Kristin Cox's Biography

Name: Kristin Nicole Cox
Hometown: Kennewick, Washington                                                               Date of Birth:  1985

Education: Columbia Basin College (2007-Present); Kamiakin High School (2003 Graduate)

Platform Issue: Bi-Polar Disorder Awareness and Education

Scholastic/Career Ambition: Music Educator/Occupational Therapist

Talent: Alto Saxophone: “Yakety Sax” By: James Rich and Boots Randolph

Scholastic Honors: Scholar Athlete (Kamiakin High School); Regional Solo and Ensemble Contest: 2nd place saxophone quartet (2003); Nominated for most improved student in 2002 at Kamiakin High School; Member of Kamiakin High School German Club, SHOUT Club, Swing Dance Club and Drama Club (various dates).

Leadership roles: Section leader for Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Marching Band and Pep Band at Kamiakin High School (various dates); Assistant Program director for The Music and Arts Center. 

Accomplishments: Trained in Clogging (1992-1995); Punt Pass and Kick 1st place winner in Moses Lake (1996); 8 years training in Alto Saxophone; Private Lessons in Alto Saxophone (1 years); 5 years in local soccer clubs; On soccer tournament team that competed in Hawaii Cup (1998); 3 years on High School Varsity Tennis Team; 1 year on Kamiakin Cheerleading Squad; Preformed for 3 years in High School Swing Dance Club; Preformed in two theatre productions for Kamiakin High School, and one at Columbia Basin College; Received Young Women of Recognition Service Award-comparable to Eagle Scout for Men (2003); Member of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); Volunteer for Share Fest and 1^st Annual Schools United Family Festival.

Interesting Facts: I have had the opportunity to view Washington State from several different cities.  Moving frequently as a child I was able to experience life in the perspective of several communities, I am appreciative for these experiences and am happy to call Tri-Cities my home.  During my free time I enjoy camping with my family, playing my saxophone, bowling and swimming with my friends.

Employment: Sea Galley: Hostess (2003-2004); Fred Meyer Jewelers:  Sales Associate (2004); Chan Chiropractic: Chiropractic Assistant (2005); Parkinson Orthodontics: Orthodontic Assistant (2005-2006); Boys and Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties: Assistant Program Director (2006-present).

Marketing Plan: I plan to raise awareness to families and individuals affected by Bi-Polar Disorder on help available throughout the nation.  I will raise this awareness though various appearances to local agencys and through my membership in the NAMI organization.

Legacy: I will be known as the Miss Tri-Cities who rallied for the Mentally ill.  It is my top priority to inform the community on Bi-Polar disorder so it can be recognized and treated not scrutinized as an illness unknown.

Why I should be Miss Tri-Cities 2007:  It is of the utmost importance that our community understands the powerful effects that Bi-Polar Disorder can have on friends and family members afflicted.  As Miss Tri-Cities I plan to take on the duty of providing this information throughout our community.  This will also be a stepping-stone in my life long goal to become Miss America and will help raise nationwide awareness on this issue.

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