Pennsylvania Perspective
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's National First Anti-Basileus, Scarlet H. Black asked State
Director Barbara Cousar and sorors from the Commonwealth of PA to produce a
national anti-hazing video highlighting the impact of hazing on prospective
members and the organization. Soror Monique Wakefield wrote and directed the
video in Philadelphia with assistance from Soror Danita Crawford and Brother
Jacobi Simmons filmed the production. The message of this video is very
poignant and the film was unveiled by Soror Black at the Zeta Organizational
Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, IN.
Mary Breaux Wright 24th International President
Barbara A. Cousar 10th Pennsylvania State Director
Janet Y. Bivins, Esq. 16th Atlantic Regional Director
Summer 2013 Volume 1, Issue 3
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Soror Arlinda Clark, Esq., 8th Pennsylvania State Director, served as the legal voice
on the ramifications of hazing in the national anti-hazing video. In an interview with
Soror Snow, she discussed why Zetas need to get serious the eradication of hazing.
“Members don’t think about the end result of hazing,” Soror Clark said. “The
financial liability to the organization puts all of our assets at risk including our
International Headquarters. Lawyer fees costs tens of thousands of dollars. The bad
press from these incidents could result in loss of sponsorships and damages our
overall reputation.”
Soror Clark also mentioned the personal harm
members could face through hazing allegations.
“Hazing is a misdemeanor and/or felony in most
states,” said Soror Clark. “Charges could impact
you professionally. You could lose your job or lose
an opportunity for professional advancement.
Sorors just don’t see that far ahead of the impact.”
At the center of the hazing debate is why
prospective members feel it is necessary to engage
in hazing as a pathway to membership into Zeta
Phi Beta. Often times, prospective candidates feel
that they may be missing out on something by
their membership process. However, Soror Clark believes that “you can still instill a
rite of passage that is a positive, educational experience for new members.” She
goes on to say that “we need a better way to bond with each other and get rid of the
division. It will take some time, but we will get there!”
On Zeta's Blue Horizon is the newly revised and revamped Membership Intake
Process! All financial sorors must be re-certified for MIP as of June 1st. Sorors who
are interested in learning the new process should plan to attend the MIP training on
Saturday, September 21, 2013 on the campus of Widener University in Chester, PA.
MIP manuals will be on site and are available for purchase for $12.00.
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Barbara A. Cousar
10th Pennsylvania State Director
Thank you for attending the State Executive Board Meeting, the
Undergraduate Retreat and the Professional Development on the
campus of Gettysburg College – April 12-13, 2013. Without the
support of Rho Tau, the Elected and Appointed Officers, and the
Body, we could not have accomplished the type of experience that we
had. Several sorors praised the hard work and dedication of the
officers and the workshop presenters. I particularly enjoyed getting
the opportunity to put names behind the emails and meeting so many of you in person.
The evaluations provided great feedback and we will definitely use your input in planning
future workshops. Special thank you to the following sorors for doing an outstanding job in
executing the objectives, mission and vision of the workshops:
• Soror Valerie Hollingsworth – National Director of Strategic Planning
• Pennsylvania Past State Directors (Distinguished Soror Barbara A. Henderson,
Distinguished Soror Yolanda Goodwin-Humphrey, and Immediate Past State Director
Soror Sieta Achampong).
• Soror Danielle R. Green – Maryland State Director
• Soror Shanell L. Robinson – New York State Director
• Soror Andrea Jack –Budget & Finance Chair
• Soror Shanté C. Dash – Protocol Coordinator
Special thank you to the following sorors for your participation in the National
Anti-Hazing Video:
Project Directors:
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Social Action Team
Soror Danita Crawford
Soror Monique Wakefield
Cast Members
Soror Sharron Boddy - Lambda Lambda Zeta Chapter
Soror Sharonda Frink-Vincent - Beta Delta Zeta Chapter
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Soror La Tasha Payne - Beta Delta Zeta Chapter
Soror Nicole S. Rouse - Beta Delta Zeta Chapter
Soror Denise Marie Snow - Kappa Omega Zeta Chapter
Soror Yolanda Tate - Beta Delta Zeta Chapter
A special acknowledgement goes to Soror Arlinda Clark, Esq., our 8th Pennsylvania State
Director, for her participation and expertise. Sorors, you answered the Zeta call and did an
outstanding job in executing the concept of “Finer Women Don't Haze”.
Sorors, even though the National reclamation period is over, always keep the 4 R's in the
forefront and a part of your daily thoughts and conversations:
1. Recruit
2. Reclaim
3. Retention
4. Reactivation
Sorors, during the Undergraduate Luncheon
at the 2013 Atlantic Regional Conference in
October, the Atlantic Regional Director,
Soror Janet Y. Bivins, Esq. plans to highlight
and/or award the following:
Video contest submitted by undergraduate
chapters with the highest GPA on one of the
following topics:
A. Why we became Zetas ….
B. Our Founders would be so proud of Zeta today because …
C. The Atlantic Region is so great because …..
D. Our favorite principle is ….
E. The next 93 years of Zeta will bring ….
F. What inspires you to do the work of Zeta…
Soror Karima Rose, in conjunction with the Area Coordinators, will work closely with the
undergraduates to ensure that our undergraduates participate and are represented.
PA undergraduates are to submit photos to the [email protected] by September 1,
2013 to be included in the Regional slideshow of undergraduate activities. Photos should
be of the following:
Omega Rho Chapter Graduation
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Eta Sigma Chapter Graduates
A. Chapter doing community service
B. Chapter winning an award from the university
C. Photo of the chapter’s charter members
Note: Undergraduates, please ensure that you share with your graduate advisor the photos
submitted before emailing them.
During a separate event, the Regional
Director would like to highlight all of
the 2013 graduates from the Atlantic
Region and of course we want
Pennsylvania to be well presented. The
recognition includes college graduates
or professional school, our Archonettes
from high school, and the Amicae that
might be leaving our Amicae Auxiliaries
by graduating from college.
Submissions are to be emailed to [email protected] by
September 1, 2013. Submissions can be in a group or individual,
but the graduate is in her cap and gown (others surrounding her do not have to be in cap in
gown). Each submission must indicate the name of the graduate, from what institution,
what degree or diploma, chapter or auxiliary.
The Atlantic Regional Director, Soror Bivins, Esq. is very interested in Pennsylvania
growing through chapters being chartered. Therefore, if any sorors have expressed interest
in chartering a chapter, please forward their contact information to my attention. For
additional information, please review Article XIII of the Bylaws (Sixth Edition, 2001) in the
National Constitution and Bylaws and pages 77-78 of the Eleventh Edition, 1997 of the
National Handbook.
Sorors, our sisterhood is in a good place at this time and we thank International Grand
Basileus Mary Breaux Wright for listening intensely when in the company of sorors,
hearing the voices of sorors, and constantly working to move Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
forward and to get us prepared for the Centennial. Can you believe we are only 7 years
away from celebrating this major milestone within our great sisterhood? 2020 will be
here before we know it and we know that soon, we will be experiencing the beginning of
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the Centennial pre-celebrations and activities. I hope you are just as excited as I am and so
many other sorors across Zetadom , who are looking forward to honoring the legacy and
memory of our Founders and celebrating the great and many accomplishments and
contributions that we have made to society. We anxiously anticipate the Centennial plans
and direction from Past Grand Basileus Jylla Moore Tearte.
Lastly, Sorors, as the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, we need to start the discussion
surrounding how we as a State want to begin the foundation on how we plan to participate,
support and join in the festivities of a life time -100 years of being a “community conscious
action-oriented organization that continues to build on the principles of Zeta while blazing
new paths!”
• Zeta Day on the Hill, Washington, D.C. – September 18, 2013
• PA Zeta Round Up – September 21, 2013 at Widener University
• 55th Atlantic Regional Leadership Conference – Buffalo, NY – October 9-13, 2013
• Joint Founders’ Day Celebration - January 2014 (date & location TBD)
• Zeta Day in the City – January 16, 2014. Additional information is forthcoming.
• 2014 CPLC – April 11-12, 2014. Philadelphia, PA. Support Chapter: Beta Delta
Zeta. Registration brochure will be disseminated soon.
“Overall I thought it was excellent from start to finish! Meetings were carried
out in an extremely organized and informative manner. Presentations were
interesting, practical and most helpful to those sorors currently in leadership
or considering it in the future. The presentations were enjoyed by all sorors!
I am certainly looking forward to future meetings, training, and
presentations to further our skills in providing effective leadership at all
levels.” – Soror Charlotte Mauldin-Weston, Beta Delta Zeta Chapter
“One of my highlights of the State Meeting would be the etiquette dining
session that we experienced. I learned a lot about proper dining and this
provided me with a chance to actually sit down and communicate with
different sorors. My favorite part of the retreat was the photo shoot that
every chapter participated in. The photos to me represented that sisterhood
and unity amongst everyone.” – Soror Patrice Harling, Omega Rho Chapter
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Under the leadership of Pennsylvania’s Social Action Team and State Director
Cousar, the Commonwealth hosted its inaugural “Zeta Day at the State Capitol”
on May 13, 2013. Sorors were hosted by Brother Jordan Harris (State
Representative for 186th Legislative District), and were honored to be present
as the House of Representatives declared May 13th as “Zeta Phi Beta Day”
through House Resolution #320. Members engaged in informative sessions
throughout the day, met with the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, and
took a tour of the Capitol. Very special thanks to Soror Danita Crawford and
Soror Monique Wakefield for their vision and hard work. An excerpt of the
House Resolution can be viewed on YouTube!
Visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHwSDVgUaJg to see Brother
Harris honor Pennsylvania & Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.
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Soror Janice Paige
Kappa Omega Zeta Chapter
Sorors from several graduate chapters in Pennsylvania
recently met to discuss and develop recommendations
supporting IGB Wright’s national initiative to support the
military community. Zeta Phi Beta wants to identify and reach
out to sorors who are presently serving in the military, as well as those
who have left the military, to reclaim and become part of Zeta once
again. The members included Soror Janice Paige (KΩZ), Soror
Kathleen Hodges (BDZ), Soror Cynthia Chandler (PXZ), and Soror
Tanya Folk-Smith (EΩZ).
In addition to the goal of locating military Zetas, sorors also want to
identify and create programs to support the needs of military
families and military veterans. Sorors who want to become part of
this important initiative are encouraged to join! You do not need
to have a military background or be part of a military family.
Sorors just have to have the desire and commitment to help the
military community. Interested members can contact any of the
participating sorors through their graduate chapters.
Sisterly,
Soror Cynthia Chandler
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In November 2013, youth from the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will
gather for a Youth Leadership
Conference. The purpose of the
conference is to engage our youth as we
equip and enlighten them through topics
relating to personal and professional
development such as “Make Your Mark”
and “Attitude is Everything”. In addition,
training will be provided for all youth
advisors. More information is
forthcoming.
Sisterly,
Lavonia A. Page
Shawnte Olden
PA Youth Coordinators
This year, Epsilon Omega Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, has had the honor of
having the Amicettes and Pearlettes active. The Advisors and committee members focused on
participating in community services with the Amicettes and Pearlettes, and portraying Finer
Womanhood. During the monthly meeting, the advisors and committee members focused on teaching the
following lessons: building self-esteem, preventing bullying, maintaining personal hygiene, maintaining a
healthy diet, and imparting the importance of education.
The Advisors and committee members met with the young ladies monthly and broke into smaller groups
to provide personal attention to each girl. We had a “no judgment” setting which allowed the girls to feel
comfortable asking any question. The young ladies had the opportunity to express themselves through
photo shoots, artwork and dance. The girls expressed how much they enjoyed the auxiliary meetings and
how they were applying what they were learning in their daily lives.
The Amicettes and Pearlettes are looking forward to this year’s agenda as some have moved on to
become Archonettes. Epsilon Omega Zeta chapter is looking forward to continuing to build lasting
friendships, enhance cultural awareness, and participating in community service events to help others
with the young ladies.
Respectfully Submitted,
Soror Bernadette Tasker, BSN, R.N
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Is Your Zeta Light Still On?
Come home to the House by
the Side of the Road…
Reignite Your Zeta Light and
rededicate your love for our
beloved Sorority. Plan to come
home to Zeta in 2013-14. As our
Centennial rapidly approaches,
Sorors of the Captivating
Commonwealth continue to be
that light on the shoreline! We
have accepted the challenge of
International Grand Basileus
Mary B. Wright and National
First-Anti Basileus Scarlet H.
Black to recommit our
contributions of time, talent, and
finances to Zeta. Are you ready
to rekindle your Zeta light?
Greetings Sorors!
Life certainly has a way of speeding by and before we know it, a week,
a month even years have gone by and we have missed out on so
much. Our dedication to our families, careers and other pursuits has
undoubtedly caused us to prioritize our time differently. Let us
consider this as we reach out to sorors who are inactive. As an
example for our sisters to follow, we may show them how to actually
have it all; a content family, successful careers, fulfilled creative
endeavors all while serving alongside sorors as financial and active
members of their chapters. With our help, encouragement and Love
for Zeta and our sorors, let’s strive to reignite the fire for ZETA in
their hearts. Let’s Do More; in fact, let’s do all we can to focus on
guiding home sorors whom have lost their way.
Soror Scarlet Black, our newly elected National First Anti-Basileus,
aims to increase membership across the world. The Captivating
Commonwealth will do our part to comply with Soror Black’s drive by
moving to increase membership by at least 25%.
If you know of an inactive soror who is looking for a local chapter in
PA to join, please direct them to our website (www.zphibpa.org) or
they may contact me at [email protected] or
(724) 426-5644.
Sisterly,
Sharron Boddy
PA 4R’s Membership Coordinator
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Chi Omicron Alumni sorors returned to
Edinboro University to generate Zeta
interest for reactivating the chapter.
Supported by Lambda Lambda Zeta and Xi
Delta chapters, sorors held a Z-HOPE panel
discussion and a Meet and Greet event. The
award-winning Xi Delta sorors also gave a
step exhibition during the halftime show at
the Edinboro vs. Clarion basketball game.
Are you interested in helping to reactivate a
chapter in PA in 2013-14? Please email your
inquiry to State Director Cousar at
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Greetings Sorors of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,
Oh my…we have been busy this year! I've seen some of the scheduled events that Sorors hosted across
the state and I must say: chapters are "Doin' It"! I know that you have enjoyed yourself across PA. It’s
BLUETIFUL when we get together and fellowship isn't it?
I will be attending the upcoming Atlantic Regional conference being hosted in Buffalo, NY. Will I see you
there? I hope that you’ve registered or you plan to register for Regionals. Registration for the Atlantic
Regional Conference is open NOW! Check with your chapter Basileus for paper or electronic registration
information or log on to www.atlanticregionzetas.org. This year, we are blessed to have fees that are
significantly lower for both conference registration and the Life Member luncheon. So, again, if you
haven't registered, go to the website, view the conference booklet, and register by September 11th. Let’s
support PA’s very own Distinguished Soror Madame Regional Director Janet Y. Bivins Esq. (a Diamond
Life Contributor) in our attendance numbers.
Life Membership is still open! Sorors from all over have embraced the opportunity to become Life
Members. So, prepare to welcome the new Life Members and support our beloved sorority.
Some of the benefits of Life Membership may include: designated and first seating at conferences on all
levels and/or separate Life Member only meetings where the status of the Sorority is discussed, written
communication amongst Life Members throughout the Sorority, and a semi-annual newsletter that
highlights Life Members in each Region. We must ask ourselves: what changes are needed and how could
we be a part of the change? Should the guidelines to becoming a Life Member be adjusted? Is it too easy
to become a Life Member? Too difficult? I ask: what obstacles have kept you from taking the next step?
Rest assured that our Life Members make a difference and we will continue to showcase our relevancy in
the sisterhood. If you would like to be a part of this legacy, please contact me by email at
Sisterly,
Soror Monica L. Younger
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Life Member Coordinator
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Zetas from around the Commonwealth of PA participate annually in raising funds and
prematurity awareness for the March of Dimes. This year was no different! PA chapters
have raised thousands of dollars for healthy babies! Undergraduate members were out
in full force and the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma joined sorors for this special cause.
Lambda Lambda Zeta - Pittsburgh, PA Kappa Omega Zeta – Montgomery County, PA
Beta Delta Zeta – Philadelphia, PA
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Greetings Sorors,
We are approaching our deadline (August 15, 2013)
for the completion of the Pennsylvania Membership
Video. To be included in our state video, please
upload pictures to the PA Dropbox account or email
pictures directly to [email protected]. Send
your chapter pictures from Finer Womanhood
luncheons, youth auxiliary meetings, March of Dimes,
scholarship breakfasts and even from Philly
Conclave! It is our hope to have a full representation
of all active chapters across the state including our
Undergraduates! Also, State Officers (elected and
appointed) and Past State Directors are asked to
submit a head shot for inclusion.
Sisterly,
Soror Jamina Clay-Dingle
Past PA State Directors
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Are you interesting in opening a Stork’s Nest for the next sorority year?
The Stork's Nest application is now available. Your chapter can obtain a copy by
contacting Soror Adrienne Hill.
All over the Commonwealth, chapters are supporting our Stork's Nest initiative in a
variety of ways! Here are some chapter highlights:
Kappa Omega Zeta Chapter has a ‘Nest that serves young mothers at an
alternative high school in Norristown, PA. Rho Chi Zeta Chapter recently had their
application approved to open a ‘Nest in Chester, PA approved and are working
diligently on their grand opening. Lambda Lambda Zeta Chapter hosted their 2nd
Annual Community Baby Shower in May in Pittsburgh, PA. If your chapter is
interested in learning more about opening a ‘Nest, please contact us at any time!
Soror Adrienne Hill, Stork's Nest Coordinator ([email protected])
Soror Melinda Graves, Stork's Nest Co-Coordinator ([email protected])
Soror Maryn Formley, Stork's Nest Co-Coordinator ([email protected])
Did you know that African-American women are more likely than any other ethnic population to die from
breast cancer? Breast cancer is a cancer that invades healthy breast tissue and replicate abnormal cells
bringing about a diagnosis of breast cancer. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death for African-
American women after lung cancer. African-American women breast cancers are often found later and at
a more advanced stage leading to fewer treatment options.
An estimated 26,840 new cases of breast cancer were expected to occur among African-American women
in 2011. Disparities in breast cancer among African-American women vs. other ethnic population include:
unequal receipt of prompt high quality treatment, lack of access to health care facilities, no insurance, and
lack of follow up care. Currently, the 5 year relative survival rate is 77 percent for African-Americans
compared to 90 percent among non-African-American women.
There are specific risk factors that allow one to become more prone in developing breast cancer such as
obesity, sedentary lifestyle behaviors, smoking, alcohol consumption, hormone replacement therapy, and
a family history of breast cancer.
At this time there is no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer which is why encouragement to reduce
the risk factors through a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise, proper diet, decreasing alcohol intake,
and early screening that includes mammograms to all women over the age of 40 or earlier if there is a
family history of breast cancer. Performing breast self-examinations and reporting abnormal findings to
your healthcare provider is essential in treating this disease.
Respectfully Submitted,
Soror Bernadette Tasker, RN, BSN
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Epsilon Omega Zeta chapter reclaimed 4
members during the "Let's Do More -
Membership Campaign":
Soror Takisha Mundy -West Chester University,
Theta Lambda Chapter, Spring 1998
Soror Shaneka Bowen - West Chester University
Theta, Lambda Chapter, Spring 2000
Soror Alexis Goode - West Chester University,
Theta Lambda Chapter, Fall 2003
Soror Kristen Abney - Virginia State University,
Phi Chapter, Fall 2007
EΩZ sorors hosted another successful
Blue Revue at the Downington
Country Club in May 2013.
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The Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Beta Delta Zeta Chapter adopted Laura H.
Carnell Elementary School. The school is located in the lower Northeast section of
Philadelphia. The school has three buildings in which they educate over 1,400
students from grades K-8 with diverse backgrounds.
Our very own Soror Tracey Mitchell-Lawrence requested that we adopt or partner
with her school where she serves as one of three Assistant Principals at Carnell
Elementary School. Soror Tracey Mitchell-Lawrence was assigned to work on the
administrative team at the school to help rebuild, refresh, rejuvenate, and re-
establish the school back to its great legacy. As a Zeta, Soror Mitchell-Lawrence
knows that members help other people excel by transforming lives and
communities through Z-HOPE.
The Z-HOPE Coordinator, Soror Tanaya Teamer, works with Assistant Principals,
Ms. Connie Grier and Soror Tracey Mitchell-Lawrence in developing workshops and
activities at the school. To date, Beta Delta Zeta Chapter has completed two
workshops at the school entitled “Budget on a Dime” and “Strategies for Paying for
College”. Both workshops had a good turnout of parents and students. We are now
in the planning phase of hosting a “Jeopardy Night” at the school for the students.
Winners from the Jeopardy Night will win prizes to use at the school’s store where
they can purchase books, snacks, etc.
We are so happy to partner with a school with a diversified student population in
need of our Z-HOPE initiatives to help the students and their parents excel!
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The sisters of Rho Chi Zeta chapter are a unique blend of ages, generations,
cultures, gifts and talents. These ladies are working hard to make a difference in
Delaware County.
In keeping with the chapter mission and the spirit of the principles of Zeta Phi Beta
Sorority, Rho Chi Zeta continues to give service through countless volunteer hours
and embracing the people of the Delaware County community with love and
respect.
The chapter has accomplished so much since being chartered in 2000. Rho Chi Zeta
Chapter is most proud of its signature-mentoring program ”UPLIFT” (Utilizing
Potential and Life Interest for Teens) and knowing that other chapters within Zeta
have modeled after the program. In its 13th year, the Blue Revue signifies the hard
work and dedication of the chapter to the Delaware County community.
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Rho Chi Zeta's UPLIFT
Mentoring Program, a 10 week
mentoring program for female
high schools students in
Delaware County launched in
November 2000, and has
provided the opportunity for
chapter members to assist in
the development of the
community by giving love and
guidance to one of the
community's most precious
resources--its female youth.
The culmination of the UPLIFT
Mentoring Program, the Finer
Womanhood Blue Revue "From
Girls to Pearls", is the signature
event of Rho Chi Zeta and
exciting for the entire
community.
Rho Chi Zeta Chapter is proud
to have the Pennsylvania State
Director, Soror Barbara A.
Cousar as a member and other
chapter members serving Zeta
in other leadership position
now and in the past.
For additional information,
please visit our website:
http: www.zpbbrochizeta.com;
follow us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/rhochizeta
and Twitter #rhochizeta–back
issues of chapter newsletter can
be found @
http://www.issuu.com/
rhochizeta
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Kappa Omega Zeta Chapter keeps “blazing trails” in Montgomery County. The chapter grew
leaps and bounds by reclaiming 5 sorors and initiating 8 new members this year! KΩZ
raised over $1,200 for the March of Dimes and joined the newly chartered Pi Gamma Sigma
chapter of Phi Beta Sigma for the March for Babies at Temple University – Ambler campus.
The Spring 2013 sorors organized their first service project in partnership with Healthy
Thoughts, a local stroke awareness nonprofit organization, and Abington Memorial
Hospital. The chapter donated over 900 toiletries to Abington Memorial Hospital’s Stroke
Center through a “Shower Me with Love” service initiative. In June, KOZ hosted their
Sapphire Gala, an elegant affair that drew more than 200 guests to honor Montgomery
County leaders and Zeta trailblazers. National Second-Anti Basileus Jacqueline Lemon-
Denton received the Excellence in Leadership Award and our Atlantic Regional Director
Distinguished Soror Janet Y. Bivins, Esq. received our Zeta of the Year honor.
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Upsilon
Chapter is the first African American Greek
Lettered Sorority on the campus of Penn State
Harrisburg. The Epsilon Upsilon Chapter was
chartered on April 21, 2012; the charter
members are Soror Shakeera Lyons-White,
Soror Darkesha Moton, Soror Kaiya Moore,
Soror Qualetha Boswell, Soror Destanee Keith,
Soror Britanni Rawlins. Since their chartering,
sorors have been doing the work of Zeta, and
learning from every experience.
As a chapter, we have done “MovieZ with Zetas”,
where we provided free movie tickets to
students and have one big trip to the movies to
see the popular movie of the month. “Bowling
with Zetas”, is our fundraiser with the local
bowling alley that we have done a few times,
and each time it became bigger and bigger and a
huge success. We’ve had many fun times with
our supporters from campus and in the
community.
In addition, every month we have worked with
local food banks in Harrisburg, PA where we
helped package food and distribute to people in
need. We have also participated in local
community service projects in Middletown, PA
that were provided through our school with a
local church.
We welcomed five new members into our
chapter, Uniqua Waterman, Capri Williams,
Kyaira Carter, Aretha Diri, and Dalian Salmon for
Spring 2013.
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Rho Tau has been on the move and blazing new paths for Zeta on the
campus of Gettysburg College. The chapter’s theme for the 2012-2013 sorority year was
#BlazingNewPaths and sorors have done just that. The chapter’s goal was to educate the campus
community and Adam’s County on Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Rho Tau implemented hashtag/principal
this year and has had success with every event.
#Scholarship
Every Monday the chapter held study and tutor sessions for the campus.
#National Initiatives
Rho Tau actively educated the community on the PA Voter’s ID Laws and registered over 50 people to
vote. The chapter also held CUB Tables to inform the campus that “Finer Women Don’t Haze.”
#Service
Rho Tau provides community service opportunity at minimum twice a month. The chapter enjoys
visiting the Adam’s County Children Advocacy Center and the Gettysburg Senior Center in Harold’s
Court.
#Finer Womanhood
The chapter held its 3rd Annual Finer Womanhood Dinner. During the dinner, the chapter recognized
campus students that exemplified the principles of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
#Sisterly Love ~ Soror Charrisha Watkins, Basileus, was
honored by the Nu Sigma Zeta Chapter as the 2013
Undergraduate Soror of the Year. Soror Watkins has
truly blazed a new path for Zeta.
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The “Forever Elite” Epsilon Eta
Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta recently
welcomed two beautiful young
ladies to our illustrious sisterhood.
Soror Hannah Burno and Soror
Shardae Studivant are both from
Philadelphia, PA and are more than
eager to get working on behalf of
our Sorority.
This past year, Epsilon Eta has
participated in the March of Dimes
fundraiser and volunteered with
the Boys and Girls Club of
Chambersburg, PA the first Friday
of every month!! Our Basileus,
Soror Marquita Johnson, completed
her undergraduate degree on May
11, 2013.
Z-Phi Sorors!!
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Omega Rho Chapter has had an amazing year of service and a flurry of activities on the
campus of Lock Haven University. In the spring, we held Wendy’s fundraiser,
conducted a blood drive with the American Red Cross, and held a “Where Are They
Now?” luncheon with Dr. Janet Irons about the growth of our culture. We hosted Z-
HOPE service projects such as “Is a Good Man Hard to Find?”, a Sexual Assault Program,
and volunteered at a local women’s shelter. Sorors also participated in the “End it
Movement”. This event brought to light the current issue of human trafficking that is
still occurring around the world. Chapter sorors also attended the Undergraduate
Retreat at Gettysburg College.
Omega Rho chapter hosted its 10 year Charterversary Celebration on May 4, 2013. We
named this event P.E.A.R.L which stood for Presenting Elegant and Refined Ladies.
There was music, awards, and food at this event; our past chapter members were in
attendance for this joyous occasion.
Our last event of the semester was our “Knock-out Session” for finals. We provided
students with a variety of refreshments as they studied for their upcoming final exams.
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Grammateus Anti-Grammateus Tanesa R. Moten, Nu Sigma Zeta Aisha Sharif-Lucas, Lambda Lambda Zeta
Tamias Tamias Grammateus Alberta Scott, Kappa Omega Zeta Diane Wilson, Beta Delta Zeta
Phylacter State Rep. to the Reg. Nominating Committee Kimberly Matthews, Nu Sigma Zeta Dionne Watts-Williams, Kappa Omega Zeta
Undergraduate to the Executive Board Patrice Harling, Omega Rho
10th Pennsylvania State Director Barbara A. Cousar
P.O. Box 356, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
www.zphibpa.org
Soror Denise Marie Snow
Kappa Omega Zeta Chapter
Editor’s Note:
As you can see, this is an exciting time to be a member of Zeta Phi Beta
in the Commonwealth of PA! Our chapters have championed serious
causes in the community, increased our visibility on college campuses,
and are working to secure the promise of Finer Womanhood through
youth auxiliary groups. We are committed to the work of Zeta and
ensuring that our legacy flourishes from 2020 and beyond. Your
feedback on the PA Perspective is always welcome. Please send your
comments or suggestions to [email protected]. Here’s to a
fantastic 2013-2014 sorority year!
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