Miss Kayli Ariyana Smith, an Alabama native, is a senior nutrition major whose journey at Prairie View A&M University has been marked by faith, leadership, and service. She believes that true leadership is not only measured by victories but also by the lessons found in trials, both of which have shaped her into a woman of strength and purpose. Her campus involvement reflects her commitment to serving others and creating impact. She has served as a mentor for First-Year Experience students, the lead ambassador for the Panthers’ Fostering Success Program, and is a proud member of the Zeta Gamma Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

After a successful tenure as Miss Junior 2024–2025, Kayli now continues her journey of leadership as the 93rd Miss Prairie View A&M University. Her reign is anchored in the GOLD Standard—Grace, Ownership, Legacy, and Dedication. With this platform, Kayli intends to be a queen who uplifts, inspires, and serves. She embodies grace in her actions, ownership of her responsibility as a student leader, a commitment to leaving a lasting legacy, and dedication to the advancement of her peers and community. She seeks to inspire, uplift, and empower her peers while leaving a legacy of excellence on The Hill. Looking toward the future, Kayli plans to pursue a Master’s in Dietetics, complete her dietetic internship, and obtain her Registered Dietitian credential. Her career goals include becoming a leading sports dietitian while working with extension programs to provide nutrition education and resources for low-income minority communities. As queen and beyond, she is dedicated to being a vessel of service, empowerment, and Panther Pride.