2021 Finer Womanhood Scholarship and Awards Presentation Program Book

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Letters from Dignitaries

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Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated Illinois State Director | Great Lakes Region

Greetings Sorors and Guests! Your Sigma Brothers across the great state of Illinois along with our International President, Michael Cristal, our Great Lakes Regional Director, David Turner, and the entire Brotherhood are honored to bring greetings to our sisters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Tau Psi Zeta Chapter’s 2021 Finer Womanhood Presentation! The year 2020 has been a turbulent one, like none other we have experienced. Yet, you have persevered through the pandemic, the blizzard, and the election. Yes, through it all you continue to be a beacon for all to see and look to for your impeccable character, timeless beauty, and phenomenal style. Even with the inability to come together in person while exercising safe distancing, you continue to do unsurmountable work in our communities. We applaud you for continuing to do great work against all odds. But then, that is what our Blue and White Sisters do!

Congratulations to award recipients: Leah B. Langston, Zeta of the Year, Dr. Regina Allen-Wilson, Woman of the Year, Laila Morris, Arcnonette of the Year, Belinda Lambert, Amica of the Year and Girls 4 Science, Organization of the Year. Know that your work is greatly appreciated, and we salute you for being selected over numerous other women for your distinguished honor. Keep up the great work. I am proud to call the Women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated my Sisters. The support that you give your Brothers is the driving force that enables us to excel above all other organizations. We have an eternal bond that continues to grow, year after year for which we love and cherish. You are truly the wind beneath our wings! Hats off to the Executive Board and the Finer Womanhood Committee for 2021 of TPZ. You have done a fantastic job by putting together another motivating program that warms the hearts and souls of Sisters, Brothers and all who are fortunate enough to partake of Finer Womanhood 2021. Your spirit is matchless and your talent unsurpassed. In Brotherly Love,

Dr. Arthur R. Davis Jr. Illinois State Director Great Lakes Region

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Mistress of Ceremonies

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Mistress of Ceremonies Teri Lewis Teri was initiated into Zeta Phi Beta Sorority at Epsilon Kappa Chapter, Purdue University in Spring 1992. She is the immediate past First Vice-President of Tau Psi Zeta Chapter. In our Centennial year, Teri became a Life Member, was inducted into the Tyler Sisters Legacy Club and was named one of the Zeta 100 for Technology. Teri is currently a Senior IT Director at BlueCross Blue Shield of Illinois, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Montana. She has been married to her loving husband, Brother Antonio Lewis for 21 years and they have one daughter, Ari Wynter who is a member of Zeta's ages 14-18youth group, Archonettes .

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2021 Finer Womanhood Honorees

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Zeta of the Year Leah Bailey Langston The daughter of a Zeta mother, Past Illinois State Director, Marietta C.L. Bailey and Sigma father, Willis B. Bailey, Leah was destined to become a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Growing up, Leah was active with the Zeta Youth Auxiliaries of Kappa Sigma Zeta Chapter in Springfield, Illinois. During her freshman year of college, she was a member of the IZ Club (Interested in Zeta), prior to being initiated into the Sisterhood through the Nu Delta Chapter at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign on April 12, 1987. Having celebrated her 33rd year of membership in April 2020, Leah is proud to have served Zeta in many roles; most notably as International 3rdVice President from 1990–1992 in the administration of Past International President, Dr. Eunice S. Thomas. Most recently, Leah served Tau Psi Zeta Chapter as the Chairperson of the Journey to Centennial Committee. In this role, Leah worked tirelessly to prepare TPZ and its members for the January Founders’ Celebration Weekend and the Centennial Grand Boule and, she is proud to have had the unforgettable experience of at-tending the Centennial Celebration with her mother, Soror Marietta C.L. Bailey. Currently, Soror Langston serves Tau Psi Zeta Chapter, as Co-Chairperson of the Finer Experience Team, and as a member of the Undergraduate Council, By-laws, Finer Womanhood, Fit and Finer, Special Events, and Membership Committees. On the National level, Leah was ap-pointed to serve on the Sorority’s 5-member, Legal Advisory Council in 2019, and currently remains in that position. While Leah strives to uphold all 4 of the Founding Principles of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., anyone that knows her will acknowledge that “Finer Womanhood” is the Principle she holds most closely to her heart. Members of Tau Psi Zeta lovingly refer to Leah as the “Finer Police,” as she is always available to support her sisters as they strive to live their "Finer Lives.” Leah and her husband, Winston L. Langston, II, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., celebrated 25 years of marriage in July 2020. They are the parents of 2 sons, Winston, a college Sophomore, and Carter, a high school Junior. In her free time, Leah enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying great food. Having been a member of Trinity United Church of Christ for over 20 years, Leah and her family currently worship at New Faith Baptist Church International located in Matteson, Illinois. In 1990, Leah earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, and earned a Juris Doctorate from DePaul University, College of Law in 1994. She has practiced in the area of Criminal Law as an Assistant in the Office of the Cook County State’s Attorney since 1996. Soror Leah Bailey Langston is honored to have been selected as the Tau Psi Zeta Chapter, 2021 Zeta of the Year .

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Woman of the Year Dr. Regina Allen Wilson, PhD Dr. Regina Allen-Wilson

is President/CEO of AW/ Associates,

LLC www.awassociatesllc.com providing customized training services in the areas of leadership, team building, conflict resolution, stress management, image/selfesteem, self-motivation, job readiness skills, business/social etiquette and spiritual awareness. Her 30+ years of corporate management/executive roles in Marketing and Human Resources served as a vital foundation in launching her company. Regina is also an “award winning” poet, published author, inspirational speaker, master level-certified life coach and victim’s advocate. She has written over 600 poems, published five books to date on topics of valuing diversity, inspiration, self -motivation, faith & spirituality, self-esteem and poetic expressions. Dr. Wilson has collaborated on several books on topics of perseverance. She has been interviewed on local, national talk radio programs, published in municipal news, gospel magazines, local newspapers, in numerous anthologies and on social media. She is the recipient of numerous awards for her leadership skills and dedicated community service over the past decades. A few of her most cherished awards include: 2019/2018/2017 “VIP Executive Leadership & Management Award from Marquis Who’s Who in the World; 2020, 2019 Management and Leadership Skills Award from Master Class for HR Business Management, 2018 Chapter President of the Year Award – from SPAA (Speaker, Publishers and Authors Assoc, 2017 “Dedicated Business Service Award” - from Strathmore’s Who’s Who), 2017 Speaker of the Year Award – from SPAA, 2016 Inspirational Woman of the Year Award - Women’s Radio Network (NY), 2016 - Inducted into The Wendell Phillips High School Hall Of Fame for Outstanding Alumni, 2011/2010 “Business Woman of The Year - NAPW (National Association of Professional Women), 2010 – Children’s book: “Something About My Face” received Three Awards: A “Blue Ribbon” and “Silver Medal” from The Young Voices Foundation, and “The Publisher’s Choice Award” from Family Magazine (LA), 2007 Received “Poet Fellow Award” - London, England, 2007 - Received a Resolution Award and “1st Ever Angel Award” from Mayor Richard M. Daley (Retired - Chicago, IL.) for her Dedicated Community Service Work, “ Received personalized note and photo from Dr. Maya Angelou for her book: “The Love Inside Me,” and was also a Featured “Poet of the Month” in the “Chicago Defender Newspaper” for her poetic writings. Regina earned a Doctorate of Religious Studies from GMOR Theological Institute of America, an MBA in Business Administration and B.A. in Human Resource Management from Concordia University, in addition to numerous training certificates. Regina believes in giving back to the community through dedicated service, pro-bono work, book donations to schools, hospitals, shelters and libraries. She is a loving wife, mother, grandmother, relative, mentor, spiritual leader and friend. Regina gives God the glory for all she has achieved according to “His Will.”

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Organization of the Year Girls 4 Science What We Do: Girls 4 Science is a non-profit organization that addresses the lack of accessible quality science programs for female youth in the Chicagoland area. We believe science exposure and increased scientific literacy will equip young women to confidently pursue STEM studies and careers. History: In 2008, Jackie Lomax’s daughter expressed interest in a career in science. When she was unable to find a community-based science program to help her achieve her dreams, Jackie ambitiously set out to create one. With support from the local community, she created a plan to provide hands-on experience and professional mentorship in STEM to develop academic skills, self-esteem, and strong relationships to increase professional opportunities in STEM fields. The first session in 2009 drew almost 40 girls. Today, Girls 4 Science is making science a reality for her daughter and over 500 other young women in the city of Chicago. How do we accomplish our mission: • Collaboration: Meaningful long-term partnerships with organizations, companies and individuals allow G4S to access premier space and resources to provide participants with the premier technology and quality instruction. • Scientific Discovery: We believe merely talking about science is not enough – hands-on scientific exploration and discovery is crucial to increased interest in science and scientific literacy. • Accessibility: G4S operates as a free Saturday Science Academy. The open enrollment policy does not discriminate on the basis of financial status. • Mentorship: G4S creates on-going mentorship opportunities that increase young women’s access to information while building relationships with role models that will help participants prepare for the future. • Community Engagement: Raising awareness about women in STEM is key to increasing community interest in girls in science. We hold events in the community to spread the word about women’s achievement in math and science and tear down any negative stereotypes.

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Archonette of the Year Laila Michelle Morris Laila

is a junior at Lindblom Math and Science Academy

where she currently has a GPA of 5.14. She is active in the Arabic Honor Society, a senior leader in K.O.I. (Knowledge Over Ignorance) Social Justice Club, a senior member of the East Asian Culture Club, and a Cadet Sergeant First Class in JROTC. Laila was just recently inducted into the National Honor Society. She has been active in the Tau Psi Zeta Youth Auxiliaries for a number of years starting as a Pearlette, Amicette, and now an Archonette, where she currently holds the office of Treasurer. Laila has represented the Archonette Club in a number of service projects including the annual packing of Thanksgiving meals at Quinn Chapel AME Church, the MLK Day of Service making no sew blankets for babies in the NICU, collecting and donating more than 130 PPE items, and attending the chapter’s Bahamas trip where she assisted in feeding the homeless. Upon graduating from high school, she plans to attend college on the East coast and major in International Relations with a minor in Arabic .

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Amica of the Year Belinda D. Lambert Belinda is a native Chicagoan, raised in Harvey, IL. She is a single mother of three; two handsome sons and one beautiful daughter, and two grandchildren. She is a Legal Administrative Assistant at a prominent law firm located in Chicago, Illinois. Belinda is a graduate of Thornton Township High School located in Harvey, Illinois. In 2003, she graduated from Robert Morris University where she received an Associate Degree in Paralegal studies. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Business Management with a minor in Human Resources Management at Chicago State University. What moves Belinda is her commitment to service and seeing others happy. Her biggest passion is the homeless and the elderly. She’s worked countless hours volunteering throughout the city and suburban Cook County. It’s not a second thought for her to stop and buy a homeless person or family a meal when passing them on the street. On her Golden Birthday, she volunteered over 8 hours of service time on Thanksgiving serving meals to the less fortunate. She expressed, "I'd rather give to those who have less than me. For through my sacrifice, I will be blessed." Her favorite service project is volunteering at Redeeming Grace Food Pantry. It’s her dream for the auxiliary to one day have a food pantry to provide for those less fortunate. Not only will she serve, but will donate or cook dishes to bring to the projects. Where there is work to do, she makes herself available. She doesn’t stop there. In our auxiliary she shares as much of herself as anyone can. She empowers, encourages and uplifts each Amicae in the auxiliary and Zeta friend she comes in contact with. No task is too small or big that she won’t try and undertake. Since joining the auxiliary in 2018, Amica Belinda has been an extreme asset to the Alsip Amicae Auxiliary. In her first year, she was appointed Recording Secretary. She was elected to Parliamentarian in 2019 before being appointed to her current position of Vice President/Membership Chair. She also represents the auxiliary as Social Action and Service Chair and Z-HOPE Co-chair, locally. She was appointed Illinois State Amicae Recording Secretary at the 54thIllinois State Leadership Conference. She’s been recognized as“ Officer of the Year ”for 2019 and2020. Belinda is an awesome example of what Amicae of the Year represents. Her favorite quote is from the poem Attitude by Charles Swimdoll, “I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is you...we are in charge of our Attitudes. ”It’s with this motto, she lives and serves the Alsip Amicae Auxiliary.

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Brotherly Love Award

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Brotherly Love Award David Turner, CPA David was initiated in Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated on April 6, 1991 at the Epsilon Xi chapter on the campus of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. David has held many elected and appointed positions within Sigma on the Local, Regional, and National levels, including Treasurer of the Great Lakes Region and International Auditor. He currently serves as the 27th Director of the Great Lakes Region, Vice-Chair of the Regional Director’s Council, Chair of the PBS Impact Foundation, and Chair of the 1914 Foundation. David holds both a Bachelor and Master of Science in Accounting and an Executive Certificate in Management. He is a Certified Public Accountant and the Chief Financial Officer of East Lake Management & Development Corporation. He is a member of 100 Black Men of Chicago and sits on the Executive Advisory Council of Governor’s State University. Married to Michelle D. Turner, Life Member and member of Tau Psi Zeta Chapter, David is the father of a 27 year old daughter, Kiana, an 18 year old son, Kendall, and a 17 year old bonus daughter, Laila.

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Entertainment

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Mikhaella Norwood Spoken Word Artist

Mikhaella Norwood is the Founder & CEO of Freelife Productions, LLC where she uses the arts to uplift, entertain, and inspire. She is an award-winning spoken word artist, actress, motivational speaker, emcee, and now author of her premiere book of poetry, Fruit: Haiku of Haikus for the Blossoming Soul. As a 2015 initiate of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., she has been a featured artist within her home chapters of Gamma Delta and Zeta Nu Zeta as well as State Conferences, and hosted the Great Lakes Regional Conference Stroll Off. On the international level, Mikhaella was the entertainment for the Inspirational Brunch at 2020 Centennial in Washington, D.C. and followed up such a performance with exclusive poetry videos for ZNEF Dollars for Scholars, and at the reception to welcome our newest Soror, Chaka Khan. Between her two TEDx talks, current title as the Motown Mic Spoken Word Artist of the Year, and her work with the NBA for multiple performances including producing the Detroit Pistons' 2019 Equality campaign, she has used her many artistic talents for the betterment of those around her. As an internationally sought after speaker who has made her voice heard from Poland, to Brazil, and even all the way to Israel, God has graced her with numerous platforms to inspire and help many. With all that she's been blessed with, she utilizes every gift in order to change the world one dream at a time. 27


Evangelist Lemmie Battles Gospel Recording Artist Evangelist Lemmie Battles has quickly established herself with a style that encompasses both contemporary and traditional gospel music. Her cutting edge voice takes you into the presence of God. For over forty years, her testimony has shaped the sound of this Grammy, Dove nominated and Stellar Award winning artist. After singing with the Chicago Mass Choir for 22 years, it became apparent that it was time for Lemmie to step out and be featured on her own, as a so-lo artist. Her first solo project “Let’s Have A Good Time-Live” (New Haven Records), placed her on the map as a solo artist with the testimonial remake of Inez Andrews’ hit “Stranger in the City”. Evangelist Battles released her sophomore project; “The New Live Worship Experience” recorded in Chica-go in June 2006, entitled, “You’re looking At a Miracle” which gave her a Stellar Award nomination. In 2012, Evangelist Battles signed with Ashro Records. Her new project “Testify” will take you to the level of giving Godthe Praise with Strength and Power. Her debut single on Ashro Records is “Higher Ground” produced by Pharis Evans, Jr., and Marcus A. Taylor/GrooveQuest Productions and is distributed by eOne Music Group. Evangelist is constantly evolving. She has stepped out on faith and now has her own her label, Lemmie’s Ministry. Her new project, “My Life” is slated to release January 2019. Evangelist Lemmie Battles is a native of Arkansas and she has been singing since the age of 5 after being mentor by her late grandfather. She lives a saved and sanctified life ministering to thousands sharing her testimony ,after being healed from cancer three times. When you look at Evangelist Battles, you are truly looking at a Miracle. Evangelist Lemmie Battles has received numerous awards and recognition. She received a proclamation from the Mayor of New York. She has ministered in song with Dr. Bobby Jones, Pastor Durance Page, Bryon Cage, Tamela and David Mann, Maurette Brown-Clark, Martha Munizzi, Earnest Pugh, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Dorothy Norwood, Angela Spivey, Paul Porter, Diane Washington, The Gospel Crusaders, Kirk Franklin, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Donnie McClurkin and Inez Andrews just to name a few. She has been featured on TBN, Atlanta Live, BET Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel, Dr. Bobby Jones Present and Matinee, TCT I’m Just Saying, the Word Network, Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage Cruise, All State Gospel Fest, Umbria Italy Jazz/Gospel Fest and the Stellar Awards Pre and Main Show. The anointing that is upon Evangelist Battles life, allows her to travel from coast to coast ministering in song to set the tone and atmosphere for a mighty move of God. It is her mission to evangelize the word of God and set the captives free. 28


VaShawn Mitchell Gospel Recording Artist VaShawn Mitchell

was born and raised in Chicago, IL, a city

known as the birthplace of Gospel music, an art form that has been indelibly imprinted on his life. His love for Gospel music led him to spend many years in his youth as a Music Director and then Minister of Music in the city of Chicago. Throughout the years, VaShawn’s artistic vision has grown, shaping him into a mature worship leader and a recognized Gospel songwriter. In 2010, his passion and talent for songwriting, producing and singing led him to release Triumphant which became his best-selling album to date. Soaring to the top of the charts with his mega-hit single “Nobody Greater,” Mitchell amassed numerous awards and nominations. In 2011, he received 11 Stellar Award nominations (the most received by any artist that year) and took home 6 trophies. He also earned two GRAMMY Award Nominations and two GMA Dove Award nominations for both the album and single. Billboard magazine declared “Nobody Greater” the #1 Most Played Gospel Song of 2011 and Mitchell was named Billboard’s #1 Gospel Radio Artist of 2011 and Triumphant was among the Top 5 Gospel Albums of 2011. The single held the #1 position for nine consecutive weeks on Billboard’s Hot Gospel Songs chart and crossed-over to the Urban Contemporary Adult charts. Building on the success of “Nobody Greater”, VaShawn went on to release Created 4 This which generated the top 5 single “Turning Around for Me.” Following this project VaShawn went on to record and release, Unstoppable (for which he received a Stellar Award nomination) and Secret Place, which was recorded live in South Africa. Secret Place was released in November 2016 ad debuted at #1 on the Billboard charts. The first single from his latest project is an infectious song entitled “Joy” which held the #1 spot on radio charts for several weeks and earned VaShawn his first Dove Award as an Artist for Urban Worship Song of the Year. In 2019, VaShawn released his latest project entitled Elements, celebrating 20 years in the gospel music industry. Over the last several years Mitchell continued to stretch his creative talents beyond his own recording career. He has been instrumental in the career of many of today’s popular artists and has received two Dove Awards from the Gospel Music Association for his work as a producer. Mitchell continues to expand interests in community service and philanthropy. He is currently the National Faith Based Spokesperson for the Big Brothers Big Sister organization and recently started the Norman Youth & Arts Foundation, named in memory of his grandfather. Mitchell has performed for the NAACP as well as partnered corporately with Denny’s on several health care initiatives. VaShawn was honored by his hometown of Harvey, IL when they named the street where he grew up “VaShawn Mitchell Street.” He believes that he is a role model for young people, and that it is part of his calling. It’s a role that he is both proud and happy to take on. 29


Fervent Hearts Foundation Scholarship Recipients

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Torchbearer Scholarship Shariya Hill is a senior at CICS Chicago Quest High School in Chicago, Illinois. Since 2017 to the present she has held Honor Roll and Perfect Attendance status, with a CGPA of a 3.0. Shariya has been very active participating and serving her community with various organizations such as We Day Concert, Can Food Drives Warrior Projects-Food Poverty and Collecting Feminine Products for Homeless Teenage Girls. Her hobbies include drawing, cosmetology and graphic design. Shariya is committed to becoming an outstanding fashion designer and furthering her education at Columbia College in Chicago, Illinois.

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Five Pearls Scholarship Laila Robinson

is senior at Kenwood Academy High

School and her interest is in entrepreneurship. She has not declared a major, but she is considering Marketing or Business Administration. She has a charismatic personality, a thirst for knowledge and a strong work ethic. Laila balances her honors and college course load. She is involved in multiple extracurricular activities. She is honored to be a Posse Scholar and a board member of the National Honor Society. Working as a social media ambassador, aligns her with her personal career goals. She is looking forward to the next chapter in her life and receiving blessings in abundance.

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Five Pearls Scholarship Juanise Foster is the daughter of Mr. Belvie J. Foster, owner of Good Life Media Productions, and a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Epsilon Chi Sigma Chapter in Chicago, Illinois. Juanise is a senior at Kenwood Academy High School in Chicago, Illinois. Her high school curriculum includes Honors, Advance Placement and Duel Enrollment courses across all disciplines. She is a member of the Kenwood Academy Honor Society, the award-winning Concert Choir, Girls Golf Team and the Focus Club. In 2016 Miss Foster joined Top Teens of America (TTA), Evergreen Park Chicago Chapter, a National Organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of Teens and encouraging excellence in becoming the best version of self. She currently serves as the TTA Treasurer of Area III and holds the office of Recording Secretary and Parliamentarian of her local TTA Chapter. Outside of school, Juanise is actively involved in volunteerism within the community. Her volunteer activities include participation in projects on MLK Day of Service and spending many hours of service with various organizations including Feed My Starving Children, Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, New Moms and AARP to name a few. Juanise’s educational aspirations consist of acquiring a bachelor’s degree in Biology leading to a medical career as a Pediatrician. In preparation to embark on this education track, she participated in two summer STEM programs; STEM and Health Science and Forensic Investigators, both of which enhanced her knowledge of science and health. As a physician, she will not only utilize her medical skills, but she will use her interpersonal skills to develop a positive relation with young patients so they will feel comfortable communicating with her as their caregiver. Her experiences over the past three and half years have shaped her educationally and made her aware of her community and the importance of providing support to others. She has given herself a personal charge to continue her education and to make a lasting impression on others.

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Blue and White Scholarship Imani Muse

is a senior from Kenwood Academy High

School in Chicago, Illinois. She is ranked in the top ten of her graduating class of 360 with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of a 4.9. Imani has been a school student representative all four years and became the leader of the school’s most known and prestigious organization, FOCUS. In addition to being a hardworking student, she is also a 12-year pageant competitor. Through pageantry, she established a heart for service and a deep love for giving back. With a heart of giving back it ultimately led her to develop her own civic platform entitled Small Acts Matter (#SAM) where she encourages people to give in smaller ways to incite change. While competing in pageants it helped her to curate essential public speaking and personal communication skills that has made her confident in her abilities to succeed in any environment or group of people. In the future, it is her hope to intertwine her passion for service and occupation by obtaining a degree in finance and use it to educate financial literacy in underprivileged communities such as her own. She is extremely dedication to being better than who she was yesterday and aspire to continue to do so personally, socially and academically. Imani is a member of Tau Psi Zeta’s Archonette Club.

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Blue and White Scholarship Falyn Gill

is the daughter of Tyrone and Fayette Gill and

she has one brother. She attends Marian Catholic School in Chicago Heights, Illinois, where she has been listed as an honor roll student since her freshman year. During her sophomore year, she joined the Varsity Cheerleading Team and the Student Council Executive Board serving as Secretary. Her other school activities include Chief Administrator of the Black Student Union, Secretary of Diversity Council, and a member of the Generation Green and Varsity Lacrosse manager. Falyn has been awarded Student of the Month in subjects such as English, Math, Science and Spanish. In May of 2020, she was inducted into the National Honor Society. Outside of school, she is a member of “I Dance Chicago” where she performs styles of ballet, jazz, lyrical and tap. Her dance troupe has performed many routines at various locations such as Disney World, Universal Studio, and the United Nations. Falyn participated with After School Matters Joffrey Ballet program in Chicago, Illinois where she learned choreography from principal ballet dancers and performed across the Chicagoland area. She is a member of Tau Psi Zeta Archonette Club which allows her to focus on community service and sisterhood.

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Zeta Male Scholarship Recipients

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Jaylin Peace

Jaylin is a senior at St. Joseph High School in Westchester, IL. He was born in Maywood, IL but currently resides in Westchester. He is a young artist that loves to draw. He mostly enjoys drawing Anime and Cartoon characters, but sometimes enjoy drawing other things to spread his horizons . Jaylin also enjoys playing video games and hanging with his friends in his free time. Jaylin has dreams of being an Artist. He wants people to notice and be inspired by him and his art. He believes if you draw every single day, you will get better and see greater results in your art pieces. He hopes his skills and passion for art will make a difference in the world. He will be attending Columbia College Chicago, where he will major in Art Illustration.

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Justin Manning

Justin is an honor student at Rauner College Prep in Chicago, IL. He’s a two sport-athlete. He’s one of four football captains at Rauner where he plays Defensive Back/Cornerback, which he’s played since the age of ten. Justin is also captain of the Boys Track & Field Team, where he runs the 100M Hurdles, Long, Triple and High Jump. What started as a hobby now turned business, Justin is a shoe enthusiast. Shoes are an essential part of his life that has had an impact like no other. He has his own shoe cleaning business that he started in Spring 2020. His favorite shoes to wear are Jordan 1s because they’re extremely comfortable and a classic shoe to wear to any event. Music is another activity he enjoys. He created a playlist that is very diverse and different; 90’s and 80’s rap music is my go-to music. Justin currently holds a 4.3 G.P.A. and will be attending Illinois State University in the fall majoring in Computer Science.

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Highest G.P.A. Scholarship Omicron Delta Chapter Eastern Illinois University 39


Mikayla Sanford

Mikayla is a Senior at Eastern Illinois University. She’s set to graduate in December of 2021. Her major is Biology, Pre-Physician Assistant with a minor in Spanish. Mikayla aspires to be a Pediatric Physician Assistant, both clinically and surgically. She is involved in many organizations and hold numerous positions. She is President and Black Student Union Representative of Omicron Delta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Treasurer of Unity Gospel Choir and the current reigning Miss Black EIU 2020 & 2021; while being the face and liaison for the Black Student Union.

Mikayla hopes to inspire young people and show them that no matter what, they can achieve and live their out dreams.

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Undergraduate of the Year Omicron Delta Chapter Eastern Illinois University 41


Shariah Campbell

Shariah is a senior at Eastern Illinois University and a proud member of Omicron Delta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. She became a member on November 16, 2019 along with four other young ladies. She is the daughter of Lakisha and Charles Campbell, Sr. She is the youngest of four girls and oldest of one brother. She is from Chicago, Illinois. She currently serves as the Phylacter and Z-HOPE Chair of her chapter. She also serves at the Parliamentarian of Eastern’s NPHC. She aspires to be a social worker for the Department of Children and Family Services. Her passion is to work with children who are overlooked, neglected and abused to help build better a foundation for the future generations to come. She wants to thank the UG Council of Tau Psi Zeta for nominating her Undergraduate of the Year.

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Amicae Scholarship Recipients

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Amica Alicia Coppage

has been an active member of the

auxiliary since January 19, 2019. She attends Capella University where she is majoring in Business Management and holds a 4.0 GPA. Currently, she works fulltime as a Universal Agent for Xfinity. She has aspirations after graduating to open her own event planning business. She plans to use the scholarship funds to relieve some financial stress newly placed upon her as a college freshman. In her spare time, she serves as a Gift of Hope Ambassador for Organ Donation and is a member of the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, Children’s Miracle Network and New Faith Baptist Church. In one of her recommendation letters, it states “Alicia is a woman of integrity who has shown incredible resilience and determination. Therefore, I am not surprised that she is pursuing higher education at this time and I expect great things from her.”

Amica Sade Watson has been an active member of the auxiliary since October 19, 2019. She attends Governor’s State University where she is majoring in Interdisciplinary Studies and holds a 3.9 GPA. Along with being an exceptional full time student, she works full time and is also a wife and a mother. She is employed as a paraprofessional at Regeneration Schools, Basil Elementary School, working in the middle school partnering with Diverse Learning students. After graduation, her goal is to become a Teacher for kids in an inner city school. She states that “she really pushes herself in life to show her drive to succeed”.

She holds a Department of Children and Family Services Mandated Reports Certificate and serves as a nurse at Zion Temple MB Church. One of her recommendation letters states “I have known her to be punctual, professional and pleasant. She knows and performs all aspects of the position with gusto. She is well liked by students and teachers alike.”

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Congratulations

to our 2021 Finer Womanhood

Honorees and Tau Psi Zeta Chapter Members on 16 Years of successful Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood!

From the Executive Board Members of Tau Psi Zeta Chapter 2020-2022 TPZ Elected Officers

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Darcell Norwood Baugh, President

R. Alicia Thomas, 1st Vice President

Dr. Avis Criss, 2nd Vice President

Shannon Blackburn, 3rd Vice President

Leesa Alexander, Recording Secretary

Donyel Hobbs Williams, Corresponding Secretary

LaDonna Randle, Treasurer

Stacey Foster, Financial Secretary

Lindsay Gregorio, Historian

Theresa Smith Hickman, Chaplain


2020-2022 TPZ Committee Chairs Covonnia Jones & Phaedra Richardson—Adopt-a-School Liaisons

Renee Byrd & Tameka Bufford—Amicae Co-Sponsors

Allene Cunningham – Domestic Violence Coordinator

Jackie Smiley Reynolds & Yvette Barber—Elder Care Liaisons

Evelyn Murdock & Tamika Robinson – Fit & Finer

Donna Cooper, Tina Davis, & Leonardra Stevens—Fundraising

Leslie Buckner & Michelle Turner – Life Members Liaisons

Denise Stewart & Simone Allen—NPHC-C Reps

ShaRhonda Sharp– PR & Marketing

Shatonya Flowers —PR & Marketing Coordinator

Dawn White – Pearl Pages Editor

Mariam Thiam Hill—Community Engagement Coordinator

Racheal Davis - Service & Social Action

Aqeelah Abdul Shakur & Rhonda Kimbrough—Special Events

Toiya Craig – Step Team

Regina Berry & Tasha Dicks – Stork’s Nest

Donna Fuller – Stork’s Nest Coordinator

Teri Lewis & Kelly Giles – Technology

Tammy Rutledge & Leah Bailey Langston – The Finer Experience

Donyel Hobbs Williams & Denise Stroud—Zeta Male Network

Shauntae McChristian & Latoya Lindberg – Zeta Youth (Pearlettes)

Felicia Shell & Secrett Stone Daniels– Zeta Youth (Amicettes)

Tia Stansberry & Angela Grimes– Zeta Youth (Archonettes)

Vontonia Owens– Zeta Youth Coordinator

Legirtha Smith – Z-HOPE

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CONGRATULATIONS SOROR BAILEY LANGSTON ON THIS WOUNDERFUL ACHEIVEMENT. WELL DONE, WELL DESERVED. - Soror Janette Carter

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Tau Psi Zeta Chapter | Chapter Roster Abdul-Shakur, Aqeelah # Alexander, Leesa # Allen, Simone # Al-Nurridin, Fajr ~ Altheimer-Umphlett, Octavia Anderson, Francine # Anderson, Lorianna Anderson, Ronnica # Artis, Elsie* Baber, Yvette Bailey, Marietta # Bailey Langston, Leah # Baker, Akilah Banks, Tiara # Bates, Leslie Battle, Bridgette Battle, Ketina Bell-Johnson, Johanna Bennett, Charise # Bennett-Lindberg, LaToya Berry, Regina Booker-Law, Keenya # Bowers, Rosalyn# Bradley-Harper, Monikki Brooks, Jacqueline Brown, Ashley Brown, Kimba Brown, Krystal # Brown, Taquanna Brown, Yvonne Buckner, Leslie ~* Bufford, Tameka # Burnett-Wise, Peggie # Burrows-Jackson, Juli Butler, Mildred P.*c/o Wynne Crosby Byrd, Renee S. ~*# Carriere, Tanya Carter, Janette # Carter, Natasha Carter-Thomas, Audrey Clark, Jonetta Clemons, Jazmin # Clemons, Laurie # Cole, Christina 140

Coleman, Danielle Coleman, Kenesha Coleman-Gill, Fayette Collier, Jacquelyn H ~ Conley, Debra Cooper, Donna Craig, LaTanya Craig, Toiya # Crawford, Pamela Cuevas, Patricia Cunningham, Allene Daley, Angela Davis, Clarissa* Davis, Johnique Davis, Katrina Davis, Kiahna Davis, Racheal # Davis, Tina M ~* Dean, Erica DeForneau, Portia Dicks, Tasha Dockery, Monique Doss-Patterson, Kim Drake, MonaLisa Dunlap, Toni Durrell-Daniels, Loretta Eades, Nicole ~ Ector-Smith, Shirolyn # Edmonds, Michelle Fallie, Antoinette Flanders, Reshecoa # Fleming, Mary Flowers, Kelly #* Flowers, Shatonya # Ford-Edwards, Jamila # Foscett-Gonzalez, LaTisa Foster, Stacey # Franklin, Britni Franks, Tiffany Frazier-Funches, Jamise # Fuller, Donna Gadson, Angela Gaither, Rasheda Gilbert, Maisha

~ Charter Members | * Life Members | # Legacy

Giles, Kelly # Golliday, LaQuinta Goolsby, Allison # Gordon, Avis *# Grady, Paula Graham, Bithyah Gray, Renee # Grayson, Allyssa Gregorio, Lindsay Gregory, Sara Griggs, Andrea Grimes, Angela Hampton, Stefanie Harper, Rita Harris, Geneva Harris, Linneth Harris, Shirnette Harston, Trasie Haynes, Ruby Haymer, Rowena # Hill, Travillya Hinton, Latavia Holley, LaNette # Hollis, Valerie Honeycutt, Roberta Horton, Ashyle Houston, Cheri Hughes, Tracy Ivy, Detrice Jackson, Doris James, Belinda # Jenkins, Kendra Jenkins-Richardson, Chassidy Jewell, Robbie Johnson, Angela R Johnson, Fabienne # Johnson, Sharron~ Jones, Covonnia Jones, Jacquelyn # Jones, Stephanie Jordan-Hood, Lolita Jordan, Tiffany # Kerr, Neffer-Oduntunde A. Kimbrough, Rhonda #


Tau Psi Zeta Chapter | Chapter Roster Kinnie-Neal, Lisa Kyles, Denise Ladner, Malikah Langston, Nicole Lathan, Zshoan Lavendar-Gates, Twila Layton, Nicole LeMayWilson, Tamara Lewis, Harriett # Lewis, Teri *# Loggins, Willetta Lowery, Beverly # Marshall, Cheryl Mason, Jennifer McCaa, Patricia McChristian, Shauntae McClain, Jermica McGee, Meshell Minor Johnson, Malene Mitchell Smith, Cassandra Montgomery, Brenda Morris, Briana # Muhammad, Fatimah Muhammad, Khalilah Murdock, Evelyn Murph, Danisha Niblack, Susan Norman, Junene # Norwood-Baugh, Darcell *# Pearson, Ayanna Perry, Akilah # Perry, Kiaya # Peterson-Garcia, Trina Phillips, Laneisha Pitts-Williamson, Cheryl Preyer-Owens, Vontonia Proctor, Dawn # Pryor, Belinda Pulphus, Ashanti # Pumphrey, Kelli Purham, Tonie Rahimi, Marnel Randle, LaDonna * Redmond, Beverly #

Retess, Britney Richardson, Phaedra # Riley, Kathy # Robinson, Dominique Robinson, Tamika Rolle, Rochelle Rolling, Monique Ross-Busch, Lejon Russell, Shardae Rutledge, Tammy # Sanders, Siobhan ~ Scott, BreNae' T # Shannon, Debbie Sharp, ShaRhonda Shaw, Linda Shell, Felicia Silas-Patterson, Tracey #* Simmons, Asha # Simmons, Lauren # Simmons, Michelle # Simon, Natilee ~ Smiley (Reynolds), Jacquetta Smith, Dorrell Smith, Helena Smith, Legirtha Smith-Hickman, Theresa Smith-Woods, Angel # Stamps, Taylor Stansberry, Tia # Stephens, Chanise Stevens, Leonardra # Steward, Jacqueline # Stewart, Jeanett Stewart, Theonia # Stone Daniels, Secrett # Stroud, Denise Summers, Angela # Sumner, Vearllean Tate, Diedra # Taylor, Courtney #

Thomas, Rebecca Alicia # Thomas, Shaunise Timberlake, Lisa * Tomlin, Cecili Townsend, Dana # Travis, Crystal Tunstall, Camille Turner, Michelle *# Wallace, Katherine Wallace, Nikkia Wallace - Stevens, Vernita Walton-McGee, T Candice ~ Ware, Anna Ware, Susie * Washington, Tara # Watkins, Shannon # Watson, Margo Webster-Scott, Jamie Wellons Strickland, Frances West, ShaVonne # Weston-Butler, Tanya White, Dawn White, Erica # White-Williamson, Cheryl # Williams, Concetta ~ Williams, Donyel Williams, DoriAnn Williams, Kimberly Williams, Lizette Williams, Yolanda V. # Williams-Brummel, Angela Williamson, Cherjuan # Wilson, Carolyn * # Wilson, Shilena Winbush, Yvonne Wise, Carita Woods, Janice Woods, Jasmyne # Yancy-Blackburn, Shannon Young, Sondra

Taylor, Tamera # Taylor-Lewis, Samella Taylor Powers, Charlotte ~* Thiam-Hill, Mariam #

~ Charter Members | * Life Members | # Legacy

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Tau Psi Zeta Chapter

Youth Auxiliary Roster

Aminata Hill Gia Heffner Jai-Elle Ross Johniece Stewart Jorianna Stewart Kenadi White Layla Smith Lyric Wise Meghan Carter Myah Jones Salenna Russell

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Amylah Thomas Anyssa Abdul Shakur- President Brianna Flowers Chole Fallie Da'Ja Robinson Deziyah Saffold J'Ayanna Parks Jessica Rule Keaaranee Jackson Khatimah Muhammad Laila Wiley Laniyah Murphy Lauryn Randle Layla Ladner Lourdes Williams Matia Lawson Najeri Florez Sahirah Shields Spirit Daniels Tamela Collins Taylor Williams Trinity Clay ZIATI HILL Zoey Adebayo

Alexandria Brown Alexaundria Washington Amira Shenault Ari Lewis Chaplan Ashley Young Autumn Kimbrough CymphaniCarey - Secretary Dakota HuffBrand Erin Williams Falynn Gill Imani Muse- Sergeant at Arms Jada Mead Jarena Shells Jordan Jones Jordan Mighty- President Kamya Harper Kaniyah Richardson Kendal Armstrong Kennedy Hughes Kennedy Smith Kerri Johnson Kizzana Nicholson Laila Morris- Treasurer Londyn Jefferson- V. President Makaila Mitchell-Evans Mikayla Adebayo Nadia Reynolds Nadia Williams Samara Harris Stacia Smiley Symone Waite Tyler Ellison Zaria Eberhart


Tau Psi Zeta Chapter

Zeta Male Network Roster LeBaron L. Williams, Sr. Karim Scott Newson, Jr. Herman Jackson, Sr. Marvell Brantley Mark Stroud, Jr.

Patrick Peterson Henry “Bruce” Brummel Charles Talbert

Finer Womanhood Committee We would like to thank the Finer Womanhood Committee Members for their commitment to making this event successful. A special thanks and appreciation to the following individuals: Finer Bizaar - Finer Experience and Special Events Committee - Aqeelah Abdul-Shakur, Tammy Rutledge, Leah Bailey Langston and Rhonda Kimbrough Life Member Leadership Series - Tau Psi Zeta Life Members Finer Drive - Service and Social Action Committee - Racheal Davis | Interns: Khaliah Muhammad and Cheryl Pitts Williamson Silent Auction - Monique Rollings, Michelle Turner, Margo Watson, Denise Stewart, Leonardra Stevens and Rhonda Kimbrough Finer Womanhood Event Production and Logistic - Renee Byrd, Leslie Buckner and Shatonya Flowers Virtual Church Service - LaCheerios Committee (Theresa Hickman) Entertainment Committee - Rhonda Kimbrough, Tasha Dicks, Clarissa Davis and Denise Stewart PR & Marketing Team: Digital Souvenir Journal and Ad Book - Shatonya Flowers, Dawn White, Ashanti Pulphus, ShaRhonda Sharp, Renee Byrd and BreNae Scott (Intern) Fervent Hearts Foundation Board Amicae Basket Raffle– Alicia Coppage and Jessica Waite Virtual FWH Playlist - Charlotte Taylor Powers, BreNae Scott and Tasha Dicks Decorations - Leslie Buckner, Tammy Rutledge, Tasha Dicks, Sondra Young and Denise Stewart Finer Womanhood Committee Logistics - Leah Bailey Langston, Lynn Holley, Kathy Wallace, Darcell Norwood Baugh and Sondra Young Mistress of Ceremony - Teri Lewis Tau Psi Zeta Technology Committee - Teri Lewis, Kelly Giles, Lauren Simons and Mary Flemings Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated National Tech Committee Members - Nicole Sarver and Desiree Whitehead Videography and Production - Belvie Foster Virtual 5K D.O.V.E Run - Fit and Finer Committee (Evelyn Murdock and Tamika Robinson) 143


Tau Psi Zeta Chapter

Zeta Amicae of Alsip Roster PRESIDENT

Amica Jessica Waite

VICE-PRESIDENT

Amica Belinda D. Lambert

RECORDING SECRETARY

Amica Lisa Jordan*

CORRESPONDING SECRETARY

Amica Shannon Williams

TREASURER

Amica Alicia Coppage

FINANCIAL SECRETARY

Amica Theresa Hill*

PARLIAMENTARIAN

Amica Roskeyia Powell

HISTORIAN

Amica Ericka Smith*

CHAPLAIN

Amica Nikia Webster

AUXILIARY MEMBERS Amica Alexandra Arjona Amica Yvette Bassett Amica Diane Dorsey Amica Ariel Duncan Amica Yvonne Henley Amica Adrienne Johnson

Amica Leah Jones-Handy Amica Victoria Jones Amica Lorrie McReynolds-Murphy Amica Patricia Mitchell* Amica Tamika Parks Amica Kia J. Peterson Amica Lisa Plenty Amica Latonya Robinson Amica Katreana Smith

Amica LaVorgis Sturkey# Amica Barbara Tankson* Amica Sade Watson Amica Elizabeth Maria Wright

BUDGET CHAIR BYLAWS CHAIR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CHAIR FINER WOMANHOOD/SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISING CHAIR LACHEERIOS CHAIR MEMBERSHIP CHAIR PROGRAMMATIC THRUST CHAIR PR/MARKETING CHAIR SCRAPBOOK CHAIR SERVICE & SOCIAL ACTION CHAIR SPECIAL EVENTS CO-CHAIRS STORK'S NEST LIAISON Z-HOPE & ZSMS CHAIR/CO-CHAIR

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COMMITTEE CHAIRS/LIAISONS Amica Alicia Coppage Amica Roskeyia Powell Amica Lisa Jordan Amica Alicia Coppage, Chair/Amica LaVorgis Sturkey, Co-Chair Amica Adrienne Johnson Amica Nikia Webster Amica Belinda D. Lambert Amica Jessica Waite (Adopt-a-School & Elder Care) Amica Ericka Smith, Chair/Amica Jessica Waite, Co-Chair Amica Jessica Waite Amica Belinda D. Lambert Amica Roskeyia Powell, Chair/Amica Tamika Parks, Co-Chair Amica Lisa Plenty Amica Patricia Mitchell, Chair/Amica Belinda D. Lambert, Co-Chair

* # Legacy



Congratulations Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

on a successful Finer Womanhood Scholarship

& Awards Program

Mr. Ray Thomas Owner, Ravens LLC


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