Miss Utah

Marin Poole

What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
The craziest thing I have ever done was the gallon challenge! I drank a gallon of milk in 43 minutes. It was very difficult to keep it all down, but I managed to do it...well, at least for a little while.

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: Logan High School; Year Completed: 2002
Trade School 1: Bridgerland Applied Technology College; Area of Study: Nursing; Year Completed: 2002; Degree: Certified Nurses Assistant (CNA)
College: Brigham Young University; Area of Study: Public Health; Year Completed: 2005; Degree: Health Science major, Political Science Minor. (I will complete my B.S. in December of 2005.)

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
Founded Ignite, a national non-profit 501(c)4 foundation, to promote youth activism against the tobacco industry and holding elected officials accountable for protecting our health: 200+ Hours
Ukraine’s National Health Ministry - Lived in Ukraine as part of an international volunteer program that worked to improve substance abuse prevention programs within Ukraine: 350+ Hours
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids - Youth Lobbyist on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. for Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: 75+ Hours
Hellenic Action Against Cancer - International Anti-Smoking Youth Festival in Athens, Greece: 50+ Hours
Boy Scouts of America - Merit Badge Counselor: 20 Hours
Battered Women's Support Group: 5 hours

What would be your "dream job" in life?
Consultant or media representative for the Center for Disease Control, The World Health Organization, or the Department of Health and Human Services

Name one personal accomplishment (in addition to being a State Titleholder) that makes you especially proud.
Based upon my nine years of service with tobacco prevention and control, I was recognized as one of the youth world leaders in that field in Athens, Greece. I was awarded the International Anti-Smoking Advocate honor by the Hellenic Action Against Cancer Organization. While in Greece, I was able to collaborate with other young people from around the world to improve the fight against tobacco.

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Percussion, specializing in mallet percussion (Marimba, Xylophone, Vibraphone) Horseback riding, Golfing, Baking desserts, especially cookies, Sand volleyball, Water/snow skiing, Playing with my nieces and nephews, Watching movies, Aerobics, Pilates, and running, Collecting shoes.