Miss Wisconsin

Melissa Young

What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
When I was 12 years old, while spending the night at my girlfriend's house, we sneaked out in the middle of the night and took lawn ornaments from homes in our neighborhood. We used them to decorate the lawn of a nearby old folks home. The following day we were asked to return every one of them even though the elderly residents got a kick out of it.

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: Home schooled; Year Completed: 1998
Trade School 1: Gilltech Academy of Cosmetology; Area of Study: Cosmetology; Year Completed: 1999; Degree: Certified beautician. Trade School 2: Centerstage LA; Area of Study: Drama; Year Completed: 2001.

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
Foster Adoptive Care Association: I speak at foster parent classes on what it's like to be a biological child growing up with foster brothers and sisters. I help raise money for new car seats for young foster children. I also help raise money for Christmas gifts for foster and adopted youth in my community. 150+ hours.
I volunteer at the Milwaukee Children's Hospital. I bring coloring books and toys to children living with cancer. 20 hours.
I volunteer for my local Salvation Army. I help serve lunch to needy families. I also work with the "Adopt-a-Family" program. I help distribute donated Christmas gifts to families in my community. During the Christmas season I do bell ringing for donations. 75 hours.

What would be your "dream job" in life?
To become a successful film actress.

Name one personal accomplishment (in addition to being a State Titleholder) that makes you especially proud.
In every pageant I have ever entered I was voted "Miss Congeniality" by my peers, which makes me especially proud.

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Watching Green Bay Packers football.
Riding jetskis with my friends and family.
Camping and fishing.
Adding to my frog collection.
Playing board games, my favorites are "Monopoly" and "Sorry."
I love to watch boxing movies. "Rocky" is a favorite.