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Philadelphia, PA April 11-12, 2014
Table of Contents State Director’s Greeting State Marshal & Co-Marshal’s Greeting Support Chapter Basileus’ Greeting Philadelphia Amicae Auxiliary President’s Greeting Conference Contacts General Information Conference Highlights Conference Deadlines Checklist Conference At-A-Glance Conference Attire Hotel Information Zeta & Amicae Workshop Schedule Workshops At-A-Glance MIP Registration Fact Sheet Workshop Presenters Registration Information Delegate & Alternate Instructions Delegate Registration Form Old School Block Party Flyer Z HOPE Service Project Flyer Z-HOPE Service Project (additional information)
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 2014 CPLC Registration Brochure
“Zeta now, Zeta tomorrow, Zeta always, should be the thought in the mind of every Zeta woman." Honorable Arizona L. Cleaver –Stemons Founder – Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
November 2013
Greetings Sorors, Amicae, and Friends of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: It is with great excitement and enthusiasm that I invite you to the 2014 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Leadership Conference (2014 CPLC). This conference will be held April 11-12, 2014 in the City of Brotherly Love, Sisterly Affection & the home of Honorable Founder - Arizona C. Stemons. The Support Chapter for the conference is Beta Delta Zeta. The focus for the 2014 CPLC is Keeping it R.E.E.L. (Reflect Explore Empower Leaders) and this conference will allow for us to come together to take care of the business of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, have fun at the Friday Night Old School Block Party Reception and to receive professional development through engaging and interactive workshops by dynamic Zeta and non-Zeta presenters. The 2014 CPLC State Marshals, Soror Shanté C. Dash and Soror Margaret Peoples Marsh, along with the entire support chapter, are hard at work to ensure that everyone’s experience is memorable, joyful and reflective. They are poised to welcome you with grace, warmth and open arms. During your time in the City of Brotherly Love & Sisterly Affection, I hope that you will get an opportunity to visit the many historical sites Philadelphia has to offer and to grab a “Philly Cheesesteak, soft pretzel and Tastykake – items in which Philadelphia is known for across the country. Before closing, I would like to thank each of your for attending our leadership conference and bringing your expertise to our gathering. As the leaders of our great sisterhood, you have the vision, the knowledge, the wherewithal and the experience to help us blaze and pave our way into the future. You are truly our greatest asset today and tomorrow, and we could not accomplish what we do without your support and leadership. Throughout this conference, I ask you to stay engaged, keep us proactive and help us shape the future of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. My personal respect and thanks goes out to all of you. Sisterly, Barbara 10th Pennsylvania State Director Page | 3
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November 2013 Greetings Sorors & Amicae of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: It is with great pleasure that we greet you on behalf of the 2014 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Leadership Planning Committee supported by Beta Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The hotel for the conference is the Philadelphia Renaissance Hotel, 500 Stevens Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19113. We are so grateful that you will join us in our City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection. The focus for the 2014 CPLC is: Keeping It R.E.E.L: Reflect, Explore & Shanté C. Dash Empower Leaders, which is reflective of our effort to provide opportunities for leadership, growth and development to continue Building on the Principles of Zeta…While Blazing New Paths. The 2014 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Planning Committee led by Conference Marshal, Shanté C. Dash and Dr. Margaret Peoples Marsh, Co-Marshal, under the direction of our 10th Pennsylvania State Director, Barbara A. Cousar, are working tirelessly to provide you with a remarkable conference. We guarantee this conference to be an enjoyable experience as we engage in the business of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, participate in resourceful training & workshops, and highlight our goals, accomplishments and community outreach services rendered under Z-HOPE towards helping others excel within our great state. We appreciate your dedication, time and talents which ultimately makes the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and its efforts a real success. Sisterly, Shanté C. Dash Shanté C. Dash, Marshal Dr. Peoples Marsh
Margaret Peoples Marsh Dr. Margaret Peoples Marsh, Co-Marshal
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November 2013 Greetings Sorors, Amicae, Youth, and Guests of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, On behalf of Beta Delta Zeta Chapter, our Undergraduates, Amicae and Youth Auxiliaries, it is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the city of brotherly love and sisterly affection for the 2014 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Leadership Conference! We are excited to receive you in the historic City of Philadelphia to conduct the business of our sisterhood, fellowship, and grow. While you are here, I also encourage you to take full advantage of the many cultural, dining, and shopping opportunities that the city has to offer. Congratulations to our Conference Marshals, Planning Committee, and State leadership for what promises to be a productive and energizing conference. Your dedication is greatly appreciated. Beta Delta Zeta Chapter will continue to support your efforts to serve the Commonwealth throughout the weekend. I wish much success to our 10th Pennsylvania State Director, Soror Barbara A. Cousar, as you realize your vision for this conference in “Keeping it R.E.E.L.: Reflect, Explore & Empower Leaders!� May your leadership be a blessing to our great sisterhood. Finally, I commend each of you for attending the leadership conference and investing in the advancement of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. It is my hope that you will leave rejuvenated, and with a renewed commitment to our principles and ideals! Sisterly, Saniah Saniah M. Johnson, CPA Basileus
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Greetings Amicae and Zeta Friends: It is our pleasure to extend greetings to all of the attendees of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Leadership Conference. We are honored and proud to be an integral part of this great Sorority through friendship, sisterly love, and support of our communities through outreach and service programs. We express sincere gratitude for your assistance, encouragement and support for the past 60 years. Kudos to Friend Barbara A. Cousar, State Director of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. May this be a great conference overflowing with enthusiasm and energy to tackle the many new challenges and opportunities ahead! We commend Friend Cromartie-Jones, Pennsylvania State Amicae Coordinator, for the hard work she has put forth for the Zeta Amicae. The Philadelphia Amicae also congratulates our sponsors and support chapter, Beta Delta Zeta Chapter, for their dedication to scholarship and service to the Philadelphia community. Sincerely with friendship and service, Phyllis Bundy, President Zeta Amicae Auxiliary of Philadelphia
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much�
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Questions concerning the conference and or documents within the registration packet may be directed to any of the following persons: Soror Barbara A. Cousar State Director Soror ShantĂŠ C. Dash State Marshal Soror Margaret Peoples Marsh State Co-Marshal Soror Diane Wilson Registrar Chair Soror Monique Wakefield Hotel Liaison Soror Wanda Cromartie-Jones Amicae Coordinator Soror Tracy Gray Nominations Chair State Project Coordinators Professional Development Workshops Soror Deanna Lewis Officers Reports Coordinator Soror Katherine Taylor Media Relations Coordinator Soror Elise Glenn Z-HOPE Project Coordinator Soror Valerie McCoy Vendors Chairman Soror Kimberly Matthews & Soror Jakita Johnson Bylaw Amendments and changes
pennsylvaniastatedirector@gmail.com paprotocoldirector@gmail.com mpeoplesmarsh@att.net DW5529@aol.com Monique1920bdz1@gmail.com paamicaecoordinator@gmail.com graytracyann@gmail.com pastatecoordinators@gmail.com zetaladydee@gmail.com kattaylor_2000@yahoo.com nszpresident@gmail.com mccoygirl3@icloud.com bluetifulzeta@gmail.com jrpzpb2@gmail.com
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Conference Highlights Philadelphia, PA April 11-12, 2014
Online registration MIP Certification Training – April 11th Business Session l – Friday, April 11th Old School Block Party - Friday, April 11th Hall of Fame Ceremony - Friday, April 11th College Fair – Friday, April 11th Professional Development Strands (parliamentary, conference and event planning, Boule 101, etc.) – Saturday, April 12th. Some of the Professional Development Workshops will be in conjunction with our Zeta Amicae. Book signing with author, Soror Nicole Rouse. Late-Night Talk Show – Featuring: International Grand Basileus Mary Breaux Wright
Conference Location Philadelphia Renaissance - 500 Stevens Drive (Philadelphia Airport): $119.90 per night (includes 6% sales tax and a 3% Hotel tax) Registration
Graduate Sorors - $150.00 Undergraduate Sorors - $125.00 Amicae - $100.00 If you plan to be MIP Certified, and do not have the MIP Manual, an additional $10.00 is required with your registration. Therefore, ensure you include the cost in your total amount submitted.
What is included with your registration?
Conference materials and name badge Entrance to Old School Block Party Continental Breakfast Commemorative writing journal Z HOPE & Scholarship Luncheon Professional Development workshops by certified meeting planner and registered parliamentarian, etc.
Conference Materials
Advanced copies of the agenda conference booklet will be available online after April 2, 2014 (printed copies of the agenda conference booklet will not be available onsite).
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Check List Conference Deadlines
Please use the checklist below to ensure that deadlines are adhered to:
Item/Form
Recipient
Deadline Date
Bylaws Amendments
Soror Kimberly Matthews & Soror Jakita Johnson
December 8, 2013
Nomination Packet
Soror Tracy Gray
February 7, 2014
Officers Report
Soror Deanna Lewis
February 15, 2014
Presenter’s PowerPoint Presentation
Soror Donniele Mills
February 15, 2014
Vendor Contract
Soror Valerie McCoy
March 5, 2014
Delegate Registration Form
Soror Diane Wilson
March 14, 2014
Z-HOPE
Soror Elise Glenn
March 14, 2014
Registration Form
Member Planet
March 14, 2014
Hotel Reservation
Philadelphia Renaissance
March 14, 2014
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE Friday, April 11, 2014 Timeline/Location 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pre-Function Area (outside Grand Ball Room) 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Franklin Room 12:15 p.m. – 1:55 p.m. Liberty Ballroom 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Liberty Ballroom 3:30 p.m. – 6:20 p.m. Liberty Ballroom Registration before Plenary Session 1 will end at 4:45pm 6:35 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Boardroom II 6:45 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Liberty Ballroom 8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Grand Ball Room 11:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. Liberty Ballroom 9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Pre-Function Area (outside Grand Ball Room)
Activity Registration
Requirements Registrants
Amicae Meeting
Registered Amicae
MIP Sign-in
Registered Financial Sorors
MIP Certification
Registered Zetas
Plenary Session I - Nominations, Candidates’ Forum, Elections Report & International Grand Basileus State of the Sorority Report So, you want to be a writer! Workshop Hall of Fame Induction
Registered Zetas
Registered Zetas, Amicae & the Open to the Public Open to the Public
Old School Block Party
Registrants & Open to the Public
Late-Night Talk Show-Featuring International Grand Basileus Mary Breaux Wright Registration
Registered Zetas & Amicae Registrants
Denotes combined Zeta & Amicae Workshops Schedule is subject to change
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE CONT’D Saturday, April 12, 2014
Timeline/Location 6:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. Pre-Function Area (outside Grand Ball Room) 6:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. Jefferson Room 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Franklin Room 12:15 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Salon V-VIII 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Grand Ballroom 2:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Franklin Room 4:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Liberty Ballroom 4:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Franklin Room 6:45 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Boardroom II
Activity Registration
Requirements Registrants
Voting
Credentialed Zetas
Plenary Session II & Installation of Officers (all white attire for installation) Amicae Workshops
Registered Zetas Only
Z-HOPE & Scholarship Luncheon This meeting is now called to order & Boule 101! - Workshop Back to the Basic Workshop, reaffirmation and installation of officers (all white attire for installation) Let’s get this party started! Workshop It’s a Different World Workshop Officer Transition Meeting
Registrants
Registered Amicae
Registered Zetas Only Registered Amicae
Registered Zetas & Amicae Registered Undergraduates Only Outgoing & Newly Elected Officers
CONFERENCE Denotes combined Zeta & Amicae Workshops ATTIRE Schedule is subject to change
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Friday, April 11, 2014 Event Amicae 2014 CPLC Zeta Plenary Session I Hall of Fame Ceremony Old School Block Party
Saturday, April 12, 2014 Event Amicae Professional Development Zeta Plenary Session II Z HOPE & Scholarship Luncheon Zeta Workshops & Professional Development
Attire Business sky blue & royal blue Business royal blue & white Business royal blue & white Business casual (paraphernalia)
Attire Business sky blue & royal blue Business royal blue & white Business royal blue & white Business royal blue & white
(No jeans, spandex, line/crossing jackets and or flip-flops)
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HOTEL INFORMATION Renaissance Philadelphia Airport Hotel 500 Stevens Drive Philadelphia, PA 19113 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phlbr-renaissance-philadelphia-airport-hotel/
Accommodations
Reservation Details
Check-in: 3:00 PM Complimentary Late Check-out: 1:00 PM Express Checkout Video Review Billing , Video Checkout Complimentary on-site parking Complimentary internet in guest rooms Lobby and public areas: Complimentary Wireless
Reservations are accepted on a first come, first served basis (610-521-5900) and must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. Room rate: $110.00 ($119.90 inclusive of taxes). Reservations must be received on or before Friday, March 14, 2014 at 5:00 pm EST. By reserving a room under the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. room block, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the conditions (policies and procedures) under which you are making your hotel reservation. Further, you agree to abide by all terms described herein and subsequent to this notice.
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ZETA & AMICAE WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
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WORKSHOPS AT- A-GLANCE (April 11th & 12th) I.
II.
So,
you want to be a writer: This workshop will focus on writing tips and the presenter for this workshop will discuss how to get your book ideas out of your head and onto the page. You will learn tips on the writing process, publishing options and much more. Let’s
get this party started: This workshop will focus on the do’s and don’ts of conference and event planning and all you wanted to know and were afraid to ask: as it pertains to planning and marketing for successful conferences and events on the Chapter, State, Regional & National Levels. In addition, strategies and tips on how to effectively market events and obtain positive and adequate coverage will be discussed and shared.
III.
It’s a Different World: “I know my parents love me. Stand behind me come what may. I know that I’m ready. Because I finally heard them say? It’s a different world from where you come from. Here’s a chance to make it. If we focus on our goals. If we dish it we can take it. Just remember you’ve been told…. It’s a different world from where you come from.” ~Lyrics from the hit sitcom – It’s a Different World. This workshop will be interactive and will focus on life after college and how to incorporate Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. into your world once you leave college.
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procedure for efficient and participatory meetings and conferences. The presenter will demonstrate how to conduct business at leadership conference and the best way to use parliamentary procedure to get things done at chapter meetings and leadership conferences. The workshop will also highlight the role of delegates, non-voting and Life Members at leadership conferences. V.
MIP Certification Training: This training will review Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s new Membership Intake Process. Registration is required (complete this step when registering for the conference) and sorors must be financial on all levels and a member of a Pennsylvania Chapter. Each registered soror will receive a certificate of completion after signing in, signing out and submitting a Pre MIP Certification Registration Form.
AMICAE WORKSHOPS I.
Amicae Affairs: This workshop will focus on operation and meeting expected standards, effective auxiliary management, recruitment, retention and financial procedures
II.
Back to the Basics: This workshop is designed to help stimulate members’ curiosities about parliamentary procedure and how to apply it to auxiliary meetings. The workshop will also review the process of writing proposed amendments and how to submit them through the channels to the State Amicae Phylacter for approval before adoption at a conference. Page | 17 Denotes combined Zeta & Amicae Workshops
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MIP REGISTRATION FACT SHEET 1. Sign-in for the certification training on April 11, 2014 is: 12:15 p.m. – 12:55 p.m. 2. Each soror must sign-in between the aforementioned timeframe. 3. The doors will be closed at 12:55 p.m. and the certification training will begin at 1:00 pm. 4. Each soror must complete a Pre MIP Registration Form (the form will be emailed to each soror that indicates through registration she will be attending the training. The form will be emailed 1 week before the conference; therefore ensure email address is correct). 5. Each soror must sign-in the time and sign-out properly and submit the Pre MIP Registration Form. 6. MIP Manuals will only be issued to non-certified sorors. 7. Certificates will only be issued to sorors who properly sign-in, sign-out and submit a completed, signed and dated Pre MIP Registration Form. 8. Who Should Attend: a) Financial Undergraduate and Graduate Zetas. b) Zetas who desire to participate in MIP (In order to participate in any aspect of MIP, sorors must be certified through the new MIP). c) NOTE: If a soror received certification at ZOL 2013, PA State Round-UP, 55th Atlantic Regional Leadership Conference, January 18, 2014 Western PA Training and/ or February 8, 2014 Widener University Training and received a certificate, then she is NOT required to attend.
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This meeting is now called to order & Boule 101 Jim Jones is senior partner of BGE Enterprises - a management consulting firm in Washington, D.C., which provides advisory services to employers, boards of directors and senior executives on corporate governance, human resources initiatives and organizational development programs. He has served clients across North and South America and in the Balkans. Jim specializes in governance and conflict management services. Jim currently is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Parliamentarians. A past president of the American Institute of Parliamentarians, Jim also has served as director of AIP’s Accrediting Department which is responsible for setting accreditation standards for professional parliamentarians. Holding the credentials of Certified Professional Parliamentarian and Professional Registered Parliamentarian with AIP and NAP respectively, Jim also is a certified mediator services. Soror Karen Wright Sanders is a member of the spring 1990 reactivation class for Mu Iota Chapter at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the immediate past phylacter of Beta Delta Zeta Chapter and was honored as the chapter’s “Zeta of the Year” in 2012. Soror Sanders is the current secretary of the Montgomery County Unit of the National Association of Parliamentarians (NAP). NAP is an educational organization whose purpose is to study, teach, promote and disseminate the philosophy and principles of parliamentary procedure. Page | 19
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Soror Sanders has attended the sorority’s leadership conferences on the state, regional, and national levels, and has served as a state and national conference delegate. Soror Sanders holds a B.A. in Communications, an MBA in General & Strategic Management, and a certificate in Sports & Event Marketing. She loves all things Boyz II Men and is always planning her next vacation. Soror Sanders is ZOL and MIP certified and proudly became a Life Member in April 2013.
So, you want to be a writer! When Soror Nicole S. Rouse’s parents decided to name their firstborn after their favorite literary icon, Nikki Giovanni, they hadn’t expected their daughter to share the same birth date as the famous poet. They also had no idea their child would one day become a published author. Developing a passion for writing at a young age, Nicole graduated from Temple University, with a degree in Early and Elementary Education. As a classroom teacher, Nicole took every opportunity to incorporate her appreciation of various forms of writing into the curriculum. She became a member of the Northern Virginia Writing Project, where she promoted and encouraged writing in mathematics. She was also a founding member of a literacy team that created plays for students to perform and developed workshops for parents to help their children excel.
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Soror Wanda A. Calvin Claiborne is a member and Diamond Life contributor of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She has been a member of this illustrious organization since 1982 [Gamma Chapter, Morgan State University]. After graduation, Soror Claiborne received much of her Zeta mentoring in Alpha Zeta Chapter. She is currently an ardent member of Tau Eta Zeta Chapter in Baltimore, Maryland where she serves as the Vice-Chair of the Sharon K. Harvey Memorial Foundation. Soror Claiborne holds the position of Meeting Planner for the Atlantic Region and Events Coordinator for the State of Maryland. Professionally, Soror Claiborne has been employed as the Director of Meetings and Bar Liaison for the Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) for over 25 years. She was the first African-American to hold any Director position at the MSBA. Soror Claiborne obtained her Certified Meetings Professional (CMP) designation in 1998.
It’s a Different World! Soror Karima N. Rose has a long standing commitment to supporting undergraduates. For the past 12 years, Soror Rose has served as an Advisor, Third Anti-Basileus, Local Undergraduate Coordinator, Commonwealth of PA Undergraduate Coordinator and/or Atlantic Region Undergraduate Co-Coordinator. Her passion for undergraduates was planted when she was initiated as an undergraduate, in 1995 through the Mu Eta Chapter. She Page | 21
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always knew that undergraduates would be part of her Zeta career. It is with this passion and dedication that Soror Rose will bring inspiration to the workshop- It’s a Different World. Soror Rose has completed several vision boards in her lifetime and has been successful in integrating her skills learned within Zeta and professionally for the advancement of all that she is involved with.
AMICAE PRESENTERS Amicae Affairs! Soror/Friend Lynnette Hudson is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter in Bear, Delaware. Since her initiation into this illustrious organization in the fall of 2008, she has held the positions of Grammateus, Delaware State Amicae Coordinator and Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter Amicae Sponsor. Currently, Lynette holds the positions of Atlantic Regional Coordinator for Amicae Affairs, Chapter Second Anti-Basileus and local Amicae Sponsor. She also serves in the position of Vice President on the Board of International Cruise Victims Association, which is a grass root organization that lobbies for victim’s rights. In 2002, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations from Delaware State University. She has been employed with State Farm Insurance for 25 years as an auto claims trainer and leadership liaison. She continues to live her life upholding the principles of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She is proud to say she is a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., a legacy and her sister’s keeper.
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Back to the Basics! Kimberly Matthews joined Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc in 2007 through the Nu Sigma Zeta Chapter in Harrisburg. During her tenure, she has held the local positions of Tamias and Epistoleus, as well as, the Chair for the chapter’s Pan Hellenic Committee, and Advisor to Lock Haven University’s Omega Rho Chapter. On the state level, Kimberly has held the position of Demographics Coordinator, and is currently serving as the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Phylacter. Professionally, Kimberly works as an educator at Penn State Hershey Medical Center Children’s Hospital where she provides education to chronically ill children.
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Soror Jakita R.P. Johnson has been a member of Zeta Phi Beta since April of 2003, by way of the Gamma Iota chapter at Bucknell University. Currently, Soror Johnson is a member of Kappa Omega Zeta chapter, serving as its Phylacter. She has also been given the opportunity to serve as chair of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s bylaws committee, whose charge is to ensure bylaws of the Commonwealth are congruent with those of our National and Regional bodies. In her professional role, Jakita is an Academic Advisor for Gwynedd Mercy University. Her main responsibilities include preparing students for the transition into academic programs, and offering support and guidance to major and career choices. Previously, Jakita served in the field of college recruitment for six years.
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General Registration Information $150.00 – Zeta Graduate
Payment Methods & Registration Link No personal checks accepted. Payment must be made by
$125.00 – Zeta Undergraduate
Chapter Check, Certified Check, Cashier’s Check or Money
$100.00 – Amicae
Order made payable to Zeta Phi Beta – State of Pennsylvania.
No onsite registration & no conference bags
Online service fee – 2.9% + 30 cents
To register, your membership must be
Registration link:
financial on all levels.
Registration forms not accompanied by payment in full will not be processed.
Must be received by March 14, 2014
$10.00 for MIP Manual
Cancellations If you need to cancel your registration, you
If you plan to be MIP Certified, and do not have the MIP Manual, an additional $10.00 is required with your registration payment.
Hotel Accommodations Renaissance Philadelphia Airport.
must notify Soror Diane Wilson,
Reservation cutoff is 5 pm - March 14, 2014.
Pennsylvania Tamias Grammateus/Registrar
Please make your hotel reservations as early as possible. The
in writing prior to March 25, 2014.
hotel may not honor the reduced rate after the deadline.
Cancellations are subject to catering cost
Complimentary late check-out at 1PM.
after headcount has been submitted to the
The cancellation deadline is 6 p.m. on the day of check-in
sales manager.
https://www.memberplanet.com/s/commonwealthofpennsylvaniazetaphibetasororityinc/commonwealthofpennsylvanialeadershipconference
Registration is non-transferable.
without penalty.
Hotel Link: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phlbr-renaissancephiladelphia-airport-hotel/
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DELEGATE & ALTERNATE INSTRUCTIONS This form is to be completed by the Basileus and she must certify all delegates and alternates for the 2014 CPLC. List the names of chapter delegates and alternates on the Delegate Registration Form. Any changes prior to the conference must be emailed to the Registrar/State Tamias Grammateus, Soror Diane Wilson at DW5529@aol.com. Any changes during the conference must be submitted to the Registrar/Tamias Grammateus, Soror Diane Wilson by the Basileus. Graduate Advisor must sign off on Undergraduates Delegate Registration Form.
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DELEGATE REGISTRATION FORM Chapter ________________________________________ According to the State Bylaws: Article VIII – Meetings – Section 1 State Conferences, every financial chapter is entitled to only two (2) delegates. Delegates
Alternates
1 2
Basileus’ Signature: ______________________________________________ Graduate Advisors’ Signature: _____________________________________ Graduate Advisor’s Email: _________________________________________ Email form of elected delegates and alternates by March 14, 2014 to: Soror Diane Wilson, Conference Registrar/State Tamias Grammateus DW5529@aol.com
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Drop block party flyer here
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Drop Z-HOPE flyer here
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Donation will be accepted two ways: 1. Chapter Check/Money Order 2. Online (via Memberplanet) Chapters and Auxiliaries must fill out the National Z-HOPE™ Program Reporting Form and submit with donation. Chapter must also keep a copy of each National ZHOPE™ Program Reporting Form. Please send Reporting Form and donation to: Soror Diane Wilson, Tamias Grammateus, 3723 N. Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140. Please note State Z-HOPE Initiative the Memo field of donation. If donating via online, please submit the National Z-HOPE™ Program Reporting Form to Soror Elise N. Glenn, Z-HOPE Coordinator at nszpresident@gmail.com. All donations must be received by March 14, 2014. Additional Information Contact State Z-HOPE™ Coordinator: Soror Elise N Glenn
Email:nszpresident@gmail.com Cell: 267-495-6085
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