Zeta Graduate Member at Large Newsletter

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Welcome to 2014 Boule’ Greetings my Dear Graduate Sorors!

It is a pleasure to greet you in the name of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, and on behalf of the National Executive Board and the thousands of Finer Women around the world.

Historical Boule’ Facts Zeta’s New Strategic Plan Zeta Amicae Women

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Members at Large

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Executive Director

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Host Region

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Protocol

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Meeting

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Life Journey

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Parliamentary Procedures

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NCAA Divisions

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National

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ZOL

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Strategic Planning

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Zeta Amicae

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Life Member

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Welcome to the 2014 Boulé in Washington, DC where 24th International Grand President it all began on Friday, January 16, 1920, at Howard University by five beautiful, undergraduate young women. Congratulations to Soror Patricia E. Jones, National Graduate Member-at-Large, on the production of The Graduate Gathering – The Boulé Edition. Great idea!

This is my first Boulé as the International Grand Basileus of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated and I am excited because I want the best for the sisterhood. We need to accomplish all of the business of Zeta, make important decisions about OUR house, elect new officers, remember our deceased sorors, rededicate to our sisterhood, recognize our Zeta Doves, award our sorors, chapters, regions and states for their outstanding accomplishments, attend great workshops, and have some fun.

As we move through our 94th year of service know that we are only great when we work together. Always remember "It's about ZETA"! Let us remain energized, excited and committed to what we can offer and do for this great sisterhood and the world. Continue serving your communities and promoting finer womanhood as you help others excel through mind, body and spirit. Sorors, let us unite in one spirit for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated as we keep Building on the Principles of Zeta While Blazing New Paths.

Mary Mary Breaux Wright International Grand Basileus Service • Scholarship • Sisterhood • Finer Womanhood

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Patricia E. Jones ~ Graduate Member at Large I feel am so blessed to be able to deliver this very informative ―Graduate Gathering Newsletter‖ The Boule’ Edition. It is my complete confidences that you will find information that will not only enlighten you but have you saying I did not know that!

As I traveled to all 8 regions and 18 state meetings, as your national Graduate Member at Large, I found there were many concerns and answered many of questions. I informed over 1,500 sorors of the duties of this office; that it is to be the voice of the graduate members and I am to be hands on and available.

I am currently working with the National Director of Programs emphasizing the American Cancer Society. It is near and dear to my heart because I am a two year survivor of breast cancer. I like to thank the Eastern Region especially for supplying me with a nurse during their conference, which help to energize me and allowed me to keep on - keeping on! I have also penned a Transitional Ceremony to help welcome the undergraduates to the graduate chapters. I have had several conversations with the national undergraduate officers and other undergraduates and graduate sorors and appreciate their input.

With that thought in mind, I have submitted for this Boule’ an amendment to the definition of the office of National Graduate Member at Large. She should be responsible for the Members at Large to ensure they get all information of the workings of the sorority. Also, to let them know they have a contact person and they are not alone as Graduate Members at Large. As your representative I truly believe in face time, and I am here for you now and throughout the Boule’.

I would like to say thank you to all the contributors of this inaugural Graduate Gathering Newsletter “Boule’ Edition” and the upcoming “ZOL Edition” newsletter, which will inform and educate you on how to be a great leader through our ZOL programs. Between this publications and the next one, look out for periodical news blast via electronic means.

In closing, look for me at the 2014 Boule’ in Washington D.C. and let me know that you have read the Graduate Gathering Newsletter and I will have a nice gift for you. Welcome and enjoy the Boule’, if you need me call on me!

I am a two year

Survivor of Breast Cancer.

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

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first two Regional Conferences held in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.?

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From the Desk of the Executive Director

I bring you greetings from the spirit of 1734 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington D.C., where the business affairs of our beloved Zeta is handled daily. As we embark upon a new fiscal year, I strongly encourage you to remain prepared and committed as members of our beloved Sorority through your chapters, states and regions. Be a voice for the voiceless women

and children in your community; stewards of our principles Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood, recruiters of , women from all disciplines that embody the spirit of our beloved sorority while conducting the business of Zeta P h i B e t a S o r o r i t y Incorporated.

I wish you tremendous success on your endeavors as you majestically don our royal blue and white in a community that will need your full participation and energy. Never tire in your effort to always represent our beloved Sisterhood at its very best.

Stacye Montez Executive Director Of Zeta‘s Headquarters Washington, D.C.

National Chaplain’s ~~ Prayer for Grand Boule’ We come before you Father God to welcome your presence in our 2014 Grand Boule’. We give you respect and acknowledge you as our Creator and Provider. Help us to continue to build on the principles of Zeta while blazing new paths and accomplish our goals while displaying your character.

Guide our hearts and our minds in the spirit of joy, fairness, right thoughts and enthusiasm.

Impart your divine wisdom and insight in us, so that we can lead with integrity. Help us to do our part in kind words and loving deeds.

We are perfectly united in our common understanding with the same focus to achieve high standards and operate with the spirit of

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excellence, for the advancement of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Thank you in advance for a successful conclusion of this Grand Boule’. We ask that your divine covering, hedge of protection, safety and blessings be loosed on everyone in attendance; International Grand Basileus Mary Breaux Wright, guest, and all tiers of leadership in their respectful places. I declare and decree that this Grand Boule’ will be progressive and productive.

We are equipped, empowered and engaged for Zeta service because we are better together.

In Jesus Name Amen.

Rev. Dr. Pamela Williams Bethea National Chaplain

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GREETINGS! FROM THE HOST REGION

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With esteemed honor and pride, International Grand Basileus Mary Breaux Wright, T. Diane Surgeon, Esq. Eastern Regional Director, the Eastern Regional Executive Board, the Sorors and Amicae of the Eastern Region of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. cordially invite you to celebrate our 2014 Grand Boule' in beautiful, historic Washington, DC July 15, 2014 through July 19, 2014 in the regal, magnificent splendor of the Washington Hilton 1919 Connecticut Avenue NW Washington, DC 20009. We look forward to greeting you royally - HOME. . . To The EASTERN WHERE IT ALL BEGAN! Whether you come by plane, train or car; near or far, from the moment you arrive, you will experience our famous Royal Blue and White Welcome as only the Electrifying Eastern Region can deliver!

This year's engaging theme "Blazing New Paths: The Power of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood" will set the tone for this highly professional, motivating service and leadership Boule'. As you return HOME. . . To The EASTERN WHERE IT ALL BEGAN, reflect for just a few minutes: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is an international organization founded January 16, 1920 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, DC by five coeds on the precepts of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. Today, with well over 120,000 members in the United States, Africa, Korea, Japan, Germany, England, Belgium, Bahamas, and the United Arabs of the Emirates the Eastern Region's first International Chapter chartered On May 23, 2014. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. through its Graduate and Undergraduate Chapters and Auxiliaries, has positively enriched the lives of millions of women, men and children. Zeta is extremely proud of the many wonderful community partnerships we have formed over the past 94 years. Whether administering Zeta‘s Helping Other People Excel (Z-HOPE) programs, giving scholarships and financial assistance through our National Education Foundation, educating the community through our forty-year partnership with the March of Dimes, or helping elders and their families properly and timely prepare for their long term care

Stacye Montez Executive Director

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needs through our new, phenomenal National Elder Care Initiative ZetaCARES™, Zetas provide valuable, impactful service around the world by volunteering and serving in communities.

Your attendance at our 2014 Grand Boule' and active participation in the business sessions, professional workshops, inspirational social and fellowship functions and other professional and personal empowering events will ensure Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. will continue to effectively serve our sisterhood, communities and indeed our world from a position of substantial and sustained power and influence.

That is service and caring of which we can be very proud!!

At each Boule', Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. embraces a local community service agency that exemplifies our mission of service. This year we have selected the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH-W) - The Premier Retirement Community for America's Veterans which provides top-rated long-term care for its military retiree residents regardless to ability to pay. We are proud to provide substantial financial and program support to the AFRH-W.

Sorors, Welcome Home - Come . . .

Synergize With the Eastern Region Where It All Began!!

Sincerely,

T. Diane Surgeon T. Diane Surgeon, Esq. 19th Eastern Regional Director

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Zeta First Responder Team was in Full Effect for the 2014 Boule’ It has been my pleasure to work with Soror Tara Lockett MS-HCM, RN Neuroscience Nurse, of the Southeastern Region, on creating the official Zeta First Responder Team for Boule 2014.

This team will be on call for the duration of our Boule, and will attend t o any medical emergencies that may arise among the attendees. I have secured an official Zeta First Responder Room which will be listed in the Boule Guidebook and the entire First Responder Team will be issued special badges which will identify them as such.

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First Responders may function with a limited amount of equipment. They respond to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to ill and injured patients. Among their other qualifications are: Ability to function in uncommon situations Possess basic understanding of stress response and methods to ensure personal well-being Understand basic medical-legal principles

A team of ten (10) Sorors, including Soror Lockett, has signed on to be on call at the Boule. The members are listed below: Soror Tara A.Lockett, MS-HCM, RN -(Team Leader) Soror Marie C. Cornwall, RN, MS, ANP-BC, PHD © Soror Tjwana Dennis-Jenkins, RN, CWCN Soror JoanneMcDougal Patterson, MSN, RN Soror Deanna Andrews, CPT, RN, MS, CNOR Soror Tajmah Kelley, MSN, APRN-BC Soror JuTun Andrews-King RN, MSN FNP-C Soror Berthlyn Scoulios, CPNP Soror Pamela Clanton, CRNA,MSN Soror Stephanie Cox BSN-RN I want to thank these Sorors for volunteering to serve in this capacity, because they are truly an example of the phrase "My Sister's Keeper". They will be there for all of us and it is comforting to know that a well organized team has been put in place to address any medical emergencies that may arise at the Grand Boule.

Soror Valerie Hollingsworth National Director of Strategic Planning

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Celebrates Centennial at 2020 Boule’ Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded on January 16, 1920 on the campus of Howard University. ...where it all began. The Zetas have a royal blue and white tree decorated beautifully to signify its beginning. ….next to the royal blue and white tree representing Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The two groups represent the only Greek organizations that are constitutionally bound to one another as true sisters and brothers. No other Greek fraternity or sorority can say that. Sigmas and Zetas are the only ones that exist in such a

manner. We are very special in very many ways. We are each other’s keepers and representing all the way. We acknowledge our principles and live by them daily. Zeta’s founders were: Arizonia Cleaver Simmons, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Viola Tyler Goings, Fannie Pettie and Anna Pearl Neal. Zeta’s foundation was built on the following principles: Finer Womanhood, Scholarship, Sisterhood and Service. The Sigma’s foundation was built on the following principles: Brotherhood, Scholarship and Service.

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Zetas Are Finer Women and Don’t Haze Stand up and make a difference. A national coalition has been formed by Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and the National Action Network to bring awareness to the problem of hazing. The national coalition has developed anti-hazing curriculum training programs as well as support materials. The coalition is asking all fraternities, sororities, civic organizations, academic institutions, politicians, celebrities and concerned citizens to support a full-scale effort to

eliminate hazing culture from society. It will push for federal anti-hazing legislation against violators to ensure consistency in the laws from one state to the next and to stop violators from hurting or killing innocent people.

The national coalition will conduct a major media campaign to bring awareness to the problem of hazing and develop anti-hazing curriculum training programs and support materials.

Zetas Developing Partnerships All Over Partnerships make a difference. Zetas stand up and make numbers count. We believe in helping others and believe in our national program Z-HOPE. Zetas Helping Others Excel. People are our important resources and we strive to make the world a better place for all mankind. Zetas are committed to Service, Scholarship, Sisterhood & Finer Womanhood.

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“Blazing New Paths to Protocol - You Deserve It” Sorors Sheryl A. Collins, Kimberly C. Pope, and Dana M. Moore The National Protocol & Amenities Team Sorors, it has been our pleasure to serve as the National Directors of Protocol and Amenities. We launched the revised protocol manual in August 2013. Since then, we have provided numerous trainings and workshops to many of you throughout the country, assisted with regional and state conferences, regional and state board meetings, fielded questions regarding attire at ceremonies, provided amenities tips, and ensured to the best of our ability that protocol was extended according to Madam Grand’s vision. It is our hope that you will continue implementing protocol and providing various amenities at all times while we continue Building on the Principles of Zeta While Blazing New Paths. We are here to assist you for the Love of Zeta.

Below are some Boulé protocol tips:  Prepare accordingly.

Make sure you pack the required essentials (e.g. prescriptions, vitamins, pocket-sized first-aid kit/sewing kit, contact lens solution, extra pairs of hosiery) and the appropriate attire for each event (e.g. suits for business sessions, uninterrupted white for necrology/rededication, and After-Five for the Opening Program and Awards Banquet). Be mindful of the airline restrictions for luggage – are you over or under 50 lbs.? 

Wear comfortable shoes. There may be a lot of walking so make certain you are outfitted for the trek. Bring your cute and fabulous heels, but wear your cute and comfortable flats until you arrive at your destination.

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Bring your electronic devices and chargers. Technology and informationsharing has evolved tremendously over the past five years. Remain engaged and be ready to take notes at the business sessions and workshops.

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Use discretion.

Avoid discussing Zeta business in public forums (e.g. elevators, lobbies, restrooms). We want to ensure that Zeta’s reputation exemplifies Finer Womanhood at all times.

Remember to tip. When someone helps you, please and thank you may not be enough; money talks! Carry small denominations of money with you so that you don’t have to locate an ATM machine when you reach your destination.

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Sheryl A. Collins National Protocol Director

See you At Boulé!

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From the Meeting Planner‘s Pen…….

Working for Zeta Phi Beta as a meeting planner gives me a sense of joy in that I know I have done and will always do the best for my sorority. I know that most of my sisters don’t understand my role as a meeting planner and whenever they call, text or email I will do my best to help or give them the proper information to solve their problems.

The work situation with Zeta is very different from what most meeting planners experience with other organizations. Zeta likes the personal touch and the sisters want to feel and know that you care and will go that extra mile to help. Although Zeta does not offer the resources most meeting planners need to work efficiently, being a part of this sisterhood makes me want to try and do things that seem impossible just for the betterment of Zeta.

Some people would say that a true meeting planner is a glutton for punishment simply because they are constantly taking on difficult tasks. The work of meeting and convention planners may be considered either stressful or energizing, but there is no question that it is fast-paced and demanding. Planners oversee multiple operations at one time, face numerous deadlines and orchestrate the activities of several different groups of people. Meeting and convention planners spend the majority of their time in offices, but during meetings, they work on-site at the hotel, convention center or other meeting locations. They travel regularly to attend meetings and to visit prospective meeting sites.

The extent of travel depends upon the type of organization for which the planner works.

Mercedes Alexander National Meeting Planner

Work hours can be long and irregular, with planners working 40-70 hours a week in the time leading up to a meeting.

During the meetings or conventions, planners may work very long days, starting as early as 5:00 a.m. and working until midnight. Some physical activity is required, including long hours of standing and walking and some lifting and carrying. Planners must have the personality to be able to work with the public and with workers from diverse backgrounds.

If any of you are interested in coming into the field of meeting and convention planning I want you to know that there is a great difference in being a wedding/ party planner and the professional field of meeting planning. There is actually a certification (CMP – Certified Meeting Planner) that is required by some corporations to work for them in this field. CMP certification is widely recognized in the industry and helps tremendously in career advancement. Degrees in Hospitality and Hotel Management are now being offered in colleges and universities around the country. If you start out with a degree in hospitality or hotel management your chances of grabbing that dream job of working with a large company having exceptional travel experiences and meeting people in all walks of life can become a reality.

Some of the skills needed to be successful in this area include:  The ability to consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.

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Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays and other event needs.

Coordinate services for the event, such as accommodation and transportation for attendees, facilities, catering, signage displays special needs requirements and event security.

Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants and resolution of any problems that arise.

Confer with staff and volunteers at event to coordinate details.

Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events can be improved.

Evaluate and select providers of services according to event requirements.

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Must show attention to detail.

Jobs requires being pleasant with others and show a cooperative attitude.

You must be reliable, responsible and always dependable.

Job requires integrity – being honest and ethical.

Self-Control – you must maintain composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Show a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.

Stress Tolerance – you must be able to accept criticism and deal calmly with high stress situations.

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT 2. Who are the signers of our Articles of Incorporation on March 30, 1923?

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My Journey Through Life

Soror Scarlet H. Black National First Anti-Basileus

ZETA is my ―Core Being‖

My journey in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was really a charge to keep. I do not know anything else but Zeta. Coming through (what I call) the Zeta system, prepared me for much of who I am today in life. Zeta is in my ―core being.‖ I was a Zeta youth, debutante, scholarship recipient, and a legacy. Along the journey, I listened, studied the sorority’s structure, policies, etc., and watched phenomenal leaders in our phenomenal sorority execute the duties they were either assigned, appointed, or elected to do. To be perceived as a leader, you have to align yourself with practicing leaders. To

do this, I had to be present in the moment, participate, and attend meetings, events, activities, conferences. Often, it was not easy with school, home, church, family and all of the other things that constitute one’s life. However, I made a commitment and I was always taught that when a commitment is made you follow through……”for to whom much is given, much is required.” I also watched my Zeta mother, her Zeta friends, and women across the spectrum of our sorority. I wanted to emulate how they carried themselves as women with dignity, grace, and class.

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to achieve and the journey is always a work in progress.

However, the image of a Zeta woman interacting in the world with dignity, grace, and class is a beautiful view to behold and is something that stayed with me. There is not a day that goes by where I forget what I have learned by being a member and consequently a leader in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. As my mother always told me, “No one owes you anything and you are not entitled. Folks want to see hard work and sweat equity. People are not fooled. Honey, with anything that you do, always remember, let the work count.”

Without hard work, you are just there in name only and folks know the difference.

National Chaplain’s Desk

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3. What were the home states of our Five Pearls before they came to Howard University?

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As a Certified Chaplain, Pastoral Psychologist and Counselor, I am humbled and honored to serve this great Sorority as National Chaplain. My Vision and Plans are that Local, State, and Regional Chaplains would operate effectively on all levels. Memorial Resolutions are given in honor of Triumphant Sorors’ on all levels through the Chaplains Reporting Process form, so that everybody would be on one accord by following the established protocol. National E- Cards, Prayer Cards and Mailed Cards would be sent using the same process. When you are faced with planning the funeral for a loved one or sorority sister, consider having a Memorial Resolution as part

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of the ceremony. This tribute is traditionally part of a funeral or memorial service. During the funeral, a Triumphant Sorors’ Resolution and a Eulogy may both be given; the difference between the two is presentation and formality. The Sorors’ Eulogy is a freely written speech with no format and a Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc Triumphant Sorors’ Memorial Resolution is formal and written to the specification of the sorority; showing deep appreciation, gratitude and respect for what the deceased Soror contributed to the sorority and the Sorors’ family in a specific format of title, introductions, whereas statements, and therefore let it be resolved statements. It follows a specific format and becomes part of the

Chapter’s official records and is given to the Sorors’ families. Your resolution tribute will create a lasting memory for the surviving family members, sorority sisters and friends.

Two of my favourite quotes that speak volumes through life’s grief’s and transitioning periods are: Yesterday is a memory, tomorrow is a mystery and today is a gift.

Which is why it is called the present. (Anon) While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. (J Taylor)

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Voice of the Mississippi State

Vanessa R. Banks

Our “Zeta Light” must shine at all times

You must meet people where they are and lead them to where they need to be.

I am honored to serve as the Mississippi State Director. Thank you International Grand Basileus Wright for entrusting me with the stewardship of this great state. “Team Mississippi” consists of over 950 financially active sorors, 497 youth, and 77 Amicae!

As State Director, I strive daily to serve with integrity, to lead by example, to provide exceptional services, and to be accessible to the membership. Each chapter in the state is equally important. I travel across the state to support events, meet with chapters, and to resolve conflicts, as necessary.

Throughout the year, we conduct numerous trainings, service projects, summits and workshops all over the state to ensure that every single member of our sorority and our auxiliaries has an opportunity to obtain knowledge to successfully complete the work and business of Zeta. These widespread events are important, primarily because they allow us to accommodate everyone, including members who are unable to travel long distances to conferences, such as Boulé. I do, however, promote the importance of our representation at our Grand Boulé, because we know that learning, enlightenment, business and networking extends beyond the State of Mississippi. The “Boulé Experience” allows attendees to bring back information to everyone in our local chapters from a national viewpoint, as we all endeavor to move forward on one accord, as a whole.

allows the opportunity to exchange questions, clarify misinterpretations and ensure accurate completion of what is requested, in a timely manner.

A respectable portion of our financial membership of “Team Mississippi” consists of our undergraduate sisters. Our undergraduates are a vital part of our sisterhood, and I firmly believe in treating them as such. I treat each one of our undergraduate basilei as the “CEO” of her chapter, and I constantly emphasize to all undergraduate sorors the fact that they come into the sorority with full rights and privileges, as any other member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. This sense of responsibility gives them motivation to work hard within their chapters and to be frontrunners on their respective college campuses. This also provides them with further inspiration to transfer to graduate chapters upon graduating.

I live by the principle that you must meet people where they are and lead them to where they need to be. When I meet with the sorors, I listen with an open mind. I further ask them, “what can I do to better serve you?” We work with a team concept because together we can make the Zeta difference. In Mississippi, we are striving daily to make this “Zeta Difference”. As State Director, I challenge the state, as I challenge myself, to be dedicated to the tasks at hand, to work efficiently to uphold and exemplify the legacy of the sorority and to let Another key to successful leadership in a state our “Zeta Light” shine, in all that we do, as we with a large membership is effective commu- continue “Building on the Principles of Zeta While Blazing New Paths”, for the love of nication. With present-day technology, we have all of the tools that are necessary to com- Zeta! municate with people of all age brackets, near and far. Whenever I receive information, “Team Mississippi” receives information. It is my top priority to disseminate news, updates and instructions throughout our financial membership, and to arrange follow-up conversations to confirm receipt, and to guarantee full understanding of whatever is distributed within each chapter. This personal contact

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4. What year was Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. incorporated the state of Illinois?

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ZETA’S DYNAMIC LEADERSHIP MAKING IT HAPPEN

3 - Accomplishments Under Leadership of Michelle Porter Norman GREAT LAKES REGIONAL

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Set a RECORD of 765 Zetas at the 2013 Regional Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana

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First ever ZOL conference held outside of DC was held in 2013 in the Great Lakes Region, Indianapolis, Indiana & sponsored 4 UGs to attend ZOL… hotel, registration and $100 stipend

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Presented $20,000 toward Burn the Mortgage

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3 - Accomplishments Under Leadership of Kay Jones Rosebure SOUTHERN REGIONAL DIRECTOR

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Chartering of Alpha Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter in DeRidder, Louisiana and reinstatement of Gamma Alpha Zeta Chapter in Corpus Christi, Texas

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First time Zetas, Youth and Amicae held leadership conferences and youth retreat combined: 84th Regional Leadership Conference, Youth Retreat and Amicae Workshop held in Irving, Texas

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3 - Accomplishments Under Leadership of Janet Bivins , Esq.

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International Webcast of the Atlantic Regional Leadership Conference so that all Sorors within the region had access to the education provided during the business sessions and the MIP Certification during our biennial Atlantic Region Leadership Conference.

Expansion of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated's outreach as we chartered chapters Alpha Alpha Eta Zeta in Greater London England and Alpha Alpha Theta Zeta in Belgium on March 12, 2014.

Dedication and support by the Sorors in the Atlantic Region for having the most new Life Members--140+ and Diamond Life Members--67 in the last two years.

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2012-2014 National Executive Board Mary Breaux Wright, International Grand Basileus Scarlet H. Black, National First Anti-Basileus Dianthia Ford-Kee - Mississippi Valley State University - NCAA Division I Jacqueline Lemon-Denton, National Second Anti-Basileus Anjylla Foster, National Third Anti-Basileus Cynthia A. Bell, National Grammateus Michelle A. Joubert, National Tamias Brunhilda Williams-Currington, National Phylacter Katy S. Campbell, Esq., Chair of the National Executive Board Darneta G. Brown, Chair of the National Trustee Board Antoinette Gordon, National Trustee Bettye A. Murchison, National Trustee Stephanie Dukes, National Trustee Patricia E. Jones, Graduate Member-at-Large Alexis Maisonet, Undergraduate Member-at-Large Shirley Stansberry, Ph.D., Graduate Member to the Executive Committee

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Membership thru the Eyes of the Minnesota State Director Hello my beautiful Sorors of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. I am Bernadette Harrell, the Minnesota State Director. I am honored to serve under the dynamic leadership of International Grand Basileus, Soror Mary Breaux Wright and the Great Lakes Regional Director, Soror Michelle Porter Norman.

Bernadette Harrell, Minnesota State Director

I am a member of Sigma Beta Zeta chapter in Roseville, Minnesota and I recently became a Life Member and a Diamond Life contributor. I am mentioning this because I was so excited when Life Membership opened up and I wanted to become a Life Member for a few years now.

or small is based on the size of the membership within a state. The good thing is that I do not have to travel all over the state of Minnesota. My travel area is concentrated around Minneapolis and Roseville, MN. My duties and responsibilities are the same as a State Director from a larger state: for example, carrying out the Grand’s Initiatives and communicating that to the Members of the Minnesota State Organization.

The question asked of me was, “How does it feel to be a State Director of a small state? “ Good question, I am the State Director in what one would say “a small state” however, how large

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6. Which Past Grand Basileus was married to a charter member of Phi Beta Sigma?

"Parliamentary Procedures to move a motion......"

Main Motion – Introduces business before an assembly 

Member raises their hand or speaks into a microphone ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

5. What historical event occurred the same day Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded?

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Zeta’s Among the Top National Pan Hellenic Council to Serve Within the NCAA There are less than 20 African American women that have the privilege and honor to serve as a collegiate director of athletics. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has the great fortune of having three members that serve within the NCAA in the position of Direc-

tor of Athletics. Our sorors are serving at the Division I, II, and III levels. No other NPHC. Inc. sorority has as many Athletic Directors as Zeta! Please take a few minutes to read about the impressive careers of our sorors.

Dianthia Ford-Kee - Mississippi Valley State University - NCAA Division I

Soror Dianthia Ford-Kee began her duties as Director of Athletics on November 18, 2013. Previously, Soror Ford-Kee served five years as the Director of Athletics at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania having successfully navigated Lincoln's Athletic Department to active membership in NCAA Division II and return to the CIAA. Ford-Kee came to Lincoln from Shaw University where she spent 18 years working in athletic administration and coaching. Soror Ford-Kee, was named the National Association of Collegiate Women Athletic Administrators (NACWAA)- NCAA Division II Female Athletic Administrator of the Year in 2006 while serving as Shaw's Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator.

Soror Ford-Kee has been appointed to serve on the NCAA Minority Opportunity & Interest Committee and the CIAA Executive Committee as the Vice President for the Northern Division.

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lated to Diversity and the NCAA DII Strategic Alliance Matching Grant Selection, NCAA DII Women's Basketball Atlantic Regional Advisory Committee, Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce, Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce.

Previous committee service includes NCAA Division II Management Council as the CIAA Conference representative from 1999-2005 and Committee on Women's Athletics, Division II Nominating Committee.

Most recently, Soror Ford-Kee was honored by the Black Women in Sports Foundation for her accomplishments at Lincoln University and in the field of athletics with the Legends Award. She was a 1998 inductee in the Wake County (NC) Academy for Women for Athletics. In October of 2009, she was honored and the recipient of the Northern Illinois University's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Golden Anniversary Alumni Award. This award is given to alumni that have distinguished themselves in their careers that have contributed to the worlds of education, science, scholarship, business, law, medicine, community leadership and engagement, philanthropy and government service. Soror Ford-Kee has enjoyed a tremendous amount of success with her softball and volleyball program. Her team members have won NCAA national statistical honors as well as NCAA Post Graduate Scholarships. Shaw University won the CIAA Softball Championship four times (1993, 1994, 1996 and 2003) and the CIAA Volleyball Championship twice in 1993 and 1995. Ford-Kee was named CIAA Softball Coach of the Year in 1993, 1994, 1996 and 2003. The 1996 team was undefeated in the CIAA and compiled an overall seasonal record of 39-9. Ford-Kee led Shaw to a conference record of 212-86 and an over-

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all mark of 309-207.

While competing in the sports of basketball and softball as a student at Fayetteville State University she was a member of the 1979 CIAA Women's Basketball Championship Team and the 1982 CIAA Softball Championship Team. Ford-Kee earned several All Conference and Tournament Team honors and was selected MVP of the 1982 Softball Championship Tournament. In 1982, she was selected Fayetteville State University's Athlete of the Year and was the youngest inductee into Fayetteville State University's Athletic Hall of Fame (1997).

A native of Lawrenceville, N.J., FordKee was inducted into the inaugural class of Lawrence High School's Athletic Hall of Fame in 2008 as the first athlete in the history of the high school to score over 1000 points playing only 3 years of high school basketball. She currently holds basketball records that have not been broken at Lawrence High School in Lawrenceville, N.J., in its 44 years of existence.

Soror Ford-Kee earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Fayetteville State University in 1982 and a master's degree in Public Affairs from Northern Illinois University in 1984. She became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in 1981 at Fayetteville, NC, Omega Beta chapter. She will be joining Theta Pi Zeta Chapter in Itta Bena, Mississippi soon.

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Dr. Denisha L. Hendricks - Kentucky State University - NCAA Division II

Dr. Denisha L. Hendricks National Director of Undergraduate Advisors

Membership: Phi Delta Kappa International, National Association of Collegiate Women Athletics Administrators, Phi Epsilon Kappa Fraternity, Inc. (Physical Education Honor Society), & National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics Order of Eastern Star Diamond Life of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

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Dr. Denisha L. Hendricks is entering her sixth year as the Director Athletics at Kentucky State University. She is responsible for the oversight of 13 intercollegiate athletic teams. Hendricks holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education/Athletic Training from the University of South Carolina. She earned Master's and Doctoral degrees in Higher Education Administration from Auburn University in 2001 and 2004, respectively. Her dissertation is entitled The Relationship of Hope and Self-efficacy to Health Promoting Behaviors among StudentAthletes Attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In 2007 Dr. Hendricks graduated from the National Collegiate Athletic Association Leadership Institute for Ethnic Minority Females. To her credit Dr. Hendricks has numerous, local, state, regional, and national presentations and several publications that include, refereed journal articles, quantitative instruments, and health promotion training manuals.

Soror Hendricks served for three years (2011-2014) as a mentor for The NCAA & Division II Athletic Directors Association Women & Minorities Mentoring Program “Mentoring Tomorrow’s Leaders.” The purpose of the program is to match 10 outstanding Division II athletics administrators with 10 committed athletics directors in hopes of building a foundation that will encourage the participants to pursue a longrange career in athletics administration – ideally in Division II. In August 2011, Soror Hendricks was added to the Division II Athletic Directors Association (ADA) Board of Directors as the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) representative. Soror Hendricks has been featured in the NCAA Champion magazine and Athletic Management. In July 2012, Soror Hendricks was selected by Auburn University as a recipient of the institution’s

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prestigious Young Alumni Achievement Award.. The Young Alumni Achievement Award was created to recognize extraordinary accomplishments by members of the Auburn family who are 40 years of age or under.

Soror Hendricks has received numerous awards, including 2008 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Leadership Initiative Award, the 2007 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Senior Woman Administrator of the Year, 2006 & 2004 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Outstanding Star Service award. Her impressive career has been highlighted by being appointed to NCAA Division II Management Council (2012-2016), Chair of the Student- Athlete Reinstatement Committee and several NCAA Taskforces. Hendricks has previously served on the NCAA Division II Academic Requirements Committee (2010-2012) and the NCAA Division II Initial Eligibility Waivers Sub-Committee. Hendricks, a member of the Division II Athletics Directors Association, was awarded the 2010 Borden Perlman Insurance Professional Development Grant for the Association.

She also serves on the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAC) Policies and Procedures Review Committee, as well as the Chair of Softball committee and Co-Chair for Volleyball Committee. An active diamond life member of Zeta Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Psi Gamma Zeta Chapter in Auburn, AL. She became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in 1997 at the University of South Carolina, Psi Eta Chapter. Soror Hendricks has served the organization on all levels and is currently the National Director of Undergraduate Advisors and a member of the Zeta Organizational Leadership (ZOL) Steering Committee. She is also a member of Order of Eastern Star, Phyllis Wheatley Chapter #656 Selma, AL. She holds memberships in numerous other professional organizations.

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Terlynn Olds - Chatham University - NCAA Division III

Soror Terlynn Olds was named Director of Athletics at Chatham University on April 1, 2013. Prior to her appointment as AD, Olds served as the Associate Director of Athletics at Spelman College, a member of the Great South Athletic Conference (GSAC). As Associate Athletic Director, she oversaw internal operations of the athletic department to include facilities, NCAA compliance, personnel, and special

programs. Olds is a member of the National Association of Collegiate Women Athletic Administrators (NACWAA), National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics, and the Black Coaches & Administrators (BCA).

Prior to her arrival to Spelman, Soror Olds served as the Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Saint Leo University.

Olds was able to secure double digit victories every season during her six year tenure. Her team was recognized by the NCAA in 2005 for one of the “TOP 20” turnaround programs in the country.

From 2003-2005, Olds led the Women's Basketball program at Palm Beach State College, where she was named the Southern Conference Coach of the Year in 2004. Her administrative duties at Palm Beach State included being the Athletic Academic Advisor.

Prior to that, during her stint at Flagler College, she served as the Director of Students. Olds began her coaching career in 1998 at Saint Leo University, where she made NCAA history as one of the few females to coach a men’s basketball team.

Soror Olds received her bachelor's degree in sport business from Saint Leo University (Florida) and completed her master’s degree in sport science from the United States Sports Academy (Alabama). As an undergraduate student, she played basketball for Saint Leo, and still ranks among the program's all-time scoring leaders. Soror Olds joined our beloved sisterhood in the Spring of 2009, Tau Pi Zeta Chapter of Riverview, FL. She is currently a member of Lambda Lambda Zeta chapter in Pittsburgh, PA.

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

7. Which Past International Grand Basileus was first referred to as IGB ?

Olds made NCAA history at Saint Leo University as one of the few females to coach a men‘s basketball team .

Also During her tenure at Spellman College, Olds served as the Head Women‘s Basketball Coach & Associate Athletic Director

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. on Top of the Game Sorors Ford-Kee, Hendricks and Olds understand the fundamental purpose of intercollegiate athletics is to educate student- athletes so that they become productive citizens in our society. These three sorors are truly blazing new paths in the world of athletic administration all the while letting their Zeta light shine in their daily work.

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. ~ Branching Out National Military Advisory Board (MAB)

Valerie Hollingsworth & Major Natasha Sunday Clarke ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

8. Which Soror said “I want a busy life, a just mind, and a timely death?”

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MAJ Natasha Sunday Clarke – National Military Attaché, is a driving force in the increased level of awareness and support Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has dedicated to our Service Members, military spouses and our Department of Defense personnel.

As a military Zeta, she recognized there was a need for the voice of our militaryrelated Sorors to be heard.

Her journey as an active duty United States Army Major has allowed her to serve all over the world.

While in Germany she worked with other organizations to provide clothing for the less fortunate women and children.

She helped build an all-girl school in Iraq located right outside of Mosul. Her second tour to Iraq gave her an opportunity to deliver food, water, and soccer balls to the children of Iraq near Al Taji Airbase. She volunteered on numerous outreach programs and community projects with the military and DoD Sorors of Pi Eta Zeta Chapter located in Seoul, Korea. Most

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recently, Soror Clarke along with other military and DoD Sorors volunteered with the USO in Bagram, Afghanistan providing support to inbound/outbound personnel moving in and out of theater.

Over the course of her military career, the urgency to bring all military Zeta’s together was paramount. Together with the help of her Zeta mentors and military Sorors, a proposal was drafted and presented to our Intern a t io n a l Gr a n d Basileus Mary Breaux Wright.

Soror Wright approved the creation of the Military Advisory Board (MAB) and she appointed Soror Clarke as the National Military Attaché along with Soror Valerie Hollingsworth presiding as the Civilian Liaison. The mission of the MAB is to advise and assist the International Grand Basileus and the National Executive Board of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on military affairs and how it affects our military Sorors.

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Zeta Blue in the Military The members of the board are geographically located though out the world in order to facilitate the needs of our military, military spouses and DoD Sorors. The Board members are: MAJ Natasha Sunday Clarke – National Military Attaché Valerie Hollingsworth – Civilian Liaison Natasha Collins – Print Media Editor-in-Chief (SFC(R) Iris Ellena Calder – Social Media Director Simone S. Safford – Atlantic Region Greta Williams – Eastern Region MAJ Angela Reed-Johnson – Great Lakes Region Rahgna Lewis – Midwestern Region Alisha Johnson – Pacific Region MSG(R) Jaynene K. Smith – Pacific Region Lisa Anderson – South Central Region CPT Iana Daniels – Southeastern Region SFC(R) Keesha L. Dancy – Southern Region

National Military Appreciation Week (2nd week of November) National Z-Hope Project raising over $22,000 for Operation Homefront Recognized by CNN for our contribution to Operation Homefront Inaugural Gala recognizing our very own Honorary Member, Soror Rear Admiral (Retired) Evelyn J. Fields Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Arlington National Ceremony Broadcasted the 2013 Atlantic Regional Conference with our Germany Chapter via Tele Townhall

Since 2013, the Military Advisory Board has developed and implemented several goals and administrative actions that are aiding in moving our Sorority forward. Our largest initiative and accomplishments thus far are as follows:

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In the coming months you can expect to see our next fundraising initiative with the ROCKS, Inc. and the launch of a partnership with the Women Veterans Rock. Finally, we will be debuting our MAB Newsletter, S.O.S. (Service to our Sorority) in January 2015.

In conclusion, the Military Advisory Board (MAB) will continue to highlight and honor the accomplishments of our Sorors who are not only serving our country, but also serving humanity.

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“Blazing New Paths in Leadership”

Soror Rauchelle Jones National Director of Programs

Partnership Makes a Difference ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

The past two years have been wonderful for community engagement and volunteerism. We have experienced record-setting accomplishments and developed new relationships along the way.

We celebrated 40 years of friendship with the March of Dimes. Prematurity Awareness, March for Babies and Stork’s Nest have grown and continue to exceed our expectations. In 2012 we reached more than 80,000 people with our prematurity awareness efforts and in 2013, we reached more than 100,000 people. In 2013 we won the Alpha/Zeta challenge by raising more than $300,000.00 during our March for Babies campaign. We were number two overall for service organizations. Let’s win again! We launched a national registry for Stork’s Nest to locate all Nests and update our records with contact information and details on services rendered at each Nest.

The workshop which will be held at Boulé, “Stork’s Nest Reloaded” will introduce the new implementation guide, educational curriculum and support materials. We currently have 110 active Nests in the country.

Elder Care has been an awesome initiative for Zeta Phi Beta. Hardly any African American organizations are focusing on the importance of financial management, estate planning and retirement planning. African Americans are the least prepared and are more likely to end up in nursing homes which provide inferior care according to a report by Prudential.

Zetas four-option program provides various opportunities for chapters to get involved. Our initiative has led to partnerships with National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, The Estate and Long Term Care Planning, Inc., National Family Caregiver Alliance and most recently AARP.

9. When and where was the first group of Amicae organized?

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We were recognized in March by the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation for being one of the few African American based organizations to have an initiative of awareness and education on triple negative breast cancer.

In 2013 we developed a partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude provides cancer treatment to children free of charge. They also provide lodging and living expenses for the family while the child is seeking medical care at the hospital. Forty percent of their patients are African American.

We are partnering in two areas with St. Jude: Sunday of Hope in the months of April and May and Girlz Night In which will be held in the fall of 2014 for the collegiates and Amicae. Reports are still coming in from churches for Sunday of Hope. Sorors registered more than 100 churches! Current amount raised is about $7,000.00!

By popular demand, we are providing more options for volunteering with the American Cancer Society. Soror Pat Jones and I met with the American Cancer Society in June to discuss options for chapters. The American Cancer Society will be a part of the “Do You Get the Points” workshop at Boulé where they will discuss new options to support the fight against cancer.

Sorors you have done a fantastic job over the past two years with supporting communities and bringing awareness to those with limited access. Zetas Have heart.

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New Zeta International Military Chapter Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Alpha Alpha Lambda Zeta

Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates (UAE)

With Style and Class

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Eastern Region Milestones: ——————

1. Chartered Eastern Region's first International Chapter on May 23, 2014 Alpha Alpha Lambda Zeta Chapter Abu Dhabi, UAE 2. Chartered Zeta's first four-letter Chapter Alpha Alpha Alpha Zeta Chapter Fredericksburg, VA 3. Honored the first Eastern Region African American Heritage Award Recipients March 2014 4. Recognized first Eastern Region Zeta Roses - Sorors with 25 years of Service March 2013 5. Recognized first Eastern Region Zeta Pearls - Sorors with 40 years of Service 2014 6. Established Eastern Region Zeta-Amicae Legacy Club and Eastern Region Amicae Legacy Club March 2014

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2013 “Blazing New Paths”

Dr. Nell Ingram ZOL Chairperson

JULY 7-12 2015 WASHINGTON, DC

Never in the history of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has it experienced the attendance at a leadership conference that we had in Indianapolis, Indiana in July 2013. International Grand Basileus Mary Wright, members of the ZOL Steering Committees, and sorors of the Great Lakes Region welcomed over 1100 Zetas and Amicae.

If you missed ZOL 2013, you missed not only an excellent opportunity to network but an informative program.

The first day kicked off with an inspirational speech by Soror Dr. Wendy Coleman, South Central Region. Dr. Coleman’s speech had sorors on their feet!

Attendees were exposed to leadership topics such as risk management, legal and financial matters, image, introduction to the new style guide, the leadership story, introduction to the new database. Each soror had completed the DiSC behavior assessment as a pre-conference activity.

Each soror received their own personal profile, compliments of Past Grand Basileus Dr. Jylla Tearte. A review of the results was shared by Soror Deborah Chima, a certified DiSC consultant. Sorors attending also became the first sorors trained on the new Membership Intake Process by First Anti-Basileus Scarlet Black. The conference started with an inspirational speech and ended with a dynamic and inspirational “Challenge” given by our International Grand Basileus.

The ZOL Steering Committee implemented its certification phase after Boule. Sorors seeking certification completed a leadership portfolio and attended once a month webinars (total of six). The webinar selections consisted of such topics as: The Well-Balanced Leader, Youth Advisor Update, Legal Aspects of Leadership,

and Officer Transitions. Starting p ad Retaining an Amicae Auxiliary, Undergraduate Advisor Update, MIP Revisited, Starting a NonProfit, Basic Grant Writing, Risk Management, Tips on Legal Contracts, Protocol, Brand Zeta, Leadership in the Community, and Public Relations. Sorors thoroughly enjoyed the sessions! The Committee officially certified 470 sorors from the 2013 Cohort.

Sorors will receive their pins in a special pinning ceremony on Thursday, July 17, prior to the Award’s Banquet.

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ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT 10. What was the name of our Regions in 1930?

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11. Which Past Grand Basileus served as the first Grand President of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Silhouettes?

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Zeta Organizational Leadership (ZOL) Conference PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES The undergraduate leadership team conducted a dynamic national undergraduate retreat prior to the ZOL conference that was attended by 75 undergraduates.

Soror Anjylla Foster, Third Anti-Basileus, led her team and undergraduates registered through one and a half days of intense, yet fun-filled, leadership raining. Of the 75 attendees, 45 remained for the ZOL conference.

Undergraduate Retreat Undergraduate advisors spent ½ day with Dr. Denisha Hendricks, National Director of Undergraduate Affairs, where she shared best practices related to working with undergraduates. Over 200 advisors attended this pre-con session.

Undergraduate Advisor Session Sorors Dr. Denese Wolff and Renee Goodwin conducted the pre-con for the youth advisors. This session was in such demand that the presenters had to conduct a second session. One hundred twentyone sorors attended and were exposed to the new youth advisor’s manual.

Zeta Amicae Session The Amicae were on fire, led by Soror Donnie Hull, National Director of Amicae. This again was a first! The Amicae Director and her team of Regional Amicae Coordinators provided leadership training to 70 Amicae and 99 sponsors. Six of the eight regional coordinators were in attendance.

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Valerie Hollingsworth ~ National Director of...

My appointment to the position of National Director of Strategic Planning by our International Grand Basileus, Mary Breaux Wright, in August 2012, has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had as an officer in this organization.

I was charged by our International Grand Basileus to implement standardized strategies across a number of teams, to insure the successful implementation of their ideas in order to improve upon the current business practices of Zeta.

Grand Wright assigned me as the liaison to a number of national teams/officers to assist them in developing short/long term goals, as well as with the implementation of specific strategies for advancing Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, to the next level and beyond.

Valerie Hollingsworth National Director of Strategic Planning

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

12. Why do some Zeta documents say “Sisterhood” while other say “Sisterly Love”?

As the National Director of Strategic Planning, I have provided suggested strategies for changes or improvements to current business plans, policies, and procedures. This included the creation of a Standardized Proposal Development Plan across teams, in order for their concepts to be creatively developed, approved by the International Grand Basileus, and successfully presented to the membership in a timely manner. It is also my responsibility to provide the International Grand Basileus with comprehensive reports which encompass recommendations for improvements and/ or changes needed to facilitate the attainment of her current and future goals.

Targeted Goals of this Officer  Streamline communications  Develop a standardized overview proposal template to be used across teams  Assist my business partners by utilizing my project management skills to create proposals, project plans, develop achievable timelines, and provide comprehensive assistance on a number of internal projects, (e.g.; project implementation and post implementation review, in order to assess impact, scope and additional needs/ requirements, if necessary).

Below is a listing of my current Business Partners/National Teams to whom I have been assigned to serve in the capacity of Liaison  National Military Advisory Board  National Grant Writing Team  National Life Member Team  National Public Relations Team  National Communications Team  International Z-HOPE Chair  National Zeta Representative to the UN

13. When did Finer Womanhood Week become Finer Womanhood Month?

The following are National Officers to whom I have volunteered my services on special initiatives  National Graduate Member-at-large  National Director of Social Action I have had the pleasure of being a part of several successful initiatives in my capacity of National Director of Strategic Planning over the past two years. Although these collaborative efforts with various officers and teams have entailed countless hours, I have thoroughly enjoyed the refreshing, and energizing spirit of team work.

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Strategic Planning …...All About the Business Upon my acceptance of this position, its final definition was still evolving. However, I was given the latitude by our International Grand Basileus, to create and develop a business model which would identify the issues/items the position should address, and how I would interact with my business partners/team members. It was crafted in a manner which allows me to use my managerial skills to enhance team dynamics and to create viable strategies and techniques for advancing the goals of the International Grand Basileus for our organization.

Over the years, I have found that when taking on any appointed or elected position, one needs to commit to devote the time necessary to be effective in one’s duties, to have the patience to persevere, to appreciate the importance of being flexible, and to be tolerant toward others who may work at a slower pace than one is accustomed to, but who are sincere about their contributions. But most importantly, I found that one has to love what one does, and be dedicated to the cause, which is to be that cog in the wheel, always focused on perfecting Zeta’s image, and striving for excellence in all we do.

As National Director of Strategic Planning, I have been given a great opportunity to do what I love to do: to work for the organization that I love and to assist in advancing its goals, visibility, and viability. Below is a brief overview of the initiatives/ proposals, projects, etc. to which I have lent my expertise to further the cause of Zeta for the past two years: Collaborated in the Development of the following initiatives:  National Military Advisory Board  National Military Appreciation Week featuring Operation HomeFront  National Media Kit  Tele-Town Hall meetings  Developed internal procedures for the documentation of requests for repair and maintenance interventions for our Water Well Maintenance Program in Ghana.  Creation of several social media platforms to expand our social media reach across the country: ( e.g.; Pinterest, Instagram, Zeta You Tube Channel and Linkedln)  Creation of position descriptions/responsibilities for National appointees (except Regional and State Directors)  Newly created Life member newsletter – ―Zeta Life Line‖ Collaborated on the following Proposals:  Opening life membership in 2013  Life/Golden/Diamond member incentives  Restructuring of the auxiliary groups  Special Commemorative Centennial Level Served as Project Manager on the following initiatives:  PSA interview with Honorary Member, Rear Admiral Evelyn Fields (Ret.)  Boule 2014 Image Workshop – ‗How to be Even Finer Than You are Today‖  ―One Zeta-One Image‖ Initiative Upon reflection, I have come to appreciate the intrinsic value in lending oneself unselfishly for the advancement of the organization. This has been one of the benefits of my current position as Director of National Strategic Planning. Whether it has been working behind the scene, which describes much of my interventions, or visibly leading a project, there has been much gratification in seeing the end results of my efforts and its positive impact on the organization.

It is my sincere hope that I have been able to make a difference in these last two years in the office of the Director of Strategic Planning for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Therefore I will continue to devote my energies toward keeping the light of Zeta shining bright through strategic planning and collaborative work within our organization.

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~ Rhonda Eberhardt ~ Co-Director of National Amicae Affairs My Dear Amicae, You are amazing! It has been my pleasure to work with you over the past two years. The service you have given in our communities has changed the lives of so many. Through your service you have helped great numbers to understand that there are people in this society who sincerely do care about what happens to them. The members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated are thankful and proud that you are a part of the Blue and White family. You make our light shine that much brighter.

National Co-Director of Amicus Affairs

On behalf of the National Amicae Affairs Director, Donnie Faye Hull and the 8 Regional Coordinators, we congratulate you on 66 years of service! Your work has been outstanding. I am so excited and looking forward to seeing you in Washington DC. We have a lot of things to do and talk about when we meet.

Zeta Amicae are Zeta‘s Special Friends

May God, continue to bless us as we walk this journey together in serving our communities.

Regional Amicae Coordinators: Atlantic Region— Lynnette Hudson Eastern Region—Valerie Sinclair Great Lakes Region Renee Byrd Midwestern Region—Cynthia Saddler Pacific Region– Sonja Wilson Southern Region—Regina Holmes

Donnie Faye Hullo Director of Amicae Affairs

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South Central Region—Bobbie White Southeastern Region—Linda Murray

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National Director of Life Member During the past two years, under the leadership of our International Grand Basileus, Mary Breaux Wright, and with the help of the unique Michele Whitted, Co-Life Member Chair and the exceptional Valerie Hollingsworth, National Liaison, life Members have been revitalized, energized, enlightened, and encouraged to move to a higher level of awareness and commitment, as the true lifeline of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

When became a life member in 1975, there was excitement and enthusiasm at the thought of being a life member. Somehow through the years, I have seen this outstanding group of sorors grow but not with the zeal as in the past. Thus, I sought the position to bring back that glow, that excitement and love for Zeta in which the life members represent. I wanted to bring about a change in the way life membership has been viewed, not only by our existing life members, but by the membership in general.

Bonita Gillespie

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC. HISTORICAL FACT

14. What distinction did Soror Anita Turpeau, author of our national sorority hymn, enjoy in 1921?

A Strong Membership is the Foundation for Survival

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As life members, we are the first in the line to revitalized, improve and stand-up for change, growth and guarantee Zeta’s future. Thus, we stand ready to make sure all is right for future Zetas, Amicae and our Youth and Male Auxiliaries. Our commitment is offend seen as monetary BUT our commitment is much more. It includes additional involvement in the sorority’s program initiatives, community outreach, management and financial stability.

In order to be successful agents of positive change, a number of sorors were assembled from across the country to join the team as Regional Coordinators. Our coordinators represent the eight (8) regions proudly. They are a great group of women to work with and they are about getting the job done.

The Regional life member coordinators are: Soror Charbet Duckett - Awesome Atlantic Region Soror Dee Curtis - Electrifying Eastern Region Soror Cheryl A.B. Christie - Greater Great Lakes Region Soror Helen Towensend- Beteet - Magnificent Midwestern Region Soror Patricia Johnson – Unconquerable South Central Region Soror Brenda Reynolds – Southeastern Region Soror Julia S. Carnes – Mighty Southern Region Soror Shamar L. Walker – Phenomenal Pacific Region Each regional coordinator has worked to get her region’s life members involved and excited. This included but limited to state and regional business meetings, special life members initiative (Elder Care), regional directories, and special recognition of life members at all conferences.

We are working on other activities that will place the sparkle in the eye of every life member such as perks and special incentive.

Look for and expect more from your life members. We are on the move to a higher level. We will no longer be assumed to be passive, quiet and unassuming. We are active, full of spirit and going to be a group that will be in the forefront to the life line of Zeta.

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Historical Facts 2. What were the home states of our Five Pearls before they came to Howard University? Response: Georgia, Ohio, Missouri, and North Carolina.

13. When did Finer Womanhood Week become Finer Womanhood Month? Response: During the 1972-74 term of Past Grand Basileus Isabel Morgan Herson.

1. When and where were the first two Regional Conferences held in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.? Response: a) June 1927 in Washington, DC, and b) June 1934 in Indianapolis, IN. 14. What distinction did Soror Anita Turpeau, author of our national sorority hymn, enjoy in 1921? Response: She was acclaimed one of the two outstanding students at Howard University along with Soror Ophelia Settles by maintaining an excellent scholastic standing.

Norma C. Dartis Chairperson National History Team

3. Who are the signers of our Articles of Incorporation on March 30, 1923? Response: Founder Myrtle Tyler, Soror Gladys Warrington, Past Grand Joanna Houston, Sorors Josephine F. Johnson, and L. O’Goldia Smith.

6. Which Past Grand Basileus was married to a charter member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity? Response: Sixth Grand Basileus Ruth Tappe Scruggs was married to Dr. I.L. Scruggs, member of Alpha Chapter, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 4. What year was Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. incorporated the state of Illinois?

Response: 1939 11. Which Past Grand Basileus served as the first Grand President of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Silhouettes? Response: Fifth Grand Basileus Dr. S. Evelyn Lewis Payne, wife of Dr. Leroy A. Payne (Brooklyn-Long Island Alumni Charter member and Vice Polemarch) was elected the first Grand President and served from 1959-1961.

10. What were the names of our regions in 1930? Response: Southwestern, Southern, South Central, Southeastern, Middle Atlantic, West Central, Central, Eastern.

9. When and where was the first group of Amicae organized? Response: Early in 1947, Beta Psi Zeta Chapter organized a group in Omaha, NE and they chose the Latin name, Amicae (friends). The Grand Basileus, Lullelia Walker Harrison, included in her report to the 1948 Boule’ a recommendation that chapters be allowed to organize auxiliaries under direction of the national body and that all such auxiliaries be known as Zeta Amiae. The recommendation was adopted at the 1948 Boule in Philadelphia.

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Historical Facts 7. Which Past International Grand Basileus was first referred to as IGB? Response: 20th Past International Grand Basileus Dr. Jylla Moore Tearte 8. Which Soror said “I want a busy life, a just mind, and a timely death?” Response: Zora Neale Hurston, noted author, folklorist, anthropologist, and Guggenheim Fellow.

12. Why do some Zeta documents say “Sisterhood” while other say “Sisterly Love”?

Response: Our constitution states: “ We, a group of college women . . . do hereby bind ourselves together for the purpose of . . . 3) Furthering the spirit of sisterly love and promoting the ideals of finer womanhood.” The Articles of Incorporation read as follows: . . . “Third: The objects for which this organization is formed are, to develop the ideals of sisterhood, culture, scholarship and service, and to establish chapters and branches of this organization in all sections of the United States for the same purpose.”

5. What historical event occurred the same day Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded? Response: The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution takes effect banning the sale of beer and distilled spirits.

Compliments of The Zeta National History Team Sorors Tanya L. Harrison and Alicia Williams

Soror Norma Cox Dartis, Chair June 24, 2014

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - July 15 - 19, 2014 Boule’ Lights! Camera! Action! Zeta's Roving Reporters Are Coming Your We want to make everyone a star at Boule 2014, by giving sorors and invited guests a chance to shine on the big screen before meetings and events in the main ballroom as well as in the Vendors' Area each day. We have put together a group of Sorors who will act in the capacity of our official roving reporters for Boule 2014.

So don't be surprised if you are stopped upon arriving for an event or leaving of a meeting. They will be everywhere; so be prepared. We are rolling out the Blue Carpet, and this time you will be the star.

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Meet our Roving Reporters: We are also encouraging all Sorors to Soror GiGi Gillard Soror Ebony McLean Soror Ayris Granby Soror Latricia Warren Soror Danielle Green

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take "Selfies" throughout the conference and we will notify attendees where pictures should be sent. Watch the boards for your individual and group postings.

The Roving Reporters are being brought to you directly from Studio "Z" - Zeta Broadcast Central The official Social Media hub for ZETA’S Boule 2014!

Soror Valerie Hollingsworth National Director of Strategic Planning

Greetings!

To my Blue & White Family and Friends and especially guest. Welcome to the wonderful city of Washington DC. where history is always taking place. I bring you greetings on behalf of the Illustrious Illinois State Amicae Auxiliaries of the Greater Great Lakes Region. I hope your week of July 15-20, 2014 will be memorable as well as enjoyable.

Again ...Welcome to the National Boule‘ 2014 of Washington DC. The Royal Blue carpet is eagerly rolled out for presence of ZETAS! AMICAE! YOUTH! The Zeta Male Network! and guests. I’m sure you will enjoy the great workshops, food, entertainment, historical sights and many other festivities that are in store for you all. As we continue “Building on the Principles of Zeta While

Cynthia Dawkins-Terrell Graduate Gathering Newsletter Editor-in-Chief I would like to thank all of my sorors that submitted articles and pictures for the newsletter. All of your hard work and dedication for the love of Zeta is definitely appreciated. Thanks for your support. A special thank you to Soror Jones for en-

Blazing New Paths”, let’s accept any opportunity to live and love our Sorors, Friends & Neighbors through Service, Sisterhood, Scholarship, and Finer Womanhood. Under the distinguished leadership of the IGB, Mary Breaux Wright and the GLR Director, Michelle Porter Norman, we are guaranteed to have a dynamic & fantastic Grand Boule’ with the most unforgettable experiences in Washington trusting me to do her 3rd newsletter for her offices. I love my Blue & White Family May God DC. DIAMOND LIFE Contributor

Illinois State Amicae Coordinator Past GLR Amicae Coordinator

Bless you with a safe journey to/from the Boule‘.

Phi Beta Sigma’s Centennial Celebration A Celebration to Remember 100 Years of SERVICE Great entertainment will be available for various ages and backgrounds.

The Sigma Men….of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity celebrated their 100th Anniversary on January 20, 2014. This summer on the hills of Washington DC, the Sigmas will have the biggest Birthday Party of the Century. The fraternity is 100 years old. It was founded on January 20, 1914 at Howard University by three founders: A. Langston Taylor, Leornard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown GRADUATE

The Host Hotel for the Sigmas is the Marriot Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Avenue, Washington, DC. ======================= The Host Hotel for the Zetas is the Washington Hilton Hotel, 1919 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC.

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The Zeta Who Gets the News to the Community!

Tonya Jenkins GLR Epistoleus On this special occasion, It is my pleasure to extend warm greetings and welcome you to Washington D.C. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has a rich history and dedicated to promoting academic excellence and service to others. We have set the example of community service. We have also delivered service initiative's that enhance the knowledge and growth of our respective communities by utilizing our talents and energy of being dedicated professional women. I have the pleasure of working with our Graduate Member At Large Soror Patrica Jones and Soror Cynthia Dawkins as Co-Editor. It is my hope that you enjoy, celebrate have a blutiful

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