Grace Stanke

Grace Stanke: Miss America 2023 and Nuclear Engineer

Grace Stanke is an American nuclear engineer and beauty queen who was crowned Miss America 2023, representing Wisconsin. Grace Stanke combined her pageant title with advocacy for clean energy and STEM education.

Engineer and Titleholder

A nuclear engineering student, Grace Stanke used her year as Miss America to promote nuclear energy and encourage young women to pursue science and engineering careers. She played violin as her onstage talent.

Advocacy and Career

Grace Stanke has continued working in the nuclear-energy field while sharing her advocacy with a growing online audience.

Signature Style

Smart and driven, Grace Stanke represents a modern, STEM-focused image of the pageant world.