Wiley University is proud to present the 2025 Miss UNCF Wiley University candidates. These student leaders embody scholarship, service, and Wiley pride as they raise funds to support educational opportunities through the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
To support a candidate, visit bit.ly/GiveWileyUToday and, under “Donation Designation,” select “UNCF Candidate Miss [Candidate Name].”
The candidate who raises the highest amount will be crowned Miss UNCF Wiley University 2025 - 2026.
JaNija Andrea Baysinger is a junior Business Management major from Dallas, Texas. She is a proud PHI member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, a council member of the Wiley University dance team, Wild Dynasty, and previously served as a Wiley cheerleader during the 2023–2024 academic year. She is guided by her favorite quote: “I don’t aspire to lead for power but to serve with purpose.”
Cirstyn Davis is a junior majoring in Early Childhood Education from Marshall, Texas. She is a proud member of the Melvin B. Tolson and Denzel Washington Forensics Society, widely known as The Great Debaters. Cirstyn also serves as a Community Assistant and the Vice Chairlady of Bloom Academy. Her favorite quote is, “Kindness is not weakness; it’s strength wrapped in grace.”
Ka’Lei Faggett is a junior Accounting major from Marshall, Texas. She is actively involved on campus as a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, a participant in the Student Union Activities Board (SUAB), and a Hearing Officer. She also serves as Miss Congeniality for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. A dedicated scholar, Ka’Lei has earned a place on the President’s List three times. Grounded in her faith, she draws inspiration from Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you… plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jade Pentecost is a junior Early Childhood Education major from Marshall, Texas. She serves as an Executive Member of the Student Union Activities Board and as a member of the Pre-Alumni Council. Jade is also a Campus Ambassador for Historically Black Since and a founding member of the Wiley Marching Band. Her guiding scripture is Psalm 27:1: “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?”
