What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
Being that I am not a completely crazy or adventurous person, I would have to say that my adventure in the Waipio Valley of Hawaii with friends and family was one of the craziest experiences I ever had. From coasting down the side of a cliff at an incredibly steep incline, to traveling through rivers, and sinking into 4 feet of mud while in a rented SUV; my spur of the moment trip to Waipio was one of the craziest moments of my life.

Please list any schools and universities you have attended or are attending. What was your area of study? What year did you finish at the school? What degree or certificate, if any, did you receive?.
High School: Fairfield High School; Year Completed: 2004
College: The University of Scranton; Area of Study: Political Science;

Please list any honors/awards you have received in the past 2 years?
The National Deans list - have been named to this for 3 years

Are you currently employed? If so, what is your current occupation?

What are your strongest talents?
My strongest talent is my passion. My passion triggers my drive and determination and allows me to compete and chase after what I want most. I am a goal oriented young woman; I strive for greatness while maintaining my core values. I keep my moral values close to my heart throughout all I do; which is one of the reasons I chose to attend a Jesuit University. A strong sense of commitment and character coinciding with compassion and dignity. My passion for ballet has allotted me some of the best moments of my life while performing on stage, using my body as a tool to convey a message. My passion for school has allowed me to become a successful student, and I hope to continue onward by someday fulfilling my career ambitions. I am also passionate about my family and in remembering those whom I love and those who have treated me with respect. Without a passion in our lives, our personalities turn to dust. We have nothing to strive for, nothing to work towards. Passion breeds hard work, love, and success

Name one personal accomplishment (in addition to being a State Titleholder) that makes you especially proud.
One of my greatest accomplishments happened at a very early age. I have had a certain talent for art and creativity all of my life, but while in 4th grade my greatest dreams came true. I created an ornament which was chosen to hang on a Christmas tree in the White House during the Holiday season. I was able to travel to Washington DC with my family, and experience a tour of the White House. The entire experience was so beautiful. The feeling of Christmas, the glory of Washington, and the special feeling of being with my family for such a splendid occasion was just spectacular. The entire experience was simply honoring. My mother had also just come out of the hospital, so this event greatly lifted her spirits. I believe that it was this time spent in Washington that spurred my love for politics, and my interest in history. From that moment on, I knew that I wanted to involve myself in a political climate.

List your hobbies and favorite activities.
Ballet
Ukrainian Dance
Golf
Watching Mets Baseball
Travel - especially trips to Walt Disney World,Bermuda, and Hawaii
Reading
Visiting Museums
Volunteering
Appreciating fine dining
Ukrainian Art and Culture

What is the most important thing you want the judges to know about you?
Dear judges, I am passionate and driven, I believe in good morals and family values and would never disappoint the Miss Universe organization, for I am not reckless in anyway. I love my family more than anything and I appreciate all they have given me in my 21 years on this earth. I believe that success comes from hard work and practice. Nothing is given to you in this life, and if you want something you must work for it; and earn it yourself. I believe that beauty is natural and one's appearance should never be altered; for that person loses their true beauty and character with each nip, tuck, and tweak. I believe in justice and in the benefits of helping others when it is deserved. My father is a police lieutenant and I believe in all of the core values he has taught me. My grandfather was a firefighter, and I have retained his passion and love for the community. I am intelligent and strong willed. I want to be Miss USA with all of my heart, mind, and soul. The opportunity to compete in this pageant is the greatest opportunity that I have ever been given. I promise to wow and inspire you, and be the absolute best candidate from Connecticut that you have ever seen. I understand that the task of being Miss USA is a demanding job. But I am an excellent speaker, I have zero fear of an audience or the public, I juggle my busy schedule with ease, I am confident, honest, prepared, obedient, and I want this honor more than anyone. I believe in defending good morals, and all that I feel is right. I am not afraid to speak my mind, for I feel that this is a necessity if one wants to succeed in the world. I believe in the importance of intelligence in having a strong mind; education is my top priority I want this accolade not only for me, but for my family, for my community, for my heritage, and for my future. Thank you judges. Sincerely, Jacqueline Honulik