Shayla S. Solomon of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, age 24
Education: Charlotte Amalie High School, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Platform Issue: Youth Empowerment Through Extracurricular Activities
Scholastic Ambition: To obtain a Master's degree in Public Relations
Talent: Steel Pan Drums
Scholastic Honors: Magna Cum Laude Graduate, National Collegiate Communication Arts Award Recipient, Dean's List (Five Consecutive Semesters)
Career Ambition: To become a top public relations executive at a youth-led media organization
State Competition Sponsor: Miss Virgin Islands Scholarship Organization