THE INSIDER - SPRING 2025

HBCU students, their respective institutions, and their experiences, as well as other personal insights. Miss High's four-page feature in the publication, the largest spread of the students, detailed a multitude of items such as a brief biography, her career aspirations, her experience at Texas College, her challenges and triumphs that have led to her academic success, the importance of HBCUs and representation, and her faith in God, as well as her motivation and role model—her grandmother. "I am extremely honored to be featured in HBCU Her Voice and to have the opportunity to represent Texas College," commented Miss High. "I absolutely adore Texas College. Genuinely, I love everything that Texas College stands for and everything that the College has given me. I am truly thankful for this opportunity to serve." As Texas College’s Miss UNCF, Miss High attended the UNCF National Pre-Alumni Council (PAC) Leadership Conference in Memphis, Tennessee, at the end of February. As part of the conference, each institution’s queen philanthropically compete against one another in the annual Miss National UNCF Service Project; this year’s project supported Memphis women and families in need with self-care necessities (e.g., over-the-counter medicines, first aid kits, personal and feminine hygiene products, books). Through concerted efforts with the PAC, Miss High galvanized Texas College students, faculty, staff, and alumni to support this endeavor. And, as a result of Miss High’s leadership, Texas College collected over 1,000 items to support those in need, which positioned her and the PAC as first place winners for the service project.

MISS TYESHA HIGH, MISS UNCF, AT HOMECOMING CORONATION

In addition to her successful service project, Miss High also secured the title of third runner-up in the prestigious Miss National UNCF Coronation. And, as Texas College’s Miss UNCF, Miss High was also selected to present an award at the Tyler Metro Chamber of Commerce’s Community Image Awards in April. The gala serves a platform to recognize and celebrate individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the community and their respective industries. As she has proven time after time, her stellar service as an ambassador for the College is invaluable and exemplifies the transformative experience and empowerment that Texas College affords.

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