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A New Era of Leadership

Meet Our 2008
Queen and Court

2008 Miss Asian America Pageant
Stephanie Wong, Miss Community Service
Shan Yu, Miss Scholastic Achievement
Stephanie Karlik, Miss Asian Third Princess
Mary Saleh, Miss Asian First Princess & Miss Asian California
Louisa Liu, Miss Asian America & Miss Talent
Nina Kasuga, Miss Asian Second Princess
Chelsea Kuo, Miss Congeniality

Louisa Liu, Miss Asian America

Louisa Liu

Miss Asian America & Miss Talent

  • Mary Saleh, Miss Asian First Princess & Miss Asian California
  • Nina Kasuga, Miss Asian Second Princess
  • Stephanie Karlik, Miss Asian Third Princess
  • Lisa Ma, Miss Asian San Francisco
  • Chelsea Kuo, Miss Congeniality
  • Shan Yu, Miss Scholastic Achievement
  • Stephanie Wong, Miss Community Service
  • Veronica Sartori, Miss Photogenic

San Francisco, CA — August 23, 2008 — The 23rd Annual Miss Asian America Pageant took place in grandeur at the Palace of Fine Arts, featuring 21 remarkable delegates. Among them, Louisa Liu, a 21-year-old UC Berkeley psychology student, stood out as Miss Asian America and Miss Talent, showcasing exceptional grace and cultural pride.

Mary Saleh secured the titles of Miss Asian First Princess and Miss Asian California, while Nina Kasuga earned the distinction of Miss Asian Second Princess. Stephanie Karlik was recognized as Miss Asian Third Princess. Additionally, Lisa Ma was crowned Miss Asian San Francisco, Chelsea Kuo was honored with the title of Miss Congeniality, and Shan Yu was celebrated for her scholastic achievements. Stephanie Wong was bestowed with the title of Miss Community Service, and Veronica Sartori was recognized as Miss Photogenic.

The pageant contestants adorned themselves in traditional attire from their respective ethnic backgrounds, illuminating the stage with the rich tapestry of Asian cultures. Representing diverse Asian American heritages, these accomplished young women collectively radiated unity through their unique strengths.

Since her pageant win, Louisa Liu has reflected on the invaluable lessons gained from the experience, emphasizing the importance of socializing, networking, and presenting oneself effectively. Liu has continued to excel in the fashion industry, helping others look and feel their best.

Pageant Night and Activities

Treasured Memories

Photography by Jet Photo, Tyler Vu & Calvin Jeng

Each Delegate has a Story to Share

Meet the Delegates

Legacy Keepsakes

Commemorate Pageant Night

Saturday, August 23, 2008
Palace of Fine Arts
San Francisco, CA

Thank you to our event supporters

Our 2008 Sponsors

Jenny Chin
Chinese American · Age: 20 · San Francisco, CA

Janet Cruz
Filipino/Spanish/Danish American · Age: 23 · San Francisco, CA

Joy Dai
Chinese American · Age: 22 · Goleta, CA

Allyn Hoang
Vietnamese American · Age: 20 · Dallas, TX

Amanda Igaki
Japanese American · Age: 24 · Loveland, CO

Stephanie Karlik
Taiwanese/Portuguese/Scotch-Irish American · Age: 24 · Las Vegas, NV

Nina Kasuga
Japanese American · Age: 20 · Gilbert, AZ

Chelsea Kuo
Taiwanese/Japanese American · Age: 22 · Davis, CA

Elizabeth Leong
Chinese American · Age: 22 · San Mateo, CA

Louisa Liu
Chinese American · Age: 21 · Sunnyvale, CA

Frances Lu
Chinese/Vietnamese American · Age: 19 · San Francisco, CA

Lisa Ma
Vietnamese/Chinese American · Age: 20 · San Francisco, CA

Nicole Narlock
Filipino/German American · Age: 22 · Sacramento, CA

Christine Oh
Korean American · Age: 26 · Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

Sawitree Rasmeloungon
Thai, Chinese American · Age: 25 · Herndon, VA

Mary Saleh
Afghan/Turkish/Persian American · Age: 20 · Cupertino, CA

Veronica Sartori
Chinese/Italian American · Age: 20 · Fremont, CA

Luketan Somnasang
Thai American · Age: 23 · Portland, OR

Julie Tam
Chinese American · Age: 26 · South Lake Tahoe, CA

Share Vuong
Chinese American · Age: 22 · San Jose, CA

Stephanie Wong
Chinese American · Age: 23 · Santa Clara, CA

Amanda Yoshida
Japanese American · Age: 21 · Huntington Beach, CA

Shan Yu
Chinese American · Age: 26 · Richmond, CA

Our Legacy

A Look Back at Our Past Queens & Delegates