Miss Colorado

Tori Carter

What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
I ran the Bolder Boulder 10k Race in an evening gown and my Miss Colorado Teen USA sash. It was a lot of fun and I still ran pretty fast.

Please list, starting with the latest, any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of study, last date completed and any degree or certification you received.
Greeley West High School. 2003.
University of Southern California. Cinema/Television Major. 2004. Freshman year.

Please list any Honors/Awards you have received in the past 2 years.
Denver/NBC Channel 9 "Kids Who Care"
Governor Bill Owens's "Rising Star" Award
Colorado Cancer Coalition's "Volunteer of the Year"
Prudential's Spirit of Community Award - Distinguished Finalist
Outstanding Student of America Award
National Dean's List 2003-2004
Who's Who of American High School Students
Academic All-State Team - Colorado High School Activities Association
All-State Team Cross Country - Colorado High School Activities Association
4H Ten Year Award (8/04)

What is the most interesting or surprising thing about you, or that has happened to you?
I have skated 40 miles per hour on roller blades!

Are you the oldest, youngest or a middle child and what does that mean to you?
As the second oldest of four, I am perfectly positioned in my family. I have an older sibling to learn from, but I also act as a role model to the younger two. Having three brothers has taught me to be practical and tough.

Name one person, family, friend, celebrity, who has had the most influence on your life.
Jan Porter. My skating coach Jan Porter was calm, positive and extremely knowledgeable. She believed in me no matter what; she taught me to never give up and to roll with the punches. Jan's motto, "Relax and focus," has helped me in all areas of my life.

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years? Please provide the name of the charity, level of involvement.
American Cancer Society: Teen Breast Health presentation author and certified speaker; "Relay for Life" booth decorations (2 years); "Look Good, Feel Better" program student helper.
Susan G. Komen Foundation: "Race for the Cure" packet stuffer, flyer distributor, clean up (5 years); "In the Pink" Fundraiser Dinner decorations, flyer distributor (2 years); Lee Denim Day organizer (2 years).
"Operation Christmas Child": preparation of boxes and helped younger children prepare theirs (4 years).
Rocky Mountain Cancer Rehabilitation Institute: student helper (3 years).
Governor Bill Owens "Colorado Cares" Program: event organizer to clean-up river trail area.
Colorado's "Day of Caring": fashion show assistant for breast cancer survivors.
North Colorado Medical Center Pediatric Floor: Christmas decorations, ornaments and presents (4 years).
Weld County Fair: food unit decorations, award donations.

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