International Society Daughters of Utah Pioneers, in partnership with Days of ’47, Inc., is pleased to announce the 2026 Royalty: Queen Lindsey Christenson, Attendants Daniela Bergantz, and Sarah Lowry.
Queen Lindsey Christensen is attending Brigham Young University, majoring in Experience Design and advanced Spanish. Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society is one of her scholarly accomplishments. A goal she has is to learn French and American Sign Language. She has formal training in flute and piano. Lindsey is CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. Her community service efforts include food pantries, refugee assistance programs, community storehouse operations, and library service. She also served a Spanish-speaking mission for her church. She is very competitive and loves playing sports, especially volleyball. Lindsay is grateful to be a descendant of faithful, hardworking pioneers whose perseverance through challenges shaped the values she carries today. Linsday is the daughter of Sheri and Brent Christenson who reside in Ft. Worth, TX.
Attendant Daniela Bergantz is a pre-nursing student at the University of UT. Singing, ballroom and ballet dancing are some of her talents. She has volunteered at Hobe Kids Cancer Camp and Hope Foundation to improve orphanages and promote literacy in Mexico. Her hobbies include sewing, water coloring, gardening, and motivational speaking. She has a goal to participate in humanitarian nursing trips to 3 rd world countries, become a health educator in women’s cancer research and nutrition and to teach English in Africa. She served a mission for her church. Daniela is the daughter of Lisa and Daniel Bergantz who reside in Stansbury Park, UT.
Attendant Sarah Lowry is pursuing a degree in accounting at the University of UT, committed to academic excellence, with a goal to become a CPA. She is a trained singer, while staying active playing tennis, golf, hiking, and pickleball. Her hobbies reflect her commitment to personal growth, discipline, and enjoying life with purpose. She has led service projects through “My Hometown”, which directly benefit her local community. She is passionate about becoming the best version of herself and using opportunities to uplift and inspire others. Sarah is the daughter of Stacy and Jeremy Lowry who reside in Murray, UT.
The trio was chosen during a scholarship competition. A panel of five judges evaluated their responses during live interviews and video submissions centered on this year’s theme, “Like ~Learn ~ Love PIONEERS.” Their goals, accomplishments, poise, leadership, community service, and being a direct descendant of a Utah pioneer who came to the Salt Lake Valley between 1847 and May 10, 1869 were other qualifications. During their reign, the Royalty will attend many events for Days of ’47, International Society Daughters of Utah Pioneers, in addition to speaking at youth, church, community and civic organizations. The Royalty strives to honor the legacy of Utah Pioneers and Utah’s collective heritage by involving themselves within the community throughout the year, endeavoring to install awareness, a greater understanding, and appreciation of the faith, fortitude, and courage of the trailblazers of our state. These women are ambassadors for Days of ’47, International Society Daughters of Utah Pioneers and the State of UT. To schedule an appearance by ISDUP/Days of `47 Royalty members, contact Constance Huntsman, daysof47royalty@gmail.com .