Back in the day , CNN 's Kat Kinsman was an awkward teen with no date to the prom . She thought about not attending but decided to take a chance and go anyway . School officials tried to discourage her but she forged ahead and went solo . The decision was a boost to her confidence and helped her avoid other social situations .
Back in the 1990s , CNN 's Kat Kinsman was an awkward teen with no date to the prom . Kinsman thought about not attending but decided to take a chance and go anyway . School faculty tried to discourage her but she forged ahead and attended solo . The decision was a boost to her confidence and helped her navigate other social situations .