An evening of talent, confidence and scholarship is coming to UAB as Student Affairs prepares to host the 2027 Miss UAB Scholarship Competition on Sunday, Nov. 8. This year's competition will feature 11 contestants competing for the title of Miss UAB with the theme "A League of Their Own."

Lacey Gilkey, Miss UAB 2024, will serve as the host for the evening, guiding audiences through a competition that celebrates the talents, leadership, poise and accomplishments of UAB students. Contestants will showcase their individual talents and personalities while competing for scholarship awards and the opportunity to represent UAB at the Miss Alabama Competition next summer.

The event will take place at the Alys Stephens Center's Jemison Concert Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the competition beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, Nov. 8

Time: 5:30 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)

Location: Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall

Admission:

General public: $20

Children (ages 3-10): $5

UAB faculty and staff (with Blazer ID): $10

UAB students (with Blazer ID): Free

Established in 1983, the Miss UAB Scholarship Competition has been an official preliminary competition to the Miss Alabama and Miss America pageants since 1993. The annual event provides students with an opportunity to develop their leadership, communication and presentation skills while competing for scholarships that support their educational goals.