Archon 1981 61st Anniversary by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

ZETA PHI BET A SORORITY, INC.

61st Anniversary Issue

I ounder - Emeritus Arizona C. Stemmons

1898-1980

The Official Organ of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Vol. XXXII Dr. Edith V. Francis Grand Bastleus 875 Bear Tavern Road Trenton, New Jersey 08628 Sorer Bobbie W. Moorehead First Anti Basileus 3207 Parkwood Drive Houston, Texas 77021 Soror Leonia McQulllister Chairman. Executive Board 186 Byxbee Street San Francisco. California 94132 Soror Laura Farwell Chairman. Trustee Board 1426 S. Curson Avenue Los Angeles. California 90019 EDITOR Sorer Jean E. Harris l 79 Woodland Avenue Trenton, New Jersey 08638 THE ARCI ION is published by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. from the office of the National Antapokritis, located al 179 Woodland Avenue. (Ewing Township). Trenton. NJ 08638. All correspondence. manuscripts and photographs should b addressed to Soror J an E. I larns, Editor. at this address.

61st Anniversary Issue 1981

TABLE OF CONTENTS History

Dedication

Editor's Message

Founders

Know Your National Officers

In Memoriam

Atlantic Region Eastern Region Great Lakes Region Dr. Edith Francis Grand Basileus on the Move Grand Basile us' Programatic Thrust Midwestern Region Pacific Region South Central Region Southeastern Region Southern Region

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Boule 80

Education Fund Gift

COVER Soror Stemons, Found r and First B slleus, wearing her collection of Sorority Pins. Tl lEME FOB ISSUE "Zetas Working Together; Rendering ervlce To Improve The I fuman Condition." Is ue dedicated to the I ving memory of Found r Emeritus Arizona . St rnons,

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ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY , INCORPORA TED

1920-1981 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was founded January 16, 1920 on the campus of Howard University by five young coeds. These ladies dared to depart from status quo traditional coalitions and sought to establish a new organization predicated on the precepts of scholarship, service, and sisterhood. Through the wisdom, foresight, and fortitude of Arizona C. Stemons, Viola Tyler Goings, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Fannie Pettie Watts, and Pearl A Neal the Sorority was created. For sixty-one years, this trail blazed by the pearls has been traversed by thousands of women dedicated to the emulation of the objectives and ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Since its inception, the Sorority has expanded to encompass more than 45,000 women in more than 450 graduate and collegiate chapters. These chapters are distributed throughout the continental United States of America, the Bahama Islands, and West Africa. The Sorority is the first organization to charter a chapter in Africa ( 1948); to form adult and youth auxiliary groups-the Amicae and the Archonettes; and to be constitutionally bound to a brother fraternity-Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. Zeta International, National and Local program targets include endowment of its National Education Foundation; Community Outreach Services; and support of multiple affiliate organizations. In conjunction with the declarations of 1981 as the U.N. International Year of Disabled Persons, local chapters are engaged in meaningful endeavors to remove those obstacles of poverty, illiteracy, suffering and despair that impede progress for all humankind.

DEDICATION This 61st Anniuersary issue of the ARCHON is louingly and respectfully dedicated to our late belooed Founder-Grand Basileus Emeritus. SOROR ARIZONA CLEAVER STEMONS 1898-1980 A Virtuous Woman who was noble in her aspirations. A Loving Woman who gave richly and deeply of her love, her time and her energy. A Devout Woman who served humbly her God and His creations. A Scholarly Woman who admonished gently her Zeta Sorors; Youth; Amicae; her Sigma Brothers; and her fellowmen to live up to her favorite motto-

"Good- Better-Best Neuer let it rest Until your good is better And your better is best."

/ Memorial Plaque placed National Headquarters In memory of Soror Stemons. Left to right: Dr. Francis, Grand Basileus: Soror Thelma Fisher, Executive Secretary, and Dr. Kathryn Malvern, Atlantic Regional Director.

Sorors Francis and Stemons at Stemons' Testimonial

Her experience includes: Public School Teacher in the Secondary Schools; Director of the Residence Hall at Morgan State College, Baltimore, Maryland; Case Worker in Family Service Division of the Pennsylvania Society to Protect Children from Cruelty, Department of Public Assistance, Pennsylvania. Arizona Leedonia Cleaver Stemons was the recipient of multiple certificates, Awards, and Honors Plaques and Trophies indicative of the esteem in which she was held. A member of The St. Simon, The Cyrenian Episcopal Church, Arizona Leedonia Cleaver Stemons taught Sunday School, and the teacher training class. A star has joined the triumphant Zetas; a glmving light on the shield of Zeta Phi Beta Sorors to remind us of what Soror Arizona Leedonia Cleaver Stemons always said to the Zeta Family, The Words Of Jesus Christ:

Arizona Leedonia Cleaver, a native of Pike County, Missouri upon her marriage to James Samuel Stemons moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in June, 1928. Soror Stemons moved from Hannibal, Missouri where she had been teaching in Douglas High School. Upon graduation from high school in Hannibal, Missouri, she matriculated at Howard University in Washington, D.C. where she earned her A. B. Degree in 1924. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity organized in 1916 at Howard University decided to start a sister organization. Arizona Leedonia Cleaver was selected to carry out the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity desire. On January 16, 1920, Arizona Cleaver with four cofounders, Pearl Neal, Viola Tyler, Myrtle Tyler, and Fannie Pettie, having met all University requirements for establishing a fraternity and sorority, chartered Alpha Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. The Ideals of Scholarship, Finer Womanhood, Sisterly Love, and Service. Emphasis was also placed on Juvenile Delinquency; Service to Humanity; Security through greater Educational Opportunities; Better Housing, Civil Rights, Economic Growth, Job Opportunities, and the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Arizona Stemons was the first Grand Basileus. Soror Stemons pursued advanced study at the Pennsylvania School of Social Work.

"A new commandment I give unto you. That ye love one another, as I have loved you, That ye also love one another"-St. John 13:34 The Holy Bible A Service of Triumph was held on March 14 and 15, 1980 at Saint Simon, The Cyrenian Episcopal Church, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 3

Editor's Message

Soror Jean E. Harris National Antapokritls

Greetings, Sorors: As I reflect upon my appointment to this office as Editor of the ARCHON, I have had many pleasant thoughts and experiences. I have learned a great deal in this short period, and have tried to live up to the spirit and sense of dedication that permeates our new administration. I accepted the challenge of this office with unyielding tenacity and boundless determination, so characteristic of a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. I have tried to the best of my ability to produce an Archon Representative of Zeta. Zetas are involved in numerous worthwhile activities and projects throughout the country. There are Zetas receiving special recognitions, new appointments, honors, etc. in your community. Please continue to send this information and photographs to the Office of the Archon so that others can share this information. A special thank you is in order to many of you who have cooperated so beautifully in sending me your news and photographs. Thanks also for your many words of encouragement. Your pictures will be returned if you send a self-addressed stamped envelope large enough to hold your photographs. If there is no response to this request the photographs will be distributed at the Boule in Richmond in 1982. The next issue will include information about the '82 Boule, Honorary Members and other articles of interest to you

Jean E. Harris National Antapokritis

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Founders Zeta's Five Pearls 61st Anniversary 1920-1981

A TRIBUTE TO THE FNE FOUNDERS OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY "THE ZETA TREE" I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree. I

Viola Tyler Goings

A tree, whose branches numbered five Has now, so many brought alive

"Pearl Anna Neal

A tree, whose foundation always stands good Upon the character of Finer Womanhood A tree, whose planting was Sigma's idea To have sisterhood and brotherhood made quite clear And upon binding love the two together would always stand Forever and ever in every land Yes, poems are made by fools like me But only these five roots made this tree (A paraphrase of Joyce Kilmer's poem "Trees" by Soror Odessa Ball)

• Arizona Cleaver Stemons

Fannie Pettie Watts

"Deceased 5

Know Your National Officers National Officers for the 1980-82 Term Grand Basileus

Chairman, Executive Board

Graduate Member to Executive Board

Dr. Edith V. Francis

Soror Leonia McQuillister

Soror Ernestine Curry

First Anti-Basileus

Soror Bobbie W. Moorehead

Chairman, Trustee Board

Soror Laura Farwell

Second Anti-Basileus

Undergraduate Member to Executive Board

Soror Debveda Berry

Soror Thelma Y. Thomas Phylacter

Third Anti-Basileus

Undergraduate Member-At-Large

Soror Hester Shoto

Soror Miriam Cade Grammateus

Soror Renee Hicks

Trustees

Soror Tommie Young

National Education Foundation Members

Soror Rosalie Adams Soror Kate Shakespear Soror Elece C. Dempsey

Tamias Soror Frances A. Hawthorne

Soror Marjorie Ellis Soror Marie Clifton

February, 1978-August, 1978-O/fice Worker-Clerical. Manpower Temporary Services, Nashville, TN. August, 1977-January, 1978-Program Assistant. Tennessee Department of Public Health, Office of Policy Planning, Division of Financial Management, Nashville, TN. September, 1976-August; 1977-Graduate Assistant, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN. August, 1976-Septernber, l 976-Bookkeeper-Cashier, John F Lawhon, Nashville, TN. May, l ':f/6-August, 1976-Dormitory Assistant, Fisk University, Nashville, TN. May, 1975-August, l 975-Health Administration Intern, Walnut-Leavitt Mental Health Center, State Department of Mental Health, Chicago, Illinois.

Third Anti-Basileus

Miriam A. Cade

Career Objectives

Parents: Floyd and Helen Cade; second daughter of 4 children (native) Birmingham, Alabama

To obtain a mid-level managerial position, as an administrator/planner with a health, business, or education-oriented organization.

Education

Activities

August, 1978-Masters in Public Administration, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; related field: Public Health and Social Planning. GPA 3.4/4.0. May, 1976-B.A. in Health Care Administration and Planning, Fisk University, Nashville, TN. GPA 3.6/4.0. Certificate in Health Care Administration and Planning, Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN. GPA 3.87/4.U.

American Society of Public Administration. American College of Hospital Administrators. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc.-lnternational Third VicePresident ( 1980+ ); Chairperson, Juvenile Protection Committee ( 1980+ ); Chairperson, Children's Village Committee (1979-1980); National Undergraduate Council Member: South Central Region ( l 9'/6-1978); National Executive Committee Member ( 1976-1978); Local Undergraduate Chapter Treasurer, Dean of Pledges, President ( 1974-76); Regional Undergraduate Liaison Officer: South Central Region. Volunteer: Community Health Services Federation, Inc. (1981). Campaign Worker: Richard Arrington for Mayor-1979. Director: Pastor's Choir and Junior #;:3 Choir ( 1978-80). Team Captain: LGBC of the LGBC Bowling League (1979 80).

Experience

January, 1981-present-Consultant. Lawson State Community College, Office of Community Affairs; Birmingham, Alabama. August, 1980-December, 1980-Seamstress-Designer (selfemployed). September, 1978-July 1980-Center Manager. Jefferson County Office of Senior Citizens' Activities, Birmingham, Alabama. 6

Know Your National Officers Assistant Instructor: Diet Workshop International (1976-1977). UT Young, Democrats (1976-1977). Easter Seal Telethon Volunteer. Arthritis Foundation Volunteer. March of Dimes Campaign Worker. Editor-Fisk Friday, weekly university newsletter (1975-1976). Christian ( Church) Affiliation

Honors

Outstanding Young Women of America (1978-1979). Magna Cum Laude-Bachelor's. and Master's Degrees. Departmental HonorsWho's Who Among American Colleges and Universities. Participant: General Honors Program, Fisk University. Various awards and citations for achievement of academic excellence. Graduate Assistantship-Researcher.

Producing Faith Ministry; Birmingham, Alabama.

From Your National Chairman of the Executive Board

Leonia McQuillister

Ever since your vote of confidence catapulted me into the unique position of Chairman of the Executive Board, I have striven to render the kind of services the office requires. It is my sincere desire that the results of the role J am playing in this scenario will be the culmination of what you expect. As far as I am concerned, I am humbled in serving you; however, I do receive a degree of personal satisfaction in doing so.

As a national organization, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is faced with a number of serious problems. But that is not unusual because life presents us, as individuals, with many problems. There is, however, a big difference in equating the problems. One is a personal and private matter; the other is a national issue. On the subject of that national issue, the national constituency has charged the Executive Board with the responsibility of resolving these problems. The problems are not new, but the board is. The board is also very optimistic. It is deeply appreciative of the manifestations of cooperation you have already shown. Many ol you have shown through your donations that you care. Some could not afford to follow, but we know you care, too. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has a superlative program, but it needs the continuous infusion of sensitivity toward others; the many sacrifices; constant involvement with youths; the acceptance of individual differences; overcoming malices; respecting individual worth; developing strong inter-personal interactions; actually helping others, accepting responsibilities and giving meaningful support. It can be done. It must be done.

done additional work at Harris Teachers' College, St. Louis, Missouri. Advanced study has been done at UCLA and Pepperdine Universities. Moving to Los Angeles, Soror Farwell affiliated with Alpha Psi Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. She has held the offices of Historian, Third Anti-Basileus, Second Anti-Basileus, Finer Womanhood Chairman for two years. She continued to serve as co-chairman and member of the committee for several years. She presently serves as Chairman of the Executive Board. Regionally, Soror Farwell has served as a member of the Basilei council, ways and means committee, Committee on Undergraduate Concerns Internal Structure, National Headquarters Refurbishing and many others. Nationally, she has worked with the committee to write the Undergraduate Handbook, National Constitution committee and numerous others: Legislation, National Project, Methods of Raising Funds, Reclamation and membership retention.

Laura P. Farwell, Chairman Trustee Board

Soror Laura P. (Teasley) Farwell is a native Tennessean and a graduate of Tennessee State University, Nashville, Tennessee, with a B.S. in Business Education, M.S. in Special Education, specializing in educating the slow learner. She has

Know Your National Officers Memberships are also held in NAACP; Los Angeles Urban League; UNCF, Pan Hellenic Council and others. Soror Farwell has received honors as ZETA OF THE YEAR 1980; United Negro College Fund Service Award; Community Service, Top Ladies of Distinction; Trinity Baptist Church School and Adult Leadership Certificates; Los Angeles Unified School District Curriculum Certificate and Tennessee Alumni Service Award-1980.

Her community involvements are as intense as sorority involvements. She serves as President of National Council of Negro Women, View Park Section; 1st. Vice President of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inglewood Section where she is a charter member; Black Women's Forum-Political Action Committee; Public Relations Chairman for Tennessee Alumni Assoc., L.A. Chapter; A member of Trinity Baptist Church and Church School Teacher; and Women in Tune Charity Club.

Department of Archives and History, the North Carolina Humanities Committee, Carnegie Corporation, Z. Smith Reynolds, and Southern Educational Foundation, and presented papers at such conferences as the U.S. Office of Education Leadership Conference at Denver, Colorado; the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and Culture, New York, New York; the South Atlantic Philosophical Society Conference at Boone, North Carolina and the Association of Historians of Eastern North Carolina. She received U.S. Presidential appointments to the Advisory Committee of the U.S. Civil Rights Commission and the Advisory Board of the National Institute of Health.

Tommie M. Young, Ph.D. Administrator, Author, Educator, Lecturer National Grammateus Author of Afro-American Genealogy: Exploring, Documenting and Preserving Afro-American Family History; Grassroots, Genealogy and Rooting out The Past. Designer of the Grassroots Genealogy Workshops and the Afro-American Family History: Black Genealogy Tapes. Her novel, No Pleasan t Land, Inspired by the Life and Times of a Forebearer is forthcoming. Dr. Young holds the BA Degree from Tennessee State University, the M.A.L.S. Degree from George Peabody of Vanderbilt University, and the Ph.D. Degree from Duke University. Her areas of academic discipline include Comparative and International Education, Social and Philosophical Foundations, and Social/Psychology. Her dis· sertation, which was completed in Nassau, Commonwealth of the Bahamas, was concerned with: Self Identity and National Development. A book, Self Identity and National Development A Proposal for Black Developing Nations, was released in 1980. The author/lecturer holds membership in the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History. She is a charter member of the National Historical Society, Associate of the National Archives, past member of the International Platform Association, currently a member of the American Library Association, the American Association of University Professors and University Women, the National Education Association, and the Comparative and International Education Association, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. As an educator, Dr. Young has held professorial and administrative positions throughout the south, southeast, and midwest. Her consultations include presentations at such state universities as Michigan, Wisconsin, Florida, Alabama, and Oklahoma. Widely sought as lecturer and workshop director, she has held workshops sponsored by the North Carolina

Frances Allen Hawthorne National Tamias Born in Tupelo, Mississippi Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Albert N. Allen Educational Experiences: Elementary and High School-B.F. Ford High School, New Albany, Mississippi A.B. Degree Rust College, Holly Springs, Mississippi Additional Studies-Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia Positions Held: 1945-1948 Secretary, President's Office Rust College 19481949 Assistant to Bursar-Rust College 1949 1957 Bursar Rust College ic 5 7 1969 Bookkeeper Rust College 1 %9-1978 Chief Accountant Chief Accountant Rust College l 9"/8-1981 Assistant Business Manager Rust allege

Know Your National Officers Memberships: Member-Asbury United Methodist Church Youth Coordinator-Asbury United Methodist Youth Fellowship Treasurer-Asbury United Methodist Women 1966-present-Secretary-Rust College National Alumni Association

1978-1980 National Tamias-Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

Awards: 1975- 76 1978

Sorority Experiences: 1966 Charter Member-Zeta Upsilon Zeta Chapter 1966-1976 Basileus-Zeta Upsilon Zeta Chapter 1969-1972 Grammateus-South Central Region 1974-1976 Tamias-Zeta Mississippi State Meeting 1976-1978 Member-at-large-National Education Foundation Board

1979 1980

Certificate of Recognition-National Alumni As· sociation Rust College Certificate of Appreciation-Zeta, Mississippi State Meeting Zeta of the Year-Zeta Upsilon Zeta ChapterHolly Springs, Mississippi Alumnae of the Year-National Alumni As· sociation-Rust College

Business and Professional Affiliations

Soror Hester Shoto National Phylacter

Place of Birth-Jackson, Mississippi Church Affiliation-Baptist

American Association of University Women Eta Phi Beta Sorority for Business and Professional Women Glenville YWCA (Board 1964-68, 1971-78) Glenville Health Association, Trustee (Board 1979) Forest City Hospital Auxiliary (Former Member/Hospital closed March, 1978) (Board 1971-1978) Forest City Volunteers Association Junior Women's Civic League Metropolitan YWCA Board of Directors (Former Member) NAACP, National Council of Negro Women Phyllis Wheatley Association Charter Member, Cleveland Chapter Squaws, Inc. Ta-Wa-Si Scholarship Club Charter Member, Cleveland Chapter Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Urban League of Cleveland Women's City Club of Cleveland

Boards and Committees Metropolitan YWCA, 1971-1975 Afro American Cultural & Historical Society, 1969-1974 Advisory Committee of Central Volunteer Bureau of the Welfare Federation of Cleveland, 1963-1967 Advisory Committee Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, 1979 Advisory Council Foster Grandparent Program 1976-1980

Educational Background Private School-Jackson, Mississippi Lanier High School-Jackson, Mississippi

College Bachelor of Science Jackson State University-Jackson, Mississippi

Employment General Electric Corporation Lamp Division Technician

Religious, Civic, Educational, and Political Activities Member, Antioch Baptist Church, Cleveland, Ohio Co-Chaired Concert of Cleveland Women's Symphony Orchestra as part of the International Women's Year Congress Workshop Leader on Women's Rlghts for the Eleventh Biennial State Legislative Institute of the Cleveland Section of the National Council of Jewish Women oordinetor, enior Citizen Activities WIison Towers Golden Age Center/ pring Program and King Kennedy Golden Age enter/Fall Program Co Ch irperson, NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner-1980 Memb r, Special Membership Committee NAACP 1980 Sustaining Member, Republican National Committee-1980

Elece Cox Dempsey National Trustee Education: Washington University 9

1978

Know Your National Officers St. Louis, Missouri Colorado Springs University University of Minnesota Stowe Teachers College St. Louis, Missouri Charles Sumner High School St. Louis, Missouri

M.A. Degree 1956 1946-4 7; 1948-49 1942 BA Degree 1938

Professional Experience: Administrative Assistant of Special Services in charge of the inhouse suspension program (Vashon Improvement Program) of the Vashon High School, St. Louis, Missouri Teacher of Health and Physical Education Vashon High School Visiting Instructor Harris-Stowe Teachers College St. Louis, Missouri Tennis Coach Vashon High School Consultant of Physical Education- and Athletics St. Louis Public Schools Dunbar Elementary School St. Louis, Missouri St. Louis Public Schools

1981

1980 1972-Present

1976-Present 1954

1944-54 1942-44

Professional Affiliations:Arnerican Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation Missouri Association ot Health, Physical Education and Recreation Organized the Greater St. Louis November, 1978 Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation State Representative of Greater 1978 St. Louis for Missouri Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation Church Affiliation: Greater Fairfax Missionary Baptist Church-Member: 100th Annual Church Anniversary Chairperson Children's Division Superintendent Principal of Church Vacation Bible School 94th Church Anniversary Chairperson Director of Youth Choir Director of Youth Fellowship Women's Day Chairperson Church Clerk

Lodge Affiliation: Member of Naomi Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star, AASSM Grand Lecturer of Naomi Grand Chapter Financial Secretary, Trustee Board of St. John's Grand Council Ancient Accepted Scottish Rights of Masons Worthy Matron of Five Star Chapter Naomi Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star Member of Trustee Board of St. John's Grand Council Ancient Accepted Scottish Rights of Mason Community Affiliation: Team Captain for Membership Drive Phyllis Wheatley-Y.W.C.A. Member of Committee of Administration Phyllis Wheatley-Y.W.C.A. Former Chairperson of Health and Physical Education Committee-Metropolitan Branch

Present Present

1980 1979 1974

Sorority Affiliation: National: National Undergraduate Council Representative; Chairperson of Ushers and Tellers ( 1970 Boule); Served as a Teller (1974 Boule); Appointed Regional Director (1974); Elected National Trustee ( 1980); Regional Executive Board Chairperson (1981). Regional: Past Undergraduate Council; Financial Secretary (1971-72); Associate Regional Director for the State of Missouri ( 1972). Local: Past Grammateus Tamias; Undergraduate Advisor; Cinderella Ball Chairperson; Founder's Day Chairperson; Finer Womanhood's Celebration Chairperson.

1981 rnestine D. Curry Graduate Member at Large

19 0 Present 1978

Mrs. Ernestine D. Curry, whose father was the founder of Calvary Baptist hurch, was honored at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, 1981 when the church climaxed the celebration of its Golden Anniv rsary after a full week of services. The theme for the occasion was "To God, Give The Glory." The Rev. C.R. Phillips, pastor of the church, said that the church was proud to pay honor to Mrs. Curry, an outstanding

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Know Your National Officers educator. He said Mrs. Curry, presently principal of Wendell Phillips High School and first vice-president of the Chicago Principals' Association, works faithfully at Calvary as dean of Religious Education, as well as directress and organist of the Sanctuary choir. The Rev. C.E. Barnes, pastor of the Antioch Baptist Church South, was the keynote speaker and special guest, along with his entire congregation.

Atlantic Regional Director

sociation, New Jersey Education Association, The National Education Association, Phi Delta Gamma Educational Fraternity, Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity, Rutgers University Chapter, and Kappa Delta Pi Honorary Society. She has received several honors of note. Having served Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. as a dedicated member, she was honored by her Chapter, Zeta Delta Zeta, as "Zeta of the Year." Governor Brendan T. Byrne appointed her to serve as New Jersey delegate to the "Governor's Conference on Libraries and Information Services." Subsequently, she was elected to represent New Jersey in Washington, D.C. as an official delegate to the White House Conference on Libraries and Information Services (was one of fifteen delegates, out of one hundred and fifty, elected from the body at the State Conference to represent New Jersey). At White House Conference, saw need for and wrote resolution (School Libraries) that was passed by all committees and forwarded, with other resolutions, to President Carter. She was later appointed to The New Jersey Task Force to standardize all New Jersey libraries. Dr. Malvern is the wife of James Malvern, school administrator, and the mother of three children, Regina, a counseling administrative assistant, Reginald, a Senior at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, and Reylan, a fourth grader. The Malverns are members of the Presbyterian Church.

Dr. Kathryn T. Malvern

Dr. Kathryn Malvern, presently serves as Director of Student Teacher Laboratory and Field Experiences for Rutgers University's eight colleges, including Camden and Newark. Dr. Malvern has had many years of experience in Education, having taught first-grade through inservice education to classroom teachers and college professors. She has served as a classroom teacher, Language Arts Specialist, Reading Spe- ~---------------------cialist, Acting Principal and Coordinator of a Professional Development Center. Three Educational Guides have been authored by her. Post Graduate training, which culminated in a Doctoral Degree, was received from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. The Master's Degree in Reading and Administration from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles and Bachelor of Arts Degree in History from Howard University, Washington, D.C. provided the training necessary for her professional experiences. Her affiliatiions are many with Civic and Professional organizations. Having been a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. for ov r twenty years, she currently serves as Director of the Atlantic Region, and Chairman of Regional Directors. Other civic organization memberships are: Ran. 1 .. · · . ~ Soror Ellis D. Jones cocas Valley Chapter Links, lnc.; National Association of · . ..._ Director, Eastern Region College Women, Inc.; Jack and Jill of America, Inc.; Women's lub of Moorestown and EM's of Moorestown. Soror Jones is currently serving as the Acting Deputy Profession I organizations include: New Jersey Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development, New Jersey Director, Federal Women's Program, Office of Personnel Association of Teacher Education, International Reading As- Management (formerly known as the U.S. Civil Service Com-

Eastern Regional Director

Know Your National Officers mission). She is responsible for the development of governmentwide policy regarding the employment and full representation of women in all occupations within the Federal sector. She is also responsible for providing technical assistance and guidance to approximately 10,000 Federal Women's Program Managers and Co-ordinators in Federal Departments and Agencies regarding the implementation of policy pertaining to the employment of women. Her position requires that she meet with White House staff, members of Congress, heads of Federal Departments and agencies and other top management officials, and foreign dignitaries to discuss and develop strategies to utilize women at all levels within the Federal sector. Soror Jones was responsible for developing the governmentwide policy related to the issue of sexual harassment, preparing Congressional testimony pertaining to the issue and training Federal managers and employees regarding their responsibility for prevention of the problem in the work place. Soror Jones is currently co-ordinating activities related to the passage of legislation authorizing agencies to utilize appropriated funds to establish child care centers within Federal buildings. She also serves as workshop facilitator on recruitment, upward mobility, and career development. Soror Jones' future career goals include becoming a Federal executive and owner of a consulting firm. She obtained the Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Science from the Fayetteville State University, Fayetteville, N.C. and the Master of Public Administration Degree from the George Washington University, Washington, D.C. She is a member of Beta Zeta Chapter, Washington, D.C.

There are nine states in the Midwestern Region; however, only five of them have active chapters. They are: Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma. Mrs. Porchia became a member of the sorority's undergraduate chapter in 1951 while attending AM.&N. College, which is presently the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She has been a member of Alpha Epsilon Zeta chapter in Kansas City since 1957. She served as first antibasileus for two years, basileus for six years, and has served as Kansas state director for the past six years. She has also held various other offices in the sorority. The newly appointed director is a Diagnostic and Resource Teacher in the Kansas City, Kansas school system. She holds a Master's Degree in Learning Disabilities from the University of Kansas, and has done post graduate work there. Mrs. Porchia also attended The Conservatory of Music at Kansas City, Missouri and Indiana University School of Music at Bloomington, Indiana. She is an accomplished musician, having obtained her undergraduate degree in music. She is also a member of The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc., a past basileus, and presently serving as epistoleus for Gamma Beta chapter, Kansas City, Kansas. She is a member of Kaw Valley Chapter of the March of Dimes, and Board member of the Yates Branch Y.W.C.A. She is a member and pianist of the Olivet Institutional Baptist Church. Mrs. Porchia has held many offices and worked in many capacities in the community on local, state and national levels too numerous to name. She is married to Nolen Porchia, and has one daughter, Mrs. Gregory (Jean) Moten, and three grandchildren. Both her husband and daughter are employed by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education, District 500.

Midwestern Regional Director

Southern Regional Director

Soror Dolores H. Pennington

Ersaline Porchia

oror Pennington is the outhern Regional Director for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She was appointed by Zeta's National President, Dr. Edith V. Francis of Trenton, New Jersey. A member of Alpha Gamma Zeta hapter. oror Pennington is a former President of the Graduate hapter, Associate Editor of the orority Regional News and National Grammateus.

International Grand Basileus, Edith V. Francis appointed Ersaline Porchia as Midwestern Regional Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She succeeds Mrs Elece C. Dempsey of St. Louis, Missouri. 12

Know Your National Officers From the Desk of the Executive Secretary

National Chairperson of Amicae Affairs

Levy Vaughn Thelma H. Fisher

At this period of our fiscal year, I am sure that you are far advanced into your yearly program, and you have set your goals toward a successful year. I do hope, however, that your program is in tune and in step with the National Program. We have mailed to the chapters the Fall Bulletin, outlining chapter and member obligations. Along with the bulletin we mailed the following necessary forms: 1. The Summary Sheet 2. The Financial Report Form 3. The Supply & Jewelry Order Forms 4. The ertificate Order Form 5. The Directory of Chapter Officers 6. Life Member Report Forms It is essential that these forms be used when remitting financial reports or placing orders. Reports submitted on incorrect or improper forms will cause delay.

Greetings Sorors and Amicae: Upon my appointment as National Chairman of Amicae Affairs, I humbly accepted it as a responsibility with a challenge for me to strengthen the ZETA CHAIN OF FRIENDSHIP. Our "FRIENDS OF ZETA" must be infiltrated with love, interest, and our caring for and sharing with them the best that is in us. These attributes will cause expansion into those untouched areas in our eight REGIONS where "FRIENDS" are waiting only to become a part of us and blaze the trail of untiring work which will lead to successful days ahead. Sisterly, Levy Vaughn

Reminders National Fees All fees must be paid by October 1, 1981. To be considered active, one must possess a current membership card issued through the National Office. This applies to Life Members as well. Graduate National Per Capita $40.00 Undergraduate National Per Capita 15.00 Late Fee Please be reminded that December 31, 1981 marks the deadline for financial reports. An appropriate late fee will be appli d to chapter reports submitted after the deadline.

This Section of Highlights of National Officers will be continued in next issue of the Archon.

Transmittal of Funds All funds transmitted to the National Office must be in the form of a " ertified heck", " ashier's Check", or Money Order. NO PERSONAL CHECKS OR UNCERTIFIED CHAPTER ll KS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Checks not in conformity will b returned to the sender. Thelma H. Fisher xecutive Se retary L3

In Memoriam

Soror Arizona C. Stemons ARIZONA CLEAVER. In loving memory of our dear Founder and Chapter member, who departed this life March

Soror Gertrude Jimson Former Regional Director Alpha Gamma Zeta Chapter is saddened by the loss of its founder, Soror Gertrude Lewis Jirnson, who expired on Valentine's Day, after a brief hospitalization. She leaves to us a "legacy of love". Our Founder's Day and her eightythird birthday celebrations last January were two beautiful events in her final month of living. She was radiantly happy and truly appreciative of both. As a Zeta, Soror Jimson was a beacon of sorority meaning in the hearts of her sisters. Her life-style of "giving and living" was an inspiration to all who "touched shoulders with her". She exemplified the true spirit of a Zeta. She

had the best attendance record of any member. Her home was always "Open House" to Zetas. Soror Jimson was Zeta's First Life Member. She was a past Regional Director. She served her chapter as Basileus, Tamias and Chairman of various committees. When Zeta called-she answered willingly. In 1942 she founded the Library Class for Convalescents at Charity Hospital. She believed in "projects". She was our first "Zeta of the Year" in 1952. She attended many Soules on her own -the last one in July, 1978. She organized the Sigma Shadows in New Orleans.

Grand Basileus, 1922-23, and one of the signers of Zeta's Charter when the Sorority was Incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia in 1923. Or. Ransom taught English at Howard University and also served as Assistant Dean of Women. She taught journalism at Wilberforce University and retired as a teacher of English at Macon Junior High School in Brooklyn. She was an outstanding and dynamic public speaker and the mother of two Past Grand Basileus, Soror daughters, one of which received a Zeta Johanna H. Ransom Scholarship in 1954. Soror Ransom was honored as Worn Soror Johanna Houston Ransom was an and Zeta of the year in 1973 by Delta a very active member and officer of Alpha Zeta Chapter. Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter, Brooklyn, She was Vice President of the Board N.Y. Soror Ransom was Zeta's third of Directors of Community Sponsors,

Inc. She also received the 1980 Humanitarian Award from Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She served as the first and only editor of the Pan-Hellenic Journal and was later president of the Pan-Hellenic Council. A tribute to her memory is being presented in an Evening of the Performing Arts on October 24, 1981 at 7 pm at the Brooklyn Music School and Playhouse featuring her daughter Lucin da Ransom, dancer choreographer; and Soror Karen Williams, soprano. This af fair is sponsored by Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter, Brooklyn. Soror Ransom was a graduate of Howard University. She studied further at the University of Chicago, Oxford University and Columbia University.

10, 1980. Your memory to us is a keepsake, With which we will never part. Though God has you in His keeping We always have you in our heart. Sadly missed by Beta Delta Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

In Memoriam

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_,I]; Soror Arthalia W. Lott

Soror Gladys Warrington

Zetas Pay Tribute To Gladys Warrington

Tribute To Former Atlantic Regional Director

BETA DELTA ZETA Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., pays tribute to its late member, Soror Gladys Warrington, now a "Triumphant Zeta." Soror Warrington, the descendant of a long line of educators from East Princess Anne, Md. (where she was born), attended Howard University where she was a member of the debating team and became Zeta Phi Beta's first initiate in Alpha Chapter in 1920. She earned her bachelor's degree at Howard and her master's at Columbia University. Soror Warrington pursued advanced graduate studies at Howard, the University of Pennsylvania and the Universido Americana in Mexico. Professionally, she served as junior psychologist in Cincinnati, Ohio and also as a teacher there for 22 years. After 23 years of teaching in the Philadelphia school system, she retired in 1969. After returning from an assignment with Vista, she volunteered to serve as a professional tutor at the Nationalities Services Center where she taught English to the foreign born. She also volunteered with Travelers Aid. She was active in many religious, professional, civic and quasisocial organizations over the years. SOROR WARRINGTON was a member of Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church and attended numerous United Methodist Women's workshops and seminars. Just recently she chaired the membership for United Methodist Women, Eastern Pennsylvania Conference and-for several years-she chaired the National Council of Negro Women's scholarship committee. She was also a member of the World Council of Affairs. She was in demand as a speaker and was loved by Philadelphia Amicae (Friends of Zeta) of which she was a sponsor. She was admired, revered and held in high esteem by Zet Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Soror Gladys Warrington was the recipient of several citations and awards from Camphor hurch and the U.S. government. She was an honorary member of Boys Town, Omaha, Neb., and received honors from the national offic of NCNW in Washington, D.C.; I toward University, Z t Phi Beta Sorority and Zeta Amicae of Philadelphia.

Arthalia Wells Lott was born June 23, 1915 in North Carolina, the only child of Allen and Eva Wells. She moved with her parents to Philadelphia at the age of five and was enrolled in the Philadelphia School System. She furthered her education and earned her B.S. and Master's Degrees at Temple University of Philadelphia. She was a teacher and counselor for more than thirty years, last serving as a counselor at Sayre Junior High School of Philadelphia before her retirement. Soror Lott was baptized at the age of twelve in the Dauphin Street Baptist Church of Philadelphia by the late Rev. Dudley G. Gibson and joined the Senior Choir that same year. The Choir continued to be her favorite church group. She later joined the First Baptist Church of Darby under the Pastorship of Rev. Roland V. Jones, Sr., where she became a member of the Senior Choir, the Flower Club and the Education Commission. She was affiliated as a Life Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc.: the National Council of Negro Women and the NAACP. She was a member of the Board of the National Education Foundation of Zeta and a Regional Director. Professionally she was a member of the Personnel Guidance Association of Greater Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Personnel and Guidance Association. She was a member of the American Association for Retired Persons, The National Retired Teachers Association, the Home and School Association of Sayre Junior High School, Discipline Team, Attendance Team, and Chairman of Counselors, The Delaware County Branch of Temple University Alumni Association. She was the recipient of an award from The Chapel of the Four Chaplains, on November 19, 1957; she received an award from the Sayre Junior High School in 1976; and was a member of the Better Womanhood Association. Soror Lott enjoyed working with people and serving humanity. One of her favorite quotes was "SERVICE IS THE PRICE YOU PAY FOR THE SPACE YOU OCCUPY."

Atlantic Region Delaware Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter: Wilmington Happenings From Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter

State Director of Delaware Soror Bertha S. Johnson has been appointed Director for the State of Delaware. She brings to the office experiences from a variety of positions that she has held or is holding at present. She was the first woman and the first Black appointed to the Delaware Public Service Commission, which is a regulatory Commission. She is a Charter board member and past president of M.O.T. Day Care, Inc.; President-elect of the Delaware Elementary Principals Association; a member of the Board of Trustees of Trinity African Methodist Episcopal Church, Middletown, Delaware; and a member of the American Association of University Women. She is a graduate of Delaware State College, the University of Delaware, and has studied al the University of Pennsylvania. At present she is principal of Silver Lake Elementary School In the Appoquinimink School District in Delaware. Soror A. B. Johnson( 126. DR) pres ented an analysis of studies of 297 pupils in 20 O'Level schools in Sierra Leone, West Africa. She found the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) to be the best predictor of sciences in chemistry and physics for students going on to American and European Universities

"Hollywood Came To Wilmington, Delaware". At the Silver Anniversary of Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. we were honored to have as our guest speaker Charles F. Johnson. Emmy Award winning Producer of the well-known 1V series "Rockford Files". The luncheon was held at the Radisson Hotel in Wilmington. Mr. Johnson is originally from Middletown, Delaware and presently makes his home in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of our own Sorer Bertha Johnson. Mr. Johnson gave a very inspirational and informative talk on where 1V and movies are going and how the black population is benefiting from some things and in others are still being stereo-typed. He is presently producing a 1V movie, "Hellingers Law," starting Telly Sevalas. On the same program we had the Christiana Community Players present Lorraine Hansberry's "To Be Young, Gifted and Black," under the direction of Mr. David Gray. The Christiana Community Players are people in the community, ages 10 years and up. With a Hollywood producer in the audience they put on a superb show. After the luncheon there was time for autographs and plenty of pictures. The Blue and White Silver Anniversary was hosted by Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter, Wilmington, Delaware. Need it be said that all who attended will not forget. ---.

"Scholarships for Education and Zeta"

Althea Spencer, the daughter of Soror Leticia Spencer, has been the recipient of the Epsilon Rho Zeta Chapter of Wilmington, Delaware scholarship for two years. We are happy to announce that it pays to give. Althea

entered Michigan State University, East Lansing in the fall of 1979. In the spring of 1980 Althea became a Zeta Sister when she was initiated into Phi Gamma Chapter. We would like to welcome our Soror Althea Spencer to Zeta-Land.

University of Delaware: Chi Theta Chapter "Blue And White All The Way" On Friday, February 20, 1981, the Greek Sororities and Fraternities at the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware held their Second Annual Greek Show. Need it be said that the Zeta's and the Sigma's won by a land-slide. All Greeks were judged in eight categories. The judges included representatives from each sorority and fraternity and university staff members. The under-graduates really let their lights shine. Chi Theta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., started on the campus of the University of Delaware in February, 1979. Presently there are six under graduate sorors and one graduate staff lo

member. The ladies of the Blue and White at the University of Delaware have truly shown the ideas of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. The same night of the Greek Show, Chi Theta also received Zeta Phi Beta paddles for its outstanding display during Black History Month. On Sunday, February 22, 1981, Chi Theta sponsored an African Ambassador to speak at the University of Delaware. Chi Theta may be a two year toddler, but it is learning fast its Z B's. Sponsored by Epsilon Rho Zeta hapter of Wilm ington, Delaware.

Atlantic Region Maryland EEOC Deputy Counsel Gets NCSLAward

Soror Issie L. Jenkins

country. Her committment and achievements were officially commended in 1978 with the presentation of EEOC's Outstanding Performance Award. Ms. Jenkins received an AB. degree in government from Indiana University, a LLB. degree from Boston University and a Master of Law degree from George Washington University. She is a former member of the Board of Directors of the Montgomery County Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union and a founder and former national vice-president of the Montgomery County Chapter of the National Council of Negro Women. She is a member of the American Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association. She is a former chair of the Community Affairs Council of the Federal Bar Association and its Committee on Community Affairs and Citizens Rights, and a former member of the Association's National Council. She is also a member of the Board of Trustees of the Zeta Phi Beta Legal Sorority's National Education Foundation. The NCSL Award was established in recognition of the significant contributions of public employees and to encourage excellence in government. The EEOC is responsible for enforcing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, which prohibits employment discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion or national origin; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; the Equal Pay Act; and in the Federal sector only, the prohibitions against discrimination because of handicap.

Issie L. Jenkins, deputy general counsel for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), is one of ten federal government employees selected to receive the National Civil Service League's (NCSL) annual Career Service Award, one of the highest honors for federal workers. EEOC Chair Eleanor Holmes Norton, in nominating Ms. Jenkins for the NCSL Award, described the recipient as a model for others in government, especially minorities and women. She cited Ms. Jenkins' "professionalism, integrity ... incisive intellect and calm efficiency that have earned ... her the genuine respect, not only of officials, but her colleagues." In nominating Ms. Jenkins the chair took special note of Ms. Jenkins' services as acting general counsel of the EEOC for six months in 1979 during which a major reform was undertaken -the closing of five separate litigation centers and the integration of lawyers with investigators in 22 district offices. During this same period Ms. Jenkins worked closely with agency officials in preparing to assume jurisdiction over two .----------------------additional statutes, the Equal Pay Act and Age Discrimination in Employment Act, which were transferred to EEOC from the Department under President Carter's civil rights reorganization. For her service during this period, the commission previously voted Ms. Jenkins a special commendation. Boston Presented Annual Scholarships Ms. Jenkins is a 15-year veteran of the federal government, where she has worked at the Internal Revenue Service as a tax Soror Rosemary Sport, Chairperson of the Scholarship Comlaw specialist, and for the Justice Department, where she mittee, presented these five young ladies to the Basileus argued cases in all Federal Courts of Appeal. Evelyn B. Johnson, for their awards. Recognized as dedicated throughout her career, Ms. Jenkins has received several awards during her tenure in Basileus Angela B. Johnson government. Among them are the Justice Department's MeriMichelle Overton torious Service Award in 1972 and the EEOC's Outstanding Northeastern University Performance Award in 1978.

Massachusettes Delta Omicron Zeta Chapter:

When the EEO received enforcement power in 1972, the commission looked for a highly skilled attorney with management level skills to fill the newly created position of associate general counsel. Issie Jenkins was chosen to direct the work of the team of house lawyers who would represent the agency in all litigation in which It was a defendant. In 1975, when appointed to h r present position as deputy gen ral counsel, sh assum d managerial responsibility for the work of s veral hundred E O attorneys throughout the

Dola Thelwell Boston University Chairman Rosemary Sport Carlina Silva Wheelock College Chinna Walker Barrington College 17

Atlantic Region New Jersey Gamma Kappa Marks a Beginning at Rutgers University On Saturday, May 17, 1980 at the Hanover Trail restaurant in Mount Laurel, New Jersey the Gamma Kappa chapter was chartered. The charter members include: Sorors-Margaret Bradley: Education major, Sheila Dews: Business/Economics major, Jennifer Evans: Public Health Administration major, Feleta Gaymon: Biology major, Vesta Godwin: Psychology major, Shari Jennings: African Studies major, Janet McDonald: Psychology major, Karen McDonald: Economics major, Gerri Reed: English/Political Science major, and Iva Whitehurst: Public Health Administration major. All students at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Since the formation of this chapter its members have successfully completed a great many things. Some of their community projects included donating can goods and a turkey to a needy family and co-sponsoring a children's Halloween party with the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., both in the New Brunswick area. Some of their campus projects included sponsoring a disco party for the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., bake sales, and various disco parties throughout the semester. Some of their

recent achievements include their first "Blue Revue" on September 21, 1980, a second place trophy in the Alpha Phi Alpha stepshow jamboree this past November, the formation of an l.Z. club, and the culmination of their achievements was the initiation of their first pledge club on December 13, 1980. The new Sorors of Gamma Kappa are: Sorors-Darlene Canady, Kim Cokley, Susan Cornick, Angela Harris, Venus Hunt, Roxanne Mitchell, Matilda Tulloch, and Kelly Woods. Future plans for Gamma Kappa include the celebrating of "Finer Womanhood" week, various campus and community projects, the induction of mother archonian club, and cosponsoring the 1981 regional with their sponsoring graduate chapter, Eta Omicron Zeta. The Sorors of Gamma Kappa are truly proud of how successful they have been in the short amount of time the chapter has been in existence and in keeping in accordance with the standards of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated they are truly proud to Say, "PROUD TO BE Z(!)B-FINER WOMEN ARE WE!"

Epsilon XI Zeta Chapter: Princeton-Trenton Sorors of Epsilon XI Zeta prepared for Founders Day luncheon on January 24, 1981. Soror Francis was guest of honor. Seated in the above picture from left to right; Ellen Caldwell, Odessa Ball and Harriet Green.

The Erma Jean Nicholson Memorial Tea was held on Sunday May 17, 1981 at Trenton State College. Members of th~ community were honored. Soror Melva Moore was 1981 Zeta of the Year. A scholarship was presented to Sandra Hatchett. 18

Atlantic Region Who's Who's in the Archonettes The Archonettes group of Trenton and Princeton, New Jersey, is sponsored by the Epsilon Xi Zeta Chapter and consists of 12 members and four Advisors. We are thrilled to have this opportunity to introduce each member to other Archonettes and to members of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Veronica Carmichael-President; Daughter of a Zeta, is a student at Trenton Central High School. Maintains a "C" average; is enrolled in an Academic Program. Sharon Britt-Vice President; Eleventh grade student at Trenton Central High School; has received the following awards: Honor; Student Academic Achievement award; Citizenship award; Outstanding Worker in the CETA program; Letter from the Mayor of Trenton proclaiming her the Outstanding Worker in the City.

ZetaAmicae The Princeton-Trenton Zeta Amicae auxiliary was formed in 1956. A.s with most auxiliaries the members were friends and relatives of the Zeta Sorors in that area. Community involvement has always been one of the primary goals of the group. Activities that serve the community such as good will baskets and parties for the boys at Skillman Training School are just a few of the projects cheerfully taken on by the Amicae. The Book Award Scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified graduating senior in High School who will enter an accredited institution the following fall. Each auxiliary is asked to maintain a scrapbook of its activities and submit it at the Regional Conference. Annually, Princeton-Trenton has been fortunate enough to have garnered top honor for the last four years. Officers: President: Alma Greenland Vice President: Carrie R. Tucker Secretary: Margie Brown Treasurer: Pat Jackson Members: Carolyn Cooper Ann Page Barbara Koger Lynet Dugger Barbara Hill Aleja Johnson Elizabeth Johnson Estelle Johnson Belle Legette Hazel Rhodes Jackie Washington Barbara L. Williams Barbara A Williams

Sarita Wright-Treasurer; Honor Student at Junior One in Trenton; has been awarded a certificate for citizenship and has been accepted in the George School located at Newtown, Pa. She will enter in September, 1981. Tina Kelsey- Tenth grade student at Steinert High in Hamilton. Maintains a "B" average. ls a member of the Future Business Leaders of America. Venus Rhoads-Ninth grade student at Junior 3. Maintains a "C" average in Academics; has received "The Best Usher Award" from her church and is a member of the school orchestra. Theresa Sonart-Eleventh grade student at Trenton Central High School; is enrolled in an Academic program. She participates in the school Pep Club; works diligently to do her best in her school work. Sonya Wilkins-Eleventh grade Honor Student at Trenton Central High School. She has received a trophy for outstanding achievement in History. She is a member of the school "Pep Club". Bridgett Louis-Eleventh grade student at Notre Dame in Trenton. Received the Zeta Award for "deserving student"; and the "Spanish Achievement Award". She is a member of the track team; maintains a "B" average. Dawanda Wilson-An Eleventh grade student at Trenton Central High; Maintains an "A" average in Academic studies and has received recognition in the following areas-Pep Club at school, Choir and Missionaries at St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church. Lutrently Chase-Ninth grade student at Junior 2. Maintains a "C" average; participates in the school choir and orchestra; is presently serving as Vice President of the Capella Sorority which is sponsored by the International Masons and Eastern Star. She was selected to serve as "Grand Youth Nurse" of the same organization; was selected "Youth of the Year" by the Masons and Eastern Star. Coleen Gillard-A Tenth grade student at Steinert High; has received a certificate as an Honor Student. Coleen serves on the Usher Board and Choir at Holy Trinity Church. Each member of the Archonettes has worked VJillingly and diligently to make her organization an asset to the community.

Deadline for Next Issue November 30, 1981

Atlantic Region Trenton State College: Omicron Epsilon Chapter We Are The Ladies of Z<PB. These are the words proudly sung and loudly echoed on the campus of Trenton State College, Trenton, New Jersey. Omicron Epsilon Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is indeed being heard on and about the campus of Trenton State College. The goals and objectives of our esteemed sorority are truly exemplified in the numerous activities conducted by "the ladies of ZOB" at Trenton State College. Throughout the history of Omicron Epsilon Chapter, it has become involved in service projects, including baskets for

needy families, tutorial sessions, campaigns and drives, and programs to in· elude the youth of the community. Cultural programs have broadened the scope and sequence of events surround· ing blacks and other minorities in Amertca and abroad. Humanistic ideals and universal concerns have been ii· luminated by some of the activities of Omicron Epsilon Chapter. The highlight of the many activities conducted by "the Ladies of ZOB" was the Vigil on the campus of Trenton State College for the Black Children in Atlanta. This service

Soror Ruth Walcott Zeta of the Year

President of the Hunter College Alumni Association and the Chairperson of the 1981 Hall of Fame Committee. This committee determines the number of and nominees for recipients of awards earned by Hunter College graduates for service rendered the college; for out· standing achievement in their chosen profession and for outstanding service to the college. She is a member of the Executive Board of the New York City Housing Authority Branch of the NAACP; receiving in December 1980 the second prize for the high number of ticket sales in support of that branch's Christmas party. She appeared on WPlX on December 28, 1980 during the Lou Rawls Parade of Stars-a telethon to raise funds for the United Negro College Fund-first as a volunteer answering a phone; second as a contributor on behalf of the Delta Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Soror Ruth Walcott (Zeta of the Year) is a native New Yorker and Harlem resident. She is a graduate of Hunter Col· lege High School and holds a baccalaureate degree in liberal arts from Hunter College of the City of New York, and is employed as a Housing Manager. Soror Walcott is a charter member of Delta Mu Zeta Chapter, is currently the Tarnias-Grarnmateus of the Delta Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., an international fraternal orqanization dedicated to the ideals of finer womanhood, sisterly love and scholar· ship. Over the past thirty plus (30) years has served the chapter (initially Epsilon) as the First Anti-Basileus, Second AntiBasileus, Grammateus, Luncheon Chairperson, Dance Committee Chair· person, in addition to being a member of committees working on the Atlantic Regional when held in New York City and other committees, i.e. publicity, jour nal, ticket, with skill and diligence. While at Hunter College she was the President of the Phyllis Wheatley Society during the evening session there. She is the past president of the Wistarians, a group of Black Hunter College graduates dedi cated to service in the Harlem Com munity, and is currently the third Vice

was well attended by people of all races, ages, and creeds. Donations were accepted and sent to the families of the slain children. This humane endeavor touched the hearts of many. At the same time, ii brought about a sense of warmth and togetherness, a feeling of unity and brotherhood, and most importantly, a sense of direction and purpose for all mankind.

Soror Irene B. Solomon Advisor, Omicron Epsilon Chapter

The annual Recognition Luncheon is given for the purpose of saying "Thank You" to the unsung heroines of the community. The women selected are persons who have given of their time and talents in making the community a better place in which to live for youth and adults and at the same time contributing to raising the status of women. Sorer Bishop is actively involved in --~ many community organizations. She is the Grammateus for Epsilon XI Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Florence H. Bishop She is also Recording Secretary for the New J rsey late Federation of Colored Sorer Florence H. Bishop was one of Women's Clubs. In 1979, she was honthree Honorees at the annual Recoq- ored as the Outstanding Unsung Adrninnition Luncheon held by the Top Ladies istr tor by the New Jersey Conference of of Distinction, lnc., a local community Minority Public Administrators. service organization. Author and playwright Alice Childress The Luncheon was held on Saturday, was the distinguished guest speaker at April 25 in Trenton, NJ. the Luncheon. 20

Atlantic Region New York Delta Mu Zeta Chapter: New York City

ANNUAL FINER WOMANHOOD SCHOLARSHIP LUNCHEON was held on Saturday, March 21, 1981 at noon. The Honorees were as follows: Mary C. Nehemiah, Woman of the Year; Ruth Walcott, Zeta of the Year; Shirley Franklin, for Professional Achievement; Lucille Webb, Amica of the Year and Scholarship awards. The Luncheon Committee members are: seated left to right-Carolyn Whitley; Lottie Hastings; Mattie Jean Foreman, Chairman; Francis Spooner, Basileus of Delta Mu Zeta Chapter. Standing Glenda Plair; Constance Brown, Co-Chairman; Blanche Jordan and Kathleen Carter.

The Newest chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Lambda Kappa was chartered at the Roosevelt House of Hunter College January 1981. Our International Grand Basileus, Dr. Edith Francis, assisted at the chartering and initiation exercises. Top Row: Left to right-Sydney Thomas, Bonnie Wright, Deborah Motley, Dr. Francis, Millicent Perkins, Sonia Diaz, and Evelyn Mathews, Faculty Advisor. Bottom Row: Violet Gillet, Eleanor Schrader, Patricia Canty, Natalie Houston, and Lillian Holt. This chapter has full participation in the Hunter College Student Government.

History in the Making

Atlantic Region Theta Alpha Zeta: Rochester Theta Alpha Zeta Chapter sponsored the new undergraduate chapter Pi Iota at Syracuse University January, 1980. Soror Helen Dunbar was chosen 1980-81 Zeta of the Year. As our fall fund raiser on November 15, 1980, we presented a fashion show. Members of the chapter were models of fashions by Casual Corner, a leading dress shop in Rochester. Money from this affair will be used for scholarships. Soror Marilynn Patterson became the bride of David Grant on October 11, 1980 at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, Washington, D.C. The ceremony was officiated by the bride's father, Rev. R.L. Patterson, and assisted by Rev. John D. Bussey. Soror Thelma Harrington Uter was named Rochester City School District Teacher of the Year 1980-81. An award was presented to Thelma by the Board of Education November, 1980. Soror Ella Carson Gourdine and husband Kenneth Gourdine are proud parents of a daughter, Andrea Camille, born January 3, 1981. Soror Denise Davis has been accepted as a medical student at Buffalo State University. Her studies began August 10, 1981. Soror Thelma Harrington Uter and husband Wayne Uter are proud parents of a daughter, Sonia Elizabeth, born February 16, 1981. Theta Alpha Zeta sponsored the new graduate Chapter Kappa Zi Zeta at Syracuse, N.Y. February, 1981. Charter Members of Kappa Zi Zeta are: Buclah Jackson, Myrlene Jones, Thelma Sutton, Betty Sweezy and Cassandra Wigley In celebration of Black History Month Theta Alpha Zeta Chapter presented God's Trombones by James Weldon Johnson February 22, 1981 at Westminister Presbyterian Church. We are now helping sorors in Buffalo, N.Y. revitalize or start a new graduate chapter.

Soror Shirley Franklin Shirley S. Franklin, daughter of Eric and Erlese Allen, was born and bred in Harlem. She attended P.S. 10, J.H.S. 81 and the High School of Music and Art in Manhattan where her major was the violin. She received a B.S. degree in Piano from the Juilliard School of Music and an MA degree in education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Advanced studies were completed in music, guidance, supervision and administration. She taught in the elementary schools, junior high schools and the high schools of the N.Y.C. Board of Education. She

obtained the license to teach vocal music in the day high school. Under this license, she taught at George Wingate H.S., Brooklyn, Springfield Gardens HS. and Hillcrest H.S., Queens. Her outstanding talents were demonstrated in her work with choruses. Recognition was given as her students won competi lions and performed for two years in concert at the N.Y. State Pavilion, the .Y. World's Fair. She became interested in identifying and solving problems. As a result of this involvement, she was given positions as dean of discipline and teacher counsel2.2.

or. She was appointed to the position of coordinator of a State Urban Funded Reading Project in the Community Education Center-South JamaicaDistrict 28. This project provided specialists for children with reading problems. Her next position was that of Assistant Principal, Supervision of Music at Herbert Lehman H.S., Bronx when it opened. After this successful appointment where she was the prime motivator in the development of the Lehman music department as a showpiece, she decided to further her administrative-supervisory skills and was appointed as the Assistant Principal, Administration in charge of curriculum at the Franklin K. Lane H.S., Brooklyn Her present appointment in September, 1979 as Assistant Principal, Administration-Guidance at the High School of Music and Art, Manhattan, came thirty years after graduation from this school. During her twenty-six years of work experience with the N.Y.C. Board of Education, she also found time to be organist and choir director, St. John's Episcopal Church, Springfield Gardens, Queens; founder, director, teacher of the Franklin School of Music, St. Albans, Queens ( 1959-1968); adjunct assistant -and professor of music, York College, Queens. She is listed in the 1977 International Who's Who in Music and Musicians. Included in her extra-curricular activities are: member of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women, member of the Coalition of 100 Black Women, member and co-chairperson of the Education Committee, Board of Directors of the Union Day Care Center, Greenburgh, N.Y. She has two children: a daughter, Arlene, and a son, Wayne, and a granddaughter, Sheneta. Her goals, aspirations and achievements are best expressed In a statement once rendered by the Executive Director of the N.Y.C. High Schools who said "Shirley Franklin has always displayed boundless enthusiasm and energy; a deep interest in the education of students; an involvement in varied com munity activities; and an initiative in exploring innovative projects."

Atlantic Region Iota Theta Zeta: Rockville Center, New York On Long Island, New York, seven unaffiliated Zetas or- grounded in knowledge about Zeta. In this way the patterns of ganized a chapter of the sorority that was chartered Iota Theta conduct that develop on Long Island will be firmly embedded Zeta on 26th January 1979. Elgiva Ball (Basileus), Frances in the traditions and practices of the national body. There Edmonson, Annie France, Linnett Glassford, Loree Jean- were almost fifty participants including the speakers. Iota Theta Zeta works closely with the Pan-Hellenic Council marie, Joyce Robinson and Inez L Sperr were the charter of the Metropolitan New York area and is represented among members, joined shortly thereafter by Jan Thompson. They the officers of the council. Each year it has participated in were convinced that the community needed a chapter. There planning and conducting a career guidance conference for are many universities and colleges in the area and the number the benefit of the junior and senior high school students of this of Black students is increasing steadily. Many Zetas in the area had become inactive because they lived too far from the area. Conference was held April 11, 1981. As part of its commitment to support young black artists, nearest chapter to participate in sorority activities on a regular Iota Theta Zeta sponsored two theatre parties at the Billie basis. The growth of the chapter attests to the acuity of the Holiday Theatre in Brooklyn, New York. The sorors and their perceptions of the need for a chapter, and the devoted service guests thoroughly enjoyed the musical, "Tambourines of of the sorors. Iota Theta Zeta has more than doubled its Glory" on Thursday, November 20, 1980. As part of its Finer original size. More importantly, it has organized four under- Womanhood celebration the chapter members sponsored a graduate chapters, each of which is thriving: Zeta Kappa luncheon and Theatre party. They greeted old friends, reChapter at CW. Post College of Long Island University, Eta vitalized the ties of sisterhood ... and laughed aloud with a Kappa Chapter at State University of New York at Old very funny, sprightly comedy on Sunday, March 1, 1981. In its two years of existence, Iota Theta Zeta has worWestbury, Theta Kappa at State University of New York at Stony Brook. Application for a charter has been submitted for shipped together as a group as part of its Finer Womanhood a chapter to serve the students from the other colleges and celebration, entertained friends at open house on its Charter universities at which there is no separate chapter. These Day, supported concerts by gifted sorors, and participated in institutions include Hofstra University, Adelphi University, the numerous community service activities. It has participated in State Agricultural and Technical School, among others. In a the activities of Zeta Phi Beta on the national, regional and true spirit of fraternity, on the campuses where Phi Beta local levels. Members have attended the Boule of 1980 and Sigma was already established the brothers were cooperative the regional conferences. On a personal level, the chapter has and helpful to the new Zeta chapters. Iota Theta Zeta is experienced the joy of a wedding-Soror Glassford, a charter commited to the development of the undergraduate chapters. member became Mrs. Emerson Mott; the sweet sorrow of a This commitment to nourish the roots of Zeta was the parting, Soror Joyce Robinson moved to Arizona; and the rationale for one of its most significant activities, a Workshop pleasure of welcoming new members through initiations and transfers and the reaffiliation of detached or inactive Zetas. for New Sorors The Workshop for New Sorors was held on 1 7 January The chapter looks forward, with pleasure, to its continued 1981 at CW. Post College. Sorors initiated since January, growth and development. 1979 were invited to attend. The discussion covered the meaning of sorority and of Zeta; duties and responsibilities of membership; the concept of democracy and its significance for Zeta; national, regional and local programs of the sorority; and a detailed "how to ... " session. The "how to ... "session covered the sources of information, using the Handbook, proper conduct of the rituals, and a review of all the forms that Appreciation to Archon proofreaders are used in transacting the business of the sorority. Questions Sorors Harriet Green, were raised and answered, suggestions were made, ideas Elizabeth Sheats and Irene Solomon. exchanged. During the brief lunch period the undergraduate sorors provided entertainment appropriate to the occasion. They 'stepped'. The Workshop was received with enthusiasm by the new sorors and by Zetas of long standing who participated in the program. lota Theta Zeta is planning to make it an annual affair so that the sorors will be well 23

Atlantic Region GREATER NEW YORK STORK'S NEST 2094 Pitkin Avenue Brooklyn, New York 11207 March, 1981

Board of Directors Yvonnecris S. Veal, M.D. Director of Medical Services East New York NFCC Catherine Priester Chairman-East New York Community Board Dolores E. Jackson Assistant Director of Nursing King's County Hospital Isabelle F. Brown Chairman Greater NY Stork's Nest Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter Delta Beta Zeta Chapter Delta Mu Zeta Chapter Gamma XI Zeta Chapter Epsilon Chapter Omicron Beta Chapter Upsilon Eta Chapter Brooklyn Amicae Manhattan Amicae Queens Amicae Westchester Amicae

Dear Sorors: Greater New York Stork's Nest is alive and well and experiencing "growing pains". Plans are under way to open a second unit in the Harlem area in the near future, with Delta Mu Zeta Sorors Inez Goring, Blanche Jordan, and the Delta Mu Zeta Amicae doing the groundwork. The Stork's Nest at the East New York Neighborhood Family Care Center which is supported by almost all of the metropolitan area chapters continues to support the needy expectant mothers of the area with layettes, new and used infant and toddler clothing, educational materials and films from the March of Dimes and other sources. Devoted workers Sorors Maurie Brumskill and Julia Stith, and friend Karethy Atwell, along with Chairman, Soror Isabelle Brown, have the pleasure of greeting, helping, and feeling like "part of the family" of the clients they serve. One of the greatest pleasures is seeing the adorable, healthy babies that the new mothers bring to the Nest and proudly "show them off". Zetas and the Stork's Nest are extolled by the center's Nursing Director, Ms. Dolores Jackson, who was instrumental in helping secure the location for the chapters. Currently, Sorors Brown, Brurnskill, and Marie Brathwaite have responded to her call for volunteers to attend a course on "parenting" at the Downstate Medical Center. They will subsequently render service to new mothers who have problems or who need a helping hand as they cope with unexpected complications in dealing with their babies. Sisterly yours, Soror Isabelle F. Brown

Zeta of Yesterday

pecial guests at the "Salute to Finer Womanhood" celebration which was held at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in ew York City, ponsored by the metropolitan chapters. Delta Alpha Zeta. Delta Beta Zeta and Delta Mu Zeta, include, left to right: Soror Emma J. Dewberry. National

Executive ecretary, honored as Zeta or the Year: Founders oror Myrtle Tyler raithful and Sorer Arizona . temons and oror Pansy L Borders, Director or the Atlantic Hegion.

Atlantic Region Pennsylvania Lincoln University: Delta Delta Chapter

Dear Soror, Soror Ruth E. Shillingford is presently holding the office of President of the Student Government Association. It is the first time in twelve years that this position has been held by a woman. Ruth is a native of Dominica, West Indies and presently resides in New York City. She is a Dean's List student and a member of Beta Delta Zeta Chapter-Left to right-1st Row-Soror Evelyn WimWho's Who Among American Colleges and Universities. berly. Soror Aleder Bryant, Soror Anna B. Young, Soror Dorothy A. Soror Enger P. Norfleet was chosen MISS LINCOLN 1980 at Hightover. ceremonies held on October 25, 1980. Enger is a native of 2nd Row-Soror Rubie Fluellen, Soror Carrie McGhee, Soror Sedalia Gatesville, North Carolina. She was reared and educated in Gaines. Soror Edith Rambeau, Soror Barbara Younge, Soror Julla Waterbury, Conn., where she presently resides. Enger is the McGraw. Presentation of Proclamation in observance of Finer Womanhood Week. daughter of the Rev. and Mrs. Thomas E. Norfleet. She is 21 years of age and is presently a Senior at Lincoln University majoring in Therapeutic Recreation. She is also a Dean's List and Beta Delta Zeta Chapter Observes First Anti-Basileus of Delta Delta Chapter. Soror Barbara A. Nance is presently president of the school's Finer Womanhood Week second largest organization, the Lincoln .University Gospel Ensemble. This is her second term as president, the first time that Beta Delta Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., such an honor has been bestowed. Barbara is a native of Chester, recently held its Finer Womanhood Week celebration and PA. She is also a Dean's List student and Basileus of Delta Delta honored Zeta's Woman of the Year, Edythe Alfred, principal Chapter. of Bartlett Junior High School and past basileus of the The following is a poem that was written by Soror Barbara A National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc.; Zeta of the Year, Nance in honor of our 60th Anniversary. Sorer Vivien H. Hansbury; Undergraduate of the Year, Step"In Honor of Six Decades of Scholarship and Service" hanie Renee Coleman of Bucknell University; Archonette of The light of Zeta the Year, Denise VonderHost, and three Community ConFor threescore year cerned Citizens awardees, who were Parthenia Coleman, Has erased doubt president of Philadelphia Zeta Amicae; Charlotte Zeigler, And conquered fear president, Nicetown Civic League, and Clarence C. Hoover, Ill, Social Studies coordinator, Philadelphia School District From Howard University and president, State Council of Basic Black Education She marked her course (COBBE). Meeting new challenges The week's celebration began with the chapter's presentaWith full strength and force tion of the Rockaway Revue from New York, a group of Zeta stands tall talented, energetic and entertaining senior citizens in their first Amid the roaring crowd appearance in the Greater Delaware Valley area. The presenWith women working always tation included song, dance and pantomine and audience To keep a people proud participation. The performance epitomized all that the final So together we come selection suggested, "Let the Good Times Roll," with beautiful In Sisterly love costumes, excellent choreography, lighting effects, good Honoring, celebrating and voices, dance routines and a band that brought back memoGiving thanks to God above ries to many. DURING THE FINER Womanhood Week observance, Soror Barbara A. Nance under the leadership of Soror Theresa D. Hoover, Esq., Delta Delta Chapter committee chairman, a variety of community service activities Lincoln University occurred. A elf Defense Workshop, held at Janes United Lincoln University, PA 25

Atlantic Region Methodist Church, was led by Norman Smith from the Chinese School of Martial Arts. A Legal Workshop featured Theresa D. Hoover, Esq., Frank G. Canty, Esq., Brewington W. Croswell, Esq. and Covette Rooney, Esq. A CPR (CardioPulmonary-Resuscitation) Workshop was held at Tioga United Methodist Church and was conducted by GITT (Group Instructional First-Aid Training). All of the workshops were open to the public. At each workshop, Soror Darlene Reed held Bake Sales to raise funds for the chapter's scholarship fund. Members of Zeta Amicae always entertain Zeta sorors at an afternoon social affair during the week-long observance. This year's event was held at the lovely home of Amica Dorothy

Killebrew and food "to feed the mind and soul" was provided by Mrs. Doris Dean, director of the Wharton Settlement. A Sigma-Zeta social event was also held. This well-attended affair included the sorority's "brothers," members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The week ended with a Worship and Re-Pledge Service at Tioga United Methodist Church. 1981 FINER WOMANHOOD Committee members included Sorors Theresa D. Hoover, Esq., chairman; Bernice K. Anderson; Vivien H. Hansbury; Eddie L Jones; Sarah T. McClain; Janet Z. Willis; Evelyn P. Wimberly and Barbara B. Younge. Soror Anna B. Young is basileus of Beta Delta Zeta Chapter.

University of Pennsylvania: Mu Iota Chapter

Pictured (L-R) Soror Terry Wilson, Mu Iota Chapter, University of Pennsylvania and Denise Gordon, Mu Iota Chapter, "Miss Ebony lnspiration -1981".

South Philadelphia resident Mrs. Dorothy Roche (left) and West Philadelphian Mrs. Myrtle 0. Glenn (right) are among 20 volunteers being honored for 50 years of service to the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania or its member agencies. Mrs. Roche and Mrs. Glenn are longtime volunteers with the YWCA of Philadelphia. Volunteers were officially recognized at United Way's 60th annual luncheon meeting at the Sheraton Hotel in center city. 20

Soror Denise D. Gordon of Mu Iota Chapter, University of Pennsylvania won the title of "Miss Ebony lnspiration-1980" at the third annual "Miss Ebony Inspiration Pageant". The pageant was sponsored by Groove Phi Groove Social Fellowship. The competition included ten other contestants from various colleges and universities in the Philadelphia area. The contestants were judged on poise, personality, and talent. Having won first prize, Denise spent her Spring Break in Montego Bay on the island of Jamaica. Soror Monique Y. Wells of Mu Iota Chapter, University of Pennsylvania was the recipient of the First Annual Arizona C. Stemons Memorial Scholarship Award. The award was sponsored by Beta Delta Zeta, the Philadelphia graduate chapter. The qualities judged included cumulative scholastic average, involvement in chapter activities and participation in school and community activities. Applications were submitted by undergraduate Sorors in the five chapters under Beta Delta Zeta.

Atlantic Region New Book Released By Bernice D. Smith

SOROR BERNICE D. SMITH

SOROR BERNICE DRISKELL SMITH, a teacher in the public school system of Philadelphia and wife of William J. Smith, has had her sixth book, "Bonny Squirrel and Mrs. Boyette," published. A well-known author of published poetry, novels and children's books, Mrs. Smith has also had her fifth book accepted by the government. It will be published for the handicapped and will be done in braille, books and recordings. "Bonny Squirrel and Mrs. Boyette" is a delightful children's book about city squirrels and country squirrels. It's a story of a "love triangle" with a difference. It is pure fun!

Soror Smith recently was honored at an autograph party given by Gayfer's Department Store in the Tal!ahassee Mall, Tallahassee, Florida. The author is a graduate of Florida A&M University and has done graduate work at Emory University, Stetson University, Temple University, Morgan State University and Alabama State. An active member of Pinn Memorial Baptist Church, Mrs. Smith is also a member of the National Professional Writer's Club, the Association of American University Women, the International Platform Association and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Soror Smith is a member of Beta Delta Zeta Chapter.

A Tribute to Friend Gladys Warrington from the Philadelphia Zeta Amicae

Brother William H. Jones. oldest surviving member-deceased May 13, 1979. First initiate Gladys G. Warrington-deceased March 18, 1981.

Reputation grows like a mushroom; character grows like the oak.

REPUTATION AND CHARACTER

The circumstances amid which you live, determines your reputation; the truth you believe determines your character.

Reputation is what people say about you on your tombstone; character is what angels say about you before the throne of God.

Reputation is what you are suppose to be; character Is what you are.

Friend Warrington-had both reputation and character with the Philadelphia Zeta Amicae. Over a period of years she was our sponsor. She met with us whenever her time permitted. We always felt free and comfortable in bringing any of our problems to her.

Reputation is the photograph; character is the face. Reputation comes over one from without; character grows up from within. Reputation is what you have when you come to a new community; a new organization; a new church; character is what you have when you go away.

Always she did more than was required of her and certainly more than was expected. Declining health and pressures of many activities warranted her leaving us as our sponsor, but we shall forever cherish her memories and the kindnesses she showed to us.

Reputation can be learned in an hour; character is built In a lifetime. 27

Eastern Region The Executive Committee Beta Zeta Chapter: Washington, D.C.

MEMBERS OF THE BETA ZETA CHAPTER EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Seated (I. to r.) Lois C. Brown. Lynette F. Smith. Marjay D. Anderson, Ruth M. Long, Dola A. Walker. Standing (I. to r.) Tommlesene Beaven. Generva P. White, Naomi 8. Pemberton, Frances 8. Green. Norma J. Oliver, and Hallie A. Middleton.

• Production of Quarterly Progress Reports • Strategies for Chapter Growth • Maintenance of Scholastic and Philanthropic Advocacies • Increased monitoring of Collegiate Chapter and Amicae Affairs • Increased Community Involvement and Visibility

Vanguard of the activities of Beta Zeta Chapter is the Executive Committee. Officers are Dr. Marjay D. Anderson, Basileus; Mrs. Jennie T. Gross, First Anti-Basileus: Ms. Ellis D. Jones, Second AntiBasileus; Mrs. Gloria Cole and Mrs. Lois C. Brown, Third Anti-Basileus; Mrs. Frances B. Green, Grammateus; Mrs. Lynette F. Smith, Epistoleus; Mrs. Naomi B. Pemberson, Tamias Grammateus; Mrs. Generva P. White, Tamias; Mrs. Ruth M. Long, Phylacter; Mrs. Virginia Brockington, Antapokritis; Mrs. Norma Oliver, Historiographer; Ms. Geneva Holley, Sergeant-at-Arms; Mrs. Tommiesene Beaven, Consultant, Mrs. Florence G. Laws and Mrs. Dola Walker, Members-at-Large; Ms. Shirley Redmond, Amicae Advisor and Ms. Lauretta D. Vinson, Archonettes Advisor. Committee Chairpersons include Virginia Brockington, Budget; Kathleen T. Thomas, Founder's Day; Grace Phillips, Ways & Means; Lynette Smith, Finer Womanhood; Gwendolyn Brunson, Music; Sojourner Jackson, Scholarship; Idella M. Costner, Necrology; Dawn Romain, Service Projects; and LaRue Hill, Life Members. Programmatic Thrusts of the 1980 1982 Administration include the following targets: • Internal Affairs Review & Standards • Development of an Archonettes Auxiliary • Definitive Service Projects • Institution of Mini Symposia • Institution of Management by Objectives to enhance chapter fiscal accountability, program monitoring, and evaluative endeavors • Encouragement of Increased Soror to Soror Involve ments

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Dr. Edith V. Francis, Grand Baslleus, and Mrs. Thelma Fisher, Executive Secretary, welcome guests at recepilon given for the East rn Region DireC'tor. Ellls Jones, by Beta Zeta hapter.

Eastern Region 1981 Founder's Day Observance Beta Zeta Chapter

1981 International Year of Disabled Persons "Full Participation and Equality" Pictured (L. to R.) Founder's Day Committee Chairman, Kathleen T. Thomas; Dr. Alicia Hastings, Chairman, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Howard University Hospital: Mr. Carl M. Moore, Gallaudet College for the Deaf; Grand Basileus Dr. Edith V. Francis; Beta Zeta Basileus Dr. Marjay D. Anderson, and Dr. H. Jones, Sharpe

Health School for Disabled Children. The 1981 Founder's Day observance was January 31, 1981. The Chapter sponsored a delightful reception and banquet in recognition of the Sorority's 61st year. Speaker for the occasion was Grand Basileus, Soror Edith V. Francis, Ed.D. Soror Francis' message coincided with the theme of the program which gave special attention to the official declaration by the United Nations of 1981 as the "International Year of Disabled Persons". Chairman of the committee was Soror Kathleen T Thomas. Presentations were made by the Chapter Basileus to local agencies and organizations that assist disabled persons. These included Howard University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, Sharpe Health School for Children, and an award to Mr. Carl M.

Moore, Senior Social Studies major at Gallaudet College for hearing impaired individuals. The program was highlighted by the presentation of the Zeta-Sigma ensemble under the direction of Soror Gwendolyn H. Brunson. The ensemble sang two numbers and received sustained applause. Members of the ensemble include Sorors Ruth Long, Jean Long, LaRue Hill, Wanda Peterson and Nancy Watts. Sigma members of the ensemble include Brothers Samuel Wilkins and B. Jones. In recognition of the deaf and hearing impaired guests that attended the program, a sign language interpeter for the deaf was provided. Mrs. Shirley Johnson interpreted the entire program and was commended for doing such a fine job.

Beta Zeta Chapter Fund Raising Event An Evening at the Kennedy Center The world renowned Dance Theater of Harlem ballet group was the glowing attraction at the Kennedy Center for the Cultural and Performing Arts. Beta Zeta Chapter entertained more than 500 guests at the prima facie performance of the dance troup. The occasion represented the main fund-raising venture of the chapter for 1 981. The event was highly successful and the chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, Soror Grace W. Phillips, went all out to ensure maximum attendance and participation by all Chapter Sorors. The Ways and Means chairman and hapter Basileus, Dr. Marjay D. Anderson, p rsonally greeted many guests of Zeta at the memorable occasion. The Dance Theater of Harlem under the direction of Mr. Arthur Mitchell p rformed superbly various types of classical, ethnic, and modern ballet. The ensemble is an accredited and

respected ensemble of black performers. During the intermission a special Emergence Award was presented to Miss Cicely Tyson for her untiring support of the group. The evening was further highlighted by the attendance of the President and Vice President of the United States, Mr. Ronald Reagan and Mr. George Bush, respectively. Also in attendance were congressional members Shirley Chisolm and Charles Rangel. Many prominent members of local Greek-lettered organizations, municipal and federal government agencies, and private citizens have praised the chapter highly for sponsoring such a sophisticated evening. Members of the committee included Hallie Middleton, Geneva Holley, Virginia Brockington, Tommiesene Beaven, Rosalie Kennedy, and Ellis Jones.

Eastern Region -Sorors Lillian Battle and Ruth Long; an annual Christmas party; an Easter project to assist an impoverished family and continuous support of the activities of Beta Zeta chapter. Officers of the Amicae include Mrs. Ruth P. Dial, President; Mrs. Josephine Jackson, Vice President; Mrs. Winona Barber, Secretary; Mrs. Martha French, Corresponding Secretary; Mrs. Virginia Bruce, Financial Secretary; Mrs. Thelma Brown, Treasurer; Mrs. Lucy Turner, Chaplain; Mrs. Henrietta McNair, Public Relations Chairman; Mrs. Dorothy Beard, Sick Committee Chairman; Mrs. Myrtle Carter, Scholarship Committee Chairman.

Washington, D.C. Amicae The Amicae adult auxiliary to Beta Zeta chapter is one of the most active groups of ladies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The president of the group is Mrs. Ruth P. Dial. The Advisor to the Amicae is Soror Shirley Redmond. Activities of the Amicae have included an annual scholarship award to a high school recipient; donations to the Tyler School for the Blind and the Bunker Hill Hospital for the Sick; a recognition luncheon for the retiring advisors to the Amicae

Washington, D.C. Archonettes Since its inception, the Archonettes group has been "off and running"! Activities of the group include the following: ( 1) Get-acquainted session; (2) Seminar on parliamentary procedure conducted by the National Executive Director Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Brother Gerald D. Smith; (3) field trips to the Smithsonian Institution and the National Air and Space Museum; (4) Christmas Service Project-the decoration of the 350 apartment doors of the residents of the Roosevelt Senior Citizens Building; (5) attending deaf sign language classes; ( 6) registering as volunteers at Howard University Hospital; (7) planning a slumber party, and (8) attending the Eastern Region Conference. The president of the youth group is Miss Bertina Anderson.

In July, 1981, the Washington, D.C. Archonettes were organized under the aegis of Beta Zeta chapter. Dr. Marjay D. Anderson, Basileus, appointed Soror Laurette D. Vinson as Advisor to the Youth Auxiliary. Soror Vinson canvassed the local metropolitan area for young ladies qualified to join the group and was successful in locating fifteen interested young ladies. Soror Vinson contacted parents by way of letter and introduced the Archonettes program. With the assistance of Sorors Lucile W. Brown and Imogene Akins, the Archonettes were launched as a group. Sorors Ruth Scott, Lynette Smith, and Emma Johnson participated in the formation of the activities for the ladies also.

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llWl Basileus of Beta Zeta chapter, Washington, D.C. is Dr. Marjay D. Anderson. A university academician and research biologist by profession, Soror Anderson still finds the time and interest to devote much of her time to the promotion of projects of the Sorority. Selected as the 1979 Zeta of the Year by Beta Zeta chapter, Soror Anderson maintains that a profound attitude of service and dedication to humanity are the things which provide the impetus for her commit-

ment to make things a little better for others. Soror Anderson is Chairman and Professor of the Comprehensive Sciences Department of Howard University. Her analytical training equips her with a unique concept and perspective when managing and enables her to attain and sustain a high degree of objectivity. "Being Basileus of the largest chapter in Zeta Phi Beta is indeed a delightful experience," says Soror Anderson. "There are many kinds of personalities, attitudes, interests, age groups, and concerns exemplified by the members of the chapter. I perceive my role as one of a catalyst exerting definitive leadership and direction in the mixing of these many resources to extract the highest productivity yield possible." Beta Zeta chapter has among its membership a wealth of wisdom, talent, and many degrees of expertise in many areas law, medicine, education, business, poli tics, government. These diversifications 30

enrich the chapter's potential to excel in just about all of its endeavors. During her tenure as Basileus, Soror Anderson has introduced the management-by-objectives administrative technique; developed an annual program of activities; established an Archonettes auxiliary group; innovated the mini symposium information series; revised the internal and public communications system; submitted quarterly reports to the chapter constituency; developed instruments for the standardization of reports and progress evaluations; instituted definitive service projects; and many other managerial techniques. "The Service ethic is one which requires total understanding, commitment and dedication," says Soror Anderson. "And, anybody that only perceives their complete raison d'etre as an opportunity to solely promote themselves and not to assist others is headed for unfulfillment and unhappl ness in the long run."

Eastern Region BETA ZETA IS #l At Boule 1980 in Memphis, Tennessee, Beta Zeta chapter was officially declared the largest chapter in all Zetadom. The chapter roster includes more than a hundred women in metropolitan Washington, D.C. These ladies are very active in many types and kinds of community, civic, political, social, business, and educational endeavors. Professions of the Sorors of Beta Zeta chapter run the gamut from Accountant to Zoologist. Beta Zeta chapter, under the leadership of Dr. Marjay D. Anderson, has launched a viable program Dr. Edith V. Francis (center) is seated with the Washington, D.C. Amicae along with the Basileus of goals and objectives commensurate .of Beta Zeta Chapter (standing far right), Dr. Marjay D. Anderson and the Amicae Advisor with the directives of the National agen- (standing third from left) Ms. Shirley Redmond. da of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. The chapter's annual agenda includes regular monthly meetings, mini symposiums at monthly meetings to keep Sorors abreast of current issues, increased activity involvements with the Amicae and Archonettes auxiliary groups, successful fund-raising activities, observance of Founder's Day and Finer Womanhood, and continuous activities to reaffirm the essences of sisterhood.

INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD BOOK DRIVE. Ms. Debbie Brittain, {left) Alpha Kappa Alpha, and Dr. Marjay D. Anderson (right), Beta Zeta Chapter, are pictured. Dr. Anderson is receiving book contributions from the AKAs.

1979 BOOK DRIVE-Members of Beta Zeta hapter are pl tured with members of XI mega hapter. Alpha Kappa Alpha ororlty, In . during the International Year of the Child Book Drive sponsored by Beta Zeta hapter. The drive wa dire ted by Dr. Marjay D. Anderson. 31

Eastern Region North Carolina Beta Lambda Zeta: Asheville

B.S. N.C. Central University Western Carolina University Member St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church, Hendersonville, N.C. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Retired School Teacher League of Women Voters NAA.C.P. Council on Aging Taught school for a number of years

A.8. Dillard University B.S.L.S. Atlanta University Member Berry Temple United Methodist Church American Association of University Women Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Chr., Stork's Nest United Methodist Women, Asheville Former Librarian: Veteran's Adrn., Montrose, N.Y. Blanton's Junior College, Asheville

Sorors M. Joyce Mills and Althea 0. Watson Honored for Meritorious Service Beta Lambda Zeta Chapter of Asheville, N.C., honored two of its sorors during Finer Womanhood Week. On February 22, 1981, the chapter members and members of Zeta Amicae of Asheville worshipped together at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary United Presbyterian Church. Rev. Warren Back is the pastor.

At 1:30 p.m., a luncheon was given in honor of Sorors Mills and Watson at the Sheraton Motor Inn, Asheville. Plaques honoring them for meritorious service were presented to them. At the same luncheon, the charter members of Zeta Amicae of Asheville were also awarded Certificates of Appreciation in recognition of their ser-

vices. Beta Lambda Zeta Chapter had its ribbon cutting for the opening of Stork's Nest, at Allen Center, on Sunday, November 23, 1980. Soror Lizzie Miller, of Louisville, Kentucky, former National Director of Stork's Nest, was the speaker. Soror Althea 0. Watson is chairperson of the project.

Zeta Amicae of Asheville

NAACP Honors Daisy C. Glenn

Seated left to right: Mrs. Georgia Allen, Flnanclal Sect.; Mr . Thelma Porter. Treas.; Mrs. Charlotte Webber, Recording ect.: Mrs. Lucille Ray, President. Standing left to right: Mrs. Willie Maud Moultrie; Miss Pauline Rollin on. Chaplin: Mrs. Jesteen Shivers; Mrs. Jeanne Bowman. Vice Pre ident; Mrs. Selma Mattison.

Daisy C. Glenn of Asheville, a charter member of Beta Lambda Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, was honored by the state NAACP Chapter at its recent convention held in the Inn On The Plaza. Mrs. Glenn was presented a service plaque. Her services include a life member of the NAACP, a member of the local chapter for 33 years, secretary of the local branch with 15 years service, secretary of the state branch with eight years service, chairman of the local life membership committee, and being a delegate to many of the National NAACP Conventions.

Eastern Region Gamma Upsilon Zeta & Omega Beta F ayettevi I I e NEW TOASTMISTRESS HONORED Soror Thelma H. Kinney, President of LaMadrinna Toastmistress Club-Council IV, Blue Ridge Region, was recently voted "Toastmistress of the Year" for 1978-79. She received a trophy and plaque for her service. In addition to her toastmistress duties, Soror Kinney served as chairperson for her school's Brotherhood Committee which was sponsored by the Cumberland County Human Relations Department. Her exhibit was on display at Cross Creek Mall. She is married to Brother Theodore Kinney and they have one son.

SISTER CROWNS SISTER IN FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. Melody Michelle Maddox crowns her sister, Melonee Miranda, as Queen of the 1979 Blue Reuue sponsored by the Gamma Upsilon and Omega Beta Chapters of ZOB. The ball is the largest fund raising project of the organization. All monies are given for scholarships. Melody was the Queen of the 25th Annual Blue Reoue and is presently a Freshman at FSU in Fayetteville, and Melonee is a high school senior at Reid Ross. The girls were sponsored in the ball by Sorors Miriam Maddox, their mother, and Soror Lois P. Turner. They are the daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Henry H. Maddox.

A Zeta Operates Operation Sickle Cell, Inc. Pictured is Soror Mary E. Mclaurin, Director of Operation Sickle Cell, Inc., in Fayetteville, N.C. Mary, along with many members of the medical profession, was instrumental in getting the organization funded and ready to serve the needs of the community. The organization is a member of the National Association for Sickle Cell Disease, Inc., and is eligible for Combined Federal Campaign funds. Mary has been named to the Board of Directors of NASCD. Mary is married to Freddie D. McAllister and they have two children.

Epsilon Gamma Chapter: Rocky Mount The members of Epsilon Gamma Z ta hapter, Rocky Mount, North Carolina have begun a new year of diligent work in our community. During th Thanksgiving and Yuletide easons, th chapter continued its annu, I pro] cts of Operation Thanksgiving nd Op ration hristmas heer. Gifts of food stuffs for the Th nksgiving feast w r greatly appr ciat d and well receiv d. Our pres ntalion of foot warmers to pati nts at local rest home

helped make Christmas just a little brighter for some of our senior citizens. In the last year there has been some diligent work done by Soror Ella Miller and her husband Charlie on the J.B. 11 rring Scholarship Fund. This scholarship fund was set up by Mr. and Mrs. Miller in conjunction with Epsilon Garn· ma Zeta h pier in memory of a local n wspaper columnist. Since the death of Mr. J.B. Herring, Soror Miller and her husband have taken over the writing of 33

the local column. With monies from the sales of the two local papers in which the column appears, funds for the scholarship, to be given to a deserving youth, are collected. The new year brings more work and activities for the Sorors of Epsilon Gamma Zeta Chapter. Founder's Day was celebrated with a dinner and birthday cake. Finer Womanhood Week is celebrated in a special way, a week long

Eastern Region activity program beginning with Rededication and culminating with our an· nual "Five Community Pearls Program." This program gives honor to five women in our community who have exemplified the ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority in their lives, in spite of adversity and hard·

ships. These women are our examples of Finer Womanhood. Committees for the Blue Revue are making plans and contacts for our 1981 program. Sorors are selecting contestants between the ages of 5 and 12 and our Contestant Clinic Committee is on

the lookout for cultural activities to share with our contestants and their parents. Our last Blue Revue was a great success and we are striving to make this an even greater one. Epsilon Gamma Zeta Chapter is on the move'

CHARTER MEMBERS OF IOTA SIGMA ZETA CHAPTER -Charter members of the newly-organized Iota Sigma Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority are from left, Mrs. A. C. Hall of Jacksonville, Mrs. Jimmy Dillahunt of New Bern, Mrs. M.J. Jones of Maysville, Mrs. J.M. Foy and Mrs. W T. Lewis of New Bern and Mrs. 0. G. Pretlow of Rocky Mount, regional director for North Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. The charter was presented at an initiation ceremony of new pledges held recently at the Stock Market Restaurant.

Iota Sigma Zeta Chapter, ZOB Sorority receives charter, initiates new pledges Mrs. A Pearson of Greensboro, state director of the North Carolina chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, and Mrs. 0. G. Pretlow of Rocky Mount, regional director of chapters of North Carolina, Virgin· ia and West Virginia, were in charge of the presentation ceremony of the chart· er to the local Iota Sigma Zeta Chapter and initiation of new pledges of the chapter held recently at the Stock Mar· ket Restaurant. Pledges initiated were Mrs. Henry Bryant, Mrs. Zeb Gibbs and Mrs. John Neal. Mrs. M. Lassiter of the Delta Phi Zeta Chapter of Gatesville and members of other chapters were welcomed as guests. The members chose royal blue and white as the chapter colors. Mrs. J. M. Foy, Mrs. A. C. Hall of Jacksonville, Mrs. M. J. Jones of Maysville, Mrs. Jimmy Dillahunt and Mrs. W. T. Lewis are the charter members. Mrs. Foy gave a brief history of the

sorority and its objectives stating that "Zeta Phi Beta was the first Greek-letter college sorority organization in Africa being set up in Liberia and has spread to Sierra Leone and Nigeria adding a ninth region in West Africa. There are more than 300 undergraduate and graduate chapters divided in nine regions, with honorary members of renown, and with the strength and means to contribute to the encouragement of higher scholarship to those organizations working for the betterment of communities and the world. "The objectives of finer womanhood, sisterly love and scholarship have brought together women from all parts of the country. Women who have similar tastes and aspirations, similar potential of highest attainments, and similar desires for concerted action will bring results in removing or blocking movements intended to retard the growth and progress of this group of women, espe cially in the field of academic and literary 34

attainments. "Zeta has been outstanding in carrying its share of community relief work, in participation in voluntary services, in contributing to organized charity, as well as in granting scholarships and fellowships to deserving women students. "The sorority sponsors a national project in which different aspects are highlighted through special projects. "These women have become an integral part of the community life of the country and have interested themselves in civic and social betterment throughout the world. "The membership of Zeta Phi Beta includes women in the professions of medicine, law, dentistry, pharmacy, the fine arts, invention, music, painting, teaching, and other fields of higher learning." Following the ceremony, a luncheon was served at the restaurant. Members went later to the Ramada Inn for a social hour with refreshments.

Eastern Region Theta Eta Zeta Chapter: Sedalia

The Theta Eta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. of Sedalia, North Carolina presented its third annual Junior Miss Pageant at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, April 26, 1980 in Moore Gymnasium, A&T State University. The Queen for 1980 was Crystal L. Luster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Luster. First runner-up was Jamie Bristow, daughter of Mrs. Davetta Bristow. Second runner-up was Janine Davis, daughter of Mrs. Edith M. Davis. The proceeds of the contest are being used for scholarships and other humane projects. Mrs. Clara Morehead was pageant coordinator and Mrs. Alberta Person is group president.

Left to Right: Janine Davis, Crystal Luster and Jamie Bristow.

Rho Zeta Chapter: Winston-Salem

Sorer Juanita B. Penn, Baslleus, presents a record player to Dr. C. B. Hauser for "Operation anta Claus," a project of The Mental Health As o iatlon. Under the dedicated leadership of Soror Juanita Blanche Penn, Rho Zeta is continuing its policy of community participation. We are truly an "Action Oriented Organization". To enhance this aspect of our program, we have made contributions to "Operation Santa Claus", a project of The Mental Health Association. We donated a record player to the enter at Christmas time. "Half Way House", a home for young women who are preparing to r turn to society after an incarceration period, also has

been the recipient of our time and talent. Sorors have visited the young women and shared the results of our "culinary arts", our company and our concern. These activities were the direct result of our having speakers from community groups appear at our earliest monthly meetings. Although some sorors had been involved, others felt the need for more affirmative action. We plan to continue this method in the future and to reach out to other similar community agencies. Our ultimate aim is to promote better understanding and greater participation. We feel that Zetas should be more visible and certainly very active in all phases of community life. Aside from the chapter's activities, several members are giving personal services to the community. Soror Edna C. Revels is a member of the Board of Directors of The Mental Health Association of Forsyth County. Soror Gwen Hunter Ashley is the only woman on the Transit Authority for the city of WinstonSalem. Sorors Roberta Cook, Vera Banks, Lois Hauser, Leola Sadler, Edythe Williams, Bessye Dobson, Vivienne Conley, Mildred Batchelor, and 35

Katherine Walker are among the active members of the District Flower Clubs. At Winston-Salem State University, Soror Sadie B. Webster, a professor of Nursing Education, received the "Excellence In Teaching Award" from Wachovia Bank and Trust Company. She is also a member of the group which prepares the curriculum for all the nursing schools in the state. Soror Marilyn Roseboro, Public Relations Director at WSSU, is also working with Omega Chapter on the campus. At present, the chapter is making progress toward several goals for completion in the spring. Though small in number, the young women of Omega have shown themselves to be truly worthy of wearing the "blue and white" of Zeta. Rho Zeta tries to cooperate with Omega in every way. Soror Rosalyn Evans was the speaker for Omega in its observance of Founder's Day and Finer Womanhood. (Soror Evans is busily engaged in her efforts toward obtaining her doctorate.) Special gifts and recognition were accorded Sorors Edna Revels, Gladys Morrison and Arlene Gill who retired

Eastern Region from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth School System recently. Soror Emily Harper is the newlyelected president of CACRAO (Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admisions Officers). She is the Registrar at WSSU. Throughout the season, Zetas have joined Soror Lois Hauser and her husband, Dr. C.B. Hauser (both retired from WSSU and city schools respectively), as we proudly watched their older daughter, Faye, who appeared in the television series of "Roots" and more recently on segments of "Good Times", "Benson" and "Inmates". Officers who are serving Rho Zeta this year aside from our Basileus, include

Sorors Katherine Chavis, First AntiBasileus; Helen Gibbs, Second AntiBasileus; Bessye Dobson, Grammateus; Edna Revels, Asst. Grammateus; Savilla Wilson, Corresponding Grammateus; Gladys Morrison, Tamias; Rosalyn Evans, T amias Grammateus; Marie Graham, Phylacter; Arlene Gill, Chaplain; and Gwen Hunter Ashley, Antapokritis.

OUR FINAL WORD:

Sorors Vera Banks, Leola Sadler and Lois Hauser prepare for ''The Holiday House."

With our Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma, we are planning a "Blue And White Ball" in the spring (May). Our Brothers are very enthusiastic about it. This will be a "joint adventure" and from all indications, we think it will cement our associa-

tion with our Brothers more firmly. We wish all Zetas and Sigmas could join us as we shall certainly be thinking of you and sending our Love as we "trip the light fantastic". By Soror Gwen Hunter Ashley

Virginia Alpha Beta Zeta: Hampton Zeta/Sigma Founder's Day Program The Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and the Zeta Delta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity of Newport News/Hampton, Virginia made history when they observed their first joint Founder's Day on Friday, January 16th at the Warwick Hotel-Archives Restaurant. An overflowing crowd attended the memorable event. Brother Fred Holcomb is President. The elegant affair began with a cocktail/social hour followed by a delectable buffet dinner. Musical selections were rendered by the Sigma Brothers and the welcome was by Soror Martha Cherry, Co-chairperson. The highlight of the program was the address by Brother Gerald Smith, National Executive Director of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Brother Smith eloquently traced the historical development of our sorority and brother fraternity. His indepth description of our illustrious founders and their contributions to society was most informative. Soror Delores Marshall and Brother Crawford Smith, Presidents, gave remarks about the significance of being brothers and sisters. They also stressed the implementation of the yearly program. At the end of the program, the Sigmas sang their "Sweetheart Song" to the sisters. The celebration was a great success, and we're looking forward to next year. 36

Other Activities The Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter, in keeping with the sororities theme "Pioneers in Community Service", has been involved in several community projects. In October, 1980, several sorors participated in the Newport News Voter Registration Drive. Many hours were spent telephoning future voters and doing other assignments. Soror Lyne Allan chaired this activity. The Social Action Committee sponsored a Christmas party for the senior citizens at the Abysinia Baptist Church in Newport News, Virginia. The senior citizens were entertained with games and music. The Sorors also donated Christmas gifts to the senior citizens. Sorors Lottie Knight, Edna Jenkins, Joan Jenkins, Iris Branch and Delores Marshall coordinated the affair. The Amicae have adopted the Zion Baptist Church Nursing Home as its project. They visit the home monthly and perform various acts of kindness. Blue Review Activities The Alpha Beta Zeta's Annual Blue Reulew was held on Saturday, May 2, 1981 at 9 p.m. at the Hampton Roads Coliseum, Hampton, Virginia. At that time 22 lovely young ladies {debutantes) were presented to society. These debutantes have participated in several activities. They Include the following:

Eastern Region In December, 1980, a mother-daughter banquet was held at the Fisherman's Wharf in Hampton, Virginia. A former debutante was the guest speaker. She discussed the exciting role of being a debutante. On February 7, 1981, Soror Delores Marshall, Basileus, entertained the debutantes at her home. Sorors Marian Hartman, G. Wells and B. Francis conducted etiquette and other sessions for the debutantes. The debutantes also expressed their concerns for each

other by giving gifts. In March, the debutantes attended an Educational Testing Workshop in Gloucester, Virginia. Educational specialists were available to discuss the components of testing and provide scholarship information. Because of our annual Blue Review our chapter has been able to donate generous scholarships to girls, assist the NAACP United Negro College Fund, YWCA and other worthwhile community projects.

Epsilon Theta Zeta: Suffolk The Archonettes Members seated from left are as follows: Arlisa James; Keisha Bryant; Connie Broady, Secretary; Dawn Broady, Treasurer; and Valerie Johnson. Members standing from left are as follows: Tonya Pitt, Vice President; Wendy Edwards, President; Lisa White; Melissa Goodman; Terri Langston; Cornell Simpson and Sandra Wynn. Members not pictured are as follows: Sonya Astis, Angela Parker, Judith Copeland, Tonya Copeland, Melody Copeland, Cyrelia James, Tracey Woodruff, Sherry Woodruff, Debra Freeman and Nichol Abram.

News Briefs Soror Shera Gay Ruffin, a former teacher at Norfolk State University, received a Master's degree in biology from Hampton Institute, May 1979. She is now employed in Postal Services. oror Arlethia H. Elliott, Ph.D., is State Plan Officer, Bureau of Education for the Handicapped, U.S. Office of ducation, Washington, D.C. 20202.

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Ethel L. Sessoms Special Education (Teacher) B.S. Degree, Saint Paul's College (1952) Master's Degree, Virginia State College, Petersburg, Va. Retired: November 30, 1979

Eastern Region Alpha Omega Zeta Chapter: Petersburg Alpha Omega Zeta Chapter, Petersburg, hosted the 1980 Virginia State meeting, November 8, 1980. Before the luncheon and speaker, three workshops were held, "Records and Money Management", "What You Need to Know about Insurance and Estate Planning" and "Knowing Your Legal Rights". Pictured are the State Officers and Basileus of the host chapter. Seated from left to right are Soror Odessa Baker, State Tamais; Soror Deborah Crosby, State Grammateus; Soror Marilyn Brooks, State Director; Soror Rosalie Adams, National Trustee; Soror Jo Ann Bush, State Tarnais-Grarnmateus and Soror Geraldine Spicely, Basileus, Alpha Omega Zeta Chapter.

Zeta Pi Zeta Chapter: Portsmouth

Chapter Holds Initiation

Four new members recently Initiated In Zeta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc., are shown above seated from left to right: Eleanor Griffin, Marion Perry, Fannie N. Saunders, and Cora Motley. Chapter officers standing are Lessie Williams, Baslleus; Dorothy Walton, Dean of Pledges; Helen Harris. Assistant Grammateus; Erestine Cassell, Assistant to Dean of Pledges.

Deadline for Next Issue November 30, 1981

PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA-Zeta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Portsmouth, Virginia, recently in· itiated four members in the home of Soror Dorothy Walton, Dean of Pledges. Following the initiation, a delicious dinner was served by the hostess. The new sorors are Eleanor Griffin, Marion Perry, Fannie Saunders, and Cora Motley. They presented the chapter with handmade gifts of blue and white. Each new member was presented gifts from the members and visiting friends.

Eastern Region Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter: Richmond The Richmond area looks forward to Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter's annual presentation of the Ebony Fashion Fair. It is presented to benefit its scholarship/health program. During the last Ebony Fashion Fair, $10,000 was presented to the scholarship fund of Virginia Union University. Additionally, a total of $28,000 in scholarships was presented to young ladies of high scholastic achievement. On December 29, 1980, Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter had the pleasure of entertaining the National Grand Basileus, Soror Dr. Edith Francis, during her stay in Richmond. She was entertained at the home of Soror Zipporah Medford. While in Richmond, the Grand Basileus, the Executive Committee of Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter, Boule Marshal, Soror Marilyn Brooks

and Soror Roselie Adams, a National Trustee, made tentative plans for the 1982 Boule. Soror Francis remained in Richmond to attend Alpha Phi Zeta's biennial holiday ball at the Richmond Mosque Auditorium. In keeping with our National Observance of Finer Womanhood, Alpha Phi Zeta Chapter held the following activities: Worship Service-Sunday, February 22, 1981, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church; Renewal of Pledge Service and Skit-Saturday, March 7, 1981; A Bingo Party for senior citizensWednesday, March 18, 1981; Zeta Family Talent NightSaturday, March 28, 1981, and a Washcloth Shower for Richmond Community Hospital.

Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter: Suffolk Soror Ruth A. Perry Receives Doctorate

Soror Ruth A. Perry, daughter of Mrs. Agnes B. Perry and the late Reverend Walter I l. Perry, Sr., received the Doctor of Philosophy degree from Auburn Univ rsity, Auburn, Alabama, on June 6,

1980.

Sorer Perry, who received both the mittee and Second Anti-Basileus of her B.S. and M.A. degrees from Hampton chapter, Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter, Institute, Hampton, Virginia, is currently Suffolk, Virginia. She has also served as an Assistant Professor in the Depart- Sponsor of Zeta Gamma Chapter, Norment of English and Foreign Languages folk State University, Norfolk, Virginia, at Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Vir- and is at present one of the co-sponsors of that chapter. At the state level Soror ginia. Perry recently accepted the position of Her doctoral dissertation, entitled Geographical Coordinator of Tidewater, "Variations on the Protest Theme in the Virginia. At the regional level, she has Novels of Dunbar, Chestnut, Johnson, served as a Convener, as acting chairand Ellison," examined the themes, person of the Awards and Publicity characters, and techniques found in the Committee, and in 1980 as chairperson published novels of the four outstanding of the Registration Committee. At the black writers. 1980 Eastern Regional Conference held A dedicated Zeta, Soror Perry is a Life in Virignia Beach, Virginia, Soror Perry Member of the Sorority and has held received her chapter's "Zeta Dedivarious positions at the local and re- cation" Award. Soror Perry is a member of a Zetagional levels. She has served as Basileus, First Anti-Basileus, acting Tamlas-Grarn- involved family. Her mother is a memmaleus, Reporter, and at present is ber of Zeta Amicae, and her niece, chairp rson of the Founders' Day Com- Pamela, is an Archonette. 39

Eastern Region Epsilon Theta Zeta Chapter of Suffolk, Virginia Front row, left to right-Sorors Hilda Abram, Beulah Watts, Ruth Harrison, Velma Jones, Sallie Graham. Shera Ruffin. Second row Pearl Jones, Martha Polson, Dorothy Rawles, Corean Cooke, Berma White, Willie Jenkins, Ethel Sessoms, Ursell Watson. Third row- Bessie Gatling, Lillian James, Elizabeth Pitt, Ruth Perry, Loretta Williams, Arlethia Elliott, Gladys Chapman and Dollie Blizzard. Four sorors absent from picture are: Sorors Doris Owens, Barbara Skinner, Jessie Cross and Elizabeth Christian.

Epsilon Theta Zeta Hosts 1980 Eastern Regional

From left to right: Sorors Marilyn Brooks, Velma Jones. Thelma Fisher, Odessa Pretlow, Rosalie Adams. lda B. King, and Maxine Bukley.

Musical selections featured throughout the conference were rendered by the sorors of Eptslon Theta Zeta. The undergraduates and Archonettes were on parade with inspirational songs and routines. A fashion show was also presented by the Archonettes. Other highlights of the conference were the Blue and White Luncheon and Ball on Saturday and the Rededication Break fast. All Sorors and Amicae look foward to the 1981 Eastern Regional Conference to be hosted by the Delta Zeta Chapter of Charlotte, North Carolina.

The Eastern Regional Conference was held in April at the New Cavalier Hotel in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The conference was well attended by Sorors and A.micae. Speakers during the conference were Soror Ida King, chairperson of the Executive Board, who also represented the Grand Basileus; Soror Rosalie Adams. Grand Trustee; and the Reverend Robert Hobbs. Awards were presented by the chapter to the Reverend Isaac E. Williams for his community involvement, Attorney Ida Outlaw for community service, and Soror Ruth Perry for her Zeta dedication. 40

Eastern Region ZetaAmicae

Amicae Members Pictured Front row from left to right: Mrs. Pearl E. Wilson; Mrs. Ruth White, Reporter; Mrs. Altheia Hargrave; Mrs. Pat Griffins; Mrs. Carrie Davis, Chaplain; and Mrs. Margaret Jones. Back row-left to right: Mrs. Mamie B. Parker, Secretary; Mrs. Ada Bates, President; Mrs. Gladys Colden; Mrs. Sarah Lawrence; Mrs. Agnes Perry; Miss Marion Mitchell; Mrs. Marie Myrick; Mrs. Pearl Faulk; Mrs. Inez J. Taylor, Past President; Mrs. Marion Smith, Financial Secretary; and Mrs. Virginia Brinkley. Members not pictured: Mrs. Barbara Artis, Treasurer; Mrs. Emily Covington; Mrs. Edythe Harrison; Mrs. Ruby Jordan; Mrs. Florine Lassiter, Business Manager; Mrs. Janice Parker and Mrs. Elizabeth Woodruff, Vice President.

-----------------------------------, A TRIBUTE TO ZETA Z Phi B Sorority We pledge our loyalty Join our h arts, our minds, our hands Making this world a better land No finer womanhood than thee Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Our work dedicated to humankind Striving for exellence in our minds Working together in human relations Finer womanhood and education N ver tiring we'll always be Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Founders paved th road we trod To them our heads we nod Fruitful efforts plain to see Sislerhood and unity Forever true to th m we'll be Zeta Phi B ta Sorority

Oh Lord, our maker, up above We praise Thee for Your humble love For looking far beyond our faults And furnishing our needs and wants To Thee on bended knee Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

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Chorus All hail the greatest of them all With sorors strong we'll never fall Forever binding in our goals Our power multiplied tenfold Lyrics by Soror Berlinda Love Music by Brother Kenneth Moore Epsilon Xi Zeta Chapter Princeton-Trenton, N.J.

Great Lakes Region The graduate chapter has many other new and exciting plans for the remainder of the year. Soror E. Jean Woodard is the Basileus.

Indiana Iota Zeta Chapter: Indianapolis

We've Come a Long Way!!! The Eta Upsilon Zeta Chapter of Ft. Wayne, Ind. has been in existence since 1974. Since that time, our chapter has held children's talent programs, "Woman of the Year" Banquets, had joint programs with our Phi Beta Sigma brothers, given scholarships totalling $700 to high school graduates entering college, and participated in the Black Bi-Centennial Parade. Each year we donate $100 to sustain our membership as a century club member of the Old Fort YMCA We are the only sorority, thus far, which participates in this project. Our chapter engages in the co-sponsorship of the Ebony Fashion Fair with the Ultra Art Club (primary sponsor) every year by helping to sell tickets and being hostesses at the gala affair. On Sunday, April 12, 1981, we hosted our sixth annual Finer Womanhood Banquet where we honored a woman in the community as "Woman of the Year". This year the honoree was Dr. Verna Adams, Director of the Title I Program for the Ft. Wayne Community Schools. The guest speaker was Dr. Eunice Moore, Dean of College Arts & Science, Alabama State University. This affair was held at the Hilton Inn (at the airport). Our past honorees and guest speakers were as follows1980-Mrs. Mary Ray-Former Principal and Teacher of the Ft. Wayne Community Schools and pioneer for Black Teachers; guest speaker Soror Ida B. King, Chairman of the Board Emeritus 1979-Mrs. Jeffrey Cox-Teacher of Religious Instruction; guest speaker Soror Mamie Foster 1978-Ms. Gayle Greer-Executive Director of the Ft. Wayne Urban League; guest speaker Soror Dr. Edith Francis, then National First Anti-Basileus 1977-Mrs. Arrie Stovall-Owner and Director of Stovall's House of Beauty Culture; guest speaker Soror Dr. Marjorie Costa 1976 Mrs. Marjorie Wickliffe-Pioneer of the Ft. Wayne Urban League; guest speaker Soror Grace Phillips Our future endeavors are to be active in the community projects, sponsor an undergraduate chapter, attract more members, hostess fund raising programs and a tutorial program for underprivileged children.

Iota Zeta Chapter has been extremely busy since the publication of the last Archon. In the sorority year 1978-1979, Iota Zeta was afforded the opportunity to present the sorority pin to our honorary soror, actress Esther Rolle (shown above). In that same year at the chapter's Founder's Day program, Mayor William H. Hudnut of Indianapolis attended and presented a Key to the City to our own Soror Effie B. Burford. During Founder's Day celebration the following year, certificates were presented to those sorors who have been members of Zeta for 25 years or more. Finer Womanhood Observances have included a panel discussion by local educators and plans for the 1981 Finer Womanhood program were finalized. Soror Lizzie Miller, Great Lakes Regional Director was the speaker. Iota Zeta Chapter works very closely with the men of Xi Sigma Chapter, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. A joint picnic is held every summer to get our sororal and fraternal functions off to a successful start. We also celebrate the holidays together with the annual Zeta/Sigma Christmas party. This party is always well attended by our guests as well as our brothers and sisters throughout the Great Lakes Region. The Indianapolis chapter also held a luncheon to honor Soror Eva E. Rice, who recently retired from the Indianapolis Public School system after 35 years of teaching. The chapter also sponsors three undergraduate chapters in the state of Indiana. They are located at Indiana University, Indiana State University, and most recently (April, 1980) Purdue University which had eleven charter members. The chapter is also cognizant of its obligation to those less fortunate than themselves. The chapter has a Stork's Nest. The chapter also gives Easter and birthday parties for children at a local hospital who have no relatives, and it makes annual contributions to the Mental Health Gift Lift which is a local organization which sees that mental patients in our area are remembered with Christmas gifts.

Illinois Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter: Chicago Activities of Zeta Tau Zeta since November 1, 1980. We ended 1980 with our 14th annual state meeting In Chicago at the Midland I lotel. '12

Great Lakes Region The Second Annual Joint Zeta-Sigma Founder's Day Affair was celebrated together on January 16, 1981. Finer Womanhood Celebration Calendar of Events March 7, 1981 Amicae Day March 15, 1981 Church Service at Metropolitan Community Church Visited William L. Dawson Nursing Home March 21, 1981 Chapter Meeting March 22, 1981 Public Service Program at Monumental Baptist Church

March 29, 1981 Public meeting date at Calvary Baptist Church Honorees: Soror Dorothy Brown-Woman of the Year Award Soror Romana Fogarty-Educational Award Soror Vera Paul-Community Service Award Basileus Carolyn Wilson-Community Service Award

Purdue University Epsilon Kappa: West Lafayette The Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, has its first Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. It has 11 charter members consisting of: Kimberly Warren Jackson, South Bend, Indiana; Kimberly Holman, Gary, Indiana; Teri Dunbar, Fort Wayne, Indiana; Anna Amos, New Orleans, Louisiana; Rhena Fuller, Gary, Indiana; Renaye Bohannon, Gary, lndi-

ana; Lorelei Sewell, lndiannapolis, Indiana; Gloria Casey, Chicago, Illinois; Carrie Murphy, lndiannapolis, Indiana; Charlotte Damper, Gary, Indiana; and Robin Thomas, Gary, Indiana. The Chapter was incorporated April 27, 1980 and the sponsoring Chapter was Iota Zeta of Indiannapolis, Indiana.

Kentucky Eta Zeta Chapter: Louisville Basileus . .. . .. . .. 1st Anti Basileus 2nd Anti Basileus 3rd Anti Basileus Grammateus Assistant Grammateus Tamias Tamias Grammateus Assistant Tamias Grammateus Antapokritis Phylacter Chaplain Lay Members

Congratulations are in order for Soror Ira Smith who has completed the requirements for a Master's Degree in College Student Personnel Service. In November, the Sorority had an Anniversary Party for the Stork's Nest. The guests made a contribution and some brought gifts for a baby. This was a time that the Sorority put forth an effort to "sell" the Stork's Nest to the Public. They are coming from far and near to cooperate with the program. We participated in the Negro College Fund campaign under the leadership of Soror Laura Brite. We are also participating in a money project being given by the March of Dimes called Supen Walk.

Soror Ira Smith Joyce Holloman Dorothy Lewis Meralene Dickerson Michelle Wade Elizabeth Caples Margie E. Artis Minnie Todd Bobbie Qualls Margaret F Miles Maxine Bukey Nellie Wilkerson Gladys Cook Lizzie Miller

Many Sorors always take part in the Mothers' March. We are happy to relate that Delta Theta on the University of Louisville Campus are having several projects to help their fellowman. We have planned two financial projects this year, namely, a Card Tournament and a Dance. Our Founder's Day and Finer Womanhood program were highlighted with the presentation of our oldest Soror as The Sorer of the Year. Soror Mary Crenshaw entered the Zeta Sisterhood in 1937. She has just celebrated her 90th birthday. We shall receive spiritual help from the worship service at the Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ. The Finer Womanhood Week offers to all inspiration. The Associated Sorors in Richmond, Kentucky are working very

The officers and Sorors of the Eta Zeta Chapter have started this year determined lo be involved in the activities that seek to improve our citizens along many areas. The Sorors are taking an active part in church and civic activities. Some Sorors are taking the sick to the doctor, some doing volunt er work in the hospitals. Soror Glenola Jones works as a volunteer at the Speed Museum and also goes to Beechland Nursing ! lorn lo read and discuss the Bible to the patients. The stork delivered a precious baby boy to Denial Wade and her husband. Our former Basileus, oror Faye Russell, became Mrs. Joe Artis in a b autiful church ceremony. '13

Great Lakes Region hard. Here's a quick list of some of the things they are doing: Working with the Blood Mobile Had Christmas program for the handicapped children in the Shriner's Hospital in Lexington Gave gifts to the residents in the Senior Citizens Home. Became involved with the Big Brother and Big Sister Organization, located in Winchester, Kentucky. So, you see they are a wide awake doing group. The Sorors are doing everything that they can to make others happy. Soror Margaret F. Miles

Western Kentucky University Omega Delta Chapter: Bowling Green

Standing left to right: Diana Walters, Juanita Lusco, Annette McHenny, Michelle Davis, Melissa Hagans and Debra Curry. Bottom row left to right: Barbara White, Rita Britton. Marie Green and Paula Smith.

The Sorors of Omega Delta, Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Kentucky would like to extend greetings to all our Sorors, We would like to take this opportunity to share some of our activities with you. The Spring Semester is our busiest semester. During this semester we have our Founder's Day Program with Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. This year Mr. Russell Davis, a Sigma from Louisville, Kentucky and the father of our Soror Michelle Davis, spoke for both organizations. Mr. Davis gave an enhghting speech on Sisterhood and Brotherhood. During Zeta Week we hold a Step-Show where we invite Sororities and Fraternities from nearby states to come and participate. We also have a Mr. TKO Contest (formally Mr. Brickhouse) for all WKU male students who are interested.

Community Service is very important to our chapter. With Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity we have visited Nursing Hornes during the Christmas Season to sing Christmas Carols. Other times during the year our chapter makes visits to the Nursing Hornes. Each year we have an Easter Egg hunt for the children in Bowling Green. For Halloween the Zetas and members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity had a Halloween party at the Boys Club in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The follolNing Sorors have received Certificates for Academic Achievements: Soror Brenda Baker, Soror Rita Britton, Soror Debra Curry, Soror Debra Sisturnk, Soror Paula Smith, Soror Debra Bush, and Soror Barbara White. These are just a few things that are happening with the Omega Delta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. In closing we would like to wish all chapters a prosperous year.

Michigan Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter: Saginaw Activities for Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Saginaw, Michigan have almost come full circle. Looking back at the year 1980, we began the new decade year with an annual Founder's Day Observance, celebrated jointly with Zeta Beta Zeta Chapter of Flint, Michigan. The event was held in Saginaw. On the heels of this event, the Sorority approached its Finer Womanhood week observance with excitement and many activities. The week began in March with our annual Debutante Tea where Zeta entertained and informed more than fifty young ladies and their parents about the chapter's annual Cotillion Ball that occurs in November. The highlight of our observances was the Finer Womanhood Day celebration, where we honored Soror Annye Roberts, Great Lakes Region State Director and chapter member, as Woman of the Year and Soror Elizabeth Baker, now Great Lakes Region Phylacter, as Zeta of the Year. The speaker for this special event was former First Anti Basileus of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Soror Evelyn Brown. Also hon

ored was Amica Easie Watts and Archonette Diedra Lee. It was on to the Regional Conference for our chapter. Meeting in Southfield, Michigan, Zeta had a record number of sorors in attendance. Under an able campaign committee, headed by Soror Iris Owens and assisted by Sorors Eleanor Taylor, Verlyn Campbell, Mary Jackson, Glenda Richardson, Evelyn Songster, Vezelia Phillips, Annye Roberts, LaVeme White and other sorors, the Region elected Soror Liz Baker to the office of Regional Phylacter. In the meantime, Zeta Omega Zeta pledged and initiated four talented women in June 1980. Joining the ranks of Zetadom were Neophytes Gerri Peeples, Lillie Swan, Marilyn Pierson and Juanita Witherspoon. No stopping us now! By this time, this chapter was deep into its Debutante activities. The 1980 Cotillion Chairpersons, Sorors Annye Roberts and Liz Baker, worked closely with our twenty seven active Sorors to groom seventeen young ladles for the Cotillion Ball. Soror Vezelia Phillips, chairperson of activities, guided these young women through a vigorous activity schedule that consisted of meetings, charm classes, dance rehearsals, community projects, worship, entertain ment, and many others.

Great Lakes Region ------------------------By now, being into July, it was Boule time in Memphis. Several sorors attended the Boule, where our State Director, (Soror Roberts), the Regional Phylacter (Soror Baker), and Soror Glenda Richardson were actively involved in Boule workshops, politics and activity. Back home again, this chapter suddenly realized it was Round-Up Time. Soror Glenda Richardson served as hostess for the occasion and welcomed thirty sorors to the newly opened downtown Radisson Hotel. From this gathering, Zeta reclaimed Sorors Rosa Winchester and Zadie Bryant. With Zeta's finale for the year being the Debutante Cotillion, all efforts of the fall focused on the production of "Rhapsody In Blue," the theme for the 1980 annual Cotillion. The annual Michigan State Meeting was held in lnkster, Michigan. State Director Annye Roberts challenged a record number of sorors in a luncheon speech around the National theme. The highlights of the luncheon was the honoring of all Zetas, Amicae and Archonettes who had been Finer Womanhood Honorees. Of the seventeen Debs presented on November 29, 1980 in the formal Cotillion Ball, at least fourteen girls received scholarship awards for a total contribution of $5,000. Also receiving donations and recognitions at the Ball were the A Phillip Randolph Institute-Local and the United Negro College Fund. It was an excellent year for Zeta and many sorors received awards, recognitions and accomplished major goals: -Soror Mary Jackson, Basileus, was elected to the Buena Vista School Board, a first for Zeta. Soror Elizabeth Baker received the Sojourner Truth Award from the Negro Business and Professional Women's Club of Saginaw and was elected and attended the National Democratic Convention as a state delegate. -Sorors Juanita Witherspoon and Marilyn Pierson (Neophytes) went into unique employment. Soror Witherspoon became Saginaw County Guardian and Soror Pierson completed training to become the first black

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woman financier with Merrill Lynch-Saginaw. -Soror Iris Owens, 2nd Anti-Basileus, took on the position of Basic Family Services Worker for the State of Michigan, with a regional office in Caro, Michigan. -Soror Verlyn Campbell began work on her second Master's in the subject area of Public Administration. -Soror Gerri Peeples was the recipient of Michigan Association of Extension Home Economics, Florence Hall Award for Excellence, 1980. Zeta Omega Zeta has an active Amicae chapter comprised of 13 friends. We are bridging the gap of communication with Amicae through joint participation in projects such as Birthday Recognitions, Fellowships and inclusion on Zeta Committees for major events. Under the leadership of Soror Iris Owens, 19 Archonettes are organized and planning an exciting year of activity. Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter and brothers of Phi Beta Sigma maintained a close relationship during 1980. Zetas turned out en masse to help the local chapter of Phi Beta Sigma celebrate its Founder's Day. Chapter officers elected June, 1980 are: Soror Mary Jackson-Basileus Soror Eleanor Taylor-First Anti-Basileus Soror Verlyn Campbell-Third Anti-Basileus Soror Audrey McKandes-Grammateus Soror Loubertha Little-Corresponding Grammateus Soror Vezelia Phillips-Tamias Soror Evelyn Sangster-Tamias Grammateus Soror Rose Johnson-Phylacter Soror Elizabeth Baker-Epistoleus Soror Elinor Eastman-Social Amenities Sorors Emma Campbell, McKandes and Freddye Murphy -Inter-Greek Reps. Sisterly submitted by: Soror Elizabeth N. Baker Epistoleus Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter

Gamma Delta Zeta Chapter: Cleveland •

AMMA DELTA ZETA HONOR SORORS AND COMMUNITY PERSONS-25 year sorors honored-LEFT TO RIGHT, ATTY. MARGAR T J. WILLIS, SORORS ARMIDA REDDING, JANICE McKEE, SUEJETIE KINDS, & LEVY VAUGHN. OROR HOTO IN BACKGROUND. , 15

Great Lakes Region Sorors in the News: Sorer Hester Shoto-Basileus-was elected to the position of National Phylacter at the Boule in Memphis, Tenn. Soror Levy Vaughn appointed to the post of Regional Antapokritis was also appointed to the position of National Director of Amicae Affairs. Soror Vaughn received an award from Pan Hellenic Council as outstanding Greek. Soror Mary Curtis will serve on the Regional Election Committee. Soror Christabel Bradford received an award from Pan Hellenic Council as outstanding Greek. Soror Carleen Garrett has been promoted to Guidance Counselor at Nathan Hale Jr. High School, Cleveland, Ohio. Gamma Delta Zefa Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. observed its 60th anniversary with a luncheon January 19, 1980 at the Hollenden House in Cleveland, Ohio. Gamma Delta Zeta was honored with the presence of two of the beloved and cherished "Founders," Viola Tyler Goings and Myrtle Tyler Faithful. A challenging and dynamic speech was delivered by Judge Rhoulack of Akron, Ohio, a Phi Beta Sigma. A proclamation from the city of Cleveland was awarded to the sorority for its many contributions to the community and its concerns for fellow citizens. Congressman Louis Stokes, representing the 21st Congressional District, presented awards to the "Founders" for initiating a legacy of service to all mankind that has been the guide and dynamism of the Sorors' efforts over the years. Chairperson of the luncheon was Soror Ruby Scott Malone. Soror Ora Sims served as co-chairperson. Other members of the committee were: Soror Christabel Bradford, Soror Mary Curtis, Soror Sallie Hopson, Soror Marjorie Bryant, Soror Levy Vaughn, Soror Rosetta Willingham, Soror Lucresia Johnson and Soror Edith Kaigler. Gamma Delta Zeta Chapter held its 1st Annual Retreat on Saturday, Janu ary 10, 1981 at Mt. Zion Congregational Church, Cleveland, Ohio. The theme of

the retreat stressed "Putting It All Together." In the morning session presentations included: Positive Projections for a Greater Gamma Delta Zeta-Soror Dorothea Walker; Financial Structure of Gamma Delta Zeta-Soror Levy Vaughn; Internal Structure of Gamma Delta Zeta-Soror Hester Shoto. Demonstrations were presented by Sorors Marjorie Bryant and Doris WilliamsInitiation, Rededication-Sorors Ruby Malone and Sally Hopson. After lunch, Sorors were joined by the Amicae, Soror Hester Shoto opened the afternoon session with a presentation on Public Programming. Sorer Ruth Earl discussed the Professional Women in Gamma Delta Zeta as they relate to the community. A review of the Goals and Objectives was presented by Soror Dorothea Walker. Members taking part in the sessions were: Sorer Armida Red-

ding and Soror Rosetta Willingham. Chairperson was soror Christabel Bradford. On Sunday, February 7, 1981 Gamma Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. held a Black Heritage Tea at the Harvard Lee Public Library. An overflowing crowd was in attendance. They were entertained with musical selections and commentary on Negro Spirituals, dramatic reading and interpretive dance. Members and friends joined in singing Lift Every Voice and Sing. Chairperson, Soror Rosetta Willingham, and her committee did an outstanding job of making the "Tea" a success. Members on the committee were Soror Mary Curtis, Soror Joan Breland, Soror Frances Holmes and Soror Armida Redding.

Please send this office copies of your old archons. A complete file is needed at our national Headquarters. 46

Dr. Edith V. Francis

From the Desk of the Grand Basileus One of my personal objectives as your Grand Basileus was to publish an issue of the ARCHON. My thanks to all contributors, and the National Antapokritis, Soror Jean E. Harris, for making this issue possible. I certainly hope that we will be able to have continuity in getting out future issues since this represents one of the key elements of a good communications network. Through this publication we are able to communicate to others the types of activities and programs in which our various chapters and our elected and appointed officers are involved. At this time we should begin to think about getting our material together to make our next issue an outstanding one. Sisterly,

Dr. Edith V. Francis

Grand Basileu

Dr. Francis with Amica Betty Hill of New York.

National Officers of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. receive honorary citizen citation from Councilman Jewel Newman during the dedication of the new "Zeta House" of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Pictured left to right are: Soror Leonia McQui//ister, Chairman of the Executive Board; Soror Thelma Y. Thomas, Second Anti-Basileus; Soror Bobbie W. Moorehead, First AntiBasileus; Dr. Edith V. Francis, Grand Basileus; and Councilman Jewel Newman.

Heads of seven of the eight major Black Greek-letter organizations met recently in Atlanta, Georgia. Pictured (I. to r.) are Dr. Oliver S. Grumbs, Grand Polemarch, Kappa Alpha Psi; Dr. Moses C. Norman, Omega Phi Psi; Angella Current, Executive Director, Delta Sigma Theta; Dr. Edith V. Francis, Grand Basileus, Zeta Phi Beta; Mona H. Bail y, National President, Delta Sigma Theta; Ozell utton; Dr. Lucretia Payton, Alpha Kappa Alpha; and Charles B. Wright, National President, Phi Beta Sigma.

Soror Ellen Caldwell presents gifts to Soror Francis.

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Epsilon Xi Zeta Chapter, Princeton- Trenton honors Dr. Francis. From left to right: Dr. Katye Monroe, Speaker, Soror Dr. Edith V. Francis, Grand Basileus, and Soror Dr. Kathryn Malvern, Atlantic Regional Director.

Finer Womanhood Luncheon - Delta Alpha Zeta Chapter (Brooklyn, N. Y.).

Dr. Edith V. Francis (fourth from the left) at Beta Zeta Chapter 1981 Founders Day Banquet, Washington, D. C.

Dr. Francis with Soror Frances Spooner, Basileus

Delta Mu Zeta at lnaugural Luncheon.

The Grand Basileus' Programmatic Thrust A Plan of Action "Zetas Working Together: Rendering Service to Improve the Human Condition" The program outlines contained herein are offered as a starting point for meaningful discussions, intensive planning and the formulation of a working concept geared to meet the capabilities and needs of the local chapters for their individual communities. There is the ever-present realization that the conditions facing people throughout the nation are reaching alarming proportions. The rapidly rising rate of unemployment, especially among blacks, coupled with the escalating cost of living can only cause us to see the need to enlarge and diversify Zeta's programmatic thrust so as to enable the maximum number of persons to be served timely, effectively and efficiently. It is most important that everyone clearly understand I am not in any way advocating any reduction in our current programs such as Stork's Nest and the National Education Foundation. What I am advocating is that we need to intensify our commitment and efforts to serve. Zetas everywhere should mobilize their chapters into oriented organizations not only setting the pace in service activities but also providing the leadership to pull the entire community and its various organizations and groups together in a united effort. The implementation of these program thrusts is within the capabilities of every chapter in Zeta, whether large or small. You must have the commitment to serve and the desire to work to make your program effective in your local area. This is the time to get everyone in the chapter involved in the area in which her professional, volunteer, charitable, civic and religious experiences and expertise can be utilized in a concerted effort to improve the current level of service or to provide a service which is needed but not yet being provided. In this proposed programmatic thrust I have outlined a few key areas of concern for priority consideration. They are, as follows: A Elementary and secondary educational opportunities B. Higher educational opportunities to include continuing adult education C. Employment opportunities D. Welfare E. Business opportunities F. Housing G. Drugs and crime (to include anti-social behavioral programs) H. Political involvement I. Youth programs J. Community health While we consider these areas of concern, realizing the need for each and every chapter to take immediate affirmative action, let me share with you a poem that sums it all up. Listen, Soror I was hungry and you formed a humanities club and discussed my hunger, thank you. was imprisoned and you crept off quietly to your air conditioned church and prayed for my release.

I was naked and in your mind you debated the morality of my appearance. I was sick and you knelt and thanked God for your good health. I was homeless and you preached to me of the spiritual shelter of the love of God. I was lonely and you left me alone to pray for me. You seem so holy, so close to God. But I'm still very hungry and lonely and cold. So where have your prayers gone? What have they done? What does it profit a man to page through his book of prayers when the rest of the world is crying for his help? This poem has meaning to each and every one of us today. It is written that "He who believes in me, will also do the works that I do." I urge a united response to this call to action. We must work for the SURVIVAL OF OUR RACE now as never before. We must assert ourselves moving from a position of relative inaction to one of united action. We must move from a point of weakness to a definite point

of strength.

But above all we must move together if we are to assure the SURVIVAL OF OUR RACE.

Elementary and Secondary Educational Opportunities A minimum level educational achievement is essential for the advancement of our people within today's society. Realistically, It is far easier to state the problem than to formulate any remedies. What happens to the functionally illiterate black in today's society must be our concern! We cannot act to remove the vestiges of poverty without first assuring that every black child acquires sufficient skills in the basics, namely, the 3 R's, to ready them for available employment opportunities. Quality education must be our main objective. Areas of consideration may include: 1. Integration quality education as opposed to segregated education. 2. Upgrading achievement levels. 3. Pre-school programs-an introduction to reading and writing follow-up to assure continuing development without a lag, bypassing the kindergarten after preschool for children who are now capable of moving into a learning, rather than a playtime, situation. 4. Extracurricular activities program geared to complement school program. This may include counseling. 50

Undoubtedly it also is the root cause for most of the crime focused in the black community. Consider: 1. Training and retraining programs to develop or sharpen skills. 2. Job talent, or skill banks, or clearing houses. 3. Providing adequate transportation facilities. 4. Affirmative action programs relative to recruitment, hiring, promotions and upgrading. 5. Black businesses as a greater source of jobs, and 6. Utilization of governmental agencies to develop complaints stemming from discriminatory policies and practices.

5. Dropout prevention and redirection of potential dropouts, and 6. Development of leadership in PT As, school boards and within educational organizations.

HIGHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES (To Include Continuing Adult Education) Higher education and adult education, from a black perspective, should equip the students with the basics by which they have the ways and means to earn a meaningful living and, by doing so, get into the mainstream of American life. Quite frequently, these benefactors of a higher education have been the products of our black colleges. Today, these colleges are struggling for their very existence, and unless we are able to direct our efforts to help keep their doors open, untold numbers of our young blacks will be denied access to a higher education. Reality tells us that part of our responsibility to the black community mandates that we address ourselves to the upgrading of vocational programs for blacks in the effort to provide access to the trade unions, apprenticeship programs, and, when appropriate, business opportunities. Higher education must be a source of constant upward flow and growth in the development of black students. Areas of consideration may include: 1. Develop a local talent search program. 2. Counseling for high school upper-class students (juniors and seniors). Re: college opportunities with follow-up through early college years. 3. Dropout prevention. 4. Development of adequate day care facilities to enable young parents to pursue a higher education. 5. Development of work-study progams to enable students to continue their education. 6. Evaluation and possible redirecting of scholarship programs, and 7. The role of the educational institution in the community.

WELFARE The American society in general, and our national leadership in particular, looks down upon welfare recipients in a degrading and demeaning manner. They also think of it as largely a handout program for blacks. Nothing could be more false; however, we frequently never make any real effort to act within our communities to help reduce the welfare rolls. Critics usually maintain that the welfare rolls are full of crooks, loafers, misfits and promiscuous women. There must be the realization that the more we close doors, continue to demean and actually write off human beings subjected to the stigma and the necessity of being on welfare, then the further away we are of meeting and/ or solving the problem. We must always note that the 'last to be hired, first to be fired' principle still holds true for blacks. Our income level is still far behind that of whites with the same or even less training, experience or education in almost every area of employment. Our concern for survival must include an honest assessment of an approach to a program(s) to reduce black welfare rolls with an opportunity for the liberated recipient to attain a proper and positive outlook for self-assurance, dignity and pride. Some areas to be considered include: 1. A realistic minimum wage. 2. Realistic tax reform. 3. Subsidy (income supplement) to encourage welfare recipients to seek gainful employment and yet be able to sustain the needs of the family unit. 4. Possiblity of guaranteed minimum income. 5. Increasing training programs for minority workers. 6. Increasing job opportunities for minority persons. 7. Development of a rehabilitation and employment program for ex-offenders. 8. Upgrading of welfare housing to include an educational program for recipients on how to take care of their residence. 9. Government takeover of substandard housing with provisions to make improvements. 10. Community referral services for recipients and other citizens which would advise where to go for needed services by both public and private agencies or organizations.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES One of the essentials of survival is the providing of employment opportunities for our people. We cannot enter Into the mainstre m of American life if we do not have adequate jobs, paying proper compensation with substantial avenues for meaningful upgrading and promotions. Unless we can compet for available jobs, the numbers of blacks on welfare rolls will continue to rise. High and/or a rising rate of unemploym nt is on of th most demoralizing and frustrating situations affecting th bl ck community. 51

7. Development of vest pocket and mini parks, as well as other recreational facilities to utilize vacant space in black communities, and 8. Use of governmental agencies in the striking down of discriminatory housing practices.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Black economic growth and development to provide a sound economy within the local community is an everpressing challenge. We need new well-established, well-run businesses not only to bolster the black business outlook, but also to provide much needed jobs for blacks within our communities. The development of firms to help fund black owned and/or operated businesses and also to provide a source for technical assistance to these and other black businesses are key areas in which involvement would be beneficial to our people:

1. The group could set up a development corporation to pool resources to provide capital for viable black busi-

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nesses. 2. Volunteer consulting-identify businesses that need services, and provide them on a non-profit basis.

HOUSING Overcrowding, deterioration and abandonment are frequently the characteristics which help to make up the inner city black community. Totally inadequate public services, private and public concern help to cause and/or perpetuate substandard housing, the order of the day, in many areas. Nobody loves us, nobody seems to care, is the frequent cry of the inhabitants of these dwellings as either they seek help, a way out or they just give up. The terrible living conditions fostered by these residences are the breeding places of crime, disease, drug and general discontent and unrest for those who dwell therein. Until recently all around us new construction was springing up; however, most of it is directed towards the needs of commercial space and living quarters for upper middle class and the "well-to-do". Too often one notes that urban renewal (better known as black removal) has leveled many buildings to make way for progress. Unfortunately, with the high and ever-increasing costs of rentals, and the current unavailability of mortgage monies, there is a continued increase in the overcrowding of low income black communities further locking in many residents who had hopes of a better chance. We need to look at: 1. Development of community based and oriented rehabilitation and development corporations. 2. Tighter controls on new building programs to assure housing for low and middle income families. 3. Government sponsored takeover, rehabilitation or demolition of substandard and/or abandoned houses. 4. Placing of low and middle income units in other than inner city ghetto areas. 5. Encouragement of and planning with industry to provide adequate housing for all persons in and around new and developing industrial sites. 6. Tie-in available transportation with site selection for low and middle income housing as related to industrial and job locations. 52

"What people don't know can hurt them and the next generation." This quote packs a powerful message in light of drugs and the possible effects they can have upon our youth, our children and the entire community. We cannot close our eyes and expect that the problem will disappear when we reopen them. We have an obligation to work unceasingly with the current generation if we are to have any future generations. The scope of areas to be discussed are many. A few possibilities are: 1. Parental guidance and counselling. 2. Health training on the hazards and effects of drugs. 3. Referral services. 4. Educational programs, and 5. Coordinating activities with community and other organizations. The senseless killing of black children in Atlanta and black men in Buffalo are only some of the major crimes that, when combined with the numerous crimes by blacks against blacks, give us cause for considerable concern. We need to be involved with the local law enforcement agencies to develop programs and/or dialogue, between them and the members of our respective communities to make these communities and its residences safer places in which to live and work.

POLITICAL INVOLVEMENT Considering that all of the aforementioned programmatic thrusts are relative to social action, I have appointed Dr. Elizabeth Fran Johnson of Alpha Zeta Chapter, Baltimore, Maryland as the National Director for Social Action Activities and Projects. In establishing this new position, it is my goal to implement and promote a viable, valuable, and visible social action program directed toward bringing about change in the aware ness level, and knowledge level of black women in our local communities about those actions that affect their social and political well being.

The Black women's contribution to social and political actions that contribute to the well-being of our society are seldom woven into the visible fabric of American life; and their effects in improving and meeting human/social needs are conspicuously absent during observances of National Negro History month. The current social and political climate signals the need for us as Black women ( 1) to be better informed; ( 2) to be visibly active in the social arena; (3) to combine our talents, skills, and resources to achieve common social action goals; and (4) to bring about change in the visibility of Black women and their contributions toward improving human/social conditions. Therefore, the objectives of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's social action program are: 1. To conduct one or more workshops or conferences or seminars each year that focus attention on and raise the awareness level and knowledge of Black women about: a. proposed state legislation or national policies that relate to women b. the social impact of current state legislative actions on women in their state c. the social impact of national policy decisions on women d. actions that women can take to cope with these legislative and policy decisions or actions that need to be taken to modify or reverse these decisions. 2. To actively participate with and strengthen our relationships with local chapters of national women's organizations in conducting social and political action programs and projects that have a social impact on women, especially Black women. 3. To emphasize and increase the visibility of the contributions of women, especially Black women, in meeting the human/social needs of our communities through their professional and voluntary activities and commitments. Achievement of these objectives is a shared responsibility requiring a special concerted and working together effort by Zeta Sorors and other women in all fields-education, law, health, government, labor, industry, community organization, and many others. Bia.ck women's organizations cannot continue to have separate agendas moving down separate paths trying to achieve common social action goals. I am requesting each local chapter, therefore, to take the necessary steps: ( 1) to meet with the representatives of the local chapters of national women's organizations; (2) to identify common goals in th area of social/political action; (3) to establish a Black Women's Agenda for Social/Political Action that is specific, measurable, and achievable; and (4) to plan and implement the agenda. An example of a Social Action Project that you may wish to try out and expand upon is one that is conducted each year in B ltimore, Maryland. During the month of February a consortium of women's organizations plan and implement a oneday Women's Fair. During the day there are workshops, xhibits, and a luncheon focusing on current activities that impact the well-being of women (this could be combined with your annual Fin r Womanhood Luncheon). The one dimen ion that could be added is the establishment of tim le bl s to accomplish certain follow-through actions.

Soror Johnson is available to provide consultation by mail or telephone. She can be reached by telephone: FrS System 492-6576 (8-4:30 Eastern time) Work (Commercial) 301/492-6576 Home 301/997-7708 I am requesting that the State Political Action Coordinators assume the lead responsibility for promoting the implementation of social action projects in their state. State Coordinators are also requested to submit a report of the social action plans and/or activities in their state to their Regional Director and the National Director for Social Action by April 1, 1982, so that a report to the Boule can be presented. Mail your reports to:

Dr. Elizabeth Fran Johnson 10538 Green Mountain Circle Columbia, Maryland 21044

One of the key ways to carry out our theme is through the dissemination of information so that the public becomes an "informed public." The challenges for women in the 80's demand creative approaches. By working together we will realize our aspiration that "women make the difference" in the communities of our American society. The ballot box undoubtedly will be the most significant factor in determining whether we, as blacks, will "make it" as we move towards the mid-1980' s. It is obvious that we are developing a strong core of leaders who are moving into congressional, state and local legislative seats with conviction to get a job done and to assure for blacks their fair share of the "good life", in spite of the negative impact of our national leadership. We must work to continue this growth of leadership. We must also work to assure that our leadership on every level is always aware of and moving to meet the needs of our people. Establishing an ever open and meaningful dialogue rather than crying, complaining and being abusive will certainly help to keep these lines open and functioning to the advantage of the black community. However, we must address ourselves to those situations wherein the incumbent official is deaf to the needs of our people, because then, we need to take necessary action to correct the situation or remove the individual. One needs only to look at past political victories across the nation to see what can be done, if we develop our strategies properly. Voter registration and voter education is still a must for blacks if we are to have a positive effect in the determination of who shall represent our communities and voice our problems and our needs and then fight for possible remedies. The first quarter of this century saw, not only the birth of our organization, but also the mobilization of some of our talents and efforts towards the development and implementation of social action programs. Unfortunately, after a few decades of marching, picketing, protesting, rebelling and debating, too little in the way of positive action has been taken to reach the respective goals of these social action progams. Quite often we raise our clenched fists as a sign of black solidarity. Yet, our organization has failed to exhibit the type of

solidarity necessary to assure the attainment of meaningful changes and progress for our people. Let's face it, our memberhship roles read like Who's Who among the notables and the leadership in almost every walk of live. Talent and prestige overflow everywhere. Nevertheless, each of us usually moves off individually to "do our own thing". Once in a while, segments or individuals from our organization participate in some significant social action oriented program. At times it would appear that we have failed to see that we are faced with an a/I-out fight for the SURVIVAL OF OUR RACE. Collectively, we must determine a meaningful course of action to ascertain where we are going and the best way to get there. We don't have to look far back into the past to find the sharp cutting edges of poverty, the scars of prejudice, the hurt of broken dreams and endless suffering. Nor do we have to reflect too long to recall the broken promises, blank walls and closed doors to opportunities which have obstructed our growth and that of blacks in general. Sometimes there are those among us who feel that they have made it. Sorry to say, the facts state emphatically that while any of us are suppresed, none of us is free. Some of you might question the right of Zeta Phi Beta to call for this effort, what has Zeta done lately? Well, while most of our fraternities have been moving along inch by inch, according to reports other sororities have been moving by leaps and bounds in providing service to the community. However, collectively for the potential power of our organization, we have not done enough/ I believe that we can, and must, move right now, before it's too late for our people. Whether we want to acknowledge it or not, blacks have been losing ground rapidly in the past few years as opposed to the projected rate of progress predicted for us. Every time we turn, another minority group is being pushed as the new priority item. Women's rights most recently was the new order, but the prime movers forgot to include the cause of black women.

As I travel from state to state I cannot find, nor can I conceive of us, as blacks, getting back into the thick of things, unless we begin to moue together, as a united front for our share of the "American Dream." As the first step in the direction of a united effort for the SURVNAL OF OUR RACE, we propose that the following action be taken: 1. Endorsement of this concept 6'1' made by your chapter. 2. That the committees be appointed by October 30th, 1981 to plan your chapter's course of action and to refine the areas of concern and set up the necessary arrangements for implementation of this programmatic thrust.

/ Dr. Edith V. Francis

NAACP, 'Ebony' honor Ewing's schools chief It's been a month of honors for Ewing Township Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edith V. Francis. "Ebony Magazine" in its May issue called her one of the 100 most influential black Americans of 1981, ranking her among such celebrities as Sammy Davis Jr. and Coretta Scott King. The NAACP women's conference recently named her one of its outstanding women of the year. The award was presented in Cincinnati by Frances Hooks, the wife of NAACP leader, Benjamin Hooks. Dr. Francis called the NAACP award "really an honor." ONE of a handful of black women across the country to hold a superintendency, the native New Yorker came to the Trenton area 11 yeas ago. She's been Ewing's chief administrator since June, 1977. "Ebony" cited her for her presidency of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, !nc., an international service organization with 45,000 black female members. She was elected the sorority's national president in July, 1980, after serving as president of the New York City chapter during her tenure as a student and teacher at Hunter College. The Bear Tavern Road resident, who grew up in Harlem, received her doctorate in educational administration from New York University. She has worked her way through the educational system as teacher, principal and superintendent, and was granted tenure at her Ewing post in February, 1980. Dr. Francis is the wife of Gilbert Francis, and the mother of two children, Deborah Ann Scott, M.D. and Dwayne H. Francis. S·l

I Guests at the Head Table (left to right): Soror Dr. Edith V. Francis, Soror Dr. Deborah Ann Scott (Soror Francis' daughter), Mr. Vernon Scott, Brother Richard E. Alleyne Sr., Mrs. Elaine Doar, Brother William E. Doar, Jr., Mrs. Ehrma Alleyne, Attorney Iris L Brooks, Soror Dr. Deborah P. Wolfe, Brother Dr. Gilbert H. Francis.

Dr. Edith V. FrancisGrand Basileus The Inaugural Luncheon for our Grand Basileus, Dr. Edith V Francis, was held on December 5, 1980. Hosted by Delta

Mu Zeta, Epsilon and Upsilon Eta Chapters, it was an outstanding tribute to a fine lady who was both royal and regal for the occasion. The tributes, messages and gifts were showered upon the Grand from across the Nation, among them were Greetings from the Founders, Leonia McQuillister, Chairperson of the Board, and Ida B. King, Chairperson of the Board Emeritus. Leading the more than 200 Zetas in attendance were Past Grand Basilei, Dr. Deborah P. Wolfe and Nellie Buchanan; Regional Directors, Dr. Kathryn Malvern (Atlantic) and Ellis Jones (Eastern); Thelma Fisher, Executive Secretary, and the late Gladys Warrington, Zeta's First Initiate. Friend Grace Goddard, President of the Atlantic Region Amicae, spoke on behalf of the scores of Amicae who were present. Sigmas representing chapters from New England to Virginia included Past National President Attorney Richard M. Ballard, Jr. who delivered Sigma's tribute; William E. Dona, Jr., National Executive Director Emeritus; Richard E. Alleyne Sr., National Accountant; and Dr. Gilbert H. Francis, Distinguished Service Chapter. Before the festivities were brought to a close with the singing of the Sigma and Zeta Hymns, the tributes were summed up in song with Soror Mattye Jean Foreman singing to the Grand Basileus you are "One in a Million".

Brother Richard M. Ballard, Jr. Soror Dr. Edith V. Francis

Midwestern Region Zetas & Sigmas Join in Luncheon Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., from the state of Kansas, held a joint Founder's Day luncheon at the Ramada Inn, Lawrence, Kansas, Saturday, January 24, 1981. Both founding dates are in the month of January. The chapters present were as follows: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Alpha Epsilon Epsilon Zeta, Kansas City, Kansas, Mrs. Eva Letcher, basileus; Omega Theta, Lawrence, Kansas, Ms. Felecia Hughes, basileus; Alpha Epsilon Zeta pledgees; and Zeta Amicae were in at-

tendance, also. Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Omicron Sigma, Kansas City, Kansas, Mr. Charles Dwight, president; Zeta Omicron, Lawrence, Kansas, Mr. Luke Bobo, president. A most informative program consisted of a musical prelude, invocation, the occasion, a musical selection, tributes to Zeta and Sigma Founders, a speaker, Dr. Dorothy Pennington, the Zeta Hymn and the Sigma Hymn, a poem, remarks by the director of the Zeta Phi Beta Midwestern Region, Mrs. Ersaline Porchia, and the closing prayer.

Dr. Dorothy Pennington, Associate Professor of African Studies and Speech, used as her theme "Commitment and Responsibility." She stressed the fact that individuals have a choice in their membership in organizations. With that choice comes responsibility and loyalty to the chosen organization. She closed with seven points which should help to promote success in organizat i ans. These are ( 1) goals, (2) dedication, (3) perserverance, (4) determination, (5) consistency, (6) dependability, and (7) trust.

Alpha Epsilon Zeta: Kansas City The Omega Theta Chapter, at the University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, won a second place award for its undergraduate report at the Boule. The Omega Theta Chapter was chartered by the Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter in January, 1979. Mrs. Evelyn Townsend is the sponsor of the Omega Theta Undergraduate Chapter. Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter, chartered the Alpha Kappa Undergraduate Chapter on the campus of Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg, Kansas in May, 1980. Mrs. Mattye Foxx is the sponsor of the Alpha Kappa Undergraduate Chapter. The year 1980-81 was a very busy and most productive sorority year for the Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Missouri Omega Epsilon Chapter Washington University: St. Louis In December, 1980, the Omega Epsilon Chapter initiated a clothing drive. The focus is on providing clothes for needy children and their families in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Donations are being solicited from the campus and St. Louis community to be distributed to needy families referred to us by schools, government and other community service agencies. Chapter members participating are Sorors Cheryl Sampson, Basileus, and Cynthia Patterson, Deshandra Jones, Lawanda Johnson and Janice Mitchell.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT Soror Janice Marie Mitchell received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering in May, 1980 from Washington University in St. Louis.

What made that degree so special was that Janice has Lupis, an arthritis-like disease. Washington University honored her for her courage in the Record, a school publication. Despite her "handicap," Janice was able to serve Omega Epsilon Chapter as secretary, Dean of-Pledges and president. She also participated in and chaired many campus organizations and committees. Janice was born in Beaumont, Texas and is currently working for Apollo Technologies. She also sits on the board of directors of the Lupis Foundation of St. Louis, Missouri where she actively participates to educate the public about Lupis and encourage other Lupis patients to continue despite their dis abilities.

Midwestern Region Kansas Zeta Amicae Presented at Tea The Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, held its third annual tea to replenish its Stork's Nest, at the Yates Branch YWCA, 644 Quindaro Boulevard, Kansas City, Kansas. The tea was held Sunday, October 12, from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. The Stork's Nest is a non-profit redistribution center where low-income expectant mothers who are referred by the Family Services and clinics may secure needed baby and maternity items at a very low cost or no cost at all. The Alpha Epsilon Zeta Stork's Nest is housed at the Yates Branch YWCA. Those at the tea were able to view the Stork's Nest

and understand the operation of this worthwhile national, community project sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and the National Foundation March-ofDimes. Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter used this occasion to introduce its auxiliary group, Zeta Amicae (Friends), to the public. The eleven Zeta Amicae of Kansas City, Kansas were beautiful in their royal blue skirts and light blue blouses. They are Patsy Bolden, Sybelline Chandler, Lucy Dwight, Diontha Forte, Olevia Gentry, Linda Johnson, Lois Moore, Helyn Moten, Le Rita Moten, Hazel Townsend, and Laura Williams.

The following program was presented at 5:00 P.M.: What Stork's Nest Is and How it Got Started Nationally-Mrs. Bernice Duncan; Highlights of the Local Chapter's Stork's Nest-Mrs. Naomi Denham; How the Local Stork's Nest Got Started-Mrs. Cleta Saunders; How the March-Of-Dimes Helps-Mrs. Phyllis White; Kaw Valley, March-OfDimes presentation-Mrs. Eva Letcher; Presentations to Zeta Amicae of Kansas City, Kansas: Charter-Mrs. Ersaline Porchia; Certificates-Mrs. Eva Letcher. Mrs. Eva Letcher is basileus of Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and Mrs. Ersaline Porchia is chairperson of the Stork's Nest.

Zeta Amicae Hold Installation of Officers The Zeta Amicae of Kansas City, Kansas, held the installation of its new officers and its January meeting at the home of a Zeta Phi Beta Sorority member, Mrs. Evelyn Townsend. Zeta Amicae with ten members, was organized in December, 1979 and chartered In January, 1980. Mrs. Patsy Bolden was its first president. The group was presented to the public by the Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., its sponsoring chapter, on October 12, 1980, at the Yates Branch YW A, Kansas City, Kansas when the sorority held its Annual Stork's Nest Tea. Mrs. [rsaline Porchia and Mrs. Eva L tch r serve as advisors to the Zeta Amlcae of Kansas City, Kansas. The following new officers for the 1981 year were installed by Mrs. Ersaline Porchia: president, Mrs. Lucy Dwight; vice president, Ms. Linda Johnson; s er tary, Mrs. Laura B. Williams: a sistant secretary, Ms. I lelyn Mot an: treasurer, Mrs. I lazel M. Townsend: chaplin, Ms. Patsy Bold >n; and critic, Ms. yb alline handler. On April 16, 17, and 18, 1981, the Zeta Amica gr ,1 d the Zeta Amlcae of th Midwe t sm Hegion when th Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority host ,d the Sorority's Forty-second Mid w sstern H gional onfer nee.

Archonettes Install Officers Sunday, Feb. 15. The Archonettes, young women from grades nine through twelve, and an auxiliary of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, got together socially and installed officers Sunday, Feb. 15, 4:00 to 6:00 p.rn. at the Peppermint Multi Care Center, Kansas City. The Archonettes and their parents, guests and members of Alpha Epsilon Zeta Chapter of the Zeta Phi B ta Sorority, Inc., the sponsor of the organization, attended. The Archonettes, their schools and officers are: Tanya Perkins, Ward High, president; Lucy Mays, Washington High, vie -presldent; Michelle Robinson, West Junior High, secretary; Lisa Darnell, West Junior High, assistant secretary; Yolanda Williams, Washington High, treasurer. M mbers are: Romena Bailey, Ward 57

High; Renee Guess, Wyandotte High; Leah Johnson, Schlagie High; Tammy Lyons, Carmelia Suarez, and Derieth Sutton, all of West Junior High; Pamela Wash, Wyandotte High. The Archonettes of Kansas City, Kas., attended the 42nd Midwestern Regional Conference of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., April 16-18. A paper and aluminium can collection and sale project last fall were fund-raising projects. Further plans include assistance to a handicapped child; a gift to the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Stork's Nest; attending church together; the study of parliamentary procedure; discussions; work with children and social affairs. The Archonettes sponsor is Mrs. Evelyn Townsend. Co-sponsors are Mrs. Phyllis White and Mrs. Darsie Clark.

Pacific Region California Theta Iota Zeta Chapter: Altadena

Finer Womanhood Observance In Memory of Soror Ruthi McNealy Dailey

Seated left to right: Sorors Shirlee Getahun, Dorothy Davies, and Martha Watson. Standing left to right: Esther Moore, Ruth Johnson, Joyce Davis, Brenda Allmond, Nancy Quishenberry, Basileus; Henrietta Devine, Ethel Turner, and Sandra Clemons.

The Theta Iota Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. of Altadena, California held its Finer Womanhood Observance in memory of its late Soror Ruthi McNealy Dailey, a charter member, in the beautiful home and grounds of the Quisgenberrys' at the foot of the mountains in Altadena. Among the honorees were Eleanor Blackshear-in the field of Religion; Callie Miller Torrence, Health Services; Dr. Joshephien Yelder, Education; Louise Fields Cummings, Theatre Arts. Scholarships awards went to Brice Dailey, USC; Walter Johnson, University of Southern Mississippi; Sharon Pennix, Cal Arts in Valencia and Lyle Quishenberry, Wiley College. Participating in the program were Sorors Nancy Quishenberry, Basileus, and Henrietta Devine, Ruth Johnson, Ethel Turner, Martha Watson, Brenda Allmond. Music by Carmon Bradford, a pledge. Among the Greeks present were Mamye Sweeney and Lettye Young of the L.A. Zetas; Ms. Ora Brown and Yvonne Mclin of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Omegas present: Dr. Thigpen, of Crenshaw Methodist Church, Harold Willard, Nelson Talbert and Bennie Mclin along with their brother and host Eugene Quisenberry.

Left to ri~ht: Callie Miller Torrence, Health Services; Nancy Qulshenberry. Basileus; Louise Fields Cummings, Theater Arts; and Eleanor Blackshoe, Religion.

Rose C. Randle President, Zeta Amicae Auxiliary to keep her busy, namely: she is a member and an usher of the North Oakland Missionary Baptist Church, Oakland, California; a past Worthy Matron and active member of Regina Chapter #67, Order of Eastern Star, PHRA; First Vice President of Omega Toastmistress Club; ITC and Presiding President of Zeta Amlcae Auxiliary, Epsilon Phi Zeta & Iota Delta Zeta Chapters of East Bay, California. Keeping in mind these thoughts she quotes from some of her retirement cards: "Cherish your yesterdays, dream your tomorrows but live your todays" and "Nothing should be prized more highly than the value of each day." She says with God's help she knows she will enjoy her retirement.

"All of my working life has been here at the Oakland Army Base and I feel good about that," related Rose Randle with excitement and delight. Randle retired on January 9, 1981 with a total of 34 years and 5 months of federal government service. At a luncheon in her honor at the elegant Farmer Restaurant in Oakland, she stated, "I enjoyed my working years. I had some very interesting experiences but I feel I am a better person because of them." Randle has begun a volunteer project of which she is very proud and feels it will be most rewarding. It is called Senior Rights Assistance. This project is to help the elderly with their legal problems. Besides this project, Randle has other activities 58

Pacific Region Loyola Marymount University: Nu Epsilon Chapter The Nu Epsilon Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. located at Loyola Marymount University in Westchester, California is proud to announce the crossing of their fall pledge class. Various members of this line will be involved in reactivating the Delta Zeta chapter of California State University at Long Beach and also in forming a charter line at California State University in Northridge. Nu Epsilon chapter was also responsible for crossing eight of the thirteen approved new Sorors pledged in the Pacific Region last spring.

Sorors of Seattle, Washington celebrate Finer Womanhood week. From left to right: Soror Lena Hayes, Francis Cal, W. Patterson, Odell Jones and Alma R. Gentry.

For Your Information ... Hoskins is Basileus and Soror Dr. Amanda Blount is Regional Marshal. Pacific Regional Director is Soror Juanita Simmons and California State Director is Martha McHenry.

Reactivation of Gamma Beta 1976-1981 L-R orors: Frederick, Washington, Gray, Washington, ohee, and Roberts.

The Pacific Regional Conference was held In Las Vegas, Nevada June 25th through 27th of 1981. Theta Omicron Zeta was the host chapter; Soror Jewel

ABOUT OUR REGIONAL DIRECTOR Soror Juanita and spouse, Sigma Brother Alfred Simmons, recently coordinated the National Council of Negro Women's "Mary McLeod Bethune Recognition Dinner." The event was held at the San Francisco Hilton Hotel's Imperial Ballroom with five hundred people in attendance. Eighty-four achievers and life members were presented their awards; Soror Simmons was a one thousand dollar achiever. The total effort grossed twenty-three thousand dollars. For their efforts they were presented a plaque "in appreciation for outstanding service" by the General Committee of Northern California Sections NCNW. Berkeley Mayor Gus Newport 59

presented each with an "Outstanding Citizen Award". Mayors of eight cities issued proclamations, as did the California Legislature. Epsilon Phi Zeta Chapter, an affiliate of NCNW, purchased a table for ten. Sorors in attendance included: Soror Allean Spaulding James, Basileus; Sorors Mary R. Powell, Mabel Avril, Naomi Bailey, Daisy Simmons, Loreeta Earl, Irma Evans, Dr. Charlotte Chambliss, Lezinka Cooper, Murdis Glover, Loyce Baker, and Soror Beatrice Manuel who served as treasurer for Bethune Recognition Program. Soror Simmons was initiated into Phi Delta Kappa, a professional educational fraternity, in December 1980; in January 1981 she received an "Appreciation Award" from Epsilon Phi Zeta and shared a Sigma-Zeta Family Appreciation Award, given by Gamma Phi Sigma Chapter, with Sigmas Alfred Simmons Sr. and Alfred Jr. and Zeta Daisy.

South Central Region Alabama Beta Upsilon Zeta Chapter: Dothan Beta Upsilon Zeta Chapter culminated its Finer Womanhood Observance with a Luncheon on Sunday, March 8, 1981 at the Sheraton Inn. Soror Ida B. King, Chairman, National Executive Board, Emeritus, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., was the Keynote speaker. Awards and Citations were presented to several community women and youths. Honorees were: Woman of the Year: Mrs. Rheuthelia Jones, Coordinator and Demonstrating Teacher for the Abbeville Elementary Schools in Music. Zeta of the Year: Soror Adelaide Burkett, Retired teacher of the Dothan City Schools.

Archonette of the Year: Miss Desa Rea Johnson, who is an honor student at Dothan High School. Amica of the Year: Mrs. Mary Kinsey, of Dothan, Alabama. Citizen of the Year: George Williams, a retired army officer of Dothan, Alabama. Sorors Susie Dumas and Gussie McMillon, past Basilei of the chapter and both charter members, received awards at the Luncheon for seventy years of service with the chapter. Soror Anne D. Hayden is Basileus of the chapter. Soror Minnie Trotman, past Zeta of the Year, was Luncheon Chairperson.

Kappa Delta Zeta: Fairfax The Kappa Delta Zeta Chapter received its Charter, Friday, March 28, 1980 at the Rehabeth Baptist Church, Fairfax, Alabama. Soror Ruth Mosely, the South Central Regional Director, presented the Charter and highlighted the program with inspir=tional remarks. Members and Officers are: Sorors Lola Wilkes, Basileus; Lillie Bowman, 1st AntiBasileus; Eleanor Johnson, 2nd Anti-Basileus; Betty Brody, Grammateus; Armentha Hanis, Tamias; Essie Sanders,

Phylacter; Sadie Lawson and Mary Roberts, Epistoleus. The Chapter observed Founder's Day on January 18, 1981 at the Powell Chapel United Methodist Church, LaFayette, Alabama. Theme for the program was "Zeta Phi Beta: Pioneers In Community Outreach Services". Speaker for this occasion was Soror Phreddye Broome, Basileus of Theta Xi Zeta Chapter of La Grange, Georgia. Soror Mary L. Roberts was recognized as being the Local Organizer.

Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter: Montgomery Salutes Soror Mary McCall

Mary McCall teaches David Ring. Johnny WilIiams ls in the foreground.

October 24, 1967 began as a normal day for the enthusiastic and, seemingly, healthy teacher. She was ready to take her class to lunch about 12:45 p.m. when, suddenly, she felt very dizzy, became sick to her stomach and heard "sounds like thunder." Fifteen minutes later, she was deaf. That was the last time she heard a sound. That was her last day as a public school teacher. Soror McCall's condition was diagnosed as Meniere's syndrome, a disease of the inner ear characterized by deafness, vertigo and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). "At this time I had no idea where to turn," she says. After three months of what she calls "anguish and distress," Soror McCall went to the Cen tral Alabama Rehabilitation Center in Montgomery, Alabama for six months of counseling. Even though she had a B.S. degree from Alabama State College in

Montgomery, Alabama, she could not teach, so she trained to be a keypunch operator. But the machine vibration, coupled with extreme head noises (an effect of deafness), made the job unbearable. She entered the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in 1973 and, with the help of notetakers, earned a master's degree in deaf education. "I did not know sign language and was not receptive to learning it. After five months at the University, I knew I wanted to devote the rest of my life to teaching the deaf," she says. Soror McCall taught herself lip reading and studied basic sign language. In January, 1975, she was employed as a teacher of the deaf at the Alabama School for the Deaf in Talledega, Alabama. 1 Ier wonderful students there finished teaching her sign languag . For the next three years sh was able to com municate with the deaf.

South Central Region Soror McCall is now a rehabilitation teacher at the Montgomery Center for the Deaf, Montgomery, Alabama where she provides educational services to the deaf and hard-of-hearing. She teaches speed reading, gives auditory and speech training, develops receptive and

expressive language skills, tutors in math, reading and spelling, and helps with career orientation. Sorer McCall was recognized in 1980 by the Capital Pilot Club as its Handicapped Professional Woman of the Year, and placed third in statewide com-

petition for the award. "I do not look upon my deafness as a handicap. Deafness is a tremendous inconvenience but with it, one can still enjoy an uninhibited, rewarding life," says Sorer McCall. "God has been my ears for all these years."

Alpha Xi Zeta Chapter: Tuskegee, Alabama Zetas Observe "Finer Womanhood Week" celebrated the opening of the international annual "Finer Womanhood Week" and renewed its pledge of rededication at the Greenwood Missionary Baptist Church. On the 2nd Sunday in March, Zetas worshipped at the Washington Chapel AME Church. Alpha Xi Zeta Chapter is proud to pay tributes to two of its members, Sorer Ora Manning for being appointed to the position of Superintendent of the Macon County School System, and Soror Willie D. Bentley who was honored in the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Tuskegee Gerrymander Decision by the Tuskegee Civic Association. A special "GetTogether" with the honored sorors was held at the home of Sorer Carolyn Manning. Seated, left to right: Sorors Lillie B. Hall, Jessie K Crawford, Basileus; Harriet C. Montgomery, Ora Manning, Bessie H. Gresham, Catherine Sullins, Willie D. Bentley, Annie Bascomb and Johnnie R. Barnett.

' During the last week in February, Alpha Xi Zeta Graduate Chapter, along with Tuskegee Institute Theta Beta Chapter,

Awards

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's Twenty-Second Debutante Presentation

Jocq'ueline Griffin, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Sylvester Griffin, was crowned "1980 Debutante of the Year." Miss Griffin received a scholarship and a certificate of achievement. First Alternate, Rochelle Smith, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Jay Smith, received a scholarship and a certificate. Second Alternate, Jonora Reed, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Reed, received a scholarship and a certificate. Honorable Mentions: Rhonda Grace, Corliss Austin, Trease Magee, Wanda West, Pamela Williams, Debra Glover, and Sheree Currie, each received a certificate. Other participants were Jacqueline Alexander, Jennie Banks, Brenda Bilbrew, Adraine C. Blue, Christy Bouldin, Teresa Bouldin, Krystal Bracey, Angela Bradford, Vivian Brown, Rhonda Cooper, Julie Dixon, Sherry G. Gooden, Linda Gooden, Mable Farish, Sonja N. Haley, Mary L. Hollis, Ethel Holyfield, Tammy Horton, Melaine Howard, Angela Johnson, Jerinda Lewis, Robbie Lewis, Felicia Littleton, Evalette Martin, Zina L. Martin, LaWander McCollum, Barbara Moncure, Lynette P. Mclaurin, Carol Price, Arnita Randolph, Linda Robinson, Monica Stewart, Hazel Evette Stokes, Tonya Strong, Venetria Bingham Short, Vicki Sutton, Penny E. Torrey, Becky Williams, Yolanda D. Williamson, Tracey Wimberly, Jennifer Young, Alicia Smith, and Vida Michel Tillman.

Mrs. Earnestine Hubbard, General Debutante Chairperson, described the 1980 Debutante Presentation as crossing the threshold from childhood to womanhood. This major step was recently taken by the 54 debutantes of Zeta Phi Beta orority, Inc. during the Debutante Ball. The purpose of the ball is to informally introduce young ladies to th realm of finer womanhood. According to many of the young ladies, preparing for the cotillion was almost as exciting as the presentation itself. Between charm clinics, rehearsals, parties, and school work there was always something exciting to do. This year's pres ntation was dedicated to the memory of the I te Mrs. lar Al xander Jackson, organizer of Alpha D lta Zeta h pier's first cotillion. otillion Oirectr sses for this year's presentation were Mrs. Tommie t wart and Mrs. Beverly Br nson, both members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. lmmediat ly following the cotillion a rec ptlon and dance were h Id in honor of th d butantes. bl

South Central Region Iota Eta Chapter, University of Alabama Goals & Objectives of 1980-81 Objectives

Goals Juvenile Court System of Tuscaloosa County-Big Sisters-10/80 thru 5/81 (annual) Blood Drive- The University of Alabama March of 1981 Thanksgiving Basket Donation November 17, 1980 (annual) Gong Show-Fund Raiser February 5, 1981 Awards Banquet-Sorors & Guests April 17, 1981

Baby Shower-Christmas December 25, 1980 (annual) Easter Egg Hunt April 19, 1981 Halloween Party-Camp Partlow October 31, 1980 {annual)

To share skills in the areas of Sports, Cooking, Sewing, Craft, etc. Also, to give counseling and guidance on various problems an individual may have (within soror's own ability). To be that person in which an individual can learn to depend on for love and understanding. To work with the Red Cross to coordinate and assist numerous blood drives held on campus. To deliver one large basket of groceries (canned goods, boxed food, & bottled goods) to a deprived family in the Tuscaloosa community exemplifying sincere love and thoughtfulness of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority to mankind. To provide students and surrounding community the opportunity to compete for a $100 1st place prize, $50 second prize, and a third prize trophy by displaying their various talents. To show appreciation and give recognition to Sorors who have displayed outstanding and overall, above duty services to the progressiveness of Iota Eta Chapter. Also, to relax and socially enjoy ourselves together as true sisters of Zeta. To surprisingly give the mother of the very first baby to be born on Christmas morning a shower at the West Alabama General Hospital. Coverage in Tuscaloosa News will follow. To allow other Greeks (Pan Greek Council) to participate in sponsoring and supplying eggs for children of the Tuscaloosa community. To donate our time and energy, games, prizes, goodies, in expressing our love and concern for the residents of Partlow Mental Health School. To bring joy and happiness and to leave a Big Smile on their faces.

Zeta Amicae of Tuskegee

This group was reactivated in November, 1979. At present there are 12 active members. The officers are: Mrs. Hattie King, President; Mrs. Marguerite H. Merchant, Vice-President; Mrs. Patricia T. Young, Secretary; Mrs. Annie M. Boswell, Asst. Secretary; Mrs. Velma R. King, Treasurer; and Mrs. Jeanette Higgins, Chaplin. We have been very active since we have been reactivated. We have had one successful fund raising project. We have participated in the following meetings and activities: Tuskegee Finer Womanhood Banquet, the 60th Annual Boule in Memphis, Tenn., the State Meeting which was held in Montgomery on November 22, 1980 and the local chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Christmas Party.

Making plans for the new year are -reading from left to right - Seated: Velma King, Hattie King. and Maudry Williams {one of the advisors). Standing is Annie M. Boswell.

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South Central Region Alpha Mu Zeta Chapter Little Rock, Arkansas

This is a tribute written to Gerald Kelly on his appreciation program given by the young Adult Choir of the New Hope Baptist Church, NLR, Arkansas, Pastor, Don A. Kelly. This was written by his mother, Mrs. Emma Kelly Rhodes, on December 31, 1979. It is hoped other mothers will share this with their sons and find helpful strengths in the message contained.

MY GIFT TO YOU-#1 Son Mrs. Emma Kelly Rhodes

Alpha Mu Zeta Chapter, Little Rock, Arkansas concluded its "Finer Womanhood Week" celebration by worshipping at First Baptist Church, Highland Park. Our Amicae auxiliary worshipped with us. A plaque was presented to Charles Bussey, city board member and vice mayor of Little Rock, Ark., and Mr. Jeffrey Hawkins, organizer of the East End Civic League and a member of the Pulaski County Quorum Court. Bussey was honored specifically for promoting the Junior Deputy Sheriffs and Sheriffettes program. Hawkins was also recognized for civlc and community service. Soror Emma Kelly Rhodes, who ls presently studying for Doctorate degree at the University of Arkansas, received copyrights on a paperback published May, 1979, entitled "Serving God Pays Off Now" and a poem entitled, "My Gift To You, #l Son." Our Annual Brunch M'Lady was held May 2, 1981. This was our scholarship project and three scholarships were presented. One was given to a Tau Philander chapter soror, one to a Xi Theta (UALR) soror and one to a student at Baptist College.

Dear Son #l-Be smart and be wise, please don't listen to the Devil's jive. King Solomon, in the book of Proverbs has said, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction." Dear Son #l-lf sinners entice thee, consent thou not For they will cheat you, they will kill you If you are caught in their plot Envy thou not-the oppressor And choose none of his ways If you want to find peace And live for long days Dear Son #l-The lips of a strange woman drop as an honeycomb And her mouth is smoother than oil Her feet go down to death, and her steps take hold on hell And, if you are-deceived thereby She will drown your soul In the depths of her Hell Now, don't you get caught up In your own selfish fame For when pride cometh Soon after come shame You see, Son, there is a way Which seemeth right unto man But you can only make it If you're held in God's Hand So, Son #l-please accept my gift More valuable than gold For the word of God Is true If you will only take heed and live thereby God will ever be close to you Lov you, From #l Mama to #l Son 63

South Central Region Mississippi Theta Pi Zeta Chapter: Itta Bena Annual Debutante Pageant Theta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. presented 21 lovely and captivating debutantes at Zeta's Seventh Annual Debutante Pageant, sponsored as the Sorority's Scholarship Project. The gala affair was successfully and dramatically climaxed at the Mississippi Valley State University's Health and Physical Education Recreation Center. Prior to the pagent, debutantes participated in activities at the "Zeta Deb Season", a period from March to October, when the debs engaged in many cultural, intellectual, and social activities designed to develop finer young women. The highlight of the pageant was the crowning of Miss Zeta Deb, Pamela Denise Coleman, the beautiful and talented daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Coleman of Itta Bena, Mississippi. She was gallantly escorted by Gregory Jackson, and her sponsor was Soror Henri Etta Lowe of Itta Bena, Mississippi. •I

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Her Majesty's Court consisted of four vivacious and charm· ing young ladies, who exemplified the ideals of finer young woman. The Court is left, fourth Princess Alberta Diahann Flowers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Flowers Sr. of Greenwood, sponsored by member Bobbie Wicks; first Princess, Shelkela Ann Stansberry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Stansberry of North Carrollton, sponsored by member Laura Davis; Queen Pamela Denise Coleman; Second Princess, Regina Felecia Sanders, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gariner Sanders Sr. of Greenwood, sponsored by member, the late Alfaye Townsend; and Third Princess, Jacqueline Marie Cooper, granddaughter of Mrs. Will Ella Cooper of Greenwood, sponsored by member Melba Copeland.

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South Central Region University of Tennessee Delta Iota: Martin New on the Blue and White scene at the University of Tennessee at Martin in Martin, T n., is Delta Iota, which was granted its charter in January of 1979. Since entering into the Southern Central Region, Delta Iota has had twenty-three sorors to cross. Under the leadership of its Basileus, Soror Angela Jones, and Advisor, Soror Anne Brown, Delta Iola has started numerous annual projects. For instance, in November, 1980, it held Its First Annual Kid's World In which was raised $200 which went to the Easter Seal Center in Martin Tn. ' Delta Iota feels that there's a lot to do in the Martin community and plans to do their share. Delta Iota has been scheduled to work with the Special Olympics as well as working in the Easter S al Center, nursing home and hospital In the Martin community. Activities on the UT Martin campus this spring were, First Annual Mr. ZOB Pageant, S cond Annual Big Brother-Little Sister Game Show. First Annu I All Greek Pledgee Basketball Tourney (for pledgees to let off steam), First Annual Zeta/Sigma All Night Bar-B-Que (special guests: archonians and crescents) and the Annual Blue and White Picnic. B ing the creative chapter that she is, Delta Iota came up with Its own call not long after gaining chart r. Th call ls "Kitty, Killy, Kitty!" which Is said very quickly in extr mely high optimum. As for awards. Delta Iota won First Place in the 1979 and 1980 Gre k Shows sponsor d by AKA at UT Martin, and won the title of "Queen Steppers of the Southern R glon" at the Annual Black Expo held in Nashville, T n. in April, 1980. Along with the obj ctiv s of the sorority as a who\ , high on Delta Iota's list Is maintaining a very sp cial r lallonship with Broth rs of Phi Beta Sigma, Kappa Omicron hapter at UT Martin. Delta Iota and K,,ppa Omicron have worked hard lo make sure that th 'only Iru brothers and sisters' stay true broth rs and sisters. Th y've learn >d to lean on each oth r not b cau th y have to. but b caus th y w, nt to. To show their unlly on the UT Martin campus, Delta Iota and Kappa Omicron pulled forces togeth rand during th week of Jan. 917, 1981 th 'Y held their First Annual Zeta Phi B ta Sigma W k, using as their th me: "Wh n You've R ally Got It All Tog ther " Delta Iota feels that becsus of this week, th y hav grown a lot closer to th Broth ers of K ppa Omicron. and feels that th re is now a bond b stw en th ,m that will b v ry hard to break. o ke 'P your ey '5 on l elta Iota. They're on th move striving for that som thing that every woman hould stnve for "Hner Womanhood"

Bits & Bites Theta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., in observance of Finer Womanhood Week, anticipated in the following activities during February 23 through March 1, 1981. A Variety Show was held at Mississippi Valley State University's H.G. Carpenter Auditorium on Monday, February 23. Over 23 talented participants performed in the areas of instrumental, singing, and creative dance, for a very appreciative audience. On Tuesday and Thursday each soror was asked to do at least five (5) good deeds in the community. On Wednesday sorors were asked to wear blue and white and have lunch and/or dinner with another soror. Friday was designated as a Memorial Day for a deceased soror (Soror Alfaye Smith Townsend). Sorors were asked to wear black with a red ribbon. Workshop, Rededication service, and Memorial service were held on Saturday. Activities were planned and carried on by members of the graduate and undergraduate chapters. The observance of "Finer Womanhood Week" has climaxed with all sorors attending church together on Sunday. Sorors wore black with blue and white. Scholarships of varying amounts are awarded to deserving young women toward their entrance into a college or university of their choice. Receiving scholarships for 1980 were Connie Spells in attendance at Mississippi State University, and Mary Jones in attendance at Mississippi Valley State University. Soror Amad Elizy was appointed to the Gr enwood Public School Board of Education (Greenwood, Ms.) in October, 1980. Soror Henri Etta Lowe was appointed s outh Central Regional Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Through the Grace of God, dynamic leadership, hard work, and love for Zeta, Sorors of Theta Pi Zeta Chapter successfully climax a most rewarding and gratifying year.

Theta Pi Zeta Chapter Annual Donation to the Leflare County (Greenwood. Ms.) Boys Club.

Theta Pi Zeta Chapter is a non-profit organization and strives diligently to fulfill Zeta's ideals of Finer Womanhood, Scholarship and service in the surrounding area and state. Members of the Sorority joined with the Salvation Army in its effort to distribute and contribute toys, food, and clothing to needy families in the Greenwood area during the 1980 Christmas holidays. Other donations and contributions for 1980-81 included substantial amounts to such organizations as The Boys Club of Leflare County, Dr. Martin Luther King Fund, Mississippi State Hospital, Christmas Party and gifts for Special Education Children NAACP, Miss Black Teenage, and to many othe; local organizalions.

Pi Zeta Chapter: Nashville Pi Zeta sponsored its "Jaunty, Jovial and Jazzy", Blue Revue recently and awarded scholarships to the following contestants: Miss Melodye Trammel, 1st place$500; Miss Maxine Johnson, 2nd place -$300; and Miss Carole D. Strong3rd place $200. In addition, Mason's School of Business was awarded $200. Th Fisk Jazz Ensemble was featured, and the affair was held in the Kresge

South Central Region Building of Meharry Medical College. "Finer Womanhood Week" was observed with a Luncheon, culminating a week of activities. Highlighting the luncheon program were plaques awarded to five sorors for dedicated service to the organization along with Persephone Awards granted to six other sorors. The sorors receiving awards for dedicated service were as follows: Sorors Lillie Ewing, Elizabeth Backus, M.D., Tennie McGill, Jimmie Kimbrough and Jennie Lee. The recipients of the Persephone Awards were Sorors Lillian Barbour, Novella Bass, Agnes Hayes, Betty Jordan, Beatrice Pendergrass and Lucinda Walston.

Stork's Nest The first Stork's Nest in the State of Tennessee was organized by Pi Zeta Chapter in the Spring of 1978; it consequently received city-wide honor and national recognition from the Zeta Phi Beta National Convention and the March of Dimes Foundation. The Stork's Nest is accessible to the public every day of the week by appointment, except Saturdays, when the Nest is open one-half day. The Stork's Nest is presently located in the Washington Junior High School Building on 24th Avenue, North. Sorors instrumental in supplying furnishings, supplies and labor for the Nest are as follows: Sorors Lucinda Walston, Assistant and Coordinator; Glodean McCall; Mackie Driver; Melba Lanier; Peggy Bryant, Social Worker; Dr. Elizabeth Backus, Social Worker; Marie Farley, Social Worker and Sadie Madry, organizer. Each soror was asked to make contributions to the Nest-and responded overwhelmingly. The present Director of the Stork's Nest is Soror Tennie McGill, and working with her are Sorors Lucinda Walston, Co-Director; Ossie Trammel, Treasurer & Business Manager; Marie Farley, Social Worker; Dr. Elizabeth Backus, Social Worker; Sadie Madry, Organizer and Veonie McKinnie, Basileus.

Newly inducted sorors into Pi Zeta include Sorors Sandra Aberhardt, Olivia Fitzgerald, Janice Hayslett, Frankie Holmes and Frances Reed, which boasts a total of 45 active sorors. At least 8 of this group were reactivated into the organization.

Accomplishments of Individual Sorors Soror Andrea Lee, Epistoleus, was awarded the Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Detroit. She is currently practicing law and is an assistant Public Defendant in Davidson County, Nashville, Tennessee. Soror Veonie McKinnie, Baselius, has recently been promoted to the Director of Business Services at Fisk University. Soror Peggy Bryant has been pro· mated to the Assistant Director of Metropolitan Development Housing Agency. Soror Helen Adams has been promoted to the position of Registrar at Fisk University. Pi Zeta is currently putting forth a concentrated effort to produce a presentation of "Babes in Blue". This affair will take place at the Women's Building located at Tennessee State University, April 26th at 4:00 p.m. It promises to be another of the best fund raising projects, sponsored for scholarship funds to benefit worthy and deserving students in this area.

Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter Memphis, Tennessee In the "Year of the Disabled" it was appropriate for the chapter to honor a request from the Circuit Theatre Playhouse to assist Vickie Edwards, an at tractive and talented young woman. The $ 100 donation helped to defray the contestant's expenses to the June Tennessee Conference for the Deaf in ashville. 6b

A distinction has come to Soror Loretta H. Kateo, who has been listed in the 1981-1982 Twelfth Edition of "Who's Who of American Women". She has demonstrated outstanding achievement in the field of Social Work. Soror Rosie P. Robinson, a teacher at Graves Elementary School, is one of two blacks on the Board of Directors-Uber· tyland, a Memphis theme Amusement Park. Four $500 scholarship grants have been awarded honor graduates, Andrea Pryor of Central, who won the "Miss Cinderella" title; Toni Holman of Hamilton, A "Miss Cinderella" contestant; Karen Howard of B. T. Washington and Margaret Hayes of Memphis Tech. Soror Celia Chaplin, an avid gardener and plant lover, had her beautiful azaleas color photographed in the April 17th edition of the Memphis PressScimitor. She is now retired from the classroom and has time for her many Garden Club activities. "The House By The Side Of The Road," set to music by the late Soror Lela P. Rhinehardt, is now copyrighted, through the efforts of Soror Rosetta H. Peterson, Zeta Ensemble Director. Soror Bernice A E. Callaway, a YvJCA Life Member and ardent Sarah Brown branch supporter, served as the 1981 Membership Drive chairperson and was recently reelected Secretary of the Committee On Administration.

Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter Projects And Observances Sorors and their guests frolicked at the December Cinderella Stardust Ball at the Rivermont with the swinging Eminence playing for dancing. It was a splendid way to usher in the Christmas season with the beautifully decorated blue and white motif. The formal Blue Revue presentation provided funds for the chapter's projects including $500 to the NAACP for its Golden Heritage membership, $500 to the NNCF, and $1,000 to the Memphis City Schools for

South Central Region its Eyeglass Project in Title I schools. The Basileus, Soror Rutha D. Pegues, made the presentations. Andrea Pryor, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Eddie L. Pryor and an Archonette won the title of "Miss Cinderella". Ru~nersup were Elaine Richardson Mimi Ricard, Stephanie Brooks and Carolyn Cowan. Andrea Harvey was chosen "Miss Congeniality". Ball chairpersons were Sorors Elsie Malunda and Alfreda Seymour, ably assisted by several committees. The Veteran's Administration Hospital project has continued over a period of years and is now chaired by Soror Rosetta H. Peterson. Sorors play Bingo, award prizes and serve refreshments to the patients on Ward 13 South. The chapter has been cited for this long term service project. The Founders' Day Program, chaired by Soror Evelyn J. Carter, was observed during the January meeting honoring the chapter founders. Four of the nine founders are living and were presented lovely green plants. They are Sorors Carlotta Stewart Watson, Pyttee S. Bolden, Winnie Foster Hill and Elmyra J. Williams. The Chapter was founded in April, 1939. Finer Womanhood Month Observance during March featured a variety of activities, chaired by Soror Rosa P. Robinson. Highlights were Repledge Services, held during the regular monthly meeting; Worship Services at Friendship Baptist Church, with Brother WA Suggs, minister and Soror Cornelia T. Suggs; the Fashion-Brunch honoring the Zeta Amicae, Mrs. Della Robinson president, with und rgraduate and Archonette participation; and the Card Shower remembering shut In sorors. The chapter entertained the South western Regional Conf rence of Phi Beta igma Fraternity, Inc. with a Wine and hees Party, at the Hyatt Regency, pr c ding the Public Program, Friday, April 3. oror Roxie P. Ball and her committe w re v ry busy serving as host sses in th luxurious suite.

Soror News Bits Soror Rutha D. Pegues, Regional Grammateus, and Soror Rosa H Sias, Regional Director of Amicae Affairs, attended the January South Central Board Meeting in Greenwood, Ms. Reports indicated that it was a very informative and well-planned meeting. It was evident that Regional Director Lowe (Henri Etta) was prepared and enthusiastic about moving South Central Region to its rightful place in Zetadom. For the Fifth Annual NAACP Freedom Fund Dinner in March at the Riverrnont, Soror Bernice A.E. Callaway, State Director-Tennessee and Honorary Chairperson-Greeks, succeeded in filling a second table of 10 for Alpha Eta Zeta. This was the largest attendance ever with more than 1800 persons. The cost was only $70 per person, which included a $50 payment on Life Membership or Golden Heritage. Through her efforts, the Carlotta Watson Scholarship Fund was set up to aid deserving B.T. Washington High School students in vocational study. Soror Watson was the first qualified guidance counselor in the Memphis City Schools, the position from which she retired in 1972. She is now director of the Mt. Pisgah CME Church Day Care Center, where the Carlotta Watson Fellowship Hall is named in her honor. Sor. Mauddean T. Seward has recent· ly authored a book, "Heavenly MenuEat this Roll". She was inspired to write it after finding some notes of her late husband, Dr. John H Seward, Baptist minister and dentist. Soror Rosetta H. Peterson works closely with Friends of the Orpheum, a group interested in promoting events and restoring this landmark in the downtown Beale Starret area. Orchids to Soror Helen W. Waterford former Basileus, who after a long period of inactivity, reported more than $3,000 for th December 1980 Cinderella Ball. 67

A recent blessed event merited showers of gifts for Soror Charlotte G. Pryor and her cute baby girl-a future Zeta.

Soror O'Neal C. Holley has been ordained in the AME Church, after having retired from Porter Jr. High School as a guidance counselor.

Soror Lillian W. Stokes, Grammateus, is getting attention from a television commercial made for the company from which she purchased her new Buick. There is uncertainty about the royalties, but here's hoping. Soror Bernice A.E. Callaway, Antapokritis, has joined Soror Zana R. Ward as the second Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women in the Memphis Section. Soror Ward has served as the long time president and is a Board member of WICS whose program prepares volunteers t~ screen young women applicants for Job Corps.

Soror Loretta H Kateo is busily engaged in family counseling in the community as part of the Family Service of Memphis program. She is directing the Outreach Services for the Boxtown area an impoverished, predominately black south Memphis section. Soror Kateo was the 1980 Boule Marshal and a former chapter Basileus.

Soror Rutha D. Pegues, Chapter Basileus, is Director of the Young People's Division of the Women's Missionary Society of the AME Church of the West Tennessee Conference. She is Project Director of PEACH, a program for early mentally retarded children. She is also chairman of MARK House for mentally retarded adults and helps supervise their activities.

Southeastern Region Florida: Miami Soror Dorothy E. Jenkins Field

Soror Dorothy J. Fields is the founder and director of the Black Archives, History and Reseach Foundation of South Florida, Incorporated, in Miami, Florida. As archivest-curator, Soror Fields organizes, processes and maintains collections; supervises staff and volunteers; and operates the Black Archives offices, located in the Caleb Community Center, in the center of the black communities. This Archives area serves to inform school children and adults about

the black experience of the Miami-Dade area. This is the first known community archives in the Southeast region of the United States. Married to Eddie L. Fields, Esq., tax attorney, Soror Fields has two daughters, Katherine Letitia and Edda Leenise Fields. Soror Fields received her undergraduate degree from Spelman College, and served as an exchange student to Smith College, Northhampton, Mass., during her senior year. In 1974 she received the Master of Arts degree from the University of Northern Colorado. She completed certification requirements in Archives Administration from Emory University in 1977. Currently, Soror Fields is a doctoral student in Public Administration at Nova University. In addition to directing the research, writing and publication of booklets, flyers and display items, Soror Fields compiled information for a local history

film entitled: Miami, The Magic City, written by historian Arva Moore Parks and narrated by actor Joseph Cotton. The film features black history from 1926 to 1980 in the Dade County area, as well as history of the general public. In addition to membership in Beta Tau Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Soror Fields is a member of the Minority Committee, Metro-Dade Council of Arts and Sciences; Jack & Jill of America; Church of the Incarnation; Board Member of School Volunteer Program and United Family & Children's Services. Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History; Dade Heritage Trust, Inc.; HERSTORY of Dade County, Inc.; Historical Association of Southern Florida; Society of American Archivists; American Association of University Women; Board Member, Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida, Inc. Author of "Cultural Heritage Series," 1976 and "Reflections on Black History," 1974.

The Archonettes: Beta Tau Zeta Chapter Talent in Action

The ARCHONETTES of Beta Tau Zeta Chapter, Miami, Florida presented a special Blue Revue of talent February 27. The annual Cotillion featuring senior class girls was held in April, 1981. Thirty-two girls were presented. Junior class girls served as hostesses at the event and tenth grade girls also participated in the service.

A joyous occasion - Parents and Archonettes visit the senior citizens home for a Thanksgiving singalong. basket of cheer and Impromptu drama.

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Cindy Talbot and Judy Johnson let a little music into the air.

Jean Hargrove plays and enjoys her music.

Worship service with ARCHONETTES and their parents

Outstanding Archonettes

Sherry Bullard

Pamela Barry

Selena Dukes

Nina Lindsey

Danette Smith

Southeastern Region Profiles YVONNE DAMES-1981 finalist in National Achievement Scholarship; Who's Who Among American High School students; One of 18 outstanding seniors chosen to be honored in the "Mirror" section of the high school Yearbook; Third place-Spanish II Orals in 1979 Dade County Youth Fair; Second place-NAACP 1980 ACT-SO Competition-Original Essay; Secretary of the Afro-American Assembly; member of Thespians; Superintendent of Sunday School and pianist for the Sunday School. Ambition to be a child psychologist. Daughter of Mr./Mrs. Nathaniel Dames (Soror Verneka Dames, mother).

SHERRIE BULLARD-Who's Who Among American High School students; semi-finalist in National Achievement Program for Outstanding Blacks; first place in high school oratorical contest; first place in poetry contest, most outstanding in social studies in 10th and 11th grades. Ambition to become a researcher in science and related fields. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome A. Bullard. Niece of Soror Marietta Bullard.

Archonettes Activities Archonettes addressed Christmas cards and mailed them to senior citizens. Presented a Career Fair-featuring a banker, attorney, journalist, pharmacist, engineer, social worker, gourmet cook, flight attendant, computer scientist, nurse, college placement specialist, director of college admissions, sales representative of a cosmetics company and a student from the local university who is a Zeta on the campus. Charm clinic-featuring cosmeticians, hairdressers, etc. COTILLION-April 4, 1981. Thirty-four girls were presented. Volunteer Service-Pediatrics Ward at Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Ward Senior Citizens Center. Parents' Tea-a tribute to parents. Members of the Archonette Group, Senior Division: Tara Askew, Bridgett Bivens, Ingrid Benson, Pamela Barry, Sherrie Bullard, Leslie Carroll, Marsha Cleare, Stephannie Childress, Yvonne Dames, Paula Davies, Selina Dukes, Sophia Dennis, Alicia Evans, Rose Fuenes, Toni Fletcher, Valarie Harris, Jean Hargrove, Gia Jones, Phyllis Johnson, Alicia King, Nina Lindsey, Carmen Laster, Laura McBane, Stephanie Parpell, Danette Smith, Leslin Stewart, Carla Seniors, Cindy Talbot, Opal Wilson, Judy Johnson, Fronchon Rolle, Sonia Wind, and Apryl Thompson.

Ambition is to be a Certified Public Accountant. Daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Willie J. Hargrove (Soror Irene Hargrove, mother).

DANETTE L. SMITH - Loves sewing, swimming and exercising. Ambition is to become a make-up artist or go into business and marketing. Danette keeps up with all of the latest fads and fashions. Daughter of Soror Gladys H. Johnson.

JEAN HARGROVE-Has participated in the Dade County Superintendent's Honors Orchestra since 1977; All Florida State Orchestra 1980 and 1981; Treasurer of Afro-American Assembly 1979-81 and a member of the Future Business Leaders of America at Miami Beach Senior High; Won a two year scholarship at Miami-Dade summer orchestra sponsored by the Kiwanis Club 1978- 79; Scholarship award from S.D.A. Union Academy; Music award from Florida State University summer music camp in 1980; At present, playing with Carmen Nappo Youth Symphony for young people each Sunday as violinist.

STEPHANIE PERPALL- Model for "A Touch of Class" was Miss Blue Re vue in 1980. Has won sewing and softball awards. Hobbies are modeling and sewing. Ambition is to become an computer operator. Mother: Mrs. Maggie C. Brooks; Father: Mr. Stafford Perpall. Stephanie 1s one of the two students to receive scholastic financial assistance on the college level. Cindy Talbot will be the second student. Special prizes will be given to Sophia Dennis and Jean Hargrove. 70

Southeastern Region Delta Eta Zeta: Ft. Lauderdale The past year spotlighted Delta Eta Zeta's involvement in community affairs. Zeta women extol the naming of the newly constructed two-million dollar multi-purpose building for the late Phi Beta Sigma Brother, Dr. Von D. Mizell. Notables of the city and county government were in attendance to hear the "Keynoter", Honorable Azie Taylor Morton, Former Secretary of the U.S. Treasury, Washington,

D.C. Delta Eta Zeta's Stork's Nest will relocate in the center. Sorors participating in the planning and dedicatory services through Mayor Clay Shaw's (now congressman Shaw) office were Ethel M. Pappy, sister of the honoree; Marjorie A Davis, President of the Dorsey-Riverbend Homeowners Association; Juanita Phillips, member of the City's Community Service Board and District Advisory Board of Broward County School System; and Ellyn F. Walters, President of the Friends of the Von D. Mizell Library.

Sorors plan for their Annual Spring and Finer Womanhood Activities. From left to right: Frances W. Scruggs; Delores Gaddy, chairperson; Hazel C. Scott, Basileus; and Dorothy West.

Sorors gather at the monument on Sistrunk Boulevard, named in honor of Phi Beta Sigma Brother, the late Dr. James F. Sistrunk. These sorors worked through the Assistant City Manager James 0. Hill's office to coordinate the First Historical Festival that drew more than 6,000 people to the boulevard. Black Awareness Programs were presented through song, dance, and exhibits.

oror Juanita C. Phillips, member of the Community ervice Board, revisits one of her pet projects- "Safe Play Ar a" for a low r ntal housing unit. 71

Southeastern Region Eta Nu Zeta Chapter: Opa Locka, Florida Greetings to all Sorors:

Scholarships. We are now giving two scholarships in the name of our deceased founder Pearl Neal. This semester's recipient is Robin Diamond.

Eta Nu Zeta Chapter aims for the stars! We want you to know what is going on in our heavens.

Amicae. Eta Nu Zeta's friends are very active in community affairs. A clock and commercial urn were donated to King Memorial Hospital. Thanksgiving baskets and fruit baskets were given to senior citizens' homes and needy families.

Service projects

RIF. We have again received funding for our RIF program which services disadvantaged youth with books. These are children who do not have access to a public library.

Undergraduates. Iota Alpha Chapter, Florida Memorial Col· lege, is marching to the tune of success. They are reorganizing and revamping their goals and objectives as they anticipate their new sisters in the spring of this year.

Stork's Nest educational component. This new phase of our program has just been dedicated. It is designed to aid and inform unwed mothers of the Carvers' Ranches Area. March of Dimes resource persons are invited in to guide these young people.

Founder's Day. This day was held in Ft. Pierce, Fla. A large representation from our sorority and affiliate group, Amicae, were in attendance. A tribute to all of our local organizers was given followed by a special tribute to organizer Soror Sharon C. Williams. As you can see, we don't try ... we do We don't wish we are We don't think we know These thoughts and activities make us the "most unbelievable" chapter in Zeta.

Foster Family. A cash donation was given during the month of September and December. Haitian Refugees. Toilet articles and clothing have been donated periodically during the year. Youth groups. Archonettes, grades 6-9-A federal grant has been awarded. This will aid in sponsoring a program that will expose youth to various cultures of other countries.

Gamma Tau Zeta: Pensacola Gamma Tau Zeta launched the ob servance of Finer Womanhood period with a series of activities involving the entire Zeta Family. Soror E. Louise Wil Iiams was chairman of Finer Womanhood Observance. Sunday, Feburary 21, Sorors, Amicae, Archonettes. and Archonians wor shipped with Soror Sharon Williams at the Flomaton Baptist Church of which she is a member. Basileus Maude R. Jackson gave the history of national and local chapters. Soror E. Louise Williams presented a loving cup to Soror Silver N. Roberts, Zeta of the Year, and plaques to Friend Maggie Staffold, Amica of the Year, to Mrs. Deborah Allen, Archonian of the Year, and Miss Narthona Foun tain. Archonette of the Year, respective ly.

Hymn time was held at each of the three nursing homes. The patients enjoyed the singing so well that they have requested to make this a special project each month. Family Night was held on Friday night. Zeta Sorors along with their aux iliaries enjoyed a night of fun. Games to include the entire family were played and prizes were given to winners. Family ight has become a permanent activity for Zetas during Finer Womanhood Ob servance. One of the highlights of the Ob servance of Finer Womanhood Week was the prayer breakfast held at the spacious home of Soror Lodie Chestnut. Soror rankie McIntosh elec trifled the sorors as she spoke on the theme: " haring Through Prayer and 72

Meditation." At the conclusion of the breakfast, Sorors entered into the repledge service. Over 200 persons joined with Gamma Tau Zeta Chapter in honoring the Pensacola Auxiliary of Amicae with a Friendship Tea. Certificates of Apprecia lion were awarded the Amicae by the sorority and each Amica was presented a gift from her Zeta Sponsor. The culminating activity of Finer Womanhood Observance was the Cin derella Ball when sixteen lovely young ladies made their debut to society. The Ball was held in the Pensacola Municl pal Ai-ditoriurn. Miss Cinderella re ceived a United States saving bond. Three young ladies were recipients of scholarships totaling over six hundred dollars.

Southeastern Region More than 400 persons joined the Geographical Area IV Graduate Chapters, Gamma Tau Zeta, Alpha Upsilon Zeta, Tau Zeta and Theta Pi Zeta in our first joint Founder's Day Observance. Soror Betty King of Atlanta, Georgia was the dynamic speaker. Soror Eunice Thomas, past Southeastern Regional Director, introduced Soror King. Among many guests were Sorors of Beta Upsilon Zeta Chapter of Dothan, Alabama. Certificats of Appreciation were presented to charter members of the various chapters. Gamma Tau Zeta was there in large numbers. Other interesting projects initiated by Gamma Tau Zeta for this year are: 1. Completed NAACP life membership 2. Tutoring students with reading problems 3. Reactivate Stork's Nest 4. Youth participation in March of Dimes Walkathon

Georgia Beta Omega Chapter: Albany, Georgia Founder's Day Observance Zetas and Sigmas of local chapters in Albany, Georgia shared a joint observance of Founder's Day on Sunday morning, January 11, 1981. Sorors and Sigma Brothers participated in this celebration at the Bethel A.M.E. Church along with the church congregation and many other visiting friends. Soror JoAnn Taylor, Basileus, Beta Omega Chapter, introduced and presented the speaker for the occasion, our Sigma Brother Dr. James Hill of the local chapter. Dr. Hill is a renowned speaker, educator and serves as Chairman of the English Department at Albany State College, Albany, Georgia. Brother Hill expressed gratitude to the founder of our Sister and Brother Greek Letter Organizations and explained the purposes for the establishment of the first known Sister and Brother organizations in this country. The audience was challenged to make significant and profound contributions to our society that will endure and be long remembered and practiced by future generations. We were favored with an inspirational solo by Soror Sharon Taylor, an accomplished soloist and member of the undergraduate chapter at Albany State College.

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Soror Maude R. Jackson has been elected President of Pensacola Chapter of Church Women United, an Ecumenical movement serving churches in Pensacola and surrounding areas. Soror Barbara A White was reelected hairman of the Southeastern Regional Executive Board. Soror White, daughter of oror Dorothy Anderson and mother of Soror Meta White was reelected at the Southeastern Regional Conference held in Columbia, South Carolina, 1980. Soror Carrie Daniels, member of Gamma Tau Zeta Chapter, Pensacola, Florida, Joined the Omega Chapter of 7.. ta last summer. oror Barbara White was honored by Gamma r au Zeta hapter for out st nd ing achievement in the fi Id of educa lion oror Whit received a beautiful place setting of her china.

Georgia Finer Womanhood Week Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter: Atlanta Kappa Iota Zeta Chapter of Atlanta designated the week of February 28-March 6, 1981 as Finer Womanhood Week. This annual observance is designed to emphasize the national ideals of Zeta with special emphasis on the theme "Zetas Working Together: Rendering Services to Improve the Human Condition." The activities began on Saturday, February 28 at 12 p.m. with a fashion show and luncheon coordinated by Marion Moore, Director of Vogue Modeling Agency, in the arden Room in the Georgia Plaza. Zeta Sorors, Amicae, and friends worshipped with the Reverend Leslie Weber and members of the Lutheran Church of the Aton ment on Sunday. A major highlight of the week was a visit by Sorors to Pin vi w Nursing Home. A program was presented and residents received "special" gifts. In observance of the International Year of the Disabled Person, members of Kapp, Iota Zeta visited the Scottish Rites Hospital. The week's activities were culminated with a soci I affair. Special awards were presented to Sorors Julia Glass and Evelyn Brown for their service. Members of the Finer Womanhood Planning ommitte w re: Chairlady, Sorer Margaret Sherard, and Sorors Yvonne Head, 1 ! nri tta I loward, Maynette Lovejoy, Marjorie Terry, Veronica Berry, Rose Montgomery, I laroldine Crowd rand Jackie Terry. Reported by Soror Lacey S. Alford 73

Southeastern Region Eta Theta Zeta Chapter: Augusta The Eta Theta Zeta Chapter sponsors an ongoing community project (CAP), namely "Community concerns, Awareness of services, and Prevention of unwanted pregnancies" for citizens in the area. The sorors, with the leadership of their local project committee members, plan and work with parents, ministers, educators, health personnel, and social workers, monthly sessions to aid in strengthening the lives of black youth in the community. Some of the most successful activities have been: (1)

community survey to reveal the needs and the interests of the youths: (2) community meeting with the Parents-Teachers Association members and special consultants to discuss the "parents' role in the prevention of youth and teenage pregnancies;" (3) rap sessions and viewing of films on the hazards of youth and teenage pregnancies; (4) workshops and seminars presented by representatives from Planned Parenthood Assoc. on the availability of community services; (5) discussion periods led by two local black politicians on political concerns of the black community.

Epsilon Mu Zeta: Moultrie Members of Epsilon Mu Zeta of Moultrie, Georgia pose following the Third Annual State Pageant. This project enhances and promotes the cultural development of the young women participants as well as the community as a whole. Pictured from left to right are Sorors Bessfonette Whitaker, Phelocia Marks (deceased), Doris George, John Eva Edwards, Elivra Smith, Christine Etheridge, Elizabeth Cunningham and Ruth Laramore. Soror Henrimae Jones is shown in the inset. Not pictured are Sorors Annie Ruth Thompson and Charlie Mae Lemmons.

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Iota Iota Zeta Chapter: Millen Iota Iota Zeta Chapter was chartered July 20, 1979 in the Southeastern Region with the State Director, Soror ltelia Butler, in charge, assisted by Sorors Betty J. Lunsford, Jean J. McKnight, Jacquelin Reese, and Myrtis Clark. The chapter has sponsored several community activities, namely, assisted in the organization of a Community Youth group for cultural enhancement programs, rendered tutorial service, aided needed families, assisted in Vacation Bible School, presented a Christmas Program, and sponsored a "Black History Program". Members of the sorority have attended District and State Meetings. We realize that we are in the genesis of progress in our chapter. However, we are still determined to grow and move onward. The Sorors are looking forward to an elaborate program for Finer Womanhood and the Blue Revue.

. The above phote left to righl are: orors Ullie McDowell. Dorothy Miller, Harriet! Lewis, Bastleus, Lucille Cribbs. Buel'ah Ramsey, lifford Howard, and one reclaimed member, Myr11 lark.

Southeastern Region Theta Chi Zeta Chapter of Thomasville is Chartered The Theta Chi Zeta Chapter of Thomasville, Georgia was chartered in September, 1977, with an impressive and colorful installation service at the home of Soror Margaret Mciver. Presiding over the installation ceremony was Southeastern Regional Director, Soror Eunice Thomas of Columbus, Ga. She was assisted by Soror Itelia Butler, President of Beta Omega Zeta Chapter of Albany, Georgia. "Getting the graduate chapter of Zeta started here was the culmination of several months of planning and hard work," said the new chapter's President, Soror Johnnie Hollis.

From left to right are: Sorors Eunice Thomas, Fonner Regional Director; Soror Williford, Vice-President: Malone, Lawyer, Mciver, Clark, Ea ton, Moore and Johnnie Hollis, President.

As relayed by President Hollis, local Zetas have been "on the move" since the chartering of the chapter. A community service oriented sorority, the group donated items for two boxes of groceries which were presented to needy families on Thanksgiving and hristmas The sorority also presented a plaque to Miss Victoria Thompson, the first Black "Miss Thomasville." Soror Hollis represented Theta Chi Zeta at the Annual Southeastern Re· gional Conference in Charleston, South Carolina on November 24 26, 1977. In August, 1978, Sorors Willie Mae lark, Oshie Williford and Johnnie I lollis attended the Boule in Houston, Texas. orors l lollis, Zeda Lawyer and Clark went to the State Me >ting in Valdosta, Georgia.

The chapter has sponsored several fund raising activities in the past years. The biggest event of the year was the "Little Miss Zeta Contest." During the month of January, Theta Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority celebrated its Founder's Day on January 21, 1979, at the Clay Street YMCA. The theme for this great occasion was "Greater Commitment, Greater Involvement, Providing New Approaches to Community Outreach Services." For this event, the dynamic speaker was Soror Itelia Butler, Basileus and a member of the Beta Omega Zeta Chapter of Albany, Georgia. Her message was very rewarding and inspiring. In the month of March we participated in the following: Greek-Awareness Night, Repledge Ceremony, Little Miss Zeta Contest, and Finer Womanhood. We celebrated Greek-Awareness Night on March 4, 1979 at the First Baptist Church with other Greek sororities and fraternities. Each sorority and fraternity was a sponsor to present a plaque to an outstanding person in the community. We presented our plaque to Sgt. Oris Bryant, Jr., for his outstanding work with the boys and girls in this community. Sgt. Bryant is the coordinator of the Junior Police Program, sergeant of the Thomasville Police Department, and a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. The speaker for the occasion was our own Soror Willie Mae Clark. We also had our Repledge Ceremony in this month. It was held at the home of Mrs. Zeda Lawyer, at which every soror was dressed in white. We held our Second Little Miss Zeta Conies! on March 24, 1979, at the home of Mrs. Joreatha Malone. There were nine contestants competing for this title. Our "Little Miss Zeta" is Felecia Arrington, with 1st runner-up, Christy Chatman, and 2nd runner-up, Wanda Warner. These lovely young ladies represented us in the Annual 58th Rose Show Parade, here in Thomasville.

From left to right are: Little Christy Chatman, 1st runner-up; Wanda Warner, 2nd runner-up; and Flecia Arrington, "Little Miss Zeta."

Our final event for this month was the observance of our Finer Womanhood Program, which was held on March 25, 1979 at the St. Luke C.M. E. Church. The speaker for our occasion was Soror Mildred C. Bradham of Tallahassee, Florida, past Grand Basileus. Special emphasis was placed on Greater Commitment, Greater Involvement, and New Approaches to Community Outreach Services.

Soror Pauline Easton presented a check from the Sorority for $300 to Mr. Forrest Monroe, Executive Chairman of the Clay Street YMCA The check was presented so underprivileged youngsters may have the chance to participate in programs offered by the YMCA.

Southeastern Region For the month of April, several Sorors attended the State Meeting in Perry, Georgia on April 28, 1979. Attending the meeting were Sorors Juanita Baker, Terrlyn Brown, Connie Scott, Willie Mae Clark, and Oshie Williford.

At the helm of leadership in Theta Chi Zeta are: Johnnie Hollis, President; Oshie Williford, Vice President; Willie Mae Clark, Secretary; Pauline Easton, Assistant Secretary; Zed a Lawyer, Treasurer; and A V. Moore, Historian.

Other members are Sorors Esther R. Harvey, Joreatha Malone, Corinne Monroe, Margaret Mciver, Connie Scott, Rose Williford, Juanita Baker, Terrlyn Brown, Bertha Hollis, Maggie Lane and Sebrena Winn.

Black Woman Honored

Soror Oshie R. Williford, Home Economics teacher at Cairo High School, Cairo, Georgia, was named "Teacher of

the Year" by the Grady County Education Association and will be entered in state competition. Soror Williford is a native Mitchell Countian amd mother of two daughters. She received her education at the Albany State College, Albany, Georgia, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala., The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia and the University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska. She holds the B.S. degree, M.Ed. degree and is working toward the 6th year certificate. Soror Williford is vice president of Theta Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Thomasville, Georgia. She has also served as Vice-President and treasurer of the Grady County Teachers' Association. She is a member of the Grady County Cancer Board and has served as chairperson of the Cancer

Educational Crusade. She has been teaching home economics for thirty-five years, with thirty-four of those years in the Grady County system. She is head of the Cairo High Home Economics Department. Soror Williford is very active in community and church affairs. She has been named "Woman of the year" of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. She is secretary of Sunday school class #6, secretary of the Deaconess Board, secretary of the Budget Committee for the Church. She sings in the Senior Choir and is the assistant choir director. She is a licensed funeral director, and secretary treasurer of Willilord's Hillview Chapel. She is married to Harrison Williford, reared two lovely daughters and is the proud grandmother of eight: two granddaughters and six grandsons.

Delta Lambda Zeta Chapter: Tifton Delta Lambda Zeta Chapter Participates In Mothers' March

Sorors Caroline Day and Jacqueline Smith are shown accepting funds from a citizen while participating in the Mothers' March against Birth Defects. The local chapter helped to sponsor a Mothers' March for the March of Dimes on January 25th. This was a joint effort with the Amicae and other citizens of Tifton, Georgia.

Southeastern Region Delta Lambda Zeta Chapter Sponsors Day Care Center

Under the dynamic leadership of Soror Caroline Day, th'? Delta Lambda Zeta Chapter of Tifton, Georgia has sponsored the Tifton Community Day Care Center for several years. The center accommodates thirty-three children from low income families between the ages of three and five. Sorors Caroline Day and Jacqueline Smith are shown displaying a plaque awarded to the chapter from the Coastal Plain Area E.OA, Inc, for the excellent service rendered in sponsoring the Day Care Center.

South Carolina Iota Lambda Zeta: Aiken Iota Lamdba Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. of Aiken, South Carolina celebrated Finer Womanhood We k, Sunday, February 22, 1981 at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Aiken. Speaker for the occasion was Sor or Macon Gardner, State Director for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc., South Carolina Charter. Soror Gardner spoke on the theme: "The Role of Women in Today's Complex Society."

Members of Iota Lambda Zeta Chapter are (front row, left to right) Soror Bernice Sanders, Basileus: Janice Williams; Essie H. Patterson, Grammateus: Bobbie Tutt, 1st Anti-Basileus; Carrie Johnson, Tamias; (second row, left to right): Blondell Martin, Ada Pearle Hickman, and Johnnie M. Hendrix (not shown).

Beta Phi Zeta Chapter: Sumter !n February, 1974, Soror Jennie Howze Nelson of Sumter, S. C. was honored by Beta Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. with a Tea, for having published a book of poems, Reflections at the Crossroads. On January 26, 1980, Beta Pi Zeta Chapter opened a tork's Nest sponsored by Beta Pi Zeta and Pi Theta Chapters and Wateree Chapter of the March of Dimes. The Stork's Nest is located with the Sumter Developmental Learning Center, 15 chool Street, Sumter, S.C. 29150. Pi Theta hapter was chartered November, 1977 on the c mpus of Morris oil ge, Sumter, S.C. 29150.

December 6, 1977, Iota Zeta Chapter of was chartered on the campus of Morris College, Sumter, S.C. 29150. The Zeta-Sigma International Conference was held in East and West Africa in the '70's and was graced with representatives from Beta Pi Zeta Chapter and Delta Kappa Sigma Chapter. Persons attending were Soror Jennie Home Nelson, Soror Beatrice Gregg Sanders of Beta Pi Zeta Chapter and Brother William B. Sanders of Delta Kappa Sigma Chapter, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. On February 7, 1981 Beta Pi Zeta Chapter presented its Annual Archonette Cotillion, at Sumter High School ( Council Street Campus), Sumter, S.C. with 22 Archonettes.

Southeastern Region Aiken Special Olympics

Carrie J. Crafton-Johnson

Aiken County Special Olympics Inc., a program of sports training and athletic competition for mentally handicapped children and adults, provides competition at all ability levels by assigning participants into divisions. The purpose of Special Olympics is not only to assist the physical development of retarded people, but also to aid social and psychological development. The group hopes participants, through successful experience in sports, will gain confidence and self-mastery. Officers of the 36-member group are: Carrie Jean Crafton-Johnson, president; Dr. Duke Barnes, first vice president; Elizabeth Johnston, recording secretary; Nancy Dukes, corresponding secretary; and Andy Reeves, treasurer. A year-round physical fitness program in Aiken County special schools, Special Olympics games at University of South Carolina-Aiken and a cultural arts-art contest at Kalmia Hill in Aiken are current projects. Special achievements of 1980 were accreditation of seven schools in the Aiken County area to go to state olympics in Columbia. Last year, the group received an award for outstanding citizen for advancement of handicapped individuals by the Aiken County Association of Retarded Citizens and certification for track and field coaches from Winthrop College Special Olympics Division. Soror Johnson is employed by Alken County School District as Director of Resource Room teachers. She is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Adult Development Center, a program for mentally handicapped adults in Alken County.

Gamma Zeta Chapter: Charleston Sorority Luncheon Thirty-three members of Gamma Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority celebrated Founder's Day and Finer Womanhood Week with a luncheon on Saturday, February 21st at the Sheraton Charleston Downtown Hotel. Founder's Day and Finer Womanhood Week are annual events observed

by the Chapter. A pledge service proceeded the Luncheon. Members of the Founder's Day committee were: R.W. Green, P. Middleton, G. Summerhill, C. Grady, M. Cook and R. Martin. Karen Rembert is Chapter Basileus.

Annette McKee. Baslleus

Kappa Kappa Zeta News: Chester On October 3, 1980, the home of Soror Willie Burris was the setting for the chartering ceremony of Kappa Kappa Zeta. Chartered members are: Sorors Daisy Atkinson, Gwendolyn Brown, Willie Burris, Diana Crank, Hattie Crosby, Mary Daniels, Fannie Garvin, Shirleen Gore, Pernella Johnson, Sara

McFadden, Annette McKee, Edna Mur ray, Mary Owens, Sheila Pendergrass, Mamie Stringfellow, Valerie Thomas, Alma Wilks and Sara Wilks. Presenting the charter at this event was State Di rec tor Soror Macon A. Gardner. Kappa Kappa Zeta has engaged in several activities since its chartering ser 7B

vice. These activities include a Christmas program at the county nursing home, participation in the county parade, worship and donation to Union Baptist Church, and representatives attending the Southeastern Regional Conference as well as the State Meeting held in Florence, S.C. A "hner Womanhood Tea" was held March 8 to celebrate Finer Woman hood. ongratulations to Sorer Dai y Atkinson who was elected a "Keeper of Records" to the Southeastern Hegion.

Southeastern Region Soror Zeigler Named Distinguished Teacher

Soror Annie L. Zeigler Soror Annie L. Zeigler has been selected by the Edisto Reading Council as its Distinguished Teacher for 1980-81.

Ms. Zeigler is a special education teacher at Elloree Elementary School. She was selected to receive this honor because of her active involvement in the Edisto Reading Council, her creative and innovative approaches to teaching and an enthusiasm for her profession. She is a graduate of Morris College in Sumter where she received her bachelor's degree. She received her master's degree from South Carolina State University and has done further study at the University of South Carolina and Winthrop College. She joined 13 other distinguished teachers from throughout South Carolina at the Eighth Annual Conference of the South Carolina State Council of the International Reading Association in Columbia March 12-14.

There she displayed a sampling of the teaching approaches, tools and techniques for which she has been recognized. Her display was viewed by more than 350 teachers, administrators and parents attending the conference.

Epsilon Iota Zeta We are happy to have five neophytes who were initiated on Saturday, March 14, 1981. They are: Cheryl Berry, Shirley Ann Neely, Barbara J. Neal, Leola Robinson, and Gloria Teresa Walker. This makes our Chapter number 29 members.

South Carolina Iota Mu Zeta: Hartsville Area Zetas On The Move Since the Iota Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was chartered on April 21, 1979, the group has added five new sorors and chartered an Amicae Group, and the Kappa Nu Undergraduate Metropolitan Chapter headquartered at Coker Coll ge, Hartsville, South Carolina. New Iota Mu members are Sorors Helen Campbell, Linda Gilliard, Mariah Peoples, Flora Avery, and Iola Risher. The Amicae Group, chartered on June 22, 1980, has assisted Zetas in all undertakings and its members have proven lo be vital and supportive friends of the Sorors. We are very proud of our friends. Centenary United Methodist Church was the setting for the chartering of the Kappa Nu M lropolitan Undergraduate hapter on Oct ob r 25, 1980. Charter members were Sorors Hannah Jackson, Varnee Risher, Lila Mae Williamson, B, rbara Britton. and Joanne Bull. Th I !, rlsvill area Zeta organization has presented a Woman's Day Program, attended state and national meetings, and held its first otillion on March 27, 1981, at Butler Gymnalorium, l lertsville, South Carolina. A group on the move, we r presently recruiting new members, initiating new and continuing old proj cts to fast r the ideals of sisterly love, fin r wornanho d, service and scholarship.

The Iota Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. of Hartsville, South Carolina. Pictured left to right, Row I: Sorors Helen Campbell, Pauletle Lunn, and Linda Gillaird. Row II: Sorors Flora Avery and Mariah Peoples. Row Ill: Sorors Jeanette Lunn, Arsandra Redmond, and State Director Macon Gardner. Row IV: Sorors Sadie Mack, Basileus, and Elizabeth Johnson, lva Lewis, and Earline Gilliard. Not pictured: Soror Iola Risher.

Southeastern Region Iota Xi Zeta: Lake City

Parade of Tots fund raising project

Iota Xi Beta Chapter Archonettes 1981, Lake City, S.C.

Iota Xi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., has made great strides since its chartering on May 26, 1979. The sorority made its first public appearance in December, 1979, at a Christmas Worship Service held in Wesley United Methodist Church. There were only twelve sorors, but to make their impact felt, a donation of fifty dollars was given to the church from the chapter. In February, 1980, the sorority observed Finer Womanhood Week at The Greater St. James A.M.E. Church. To exhibit the Zeta image, we recognized several citizens for outstanding services and donated fifty dollars to this church. In addition, a scholarship was presented to a deserving high school senior. In May, 1981, eight new sorors were initiated into the sorority. The greatest fundraising project was the Parade of Tots. From the sixteen participants the following winners were named: First prize- Tony Graham, Ill; Second prize=-lvory C. Montgomery; Third prize-Anthony Watson. The yuletide season was celebrated with a Christmas party including sorors and their families in December 1980. A festive dinner with all the trimmings was served. The sorority celebrated Founder's Day on January 16, 1981, with a tea and a workshop, "Fiscal Management· Management by Objectives." The final activity of past events was a program and luncheon with Archonettes and their mothers. This was a most impressive and memorable occasion. With the spirit of Zeta the sorority anticipates greater achievements in the future.

Left to right, back row: Sorors: Linda Hall, Elizabeth Anderson. Merlene Montgomery, Dorothy James, Rachel James. Pearl McNalr, Mamie McClam, Miriam Johnson. Front row, left to right: Sorors: Lela Austin, Ruth Anderson, Gertrude Green, Sherry Bers, Maebelle Ballard, Marie Wilson. Gladys Wilson, Viola Mlchens.

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Southeastern Region Zeta Lambda Zeta Chapter: Laurens A Chronicle of Events By Soror M.P. Pitts Zeta Lambda Zeta Chapter's 1980-81 sorority year began in September with Basileus Hattie S. Suber's willing and able leadership. Eager to move the Zeta ideals, services and challenges forward in a new year, sorors are gracious ln answering the call, one and all.

Sixtieth Annual Boule Soror Suber represented Zeta Lambda Zeta as its delegate to the 60th Annual National Boule in Nashville, Tennessee, July 26-August 1, 1980, inspiring the sorority to address itself to the Boulea theme, "Pioneers in Community Services."

Neophytes Seven neophytes have been in Zeta Lambda Zeta since Nov. 21, 1980. These sorors are: Dorothy B. Beasley, Alfreda G. Bodenhammer, Jeanne F. Burnside, Bessie Johnson Clara F. Patterson, Izora J. Spencer, and Joyce Young. Other chapters represented through the presence of ten guest sorors for the initiation included Delta Xi Zeta Chapter, Rock Hill, S.C.; Soror Henrietta F. Massey, Former State Director; Sorors Connie Long and Jean Shere, Beta Beta Zeta Chapter, Columbia, S.C.; Claire Porter and Pauline Williams, Epsilon Psi Zeta Chapter, Greenwood, S.C.; Lillie P. Barthwell, Odessa H. Daniel, Rosa Tompkins, and Kathryn Williams; and Alpha Omicron Zeta Chapter, Orangeburg, S.C. and Macon Gardner, State Director.

Annual

outheastern Regional

The Annual Southeastern Regional Meeting in olurnbia, S.C., Nov mber 27 29, experienc d p rticipalion by Sorors Suber, Lillie P. Mathis, Dorothy B. B sl y, Flossie Johnson, Flora P. Miller, Izor J. Spencer, and B atric D. t gall, thus nhancing a sens of to getherness and mbracing the con f rence theme: "Zet s Working Tog th r R nd ring Service to lmprov th

Human Condition," and "Commemorating Sixty Years of True Sisterhood."

Congratultions to Soror Gardner Zeta Lambda Zeta gratefully joins our "Great Sisterhood" in congratulating Soror Macon A Gardner for her reelection as State Director of South Carolina.

Christmas Celebrations Laurens County Christmas Parades contained a very special entry-Miss Teresa Malinda Suber, "Zeta Lambda's 1980 Tot-in-Blue," who daintily waved "Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" to all in both the Laurens and Clinton parades in an open-top car driven by Soror Joyce Young, Saturday, December 6. Soiree A cheerful sorority dinner party and Christmas Tree for a semi-invalid soror, Mrs. Jeanette H. Goins, in her home, December 23, was a combination to be remembered.

NAACP Award Zeta Lambda Zeta stands shoulder to shoulder with local AK.As in civic responsibility. This point was stressed through the receipt of an award to each sorority by the Laurens County Branch of the NAACP during its Annual Banquet at Sanders Middle School, January 17. Hattie S. Suber, Basileus, accepted Zeta Lambda Zeta's award, presented by Mr. David L. Smith, president.

Finer Womanhood Week Observed Finer Womanhood Week culminated in Zeta Lambda Zeta's joint 11:00 a.m. worship services with Calvary United Methodist Church of which the Rev. J.L. 81

McDowell is pastor, on Sunday, February 22, 1981. Henrietta F. Massey (Laurents native), the inspirational messenger and Former State Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., spoke on the theme: "Culture for Service and Service for Humanity-Zeta Phi Beta: Pioneers in Community Outreach Services." Among other salient points, Soror Massey charged her attentive congregation to ( 1) " .. Be thankful for the gifts we have inherited from our forefathers, (2) intend to uphold our heritage and pass it on, lovingly, to future mankind, and (3) determine rather than curse the bliss of ignorance-to bless the gift of knowledge ... realizing that ... God's work is indeed our own .... " Other program participants included: Soror lzora J. Spencer (a church member) presiding; Invocation & Scripture, the Rev. Pernella V. Jones; Responsive Reading, Soror Dorothy B. Beasley; Trio, Sorors Clara F. Paterson, M.P. Pitts, and Jeanne F. Burnside; Introduction of Speaker, Soror Hattie S. Suber; Recognition of Visitors & Thanks, Soror Flora P. Miller; Church Pianist, Miss Valeria Ann Knight (Laurens HS Senior & Soror Charlie Mae Knight's daughter); Ushers-Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Bros. Terry Craig, McQuilla Hudson, Lewis Knighton, and B.L. Thompson; Program Committee-Sorors Alfreda Bodenhammer, Virginia Owens, Bessie Johnson, and Beatrice Stegall. (Sorors lzora Spencer and Bessie Johnson are members of Calvary UMC.)

Black American Heritage Month Observed The Annual Black American Heritage Month Observance, sponsored by the YWA, (Soror Flora P. Miller, President), was highlighted at St. Paul First Baptist Church of which the Rev. David Carter is pastor. The Honorable Theo Walker Mitchell, S.C. State Representative and Attorney and Counselor-at-law, was the guest speaker, February 22.

Southeastern Region Basileus Hattie S. Suber, Second Anti-Basileus Flossie Johnson, Grammateus Lillie P. Mathis, and Tamias Beatrice D. Stegall were among the guests in the attentive audience. 'N.JA'ers-Sorors First Anti-Basileus Rebecca M. McDaniels is Organist-Pianist, and Epistoleus M.P. Pitts is Clerk at St. Paul. New Appointments Zeta Lambda Zeta's heart swells with pride for two notable appointments: 1. Soror Pernella V. Jones, a helper in tutoring slower learning students, who will be working out of South Carolina's Governor Richard Riley's office, and 2. Basileus Hattie S. Suber-Regional Coordinator of Scholarship Funds. Students to Get $1,000 Scholarship Two students, one each from both Laurens and Clinton, will receive $500

each from Zeta Lambda Zeta's $1,000 Scholarship Fund to be awarded in the 1981 commencements. Second Anti-Basileus, Flossie Johnson, chairs this committee. Her committee members are Sorors Flora P. Miller, Rebecca M. McDaniel, Alfreda G. Bodenhammer, and Beatrice D. Stegall.

Archonian Tea Four Zeta Lambda Zeta sorors attended an Archonian Club Drop-in-Tea at Macedonia Center, Macedonia Bapt. Church, Greenwood, S.C., sponsored by Epsilon Psi Zeta Chapter of which Mrs. Odessa H. Daniel is Basileus and Mrs. Kathryn Williams is Dean of Pledges. Sorors attending the tea from Laurens were: Mrs. Dorothy B. Beasley, Mrs. Bessie Johnson, Mrs. Flora P. Miller, and Ms. lzora J. Spencer.

Laurens Native in USC Archonian Club Miss Debra Gail Knight, a University of South Carolina sophomore, has been inducted into the campus Archonian Club of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Mrs. Angelia K. Ham, a Zeta soror of Psi Alpha Chapter at S.C. State College and Archonian Knight's sister, was present for the induction ceremony. The induction of four other USC young ladies and Miss Knight occurred Sunday, March 8, 1981. Amicae Group Soror Charlie Mae Knight, Phylacter, is the chairwoman for the Zeta Lambda Zeta Chapter's initial Amicae group of 20 potential members. Other Zeta Lambda Zeta Sorors Sorors Mary I. Barksdale, TarniasGrammateus, and Lucinda S. Beasley are members of Zeta Lambda Zeta's active roster.

Winthrop College Theta Theta Chapter: Rock Hill Theta Theta Chapter, Winthrop College, hosted a Finer Womanhood Banquet in Rock Hill, South Carolina on February 22, 1980 with past Grand Basileus Janice Kissner as guest speaker. The theme for the banquet was "Greater Commitment-Greater Involvement". Also present were past Southeastern Region Director Eunice S. Thomas and South Carolina Director Macon Gardner. During the fall of '80, Theta Theta presented a selfdefense seminar for the Winthrop Community. In October '80 the Chapter won 2nd place at the York County Fair for its booth entitled "It's your responsibility-vote!" Participation in the Fair is an annual project for Theta Theta. This year Sorors Mary Baxter and Debra McMillan were recipients of the Mary Mildred Sullivan Scholarships

which are awarded annually to members of the Junior and Senior Classes at Winthrop College. This scholarship was established by the Mary Mildred Sullivan Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy of New York City, and supported with funds supplied by the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Foundation. Soror McMillan was also selected to be a member of Phi Upsilon Omicron Honor Society at Winthrop. At the State Leadership Conference held in Florence, South Carolina, Soror Antoinette Kearse was elected to serve as Assistant Grammateus. To celebrate the Chapter's fourth birthday, in April Theta Theta hosted a "Stepdown", The chapter has Invited members of Zeta and igma from North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia as well as other members of the Pan Hellenic Council from these states.

Southeastern Region Delta Xi Zeta Chapter: Rock Hill Soror Jacqueline Douglas, Undergraduate Coordinator for South Carolina, was the recipient of two distinguished awards at Zeta's 1980 Souteastern Regional Conference in Columbia, South Carolina. She was named the "Outstanding Coordinator of Undergraduates 1980", and received a plaque for "Outstanding Service to Southeastern Region 1975-1980". Jackie was also among the "Outstanding Women of 1980". Delta Xi Zeta has been fortunate to have sorors who have held Regional and State offices since the publication of the last ARCHON: Gloria D. Barber, Regional Tamias-Grammateus, 1978- 79; Mabel T. Mack, Regional Grammateus, 1978- 79; Juanita Toatley, State Antapokritis, 1979-81. Theta Theta Chapter, Winthrop College, was host for the 1980 Finer Womanhood Banquet, at the Holiday Inn, Rock Hill. The members were honored

to have Dr. Janice G. Kissner, Past Grand Basileus, deliver a dynamic and most inspirational message to an audience of approximately 150. 1980 was the Year of the Child and her message centered around the commitments of the family. Delta Xi Zeta Chapter moves in great numbers. We have obtained the state attendance cup for four consecutive years, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, and can now retain the state Attendance Cup permanently. Basileus Jean Sherer was cited by the local newspaper for her contribution to the profession of medicine. She has a son and a daughter now attending medical universities. 1979 was our first attempt to launch a Calendar project as part of the fund raising for the Blue Revue Contest. It was a huge success and we anticipate many more successful years. We were very unfortunate to lose a

lovely and dedicated soror, Chaney E. Guy, who died in May, 1979. Her memory will linger forever among the sorors she left behind. Wedding Bells: Sorors Robbie M. Page and Evonne Crome are busy planning their debut down the aisle with fall and summer weddings, respectively. The colors are: Guess what! Blue and White, naturally. Present officers of Delta Xi Zeta Chapter: Basileus, Jean Sherer; First Anti-Basileus, Robbie Page; Second Anti-Basileus, Mattie Izzard; Third Anti· Basileus, Jacquelyn Douglas; Grammateus (Corresponding), Mabel T. Mack; Grammateus (recording), Lois Langston; Tamias-Grammateus, Gwen Crome; Tamias, Arnetta Mackey; Phylacter, Thelma Wilson; Antapokritis, Selma Poage; Keeper of Properties, Daisy Johnson; Amicae Sponsor, Gloria Barber; Undergraduate Sponsors, Jacquelyn Douglas and Eunice Blocker.

Amicae in the News: Rock Hill August, 1979 saw the birth of a new auxiliary group of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc. Zeta Amicae of Rock Hill was presented a charter during a simple ceremony by South Carolina State Dir ctor Macon Gardner. Delta Xi Zeta Chapter is the sponsoring chapter with Friend Gloria Barber serving as sponsor. Chartering officers were Pernettia Rowell, President; Dorothy Hunter, Vice Pr sident; Betty Moore, Secretary; Earsie Woodruff, Assistant Secretary; Barbara Robinson, Treasurer; Iris Johnson, Chaplain; and Cheryl Barber, Parliamentarian. The group took on as its first project making contact with three local nursing homes. 1 lealth care products are supplied to the patients such as soap, toothp, ste, deodorant, lotion, etc. A list of pall ant's names and birthdates were oblain d so that cards and token gifts could be given to them.

The group was very supportive of Zeta programs, both graduate and undergraduate. Fund raisers for the group were very successful. The group held a bake sale and presented a Mr. and Miss Zeta Amicae pageant. The Rock Hill Amicae attended the 1979 Regional meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and received third place award for chapter display. Betty Moore was named Regional ChairP rson of Membership. Pres ntly, Chapter officers are Dorothy Hunter, President; Earsie Woodruff, Vice President; Cherly Barber, Secretary; Pernettia Rowell, Treasurer; Iris Johnson, Parliamentarian; Johnnie Chisholm, Keeper of Properties; and Barbara Robinson, haplain. The group is planning to expand its programs by adopting an elderly person without a family and assisting him in any way to help make life less lonely. Amicae 83

are taking an educational direction toward programs and workshops by utilizing resources available in the community. Plans are to continue support of the sponsoring Zeta Chapter Programs, to visit nursing homes in our area, and to participate in state, national, and regional leadership conferences. Zeta Amicae have begun to expand in membership with the addition of four new members which brings the chapter enrollment up to 16. Rock Hill Zeta Amicae participated in the state meeting in Florence, S.C. on Feburary 14, 1981. Helen Sims was elected State Reporter. Earsie Woodruff is State Secretary. She was elected in 1979 to serve. The Rock Hill Amicae look forward to future years of prosperity and growth because in order to serve well, one must have the wisdom of Solomon, the patience of Job, the courage of Esther, and the love of God in the heart.

Southern Region Louisiana Mu Zeta Chapter: Baton Rouge

Finer Womanhood Activities

Soror Hazel F. Simmons, National Director of Stork's Nest, presented our National Project in its entirety during the Annual Workshop of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc .. Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

"Committed to Service-Let's Meet the Challenge," was the theme of a workshop held by members of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Saturday, February 14, 1981 at the Zeta House, 2021 Harding Boulveard, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Focus: Our National Project Stork's Nest, was presented in its entirety by Soror Hazel F. Simmons, National Director of Stork's Nest, Fort Worth, Texas. A general session with group reactions followed. The second phase consisted of three Reaction Lab Sessions. Action Lab 1-Focus: The Role of A Soror in Helping to Keep the Chapter Alive. was presented by Soror Brenda Green, State Director; Action Lab II-Focus: Greater Involvement in Community Outreach Services Listed in Our Goals, Soror Natalie Clark, presenter; and Action Lab !II-Focus: Strengthening the Relationship with Our Sigma Brothers, Soror Gladys B. White, presenter. The feedback and wrap-up session was conducted by Soror Simmons. This activity was one of a series for Finer Womanhood Month. Other activities were: Renewal of the Pledge, Worship Services, Fashion Extravanza-Men Around the Clock, and a culminating activity, Reception for Zetas. Soror Inez Chrisentery, Basileus of the local chapter, cornmented that from the workshop involvement indications are that Mu Zeta Chapter will have a successful year working through the challenges of community outreach services embodied in our goals-Scholarship, Sisterly love and "Zeta United Mobilizing for a Success through Service."

Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc. held its Annual Workshop during the celebration of Finer Womanhood Week Activities. The theme was: "Committed to Service-Let's Meet the Challenge." Pictured are chapter members attending this workshop.

Southern Region Tribute To Soror Annie B. Knox

Mrs. Annie B. Knox is deemed one among the most worthy Sorors of Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., who gave of her total self, her untiring efforts and dedication to Mu Zeta for many years of which 20 years was spent in serving as Tamius (Treasurer) of the organization. It is with this thought that we, her Sorors, pay this tribute. She is the wife of the late Mr. George C. Knox, received her high school education from Coleman College, Gibsland, La., her college degree from Southern University, Baton Rouge, La. and did further study at Wayne University, Detroit, Michigan. Thirty five of her best years were spent in the educational growth and development of boys and girls in the schools of East Baton Rouge Parish serving as teacher and Principal. Because of her outstanding contribution in this area, the

Scotlandville Senior High School countries visited were: Germany, Russia, named it's National Honor Society, France, England, Liberia, Ghana, Niger"The Annie B. Knox National Honor ia, Ivory Coast, Venezuela, Spain and Society". Canada. In her church (Mt. Pilgrim Baptist) she There is nothing We, Your Sorors, is the organizer and President of the can give you, Soror Knox, which you Woman's Home Mission Society, Assis- have not, but there is much that while tant Superintendent of the Sunday we cannot give you, you can take: No School, and leader of the Baptist Train- Heaven can come to us unless our ing Union. hearts find rest in it today-Take In other areas of Community Service Heaven. No peace lies in the future she is a charter member, past president, which is not hidden in the present insand treasurer of the American Legion tant- Take Peace. The gloom of the Auxiliary No. 502, a member and past world is but a shadow's behind it, yet secretary of the E.0.Y. Club (Educators within reach, is Joy-Take Joy. of Yesteryears), Board member and Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta treasurer of CAW.CS. (The Communi- Sorority, Inc. offers you a Smile to cheer ty Association for the Welfare of School you. The cost is nothing-it's priceless, it Children), a life member and board is given free. It comforts the wearymember of the Maggie Nance Ringgold gladdens the sad, consoles those in trouUnit of Y.W.CA, treasurer of Mu Zeta ble-and helps both good and bad. To Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. rich or poor-beggar or thief-it's free for 20 years. She is a member of the to all of any belief. A natural gesture Flowers Lovers Garden Guild, and the comes from us all, both young and old, Southern University Women's Club and cheers on the faint and disarms the bold. others too numerous to mention. Unless most blessings for which we pray, One of her favorite pastime activities, its one thing we keep when we give it since retirement, is to travel and share away. her travel experiences with schools, So many Gods, so many Creeds, churches, and organizations. Travel has So many paths that wind and wind; been a keen interest in Mrs. Knox's life When just the art of being kind, and she has made real a cherished Is all this sad world needs.Your Sorors dream. During the three trips abroad Salute You and wish you God's speed. she toured many countries in Europe, Mu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Africa, and South America. Among the Sorority, Inc.

Southern Region Louisiana State University Rho Epsilon Chapter: Baton Rouge Rho Epsilon recently held its 1981 Spring Rush on the campus of L.S.U. It was an evening of stomping, fun, games, and also an invitation to all young ladies interested in Zeta, its ideals and the challenges it offers. Many young ladies on L.S.U. campus attended. Soror Inez Chrisentery of Mu Zeta Chapter and brothers from Iota Tau chapter of Phi Beta Sigma at L.S.U. also attended. Mu Zeta's Valentine's Day Stork's Nest Workshop was a day of regrouping of thoughts and ideas and stressing the importance of working closely together. Some members of Rho Epsilon attentively participated and contributed in making it a very inspirational event. The workshop was held at the Mu Zeta Sorority House in Baton Rouge.

Recognizing Finer Womanhood Week, Rho Epsilon Chapter sponsored activities including a Hair and Make-up Clinic by Ray J's Unisex Salon and also a Health and Exercise Clinic featuring Cosmopolitan Lady. The culminating activity recognizing Finer Womanhood Week was a Tea. Parents, other greeks, sorors of Mu Zeta graduate Chapter and Beta Alpha undergraduate Chapter at Southern University were invited. Other activities for the semester include a baby shower for Stork's Nest, A Night of Inspirations and Gospel Singing, and a rally held in opposition to the decrease in financial aid by the Federal Government.

Epsilon Alpha Zeta in Review: Grambling Cassandra Lyles, and Frankie Osborne. Soror Ruby Moore serves as Basileus. Blue Soiree As a part of Finer Womanhood Project, Epsilon Alpha Zeta presented nine freshman college students in its annual Blue Soiree. The theme for the December 3, 1980 presentation was "Winter Fantasy". Debbie Haynes of New York was crowned "Miss Blue Soiree' ". Other participants were Beverly Matthews, Monroe, LA Valerie Law and Jeannie Welch, Chicago; Gina Long, Angela Gardner, Angela Darrington, all of Monroe, LA; Catherine Thomas, Beaumont, Texas; Selethia Caesar, Jonesboro, LA.

' Epsilon Alpha Zeta Chapter, Grambling, Louisiana started the fall semester with a "Zeta Brunch" on Saturday, September 27, 1980 at the home of Soror Mary Flournoy. A delicious meal was enjoyed by 22 Sorors. Pictured (left to right) are Sorors Cleo Portis, Maudie Belton, Vergie Hill, Evangeline Emanuel, Emma Wilson, Eula Pitts, Lola Owens, and Martha Pierce. Other Sorors in attendance were Sorors Arlynne Cheers, Dorothy Bonner, Pinkie Sherrard, Mary Duncan, Eva Harvey, Clara Carr, Arthemise Rollins, Inez Harris, Ruth Osborne, Rosa D. Jenson, Mary Flournoy, Ruby Moore,

Founders' Day Observance In observance of Founders' Day, Epsilon Alpha Zeta sent cards to the founders and had a luncheon at the Holiday Inn in Ruston, Louisiana. The Sorors in attendance enjoyed a well prepared meal.

Church Service Epsilon Alpha Zeta worshipped as a group on Sunday, February 15, 1981, at the Catholic Church in Grambling, LA. After the worship service a rededication service was held.

THE ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY

and THE AMICAE "FRIENDS" FEELINGS With love, we come together here, to open our hearts and hands so dear to work with Zetas is our aim Amicae's friends God's love sustains. Ruth H. Buckner Zeta Beta Zeta Chapter Fhnt, Michigan

Southern Region Soror Norma R. Peat Appointed Assistant State Director by the Nation's Oldest Retiree Organization Norma R. Peat of 2948 77th Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has been named Assistant State Director by the National Retired Teachers Association, the nation's largest organization dedicated to helping retired educators achieve retirement lives of independence, dignity and purpose. Two of every three retired educators in the United States belong to NRTA. In her new position, Mrs. Peat will be responsible for coordinating the activities of NRTA Units in Louisiana, and

will promote the programs and services of the more than 550,000 member organization. Before her retirement, Mrs. Peat was an elementary teacher and junior high school counselor. She received her B.A. degree from Southern University and her Master's degree from Xavier University. A former president of Educators of Yesteryear RTA, Mrs. Peat is currently second vice president of the Louisiana RTA. Member of Mu Zeta ChapterZeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Membership in NRTA is open to men and women who have at some time been employed in the U.S. school system or private educational institutions at any level. Founded in 1947, NRTA encourages older educators to remain active in community and public affairs, provides legislative representation at all levels of government, and sponsors services to help them stretch retirement incomes. The Association also publishes magazines and other materials of special interest to older readers.

Sorer Dawson Attends Swearing In Of Ambassador

Mrs. Hallique L. Dawson, Zeta Phi Beta Soror, departed by Delta Airline, Flight 304, for Washington, D.C. for the swearing in of her brother-in-law, Dr. Horace G. Dawson Jr., to the Ambassadorship to the Republic of Botswana, Africa. The ceremony was held at the State Department in Washington, D .. al 4:30 p.m. Thursday ahernoon. Th Ambassador was surrounded by his family and close friends. He dedicated his entire ceremony to his father, Mr. lorace G. Dawson, Sr. from Augusta, Ge., who is 85 years old.

While in the Capital city she had many beautiful experiences. The Ambassadors wife, Mrs. Lula Cole Dawson, secured permission for the family and close friends to tour the White House, which was quite enjoyable. Another tour was planned for the group by one of the President's appointees, Miss Remoine K. Baines, Special Assistant to the Director's Office of Management and Budget. She is also a friend of the family. She took the group to the Presidential and Vice Presidential floor. They also visited other offices, including Miss Baines'. The tour ended with a special permission from the President to watch the President and his family depart from the White House for a trip. They visited the John F. Kennedy's Center, Smithsonian Institution, Arlington Cemetery and Watergate. Horace G. Dawson Jr. is the brother of Mrs. Dawson's husband, Leslie H. Dawson, Associate Professor in English at Southern Univ., Baton Rouge, La. The Ambassador and his family are now in Botswana, Africa. Soror Dawson arrived back in Baton Roug Sunday afternoon by Delta, with new experiences lo share with her Sorors.

Promotions Miss Donnie Faye Hull of Mu Zeta Chapter, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.Baton Rouge, Louisiana was promoted to Supervisor of Special Education Classes for the entire East Baton Rouge Parish. Miss Hull formerly served as instructional specialist for junior and senior high schools. She holds degrees-BA & M. Ed. from Southern University and 30 graduate hours above Master's Degree from Louisiana State University and Southeastern Louisiana University. She was awarded Outstanding Teacher Award by the East Baton Rouge Parish Education Association. Mu Zeta is always proud of its members who do well-we salute Soror Hull.

Southern Region Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter: Lake Charles

Nancy Shepard Dancers in Recital

The Nancy Shepard Dancers of Lake Charles is a group of boys and girls dedicated to the art of dance. Soror Nancy Shepard, Basileus of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter, is the director. This group has performed on numerous occasions, and is well known within the city as well as in neighboring cities. On January 10, 1981, the dancers in recital presented their version of "Black Life, Black Cultural" in the Lake Charles Civic Center. Various kinds of dances were presented such as Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Ballet, African, Charleston, Plantation, and the Blues. Soror Shepard's third annual recital proved in every way to be worth the many months, days, and hours, she and her dancers worked untiringly. Last year's production enabled her to provide 13 scholarships to graduating seniors. Sorors of Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter and the Lake Charles community take great pride in the services rendered by Soror _______________________, Shepard and support her wholeheartedly.

The Beta Kappa Zeta Chapter held its nineteenth Annual Cotillion Ball, December 6, 1980 at the Lake Charles Civic Center. The Theme "Tonight, A Time For Us" was used to introduce thirty-eight beautiful debutantes. The Cotillion Queen, Miss Rhonda Judwin, was crowned by Miss Kathy Handy, the previous year's queen. Miss Judwin was the recipient of a $600 scholarship, and a dozen red, long-stemmed roses. Miss Judwin, a senior at Lake Charles High School, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Judwin. Prior to the Ball, the 38 seniors participated in charm clinics and a talent tea. Soror Pinelle Spain was general Chairperson, whose leadership was most dynamic in making this ball successful.

Alpha Gamma Zeta Chapter: New Orleans Reclamation was one of the 1980-81 goals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. This goal was met at a recent meeting, when twenty-four enthusiastic young women were transferred to the graduate Chapter. We are certain that these young women are ready and willing to "Touch Somebody's Life" with their talent, time and love.

Zetas on Africa "Roots" Tour. The Africa "Roots" tour was sponsored and promoted by Friends of Amistad of the Amistad Research Center of Dillard University. They traveled from New York, USA to Dakar, Senegal in Africa and visited Goree Island, the Republic of Gambia and Jufreh, which is a village of Alex Haley's ancestors. On returning to the United States, individual members described the journey as being a stimulating and moving experience which instilled a deeper appreciation within each one for the Africans who are endeavoring to deal with the problems

relevant to a society and culture which is blending old tribal heritages with new developments and western life styles. It was observed that the folk ways and mores of the various tribes still influenced the habits, arts and living surroundings of the inhabitants, but modern facilities, progressive self-government and viable culture centers are also a very vital part of the scene. While the trip was fascinating and challenging, it was truly a genuine delight to return to America. The Zetas who enjoyed this tour are as follows: Sorors Etheline J. Acox, Gertrude E. Brown, Minnie Miller, Mary Julien and Helena Wrigh. Soror Ara R. Dozier In 1979 Soror Dozier was awarded the doctorate in Educational Adminis tration from the George Peabody Col lege for Teachers of Nashville, T ennessee. She applied for the Principalshlp after completing Loyola University of the South, where she earned her Master of Education degree In Administration and

Supervision. Soror Dozier has served as Assistant Principalshlp of McDonogh Thirty-five Senior High School, Principal of the James Derham Middle School, and is currently Principal of McDonogh Forty two Elementary School. Alpha Gamma Zeta Chapter Salutes Soror Dozier as outstanding Zeta of the year.

Southern Region

Soror Margarete C. Houston Soror Houston comes to the office ot Basileus from a broad background in the field of religion and education. She is presently serving as Assistant Superintendent in Jefferson Parish Public School system, a position she has held for over five years.

Soror Anita H. Crump Soror Anita H. Crump is the principal of Thomas Alva Edison Elementary School where she has served for the past ten years. Prior to her tenure as principal she served as Assistant Principal at Joseph S. Clark Senior High School for three years. Her education work experiences include Elementary Pilot Counselor for the Parish of Orleans and State of Louisiana, Summer Educational Television Coordinator, Remedial Reading Teacher, and Teacher of Elementary School. She has an Educational Doctorate Degree from George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University. She was an Administrative Intern at Tulane University. Her undergraduate and graduate work were completed at Xavier University. Dr. Crump was elected PresidentElect of the Principals Association of New Ori ans Public Schools, Inc. in May, 1979. She serv d as president of this group during the 197980 School ssion. During her tenure the organization b cam incorporated and a new evaluation procedure was initiated and imp! ment d. She coordinated The Ad· minlstrators R tr at In Baton Rouge, La.

where Dr. Deborah P. Wolfe gave the keynote address. Our soror has participated on many local, state and national meetings and has given speeches at schools, churches, programs, conventions, workshops, retreats, etc. Dr. Crump is a member of Philips Memorial United Methodist Church where she serves as Chairman of Work Area on Education, Chairman of Scholarship Committee, which has issued more than $15,000 in scholarships during the past five years; member of Sanctuary Choir and Philips Four Musical Group, Recording Secretary, Church School Teacher, Director of Vacation Church School, member of Committee on Finance and numerous other or· ganizations. Our soror has served Zeta on a local level for Alpha Gamma Zeta Chapter as Basileus, Second Anti-Besileus, AntiGrammateus, Blue Revue Chairman, and on the Southern Region as Regional Marshal, Workshop, Chairman and Workshop participant and nationally as Second-Anti-Basileus and Blue Revue Chairman.

Soror Crump is presently serving the region as Phylacter and was honored as the outstanding Zeta for the Southern Region. She was also honored as outstanding Zeta for New Orleans. Dr. Crump has received many honors, some of which include Woman of the Year for New Orleans, Outstanding Layman of Philips Memorial United Methodist Church, Teacher of the Year, Outstanding and Christian Education. She was named to the Mayor's Committee for the observance of "The International Year of the Child." She is listed in Who's Who in American Womn and International Biography. 89

Texas Alpha Tau Zeta: Galveston

THE COMPLETE COURT

The Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. sponsored its first Tom Thumb wedding at the Westly Tabernacle United Methodist Church December 5, 1980 at 7:30. Proceeds from the affair went toward its annual scholarship. The bride was little Miss Adrienve Reese who wore a white ruffled pinafore gown. Her headpiece was of beautiful net. The groom was Master Jessie Q. Ellison. They vowed to share their bubble gum, candy and toys. The minister conducting the ceremony was Master Rory Haskins ... The soloists were Master Derek Shipp who sang "I Love You Truly" and Miss Iris Shipp who sang "The Lords Prayer". The mother of the bride was little Miss Launechia Blunt and father of the bride was Master Arabian Morgan . . . Ring bearer Master Larian Simpson. The brides attendants were Misses Erica Henry, Angel Johnson, Erica Mitchell, Monizue Mayes, Karry Banks and Letha Thomas. The groomsmen were Masters Anthony Brown, Derrick Turner, Adrian Callis, Timothy Hilton. A reception was held following the ceremony in the fellowship hall. The house party included sorors C. Pierce, C. Mack, B. Hasking, I. Robinson, C. Brown, L. Strode and G. Ellison. Soror Mary I. Lyons and Soror V. Price, Chairpersons.

Southern Region Profiles The Shiloh A.M.E. Church was the setting for the Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority's "Profile of Women" in observance of "Finer Womanhood Week". Eleven women were honored for their civic and religious contributions. The honorees were Vernall Haskims, Alfrede Houston, Frankie Monton, Lorenza Matthew, Maggie Collomore, Eunice McNeil, Durdette Malveaux, Bessie Moore, Olivia Dotson, Jeanie Clouser, and Susie Hardeman.

Alpha Tau Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Archonettes presented Mr. Thomas Jefferson In Concert at Live Oak Missionary Baptist Church March 6, 1981. Thomas Jefferson, son of Mrs. Clarison Badrie, and the late Rev. Albert Babrie, was born June 16, 1963 in Galveston. Thomas is a senior at Ball High School, from which he was graduated in June. Thomas is a versatile pianist. He likes classics best. He has participated in the

National Guild Auditions for four years making favorable reports from Guild judges each year, playing 10 memorized classics and becoming National winner in the piano playing auditions. In 1980 Guild judge, Mr. B. M. Steidal of Rialto, California, made the following comment: Superior work, talented and he recommended that Thomas Jef ferson study under Dr. John B. Dlalte, Concert Pianist and professor at Texas A&I in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Upsilon Zeta Chapter: Marshall Upsilon Zeta Chapter is steadily making progress by engaging in activities that show "sharing" and "caring". One main activity for the year was the "Little Miss Revue" contest in which ten beautiful little girls (Babes in Blue) were presented in the city auditorium on November 15, 1980. The contestants were as follows: Cynthia Clark, Regina Daniels, Tonya Epps, Veronica Jackson, Danyell Leonard, Lasonya Martin, Jennifer Oliver, Lasheka Williams, Erica Wilson and Jennifer Wilson. Danyell Leonard was crowned "Little Miss Revue" for 1980. Following the "Little Miss Revue" show, the Amity Theater presented "Highlights from Broadway". Another activity of the sorority was special action in the observance of

Founders' Day on January 4, 1981. A prose reading, THE CREATION OF ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY SIXTY YEARS AGO, honoring the five founders, was chorally read and dramatized by the sorors. The choral reading was created and directed by Soror Mary R Mingo. For FINER WOMAN HOOD WEEK, the sorors worshipped at Galilee Baptist Church and gave cheer gifts to nursing home occupants. Soror Lena H. Watson Is teaching English to Spanish-speaking Americans in the Marshall Independent School District. She was the only qualified teacher available for this task. The Zeta of the year was Soror Maggie B. Daniel, and the members of Up-

silon Zeta Chapter dedicated their calendar to her. The roster of concerned sorors is as follows: Mabel R Betnon, Tamias, Ruby W Brown, Margaret Copeland, Maggie B. Daniel, Third Anti-Basileus, Yolanda Dukes, Bettye Fisher, Ruthie Foreman, Johnnie Graves, Anna B. Hall, Barbara A Jones, Susie King, Jean J. Roquemore, Second Anti-Baslleus, Clara Lovely, Assistant Grammateus, Mildred Mason, Basileus, Elmeree McCutchens, Mary R. Mingo, Antapokritis, Linda Oliver, Willie D. Roberts, Phylacter, Daisy Smith, Sammie Sutton, First AntiBasileus, Carolyn Thompson, Zelma Thompson, Edna Turner, Tamias Grammateus, Lena H. Watson, Grammateus, and Artie Williams.

Northwestern State University Xi Epsilon Chapter Soror Terrilyn Nelson graduated in the first class from Memorial Area Vocational School. Plans included: fund raising activities to facilitate going to regional meetings, collected money for March of Dimes, stomped in Sigmas Greek Extravaganza, rededication and Finer Womanhood ceremony on February 22, 1981, inducted new members into the 1.2. Club, gave Easter Party for Kids at the Day Care Center, passed out fruit to Elderly for Mardi Gras, finished decorating the Shrine Room, sponsored Gospel Program for Black History Month, played Co-ed volleyball with the Sigmas, played intramural softball, entered Miller oftball Tournament, had a Blue and White Ball with the igmas, and the annual Blue and White Pi nic,

The members of Xi Epsilon Chapter have as to date sponsored a talent show with the members of the Zeta Iota Chapter of PHI BETA SIGMA Fraternity, Inc., dedicated time and energy to the Todler II Day Care Center and the Fifth Street Day Care Center, and participated in an all Greek sidewalk show. For Founder's Week we had a display in the Student Union, a birthday cake in the Student Cafeteria and a steak and potato at Bonanza's. During this week the

members wore blue and white each day. The members of Xi Epsilon and Zeta Iota, Zetas and Sigmas respectively, shared in the rush activities of each others sorority and fraternity.

Southern Region Soror Receives Hearing Dog Soror Mary Bess of Midland, Tex.as, past Basileus of Eta Epsilon Zeta, has received a hearing dog presented by the Chapter. Soror Bess, a teacher in Midland, Texas for 19 years, had to resign her position with the system because of her hearing loss. After several years of treatment and surgery for inner ear problems, Soror Bess retired one night hearing and awakened the next morning to a silent world. On hearing of her problem, the Chapter engaged in the project of securing a hearing dog for her. The dog was trained in Englewood, Colorado. The dog cost nothing, however, its training and financing the expenses of Mrs. Laura Rhea to come and train Soror Bess was $2,500.00 Eta Epsilon Zeta Chapter gave a benefit tea involving the entire city of Midland to raise the necessary funds.

The dog alerts Soror Bess of the door bell, telephone, smoke alarm and other sounds that we take for granted. Soror Bess is still active in the Sorority here and leads an active life in the community. She sings with the deaf choir and does volunteer work with deaf children among many other activities. The dog, "Smoky", has opened many avenues that would be closed to a person with a hearing loss.

Left- Soror Mary Bess, Center - Soror Pearlie Johnson, Right- Laura Rhea

Gamma Kappa Zeta Chapter: Texarkana Soror Helen V. Mitchell has been approved and certificated by the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling as a Professional Counselor in the state of Arkansas. She is presently employed by the Texarkana Arkansas School District as secondary counselor at the North Heights Junior High School.

Sorors Dorothy Boyd and Idell Watson were recently given Life Memberships in the PT.A in the Texarkana, Texas schools where they are employed as teachers. Beta Tau Sigma fraternity and Gamma Kappa Zeta sorority held a joint Founders' Day banquet at the Holiday Inn.

Brother Lewis Enghram, of Houston, was the speaker for the occasion. Soror Lullelia W. Harrison, of Houston, held a planning meeting in Texarkana with the local Amicae, who will host the Regional meeting here in the summer. Soror Emma R. Jones, Antapokritis

Baylor University Nu Iota Chapter: Waco Gre tings to all Sorors from Bear ountry Baylor University's Nu Iota hapl r in Waco, Texas. Sine our charier was granted in November, 1979, we hav been busy growing in sisterhood and upholding the traditions of Z ta Phi B ta orority, Inc. Web gan our 198081 activities with a g l acquainted rec ption pl mber 16 for all worn n stud nts, with

speeches by our faculty and sponsors and student entertainment. It was an excellent opportunity to meet and greet incoming freshmen and transfers. For th month of October we sponsored a seminar with the theme "Women in the '80s." It included speeches on opporlunili s for women, as well as beauty make overs and tips on charm and poise. o]

November and December were our biggest months last fall. We held a reception for B.U. alumni and students on Friday of Homecoming Week (November 7). We celebrated our victory over the University of Arkansas with a dance the following night. These two events are sponsored annually by our chapter. We held our rush party for spring 1981 on December 6 in the student union

Southern Region building. Our talented sorors presented skits, songs, a slide presentation, and answered questions about our fine sorority. Interested women returned for interviews the following morning; our sorors voted on the prospects over lunch. We informed the young women of their acceptance by kidnapping them for six a.m. breakfast at the local pancake house-still in their robes! Later that week we celebrated the graduation of our first Zeta graduate, Soror Sherilyn Williams, who is also a member of our Zeta National Undergraduate Committee.

The 1981 Spring pledge class began pledgeship and line activities on January 12, after returning from Christmas break. It is our belief that they will persevere and become fine Zetas. Nu Iota sponsored Black Heritage Week February 9-14. Our activities included Dallas Cowboy Robert Newhouse, who spoke to our student body on motivation in sports and the business world; B.U.-ex Robert Heiskell, first Black to graduate B.U. Law School and presently assistant U.S. District Attorney for the northern district of Texas; and a Valentine Dance on February 14. Still in the works are

plans for a booth at Diadeloso (Day of the Bear-student playday) and our annual all-campus picnic. Our sorors also continue to tutor public school students and work with area Girl Scouts. We are looking forward to seeing all our sisters at state and national Boule. Wish us continued success as we finish our second year at Baylor. We are proud and grateful to be part of a great sorority.

Top Lady of the Year: Lady Vashti Smith

Lady Vashti Smith is truly a woman of service. She is active religiously, politically, and socially. She has dedicated her life to the children and youth of her community. She says that it is challenging and rewarding to help children and youth to gain a positive self concept and share their talents with others through useful service in order that they may take their place in today's society. Lady Smith is an active member of the Miles Chapel C.M.E. Church. She is Director of Music, Christian Education,

Sunday School Teacher, Vice-President of the Missionary Society, Sponsor of Children's Work and Choir. She serves as District Director of Children's and National Director of Children's Work of the C.M.E. Church. She writes an Article (Children's Corner) every month in the Missionary Messenger of the C.M.E. Church. She is Annual Conference Secretary of Missionary Education. She is a member of the Order of Eastern Star where she has helped with the youth group, served as President of Pandora Civic Club, organized Brownie Troops, a member of the World Federation of Methodist Women and Church Women United. She is serving as the Grammateus of ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY and at one time sponsored the ARCHONETTES. She has sponsored many beautiful fund raising activities for the Church, School and Community. She is known in the community as a lady who loves children, music, Teas and Weddings (she has sponsored many w ddings for her "Jewels", as she calls them). While employed in the schools of Texarkana, she has served as an

elementary Principal, Teacher, Coordinator of The Homebound Program, Choral Director, Reading Teacher, Speech and English Teacher, Teacher of Exceptional Children, helped in the establishement of the first Special Education Program in the city and in the State of Arkansas. She has traveled extensively, always bringing back new ideas to her school, community, and church. She is a Life Member of the PT.A, member of the NEA and the National Retired Teacher's Association. She was WHO'S WHO in TEXAS EDUCATION 1976, Educator in the news 1979. Lady Smith has received many awards and Plaques for her innovative ideas to better her community and the teaching of the basic knowledge and culture necessary for survival of Black children (also White children, because children are children), in Today's world. !n recognition of the many outstanding Community contributions, Lady Vashti mith was selected unanimously as TOP LADY OF THE YEAR of the Twin ity Chapter of TLOD.

The historical week-long 60th Anniversary Boule of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at the Holiday lnn-Rivermont concluded its business sessions and activities with commitment to its objectives and social service projects in the decade of the eighties. The summer 1982 Boule will convene in Richmond, Virginia with Headquarters at the John Marshall Hotel, Alpha Phi Zeta, the host chapter. Among the highlights of this Leadership Conference as reported by the host Chapter Alpha Eta Zeta: ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS-Outstanding service to Zeta-Joanna Houston Ransom, Brooklyn, N.Y., Zeta's third Grand Basileus and former professor of English at Howard University; Dr. Mary Tuggle Tillman, St Louis, Mo., pediatric specialist in the care of high risk new born infants; Dr. Allyce S. Gullatee, professor of family medicine and psychiatry at Howard University, Washington, D.C.; Nancy Taylor, "Airman of the Year", one of ten Senior Black Commissioned Females; and Charlotte Wilens, Atlanta, Ga., "The Grand Basileus Award", community volunteer.

"BIG TEN" AWARDS-Given to Chapters with the largest memberships, almost all exceeding 100. Alpha Eta Zeta of Memphis is one of them. LEGACY AWARD OF YEAR-Bessie Jackson of Houston, Texas for the perpetuation of Zeta within the family (two daughters and four nieces). Many other Zetas received awards for influencing relatives to join the organization. SPECIAL AWARD-Lullelia W. Harrison, Houston, Texas, a past Grand Basileus, who has rendered long years of outstanding service to Zeta. Numerous sorors received awards for decades of 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 years service.

IDA B. KING, Gary, Indiana, retiring Executive Board Chairman, was designated Executive Board Chairman Emeritus. SPECIAL RECOGNITION-Two of the three living founders present at the Boule were: Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Jamaica, N.Y., and her natural sister, Viola Tyler Goings of Springfield, Ohio. Mrs. Faithful served as second Grand Basileus in 1921 after the founding of the Sorority at Howard University in 1920. Gladys Warrington, Phildelphia, Pa. was recognized as the first initiate.

Awards to Chapters operating 60 "Stork's Nest" Centers during the 10th Anniversary of the Project designed to help community disadvantaged women have quality prenatal and continuing health care.

A "first" for Zeta among Greek-letter organizations-Credits given to Workshop participants through cooperative planning of Memphis State University Center for Continuing Education, Dr. Frank Lewis, Director.

CHAPTER AWARDS-Undergraduate First Place-Eta Delta of Northern Illinois University Graduate First PlaceEpsilon Lambda Zeta of Prairie View, Texas.

TO YOU Dr. Edith V. Francis Dear Dr. Edith V. Francis, This poem is just for you; No other one enhances All things the way you do. We are so glad you were chosen To lead the Zetas this way, To ov rcome strife and woes unspoken That we face from day to day. We know from whence you came, And to you we fondly say; It's indeed an honor to see your name Placed before us, in Inauguration today.

The Zetas' Hats are off to you, You're true as our symbol, the White Rose. Yes, our Hats are off to Lovely you And we'll support you, wherever you go. This White Rose we give to you Because it speaks of love, Our hardiest handshake we offer too, With all the Zetas' love. Carry on Dear Edith, in your quest, To make our cause more strong, With you; we vow to do our best Because you are now, our very own. By: Betty Hill

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION FUND GIFT Enclosed is my personal contribution to the Educational Foundation Fund

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Make payable to: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Educationru Foundation Fund Mail to: Soror Evelyn Brown, Secretary-Treasurer 1349 Aniwaka Avenue, S.W. Atlanta, Georgia 30311

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