The 22 years old beauty hails from Suffern. She grew up in a first generation Albanian household where she was raised with the values and culture of her country. She began working full-time at the age of 16 while attending school. Serena graduated from Monroe Woodbury high school and went to Rockland Community College for two years where she majored in Criminal Justice. She was fortunate enough to land a 3 year modeling contract with Major Models in New York City. She is tall, gorgeous and talented, and can easily conquer any pageant with her undying poise and beauty.