From Campus to Crown | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Twenty-two-year-old Megan Meek, a recent grad from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, just snagged a top-ten spot at the state pageant—and she’s headed to Orlando for Nationals. Fresh off winning fun fitness and academic achievement awards, she’s turning heads not just for her poise but for her hustle: learning heels, practicing speeches around her house, and building a sisterhood with fellow first-timers. Beyond the glitter and gowns, Meek sees pageants as a confidence booster and a platform to inspire young women—especially in STEM—to chase dreams without limits. With…