank all UNO-Rians for supporting and being here on stage with me,” Minaves added.

The candidate also shared her adventure of how she went from flaunting dresses to wielding the crown.

“I guess you could say that life has full of surprises and you will never know what it will have and what it will give you,” Minaves said.

Minaves also stated her sentiment regarding her qualities on how she grabbed the crown.

“I think that my joyfulness and my authenticity, are the traits where I just enjoy myself in any endeavor that I do. This kind of perspective and these traits are what I wanted to share to my fellow UNORians—to enjoy everything that life has given you. If life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” Minaves said.

Moreover, the College of Engineering (CEN) grabbed the awards for Best in Swimsuit, Best in Evening Gown, Best in Production Number, and People’s Choice award.

Meanwhile, the College of Education (COED) bagged the Miss Congeniality, Miss Photogenic, while the College of Criminal Justice Education (CCJE) won the Best in Talent.

In addition, the candidates of CEN and COED came in first and second runners-up, respectively.