Julia Furtado was crowned Miss Maine 2011 Saturday night, June 17, 2011 in Crooker Theater at Brunswick High School. she will represent Maine in Miss America 2012 pageant.Julia was also awarded the victory in the talent competition as a vocalist.
According to the Miss Maine Scholarship Program, Julia resides in Dayton and is a sophomore at the University of New England. “Miss Maine receives thousands of dollars in college scholarships, as well as a paid trip to compete for the title of Miss America,” the pageant said. “ Each contestant, regardless of placement, earns valuable college assistance.
“As a not-for-profit organization, whose primary responsibilities are to raise and award scholarships, the Miss Maine Scholarship Program also provides the young women of Maine opportunities for growth and achievement.”
