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In a ceremony that saw five beautiful and talented women from the University of La Verne compete for the title of Miss La Verne 2007, it was senior political science and Spanish major Lauren Moon who wound up winning the hearts of the judges and the crowd Saturday night.

When someone hears the words beauty pageant, images of rhinestone studded tiaras, fake tears and amateur talent showcases may invade her brain.

Amid an atmosphere reminiscent of Las Vegas casino nights – complete with playing cards, dice and Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra tunes – Sandy Fernandez, a senior business major at the University of La Verne, was awarded Miss Congeniality and then crowned Miss La Verne 2006 to her speechless surprise on Feb. 11 in Founders Auditorium.