The PNMA has been entirely organized by students since it began in 1966. The winner and finalists are chosen by students representing every club, organization, and sport on campus. The PNMA winner receives a prize of $1,000 and each finalist receives one hundred dollars.

At this time I’d like you to meet the five finalists for this year’s award.Each finalist has chosen someone special in their lives to introduce them. They have also selected a special song that will accompany pictures of their journey in life so far. First up, speaking on behalf of Heidi Diaz is Milagros Villalobos.