Cassandra Scalzi is a student at Brigham Young University - Idaho, seeking a degree in Marriage and Family Studies. She is married and lives in Utah, close to family. She was born in California, but considers Missouri her home, having grown up and met her husband there.

In addition to studying at BYU-I, Scalzi is also a licensed cosmetologist. She loves hair and the beauty industry, but only maintains her skills from home, serving friends and family.