"What she experienced there really helped her become a more mature, well-rounded person. Louis design firm," her mother, Diana French, points out. Her co-op experience at UC helped develop these traits. Self confidence, perseverance, maturity and the ability to think clearly and articulate one's thoughts are essential. Acing the national swimsuit competition and honored for her "quality of life" speaker's platform on behalf of homeless Vietnam veterans garnered another $2,500.įrench readily acknowledges that it takes more than brains, beauty and talent to be Miss America. A young woman with great spirit, Heather is enjoying substantial benefits: a $40,000 scholarship, up to $200,000 for personal appearances and speaking fees, and a complete wardrobe from New York designers like Kasper and Anne Klein. "This is such a dream come true," she told reporters after receiving her crown. Success! In her fourth try for the title, UC graduate student Heather Renee French Henry, DAAP '97, is Miss America 2000.
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