The Crowning of Miss Homecoming 2003

Photo Caption: President Clarence G. Newsome places the crown on the head of Miss Homecoming 2003, Angela Edmond

(Raleigh, NC) -- November 21, 2003 -- Shaw University recently crowned Miss Angela Iris Edmond as Miss Homecoming 2003. The ceremony took place on October 29th in Spaulding Gymnasium.

Miss Edmond is a senior psychology major from White Plains, VA. This Dean’s List student is a member of the National Association for Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Shaw University Student Chapter, Secretary National Pan-Hellenic Council, and Vice President of the Alpha Rho Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was named All CIAA Cheerleader 2003, and she is currently the captain of the Shaw University cheerleaders (Chi-Chi’s and Chico’s).

Miss Edmond expressed her commitment to Shaw University for bestowing upon her such a distinguished title as Miss Homecoming. "As I embark on this quest, I pledge to represent Shaw University and meet all requirements and responsibilities with [the] honor, dignity and pride necessary in the capacity of Miss Homecoming."

Upon graduating from Shaw University in May 2004, Miss Edmonds plans to attend graduate school at Howard University to study Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Miss Edmonds is the daughter of Gregory Young and Robin Edmond, both natives of Brooklyn, NY and current residents of White Plains, VA.