2008 Woodie Awards
Miss FAMU 2008
Byrd flies away with victory
Amber Amos
Issue date: 2/29/08 Section: News
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The results were released in front of an anxious crowd at 12:07 a.m.
"It's all because of the student body," said Byrd, 22, a senior occupational therapy student from Atlanta. "Without the student body's support I wouldn't have this position and I'll never forget it."
Byrd took the coveted crown with 1,051 votes, besting runner-up Scarlett Williams, who had 900 votes.
Byrd's supporters could not have been happier.
"Byrd did that and she's an example of how you don't need thousands of dollars and billboards to win a campaign," said Thaddeus Welch, 21, a senior biology and psychology student from Miami. "Amanda Byrd is the epitome of what Miss FAMU should be."
Through the excitement and supporters chanting, "Byrd Byrd Byrd, Byrd is the word," there were students expressing their disappointment.
"Personally I love Amanda, but I felt like she didn't want it like Scarlett did," said Michelle McQuinn, 19, a sophomore pharmacy student from Atlanta.
Devin Cole, 18, a freshman political science student from Tampa supported Williams, but said he is remaining positive.
"Both candidates are outstanding people; however, I chose to support Scarlett," Cole said. "I look forward to seeing what Amanda will do for FAMU."
Byrd's supporters said she exemplified what a Miss FAMU should be.
Candra J. Williams, 20, a sophomore pharmacy student from Mobile, Ala., said, "I'm ecstatic Amanda won. It truly shows all you need is true desire, will, and prayer. If you have God on your side, that's all you need."
Williams could not be reached for comment.
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Carimenia H.
posted 2/29/08 @ 10:13 AM EST
Represent Amanda!
Congrats to you and those who had the heart and determination to run for such a prestigious position. I believe that any of you would have done a great job, but you have the opportunity to excel at it, especially since you are the new Miss FAMU 2008-2009!
I am Courtney's mom, and I am very proud and happy for you. (Continued…)
Derrick Lamar Mcmahon
posted 2/29/08 @ 10:56 AM EST
Sigh... Im gonna really miss Sheerie.
But kudos to Amanda.
She was my orientation leader (random)
Woman loves FAMU though thats for sure.
Renita Gwyn
posted 2/29/08 @ 11:00 AM EST
Congratulations to Amanda! My husband and I attended the pageant in support of our daughter Courtney who is running for sophomore attendant. I believe FAMU would have been well represented with Scarlett or Amanda as Miss FAMU. (Continued…)
Shatelia "Til" York
posted 3/01/08 @ 12:00 AM EST
I'm so happy that good ole Amanda Byrd won. This makes me feel like my vote mattered!!! I believe that she is one the most kind and sweetest people on this campus and she will make a beautiful Miss FAMU. (Continued…)
Dr. Kishia Towns-Dixon
posted 4/07/08 @ 5:59 PM EST
Amanda,
I am so proud of you! I knew you would be successful at any endeavor. Who knew it would also include Ms. FAMU!!! You deserve all these wonderful blessings. (Continued…)
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