WAY TO GO TEAM KIZ!!!

 

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter has a special connection with March of Dimes. In fact, some of our very own Sorors were pre-mature infants!  It's because of March of Dimes that pre-mature infants are able to receive the proper resources in order to live. Kappa Iota Zeta participated in the March of Dimes/March for Babies walk in Downtown Atlanta on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Led by Committee Chair, Soror Dana Scott and a dedicated team of walkers, Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter stepped it up and we exceeded our goal! Our goal was $5,000 and to date we have raised $8,140.00! 

Way to go Sorors!!

Congratulations Kappa Iota Zeta on not only establishing a goal but exceeding it!!

Theta Chi Zeta Chapter, Inc. of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. of Thomasville, Georgia Represented

 

 

On April 17, 2014, Sorors from Theta Chi Zeta Chapter recently attended a Blue and White Reception in Tallahassee, FL honoring the newly appointed President, Soror Elmira Mangum, PhD, of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU).

 

Several Zeta Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Chapters from surrounding areas were also present.

 

Sorors in attendance from the Theta Chi Zeta Chapter, Inc. of Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority, Inc. where: (seated) Joreatha Malone (a Zeta Dove for over 50 years), President, Soror Elmira Mangum, PhD, Mary Jefferson, (standing) J. Renee Holton, Julia Berry, Noni Hunter, Johnnie L. Brown, and Geraldine Faulk.  Brother John H. Malone of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, accompanied his wife and daughter along with other Zeta’s and Sigma’s as we each enjoyed the fellowship with the President Soror Elmira Mangum.

 

Soror Mangum received many lovely gifts among them is one that really stands out, a beautiful rotating globe on a base.

 

After the program a delicious meal was served. We all had a chance to mingle and chat with the President.

 

State of Georgia Hall of Fame Inductee: Soror Sarah J. White

 

Soror Sarah J. White was recently inducted into the State of Georgia 2014 Hall of Fame in Athens, Georgia at the Celebration of Finer Women Awards Banquet.

Soror White received a Bachelor of Science Degree at Fort Valley State University and a Master of Science Degree at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, both in the area of Mathematics/Education.  Soror White has enjoyed teaching many gifted as well as challenging students in Wisconsin and Georgia for thirty-five years. She retired from the Dougherty County School System in 2005.

Soror White is a Diamond Life member and ZOL certified.  As a member of Beta Omega Zeta Chapter, Soror White has held various offices that include Basileus, First Anti-Basileus and Parliamentarian. Additionally, she has served as the undergraduate advisor for Pi Beta Chapter of Albany State University and the State of Georgia Youth Coordinator.

Soror White is a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Albany and is very active with the Missionary and Nursery Ministries.

Soror White is a native of Telfair County, McRae, Georgia and the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Lee (Hattie) Ashford.  She is married to Lonzie White and they are blessed with two children and one grandson.

5 Goals for the Founders Lead us Chapter of the Year

The Remarkable Rho Xi Zeta Chapter of Kennesaw Georgia won Chapter of the Year by focusing on 5 areas.  The 1^st goal was to  Retain and Reclaim Sorors.  This year we had 10 Sorors reclaim/ transfer into our chapter plus we initiated 3 new Sorors, bringing our total membership to 35. 

 

Our 2^nd goal was to serve the community through Service. Some of major annual service projects are Taste of Blue Health a wellness fair held on Founders day, our Teacher Supply drive benefiting teachers of Sanders Middle School and the March of Dimes walk were we raised over $3500 this year.

 

Our 3^rd goal was to provide embellishment to our Sorors.  We covered Anti- Hazing information, Networking to Build our Chapter Brand, Reclaim sessions for Sorors that have been away from Zeta for 5+ years and Things every Zeta should know.

 

Our 4^th goal was to build our Support Network within the Blue and White family and the Divine Nine. We made a concerted effort to attend as many events as possible to build relationships to promote Greek love.  In turn, we have seen tons of support at our annual Hats and Heels Chapter Anniversary celebration, our monthly Doves and Dialogues Networking events and end of year celebration the Zeta Finer Womanhood Soiree where we recognized chapter Sorors and other Greeks.

 

Our 5^th and final goal was to do everything in the name of “Zeta”.  We are a small but mighty chapter and everything we have done this year was based on the foundation of the love we have for each other and our Fantastic organization! Through this goal we prevailed through any adversities we faced.  This year has been amazing and we can’t wait for the 2014-2015 year.

 

 

Alpha Theta Zeta Year in Review

 

Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter in Savannah, Georgia had a very busy and successful year.  The year was filled with activities that were geared toward our programmatic thrusts and various other programs.

The collage of pictures indicates just how busy we were.  During Finer Womanhood Month, the sorority worshipped together at St. Paul C.M.E.  We also enjoyed a fun filled evening at Barnes Restaurant where we held our Annual Madd Hatters Tea.  All Sorors dressed in jeans, high heeled shoes, Zeta paraphernalia, and a mad hat.

The youth advisors inducted young ladies in the Pearlettes, Amicettes, and Archonettes auxillaries.  All inductees are students in the local public schools who came with high recommendations to the organization.

 Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter gathered to take a group photo of the chapter. 

Also during Finer Womanhood Month, some of the Sorors spent time at Gadsden Elementary School, where Soror Deborah Jones is principal, reading to all the first graders.  Grade level books were given to all the students and a gift packet of books were given to the teachers.

The Sorors  participated in two Relays for Life.  The first one was held at Daffin Park where the Sorors either walked the route or handed out refreshments along the route.  The second relay was held at Benedictine Military Academy where Sorors, with their theme appropriate banner, walked for miles around the tract.  This relay lasted all night, and several Sorors stayed out all night in tents enjoying the planned activities.

Alpha Theta Zeta Chapter, the undergraduate chapters Rho Beta and Iota Tau, Amicae, and the Youth Auxiliaries donated seventy Easter baskets to Greenbriar Children’s Home.

The chapter has held other activities such as a monthly visit to the nursing home to paint fingernails of the residents.

 

 

 

 

Esther Grace Simmons, Poet and Author: Eta Theta Zeta Foundation,Inc. 3rd Annual Conference

Ms. Esther Grace Simmons was one of the featured authors at the Eta Theta Zeta Foundation, Inc. 3^rd Annual Conference on the Laney-Walker Boulevard Corridor: A Tribute to the Women of the Corridor and a Cadre of Other Influential Matriarchs.  The event was held April 25^th – 26^th at 1247 Laney Walker Boulevard in Augusta, Georgia. Saturday, April 26^th the authors read poetry and short stories from their literary works. Speakers reminding us of the importance of writing and preserving life histories were:  Dr. Seretha D. Williams, Professor of English at Georgia Regents University and Dr. Catherine L. Adams, Assistant Professor of English and Humanities Department Chair at Paine College.   Notable authors attending the event were: Mrs. Cecelia Johnson, Ms. Tiara Dugger, Ms. Carlyn Thomas and Mrs. Crystal E. Neal.  Dr. Jean Embry read poems from the literary work, Pieces of the Puzzle and Dr. Adeleri Onisegun spoke about her soon to be released book, Transformational Images.

 

During the social hour with food and fellowship, the authors signed their books for the people who bought them.  Soror E. Virginia Johnson invited Esther to attend this event and take part in the book signing.  Soror Esther Grace Simmons was blessed to sell several copies of her poetry book, Esther’s Book of Original Inspirational Poetry and her CD, “Sincerely Grace” featuring her latest original gospel songs.

 

Soror Arvella Robinson is the President of Eta Theta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Soror Betty J. Bryant is the Chairperson of Eta Theta Zeta Foundation, Inc.  Congratulations to the sorors of Eta Theta Zeta for a job well done.

Standing, left to right, Arvella Robinson, Esther Grace Simmons,

E. Virginia Johnson, and Betty J. Bryant

 

Sigma Mu Zeta is dedicated to giving back!

Sigma Mu Zeta is dedicated to giving back, and as such has committed to action every month at Traditions Health & Rehabilitation Center in Lithonia, Georgia and as part of the sororities Elder Care Initiative of Z-Hope.

The chapter believes in the preservation of the facilities patients, by providing them with self-respect, inspiration, enjoyment, and personnel revitalization. It has been a joy not just for the patients but the members of the chapter who look forward to seeing those smiling faces. The centers residence also look forward to seeing those familiar Zeta faces and the spirited competition that has grown in the competitive environment since the conception of this monthly event.

The goal and success of this event is to exercise their minds, body, and spirit.  The chapter has a successful collaboration partnership with the facility, which leaves the residence looking forward to the next meeting with the members of the chapter.
    

      

 

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