Miss Massachusetts

Cristina Nardozzi

What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
While working one summer as a roofer for my grandfather's business, I helped repair slates 55 feet off the ground on the La Salette Shrine Seminary. Sadly, this beautiful and historic structure was destroyed by fire in 1999.

Please list any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of study, graduation date and any degree or certification you received.
High School: Seekonk High School; Year Completed: 2001
College: Bridgewater State College; Area of Study: Communication Studies; Year Completed: 2005; Degree: BS expected in May of 2005

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
National Breast Cancer Walk in Boston, Massachusetts - 10 hours
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Boxing Commission - 10 hours
Classroom Volunteer, weekly visits to local schools - 100 hours
Visitor to Morton Hospital - Taunton, MA - 5 hours
YWCA "Red Dress" Heart Disease Charity Event - 10 hours
Northeast Seafood Coalition Fundraiser Event - 10 hours


What would be your "dream job" in life?
To host my own TV show combining my two passions - travel and sports/adventure.

Name one personal accomplishment (in addition to being a State Titleholder) that makes you especially proud.
I am proud of the fact that I was able to turn what most people would consider a failure into a success. After I did not advance to the final round of the Sports Illustrated(SI) Fresh Faces Competition, I was approached by the Vice President of SI and asked to travel to the Olympics as a tour guide with the corporate office staff. He said that he was impressed by my attitude and character and invited me to be a part of the SI team for the summer in Athens, Greece!

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Track and Field, Photography, Reading, Traveling, Spending time with my family and friends, Going to the movies, Spending time at the beach, Listening to music, Eating, Taking naps.