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Sarah Kay Wrenn, competing as Miss Lake Murray, has been crowned Miss South Carolina 2025 at the Township Auditorium. The 24-year-old Columbia resident was awarded a $60,000 scholarship and aims to enhance CPR education through her initiative ‘Heart Strong.’ With her performance and advocacy for heart health, Wrenn brings a blend of talent and dedication to her role, preparing to represent South Carolina at the Miss America competition in September 2025.
Columbia – Sarah Kay Wrenn has been crowned Miss South Carolina 2025 at the Township Auditorium, marking a significant milestone in her advocacy for CPR education and heart health. Competing as Miss Lake Murray, the 24-year-old Columbia resident was awarded a scholarship of $60,000 for her victory, which will support her future endeavors while representing the state.
Wrenn’s impressive performance included a lyrical dance to “This Is Me” from “The Greatest Showman,” captivating the judges and audience alike. As a magna cum laude graduate of Clemson University, she brings her academic achievements and passion for community service to her new role.
In her professional life, Wrenn serves as the Director of School Engagement for the American Heart Association. Through this position, she has successfully raised over $293,000 for youth health programs and has trained more than 5,000 students in lifesaving CPR and AED usage. Her commitment to promoting heart health is central to her community service initiative, titled “Heart Strong: Empowering the Next Generation of Lifesavers.” This initiative aims to increase both CPR education and overall heart health awareness among young people throughout South Carolina.
Wrenn’s motivation for championing these causes is deeply personal, stemming from the loss of a close family friend due to a cardiac event. This experience has fueled her desire to educate and empower youth to save lives through CPR. During her reign, she intends to expand her outreach efforts and emphasize the importance of cardiovascular health. Additionally, she plans to advocate for the #MissAmericaFit movement, which promotes fitness and healthy lifestyle choices.
Wrenn’s journey as Miss South Carolina will culminate in her representation of the state at the Miss America competition slated for September 2025. This year’s pageant saw a competitive field, with other top finalists including:
- First Runner-Up: Rachel Carter, Miss Greenville County
- Second Runner-Up: Mary Kimball Osborn, Miss Greater Carolina
- Third Runner-Up: Jordyn Lewis, Miss Simpsonville
- Fourth Runner-Up: Jules Lemonds, Miss Hartsville
The Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization, which organized the event, is one of the largest scholarship providers to young women in the state. Founded in 1936, the organization aims to promote education, leadership, and community service among young women. This year’s competition marked the 88th edition of the Miss South Carolina pageant, illustrating its ongoing legacy and commitment to empowering young women.
With her academic prowess, heartfelt commitment to community service, and strong leadership aspirations, Sarah Kay Wrenn is poised to make a significant impact in her role as Miss South Carolina. Her dedication to enhancing youth health education through initiatives like “Heart Strong” reflects her vision for a healthier and more informed generation. As she prepares for the national competition, Wrenn is not only a representative of South Carolina but also a beacon of hope for many aspiring lifesavers across the state.
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- ABC Columbia: New Miss South Carolina’s Teen Crowned
- Wikipedia: Miss America
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- Google Search: Miss South Carolina pageant
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- Google Scholar: scholarship organizations for women
- ABC Columbia: Miss Lake Murray Sarah Kay Wrenn Crowned Miss South Carolina 2025
- Encyclopedia Britannica: community service for young women
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