Name: Ariel Beverly

Local Title: Miss East Central

Hometown: Springfield, IL

Education: Illinois State University  Major: Art Teacher Education

Platform Issue: Advocating for Arts Education

Talent: Vocal

Get to know Ariel: 

Greatest Non-Academic Achievement: Nationally ranked #6 for flute in 2012.

Favorite Food: Panda Express

Favorite Gadget: Kitchen Aid Mixer

Secret wish or dream? I would love to backpack across Europe with all of my closest friends.

What is one important thing you have learned from being in the Miss America Program?

How to support other women.