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🕊️ MX. DISTRICT III RECAP (3/3): TOP SCORES! 👾 🎨 Designed by @deadnyce 📸 Photographed by @rayjmon Finally, can we get some commotion for the TOP SCORERS of our catwalk, talent, and Q&A?! Catwalk: 🔥 @nicholas.giaquinto of @flashatshu Talent: ⚡️ @khandakerridwan of @pilipinosofhunter Q&A: ✨ @miyvsiv.19 of @wpu_face You've stolen the hearts of the judges and audience alike with your awe-inspiring performances!! THANK YOU immensely for having a huge part in making this pageant as remarkable as it was! 🌟

🕊️ MX. DISTRICT III RECAP (2/3): SUPERLATIVE WINNERS! ✨ 🎨 Designed by @deadnyce 📸 Photographed by @rayjmon And another congratulations to the superlative winners of this year's Mx. District III! Mx. Cultural: 🌈 @kayrosetank of @run_fsa Mx. #TRENDING: 📱 @sheilaa.marieee of @bcc_pasalubong Mx. Charity AND Mx. Congeniality: 💚 @nicholas.giaquinto of @flashatshu Standout Star: 🌟 @legit_lockhart of @keanfunk You thoroughly impressed the judges, audience, AND planning team alike with your incredible performance and accomplishments. Please carry your sashes with pride and never forget how remarkable you are!!

🕊️ MX. DISTRICT III RECAP (1/3): TOP 3! 👑 🎨 Designed by @deadnyce 📸 Photographed by @rayjmon Another HUGE congratulations to the Top 3 contestants of the first-ever Mx. District III pageant! 1st Place and Inaugural Mx. D3: 🌙 @khandakerridwan of @pilipinosofhunter 1st Runner-Up: ☁️ @nicholas.giaquinto of @flashatshu 2nd Runner-Up: 🌺 @tayvianbaker_ of @mufasa_msu Thank you for the honor of witnessing your art and stories!! Your victories were EXTREMELY well-deserved, and we will undoubtedly carry the memories of this beautiful experience forever 🥺🤍

THE INAUGURAL MX. DISTRICT III PAGEANT: DAY-OF INFORMATION 📋🕊️ Time certainly flew by, and the long-awaited debut of Mx. D3 is already around the corner! Swipe through (or read below) for some important information for those who are attending this Sunday! ➡️ TICKETING: → Doors will open at 6:15 PM and hard close at 8:00 PM sharp. No latecomers past 8:00 PM will be let into the theater. → Please bring an ID to claim the tickets purchased under your name! Both a physical copy and photo will be accepted. PARKING + PUBLIC TRANSIT: → Drivers: Enter through Gate 4 for the best parking accessibility. Free parking (outdoor + garage lots) is available right outside the theater. → Public Transit Users: The bus stop closest to the theater is Union Tpke/173 St (approx. a 5-minute walk to the theater). ***Please note that some buses may not be in service later in the night, so we strongly recommend carpooling or calling an Uber to your station after the event.*** SEATING: → After claiming your ticket(s), our ushers will guide you to your designated seating area. → Please do not bring noisemakers, confetti, fireworks, or drugs/alcohol of any kind! #mariposa_MxD3 #asterology_MxD3 #kosherkayla_MxD3 #sweetlikeKHANDY_MxD3 #tempTAYtion_MxD3 #meishamayhem_MxD3 #areyouaNICKYfan_MxD3 #shayslays_MxD3 #unlockyourhart_MxD3

THE INAUGURAL MX. DISTRICT III PAGEANT: DAY-OF INFORMATION 📋🕊️ Time certainly flew by, and the long-awaited debut of Mx. D3 is already around the corner! Swipe through (or read below) for some important information for those who are attending this Sunday! ➡️ TICKETING: → Doors will open at 6:15 PM and hard close at 8:00 PM sharp. No latecomers past 8:00 PM will be let into the theater. → Please bring an ID to claim the tickets purchased under your name! Both a physical copy and photo will be accepted. PARKING + PUBLIC TRANSIT: → Drivers: Enter through Gate 4 for the best parking accessibility. Free parking (outdoor + garage lots) is available right outside the theater. → Public Transit Users: The bus stop closest to the theater is Union Tpke/173 St (approx. a 5-minute walk to the theater). ***Please note that some buses may not be in service later in the night, so we strongly recommend carpooling or calling an Uber to your station after the event.*** SEATING: → After claiming your ticket(s), our ushers will guide you to your designated seating area. → Please do not bring noisemakers, confetti, fireworks, or drugs/alcohol of any kind! #mariposa_MxD3 #asterology_MxD3 #kosherkayla_MxD3 #sweetlikeKHANDY_MxD3 #tempTAYtion_MxD3 #meishamayhem_MxD3 #areyouaNICKYfan_MxD3 #shayslays_MxD3 #unlockyourhart_MxD3

THE INAUGURAL MX. DISTRICT III PAGEANT: DAY-OF INFORMATION 📋🕊️ Time certainly flew by, and the long-awaited debut of Mx. D3 is already around the corner! Swipe through (or read below) for some important information for those who are attending this Sunday! ➡️ TICKETING: → Doors will open at 6:15 PM and hard close at 8:00 PM sharp. No latecomers past 8:00 PM will be let into the theater. → Please bring an ID to claim the tickets purchased under your name! Both a physical copy and photo will be accepted. PARKING + PUBLIC TRANSIT: → Drivers: Enter through Gate 4 for the best parking accessibility. Free parking (outdoor + garage lots) is available right outside the theater. → Public Transit Users: The bus stop closest to the theater is Union Tpke/173 St (approx. a 5-minute walk to the theater). ***Please note that some buses may not be in service later in the night, so we strongly recommend carpooling or calling an Uber to your station after the event.*** SEATING: → After claiming your ticket(s), our ushers will guide you to your designated seating area. → Please do not bring noisemakers, confetti, fireworks, or drugs/alcohol of any kind! #mariposa_MxD3 #asterology_MxD3 #kosherkayla_MxD3 #sweetlikeKHANDY_MxD3 #tempTAYtion_MxD3 #meishamayhem_MxD3 #areyouaNICKYfan_MxD3 #shayslays_MxD3 #unlockyourhart_MxD3

🕷️ INTRODUCING MR. FUNK: Gio Lockhart (he/him) 🕸️ #unlockyourHART_MxD3 Hi my name is Giovanni Lockhart and I am representing Kean University's FUNK! My pronouns are he/him and my sexuality is... TBD :). I am a junior and am the first American-born citizen in my family. My family is from a small country in the Caribbean called Dominica where I lived for many years before moving to the US in the 4th grade. I like to express myself creatively in all facets like singing, dancing, and even making physical art. ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 🧠 Learning Disabilities Association of America 📚 They provide support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. As someone with a learning disability that effects me in and outside of the classroom I felt this was the right charity for me.

✨INTRODUCING MX. PASALUBONG: Sheila Serrano (she/they) 💖 #shayslays_MxD3 Hey loves💜! I’m Sheila Serrano and I’ll be representing Bergen Community College’s Pasalubong. I’m in my second year of majoring in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. My pronouns are she/they, I am pansexual, and I am 20 years old but I’ll be 21 in the summer🍾. Soy Boricua y Dominicana 🇵🇷🇩🇴! I love singing, dancing, and hanging out with friends🫶🏽. On my days off you’ll catch me baking goods, playing animal crossing, and/or fantasizing about my love life🤭. Oh, uh 🙄, I am also Pasalubong’s Vice President this year💛 Filipino By Association 4lyfe🫶🏽 I’m also honored to be Pasalubong’s first MX. D3 representative‼️ ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 🏡 LGBT RAIN Foundation 🌈 This foundation provides emergency shelter services to address the emergent need of LGBT individuals experiencing crisis leading to homelessness among adolescents. By providing housing and an array of detailed, relevant, and responsive services. Sheila chose this charity because she has experience in the system and she wants to use her platform as a Mx. D3 Representative to spread awareness for the LGBTQ+ youth in need. Being born and raised in New Jersey and being a part of the LGBTQ+ community, this is Sheila's way of showcasing her care and support.

🌩️ INTRODUCING MR. FLASH: Nicky Giaquinto (he/him) ☁️ #areyouaNICKYfan_MxD3 Hi everyone, I am Nicky and I am a senior at Seton Hall University. I am majoring in Finance going to Law School next semester. You may have seen me on previous entourages such as Mr. and Ms. Pi 2020-2023, or even on my dance team Flash DT shoutout my DT people! I am so excited and grateful for this opportunity, and I am looking forward to putting on an amazing show with all these lovely people. Fun fact about me is I only started dancing in college and it has been a passion of mine ever since. Being chosen as the first ever Mx. D3 representative for Flash was exciting by scary at the same time. I hope to represent my club well and to show the people in the audience that they are not alone in whatever adversities they are going through! ❤️ ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 📚 The LGBTQ Scholarship Fund 📚 As an LGBTQ foundation, we empower promising lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer students to achieve their full academic and leadership potential – despite the obstacles often put before them – so they can better make a significant impact on society. We provide financial support, a community of peers, leadership training, and mentorship, to US college students from around the world. Point also generates research to document the challenges LGBTQ+ students face on US campuses so that we can provide data and resources to help mitigate these issues. When seeking financial help and services for higher education, 32% of LGBTQ+ respondents say their gender identity or sexual orientation was a factor in being denied services. The ideals this charity stands for hold importance because it provides education for a community where their voices need to be heard and there is an equal opportunity provided in every sector. It holds values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and it encourages and embraces a variety of backgrounds, identities, expressions, and viewpoints. These ideals and values I hold close to my heart, and I hope you can hold them close to yours as well.

🏹 INTRODUCING MS. FACE: MIYASIA SIMS (she/her) 🌾 #meishamayhem_MxD3 εїз Hello Hello!! εїз I'm Miyasia (she/her/hers) and I am representing WPU's FACE. I'm a Junior studying Finance while minoring in Economics and plan to have this last hurrah before my last year of college. When I'm not studying, you can catch me rollerskating, knitting, or baking snacks for my friends. After graduation, I plan on building the next Children's Aid & Family Services for those in the foster system. As an adopted child, I understand the negative impact of being removed from your home and losing touch with your roots. I want to make the transition process for children as smooth and cultural as possible. A little about me: - 🦸🏽‍♀️Super junior (because everything I do is over the top) - 🌍Favorite hobby is learning languages - 𝄞 Studied music theory in HS 𝄞 - 🏳️‍⚧️A ride or die transgender ally I try to make every space I am in a safe space for people and my main goal is for others to feel respected and loved in their own skin. What is the point of having a heart if you can't share love and joy with others? ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 🏠 Children's Aid & Family Services 👪 Children’s Aid and Family Services is one of northern New Jersey’s leading nonprofit providers of services that protect and support vulnerable children, adults and families. This organization strengthens families and empowers children and adults alike to reach their fullest potential. Speaking from personal experience, CAFS makes positive lasting differences in the lives of those they serve by providing high-quality, innovative services to children, adults, and their families that advance social, educational and emotional development and wellbeing. From guiding families through the adoption process to organizing events that help adjust children to growing up adopted.

🌞 INTRODUCING MS. MUFASA: Tayvian Baker (she/her) ✨ #tempTAYtion_MxD3 Hello Everyone!! My name is Tayvian Baker ❀ and I am so honored to be representing Montclair State University, MUFASA as the first MX D3 Rep!!! Little bit about me, I am currently a senior studying Early Childhood Education! My goal is to promote inclusiveness and diversity within my classroom. And to create a safe space for my future students. My green flags include - I’m a leo. - I get free concert tickets 😉 - The BEST passenger princess Red Flags… - I’m a leo. - Constantly trying to beat wasian allegations… Outside school, you’ll find me behind the camera as UAASO’s Historian!!! More often than not, I’m usually in the ocean surfing, finding new cherry blossom spots or eating spam musubi! In my free time you can find me spending time with my friends on campus. With this year’s theme, Echos of Antiquity, I felt a strong connection, as I have been fortunate enough to grow up hearing mythology and folklore of my cultures from my family. Growing up as a Filipino Chamorro women, I’ve been privileged enough to be able to have a space where I can express and discover myself authentically. My goal as this years rep is to continue in doing so by spreading the stories of my ancestors. I’m so excited to be on this stage and proud of the performances my fellow reps will have!!! Yours Truly, Tayvi 𖤓 ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 🏫 GLSEN 🌈 Tayvian has chosen GLSEN for her Mx. Charity! GLSEN was founded by a group of teachers in 1990, where they believe every student has the right to a safe, supportive, and LGBTQ-inclusive K-12 education. “We are a national network of educators, students, and local GLSEN Chapters working to make this right a reality.” As a future educator herself, the importance of having an inclusive classroom is one of her professional goals. Making sure to cultivate a safe and supportive environment where all students, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression can feel welcomed.

🌙 INTRODUCING MR. POH: Khandy (he/him) 🍬 #sweetlikeKHANDY_MxD3 hey *✧･ﾟ:* it’s khandiana 😼 so excited to represent POH in this beautiful pageant 🥰 here’s a rundown of who i am: 🔮 name: khandaker ridwan (khandy) 🔮 pronouns: he/him 🔮 identity: bengali-american 🇧🇩 🔮 major: media studies & studio art 🔮 org: hunter college’s POH 🔮 eboard: external pr! 🔮 things that make me happy: being a support main in games❤️‍🩹, taking pictures 📸, dancing 💃🏽, exploring the city 🌆, traveling ✈️, trying new foods 🥘, walking the brooklyn 🌉 , counting stars ✨, rina sawayama & ariana grande 🎤, my bigs & my littos 🏡 & more! signing up for this pageant was one of the scariest thing's i've done but it's also been the best thing i've done 😊 through this experience, i want to make my younger self proud! i hope my presence on the mx. d3 stage can inspire people to be unapologetically proud of each and every part of themselves! (✿◠‿◠) i can't wait to take up the stage and show you all sides of who i am! until then, my khandiana stans... keep slaying ✧༺♥༻∞ ┊ ˚➶ ｡˚ ☁️ RAISING MONEY FOR: 🏥 The HOPE Foundation 🏫 The HOPE Foundation serve women and children in need in Bangladesh. Bangladesh has a high maternal, infant and child mortality rate which can be stopped mass education programs and better health services. HOPE strives to provide programs and resources for communities in need such as, building hospitals, creating emergency response teams, educating & more. Hearing the stories of my mother and the women of her family in rural Bangladesh, I wanted to choose a charity that would specifically help women and other minorities as they are often the targets of extreme sexism, misogyny and toxic masculinity. I hope by fundraising for HOPE, more people are made aware about the sexism in South Asia and strive to educate against it.