About Miss Indian University of New Mexico

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Miss Indian UNM serves as a student ambassador, a role model to Indigenous peoples, and represents The University of New Mexico & the local Indigenous community. This role requires promoting the University and participating in outreach & volunteerism with a variety of UNM programming initiatives; leading a positive and healthy lifestyle; endorsing and demonstrating cultural awareness & leadership skills; and encouraging the continuation of higher education. Miss Indian UNM demonstrates academic excellence and knowledge & understanding of Indigenous communities, as well as being present at various functions & gathering and maintaining a positive & professional image personally and through all social media platforms.