Issuu

Mal'ch of Dimes President D,: Jennifer L. Howse

Outstanding Z I

An Illustrious 1 • Zeta Phi Beta From 1920 into theJMillennium •

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY Here's A Special Offer For You From EBONY!

Intelligent, Successful, Talented, Beautiful, Role Model, You are all of this and more,

You're A ZETA! EBONY, the magazine that celebrates African-American achievement, now has a special offer for the illustrious members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority! Receive I full year - 12 great issues - of EBONY by subscribing today for only $14.97! Plus, you'll receive two free issues - for a total of 14 in all - if you send payment with your order.

EBONY, which has been No. I in its field for over 50 consecutive years, was founded in I 945 by fellow Greek John H. Johnson. Mr. Johnson and all of us at EBONY invite you to try it for a year at this special rate for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority - a savings of $15.03 off the newsstand price. Please clip and mail the coupon below today.

r---------- --- Yes! I want EBONY at the special Zeta Phi Beta rate of I year for only$ I 4.97 I save $15.03 off the newsstand price!! ___ Payment enclosed I recieve 2 extra issues by sending payment, a total of 14 issues in all Charge to

_Visa _Mastercard Discover

Card Number# Exp. date: Signature

_American Express

_ _ _

(all credit orders mu I be igned)

___ Bill Me Name (please pnnn

Address_ City

Telephone

Apt/I __

_ State _ _ Zip _ _

Mail to: EBONY, do Johnson Publishing Company, 820 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

IZP98

______________ _J

Height of Zetas' White Dove Official Poem for the 75th Anniversary By Soror Nancy Shepard Official Poet for the 75th Celebration & Official Poet Laureate, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Out of the depth of God's own soul Came a creation from a special mold Zeta Phi Beta is her cherished name There is none other one can claim Behold her appearance of blue and white As she rides the white dove in its magnificent flight She soars on the wing of this great Bird of Peace With a hearth that is humble, a heart that is meek Her countenance is calm, her face is serene Bathed in goodness held in high esteem Her smile is radiant without a frown The cloud encircles her head like a crown Sprinkled deep within her mind Are the goals and objectives one of a kind Scholarship, service, and sisterly love Are never forgotten as she rides the White Dove. Her brilliant torch is like a harbor burning bright Lighting the world from darkness of night. Her hand does hold the Zeta shield Welcoming all women of good will Place across her bosom are the true Alphabets Please know they are the best of the best Read them well and know them to be Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Soar on Sweet Zeta ride the White Dove As it lifts its wing in its flight of love. _ &•clto11 , f11111✓11n· .2000

The Archon Vol. 45, Issue I

STAFF

Table of Contents Cover Our 21st International Grand Basileus, Dr. Barbara West Carpenter and March of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse

Editor-in-Chief

Shirley M. Campbell

FEATURES

National Editorial Board

Sharon Hardin Wendy Robinson Tuesday Shorty Monifa Tippitt Contributing Editor Vickie L. Robinson Graphic Design

J & S Communications Wbite Plains, NY Publisher

A Sister of the Dove: Ebony Fashion Fair Model Soror Katrice Offord

Stork's Nest: Zeta Phi Beta Celebrates its 29-year partnership with the March of Dimes

Grand Boule '98: A Royal Conference in the Black Mecca

The Printing House Quincy, FL

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Cover Picture and Boule Pictures are courtesy of Don T. Morgan Photography, 770-819-0881 .

Outstanding Zeta of the 20th

entury

Pictures in the Stork's Nest article are courtesy of the March of Dimes. An extra special thank you to Soror Sharon Hardin for her sisterly support and hard work. Que tions regarding receipt of your copy of the Archon should be directed to the National Headquarters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 1734

ew Hamp hire Avenue, N. W. Wa hington, D. C. 20009 202-387-310 I, ax 202-232-4593 www.zpb1920.org E-Mail: zetanatlhq ;;,worldnet.att.net

DEPARTME T

A Message from the Grand A Mc sage from the Editor

Amcricorp An I llu triou I l i tory: Zeta Phi Beta from 1920 into the Millennium History Ti mel inc I listory or the Arch n Magazine Tribute to the Founder real Zeta Leader National --ducation Foundation clebrate 25 Year of xi tence

3 4 5

13 17 27 .45 46

A Message From The Grand Dr. Barbara West Carpenter It is a pleasure to present this special edition of the Archon, the first in the year 2000. When deciding the contents of this journal which we hope will become a collector's item, it was clear that a little bit of Zeta history, trivia and nostalgia would be included. Thus the editor and the editorial staff met the challenge by reviewing some highlights of the many years of our existence to remind our readers about life with Zeta Phi Beta Sorority over the past 80 years. As I pondered our humble beginnings in the early 1920's, I tried to imagine what our dear founders had in mind for this grand organization. Given that they were all young coUege students, they apparently were remarkable women who had the vision, fortitude and the desire to start the beginnings of a great legacy. They are our heroes and the growth of this Sorority has yielded many other heroes as well. The newly released history book, Torchbearers ofa Legacy-A History of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority 1920-1997 provides an indepth look at the lives of the many women who have helped to plan and map the future of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. Some of these brave women who helped shape the character of the Sorority are cited in this edition of the Archon. As we entered into the year 2000, J became ever more mindful of the dynamics of our legacy and that our job as leaders, role models and mentors should not be taken lightly. We have a rich history on which to build a future. The great statesman, Jomo Kenyatta once said that "Our children may learn about heroes of the past. Our task is to make ourselves architects of the future". These past eighty years have been filled with hope, promise, vision and tenacity. There is an even greater task ahead for the new architects of the future. It is my hope that you will enjoy this commemorative edition and keep it for future generations.

Dr. Barbara West Carpenter 21 t International Grand Basilcus

. fn'ho11 , f111111JN'I' 2()()()

A Message From The Editor Shirley M. Campbell

t is my esteemed pleasure to bring to you the first Archon of the New Millennium! Within th se pages are a culmination of the hard work, sacrifice, and dedication of sorors who have endeavored to keep the light of Zeta ever burning bright.

With the guidance of our International Grand Basilcus Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, I have put together this magazine to ii lustrate the history and achievements of our great sisterhood. In conveying the very es ence of Zeta, I enlisted the help of new and sea oned sorors. I believe that one of the strengths of our sisterhood is diversity. Ever since our founders established our ideals over 80 years ago, we have embraced their concept and enhanced them through our national programs. Our past grand basilei have provided the leadership and vision that has enabled us to take Zeta to each new and exciting level. Zeta's contribution to the shaping of African-American history cannot be denied. As you will read in this magazine, sorors aero s the globe have exerted great influence in all areas and continue to make strides. It is my hope that you will get a true sense of just how far we have come, how much we have achieved, and the great success we have obtained in the 20111 century. We have excelled and set the standard for serving our community and uplifting the selfesteem of our youth. As a former Archoneue, I never dreamed I would become Editor of the Zeta magazine. Do we still have goals to accomplish? Yes we do! We must learn to publicize our activities on a consi tent basis and support our sister chapters on an even greater level. While our partnership with the March of Dimes officially began in 1971, Zetas have championed the cause of the March of Dimes for nearly 50 year . In the early I 950's, sorors supported the March of Dimes effort to help bring about an end to polio, once considered a major health problem. Articles and advertisements were placed in the Archon. Today, as the first AfricanAmerican Greek lettered organization to form a partnership with the March or Dimes, we stand proudly as trailblazers and continue lo work closely with the March of Dimes staff I considered it a challenging task to compile over 80 years of spectacular Zeta history. However, thanks to the as i lance of our International Grand Basileus Soror Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, National Hi torian Soror Dr. Lullelia W. l larrison, National History Advisory Board member oror Mary Wright, former Archon editor oror Marie Nero Tarver, Midwestern Regional Director Soror Lillian Marigny, and National Director of Youth Affiliates oror Jennie I larrison, my job was made much easier. A we move forward into the 21" entury, let u be mindful of what has led u to thi point.

Sisterly,

oror hirlcy ampbell ditor, Archon Magazine 4

frrh,111 , fi11111m·r ~'()()()

Excerpt from National Service: Getting Things Done for America By Harris Wofford, CEO. Corporation for Service

Now more than ever, our country needs citizens to serve in our communities. We face profound challenges that need our attention - from city streets plagued by crime and drugs to classrooms where students are falling behind. Every major religion preaches that it is better to serve than be served, more blessed to give than receive. These religions, which are centuries old and diverge in so many ways, share a common belief in service. Martin Luther King Jr. put it another way: "Life's most persistent and most urgent question is, "What are you doing for others?" But service is more than a moral or religious obligation. It's essential for our democracy. America was founded on the idea of self-government, on the rights and powers of the people. Effective government depends on civic participation. Healthy communities depend on informed, active citizens. In a nation as diverse as America, our country cries out for something to bring us together. Service and citizenship have helped keep us together for more than two centuries through all kinds of challenges, in spite of all of our differences. As Americans look at each other across a racial and economic divide, national service can be common ground. There is a lasting joy that comes from serving others. The harder we work for others and the betterment of society, the more fulfilled we feel. Thomas Jefferson called it the "public happiness" that comes from participating in self-government. The secret heart of America and the secret to over success has always been o'er belief that we can change things, we can make things better, that working; together we can solve our most difficult problems. As we enter a new century and a new era of limited government, that idea - and how we put it into practice - will be more important than ever.

A mericorps, one of the Sorority's partners for the Seven Point Plan of Action component, Community Volunteerism, participated in the 1998 Boule as a partnership exhibitor and workshop presenter. For additional information about AMER1CORPS and an application call 1-800-942-2677 or visit us at www.americorps.org

AmeriCorps Getting Things Done.

ZETA RETURNS TO THE EBONY FASHION FAIR FOR A SECOND SEASON/ BySororShirleyCampbell

he's another fine Zeta. This 6' 2" stunning brown beauty's talents on the runway obviously did not go unnoticed. Soror Katrice Offord, a native of Houston, Texas has returned for a second consecutive season with the world's largest traveling fashion show. Traditionally most models with the Ebony Fashion Fair are booked for one year.

Soror Offord was initiated into the Omega Gamma Chapter in the Spring of 1996. She is a current member of Epsilon Lambda Zeta chapter, and plans to be an active member when the tour ends. "Leslie Rhines Joseph (the immediate past National Third Anti-Basileus) and I went to school together; she was a motivating force during my Zeta career at Prairie View". What attracted Soror Offord to Zeta was how active and sociable the sorors were on campus and the sisterhood they exhibited. Don't be surprised when you attend the Ebony Fashion Fair if you see Soror Offord flashing the "dove sign" upon her initial entrance and final curtain call to the stage! "I met Kim Sawyer, our National Grammateus at one of the shows and she gave me the Zeta sign! Soror Offord is pleased to be a part of the success of the show and adds, "Ebony is an excellent foundation for a person starting out in modeling. It is a pleasure to do shows and say that I am a Zeta and that people appreciate it." This vivacious soror also does mentoring throughout the tour, and plans to bring the Ebony Fashion Fair models to a hospital in her hometown to visit ill babies. A Zeta to her heart, no doubt. Zeta Phi Beta salutes Ebony Fashion Fair and the stellar efforts it has put forth in promoting the careers of beautiful and outstanding young women like our soror and for its efforts in support of charitable organizations. Ebony Fashion Fair, the world's largest fashion show, celebrates its 42nd anni"Zeta Phi Beta salutes Ebony versary with the theme, "Fashions 2000". Thirteen magnificent Fashion Fair and the stellar models - eleven gorgeous women including Soror Offord and efforts it has put forth in two handsome men - showcase the provocative designs. The promoting the careers of show is produced by Ebony Magazine and travels to nearly 200 beautiful and outstanding cities around the world annually. A commentator, stage manager, business manager, music director and four wardrobe assistants, young women ... and for its including Soror Carolyn Rodgers accompany the models. efforts in support of charitable

organizations. "

The Ebony Fashion Fair is a division of Johnson Publishing Company, home of EBONY and JET magazines, FASHION FAJR COSMETICS and SUPREME BEAUTY PRODUCTS. Mrs. Eunice W. Johnson, wi fc of Publisher, Chairman and CEO John H. Johnson, is producer and director of the show. Three Zeta chapters Alpha Phi Zeta-Richmond, VA, Delta Zeta-Charlotte, NC, and Delta Sigma Zeta Gainesville, FL spon or the show in their cities and donate the funds to their chapter's scholarship fund or local charities. Visit Ebony al their World Wide Web Site at http://cbonymag.com. Click on to Ebony Fashion Fair to find out when the how will vi it your city!

. (l'(/,IHI , fimtlttt'I' ,!}(){){)

March a/Dimes Stork's Nest Special Delivery

Stork's Nest program materials have been upgraded to make the program easier to plan and implement. The new materials feature:

TOR~S nest

■ ■ ■

■ ■

A newly de igned Stork's Nest logo (see left) A detailed Stork's Nest Implementation Guide that contain an easy-to-use Stork's Nest Prenatal Education Curriculum Membership material for program participants: magnets, tote bag , member hip cards, graduation certificates, sticker , "Be Good to Your Baby" brochure , and Stork's Nest marketing brochures Zeta Phi Beta volunteer lapel pins A training video One copy of the Stork's Nest Implementation Guide, Curriculum, and membership materials will be provided and free of charge, to March of Dimes chapters, Regional Director of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and all existing tork's Nest ite must request the new material by ubmining a Requc l for Materials Form. The new materials include a Stork' Ne t ign and Birth crtificate. For more information contact Fides Ost bye, Manager of ommunity Programs, (9 I 4) 997-4455 or fo tbye@modimes.org.

Chapter participation in the Stork's Nest program has risen steadily since 1994 when there were 46 Nests across the country. In 1997, March of Dimes chapters reported 68 nests. Eighty-five percent of all Nests had both educational and incentive components. Congratulations to all chapters for recently opening or reopening Stork's Nests in their communities!

To date, the national office has distributed samples of the new Stork's Nest materials to all March of Dimes chapters and Zeta Phi Beta Regional Directors. March of Dimes divisions are advised to work closely with their chapters to share the materials, or to order the Implementation Guide/Curriculum directly through the Fulfillment Center. Fi fly requests were received for new materials from Zeta chapters at the Zeta Phi Beta National Conference in Atlanta. Half of these requests were from existing Nests; the remaining were from Zeta chapters i ntcrcstcd in establishing a Ne t.

The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Headquarters distributed a letter to all Zeta chapters notifying them about the availability or new materials. If your chapter receives a call from a Zeta with quc lions about the new materials, pica c hare the "Request for Materials Form" that all Director of Program Services received. Plea e remind Zeta representatives that this form must be submitted to the March of Dime national office in order to receive a complete set or materials. hapters can assist the Zetas by making sure they complete the form accurately and send completed form to the ornmunity Programs Division. .ornact Fidcs Ostbyc al

\\ L-ll - Dr. Ca17Je11ter, Evelyn Brown, Fit/es Ostbye, Co1111111111ity Programs Mgr: for the March of Dimes

914-997-4455 or by e-mail at.fostbye@modimes.org with questions.

The ~tork's Nest an~ Project Alpha programs were two of the many programs highlighted at the National Volunteer Leadership Conference in October 1998. Dr. ~arbara West Carpenter, International Grand Basileus of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorerit~, Inc., and Mr. Adrian Wallace, General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity: Inc. s~oke during a program breakout and Soror Lizzie Miller, a former Nat~onal Director or the Stork's Nest program, received the distinguished Elaine Whitelaw Volunteer Service Award (see photo on page JO).

Stork's Nest The Stork's Nest Program has a new look and logo! The following materials are ready for distribution: Implementation Guide for opening a Nest Updated Educational Curriculum Program Incentives Consumer Educational Materials (print and audiovisual) Training Video for the Implementation Guide Marketing Brochure for potential sponsors Redesigned Birth Certificate for Nest Opening Stork's Nest Standard Sign to display at Nests and/or conferences , fn./;011 , f:1111mrr [!()()()

[EIQ]R)

~'~ ™J ■ Contact the Zeta Phi Beta National Director of Stork's Nest at the Zeta Phi Beta National Headquarters (202-387-3103) to find out about obtaining the new program materials.

Dr. Carpenter presenting Best Practices for Working Wit/, 011r Partners Zeta Phi Beu, Sorority, Inc. & Alpha Phi Alpha, General President Adrian Wallace

■ Obtain and read the Stork's Nest Implementation Guide ■ Set up a meeting with the local March of Dimes chapter to discuss program resources, including educational materials, volunteer speakers and funding opportunities ■

Select a Stork's Nest Chairperson

■ Recruit volunteers to work on key Stork's Nest functions by: •Identifying a Stork's Nest location •Securing incentive items •Maintaining a cadre of volunteers •Getting program publicity •Managing overall business affairs •Providing prenatal education ses ions •Complying with program evaluation procedures

l-ll Marion Greenup-March of Dimes Program Chief; Dr. Barham West Carpenter - International Gram/ Basileus, Evelyn Brown - Storks Nest Director

■ Identify community leaders to participate including: •Prenatal health care provider •Maternal and infant health agency representative •Media representatives •Church leaders •Corporate partners

■

Develop an action plan for Stork's Nest Implementation

■

Work with the local March of Dime chapter to plan a tork's Nest Grand Opening elebration Elizabeth Miller - f{),r~time March of Dimes Vo/1111/eer & member of Ze/11 Phi Ue/11 Sorority, Inc.

• frch111 , fit✓nmrr !'{}(){)

~ lrnIBl ~Ill~~ ~'[SJ~

■

Contact the Zeta Phi Beta National Director of Stork's Nest at the Zeta Phi Beta National Headquarters 202-387-3103) to find out about obtaining the new program materials

■ Set up a meeting with the local March of Dimes chapter to discuss program resources, including educational materials, volunteer speakers and funding opportunities

■

Stock your nest with new Stork's Nest items including tote bags, magnets, membership cards, etc.

■ Call the local March of Dimes chapter to conduct a training session using the new Stork's Nest Prenatal Education Curriculum for instructors who will teach the new educational sessions Grand Basileus Dr: Barbara West Carpen/er This shot is shown in the WalkAmerica video

◄

■

Develop a resource library at the Stork's Nest facility using the Stork's Nest Implementation Manual as a guide

■

Begin using the new Stork's Nest tracking and evaluation system

■ Strengthen the March of Dimes/ Zeta Phi Beta relationship by inviting a March of Dimes representative to join the Stork's Nest Committee

Elizabeth Miller speech al Luncheon

►

For more information contact: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Headquarters 1734 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009 Tel: (202) 387-3103 Fax: (202) 232-4593 E-mail: zetanatlhq@worldnet.att.net

• (1'(0011 , !i1111111er .2000

I I

ETA

ETA HISTORY TIMELINE 1920-1945 BIRTH OF A TRUE SISTERHOOD: THE SHAPING OF THE ZETA LEGACY 1946-1971 DEVELOPING A BLUEPRINT FOR SUCCESS: CREATING INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS AND DEVELOPING COLLABORATIONS TO ASSIST OUR COMMUNITIES 1972-1999 FO RGI NG PARTNERS H IP S AND T 11 E EXPANSION OF TH E HLUE AND WHITE FAMILY

◄ 1920 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority founded, Founder Arizona Cleaver Stemmons elected first Basileus

1920

►

The Five Pearls made their relationship with Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. official by way of their constitution

1920 First annual meeting held with the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity in Washington, D. C.

► Founder Myrtle Tyler Faithful elected Basileus 1921

◄ 1922 First sorority magazine published, the X-Ray. Major tool in the sorority's growth . ... __ ..... ,+-•--

__ ... _,,

1923 Fir t Graduate Chapter established, Alpha Zeta, Baltimore, MD, Finer Womanhood Week e tablished, orority incorporated

1926 Name of Grand Basileus established for the National President of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority • ft,c/;r)II , ;;I/IIIIICI' 2()()()

►

1929 Sorority Magazine renamed the Archon The editor was Gladys Warrington, the first initiate of Alpha Chapter in 1920

◄

1937 Violette Anderson Day established. She was the first African-American woman to practice law before the US Supreme Court.

1948 Life Membership Category established

◄ 1948 First Executive Director of a black "Greek organization. Fir t national Auxiliary of an African-American college sorority, the Arnicae

1954 Zetas supported the Supreme Court decision on school integration

►

1959 ational HQ purcha cd

fn0,,11 , fimmm· !'()()()

► Soror Doris Green writes National Pan-Hellenic Council Hymn 1966

1968 Youth group officially named Archonettes

1970 Amicettes established, National Education Foundation founded, Night of the Performing Arts established

◄ 1971 Stork's Nest Program began

1972

STOR~S

nest

Finer Womanhood Month established

1975 National Educational Foundation incorporated, first undergraduate retreat held

► Passing of Founder Pearl Anna Neal 1978

◄ 1980 Passing of Founder Arizona Cleaver Stemmons

1983

►

Pa ing of Founder Viola Tyler Goings C

fl'(°h(Jf/

'!11/11//1{'/' .2000

1983 - 1984 Zetas respond to Project Hunger by providing over one ton of food to the mission in Detroit, MI

1987 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. selected as one of the 1000 Points of Light by President Bush

1990

►

The Dove becomes the national sorority symbol, Membership Selection Intake Process established

1991 Zeta receives its first federal grant for $191,657 for Project Zeta, Stork's Nest Charity Fund granted 501 c3 status

◄ 1993 Passing of Founder Myrtle Tyler Faithful

1994 Pearlettes established

◄ 1995 Zeta Celebrates 75th Anniversary

1995

►

Passing of Founder Fannie Pettie Watts

1998 Zeta History Book relca ed

1999 Newe t Honorary Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Nettie Wa hington Dougla , Marlena Small , Angela Robinson, Brenda Joyce Muhammed I6

lnht111 , fimw11·r ~'()(}()

The Archon Magazine: A Historica] Journey through Zeta's Official Publication

7 ltln ]JI~

June 1929 Archon [>

lrl

- ,,r.,ril~

March 1934 Chapter Chatters [>

,. 111\t'rl

, 11\Tilk

[ '1,\H,('11 l!i:U I LINL Jt,H

December 1926 Ex-Ray 1936 Blue Book [>

ur sorority ha undergone changes which h.as simple, mimeographed publication. During the fir t part reflected the times in which it wa publi hed. of the 1930' , the magazines were called "Chapter hatThe original name of our publication was X- ters". Soror Lullclia l Iarrison revived regular publicaRay, and it wa publi hcd between 1921 and 1922. Grace tion of the Archon. The Archon was re-named for an Bradley of Atlanta erved as the fir t Antapokriti (Edi- architectural column, denoting strength. The name wa tor) or (Jerveler). There wa no magazine during the cho en to correspond with the name of the pledge club Depression year and during the term of Grand Ba ileu (from X-Ray to Archonian lub). The Antapokritis of Violette Ander on, a publication called The Blue Book the fir t Archon was Marjorie ills (there was an Arwas established. It wa the sororities' fir t sorority di- chon published in 1929). In 1986 the nam of rectory that wa printed periodically from the 1920' . Antapokritis was replaced with ditor. I lcrc i a Ii ·t f Antoinette Bowler mith erved a Antapokritis of the all the Archon editor f the 20111 ntury:

. fl'('h()/1 , fi1mm,·r sooo

December 1945 Archon [>

1938 Archon 'v

0Hoa1 0.11•n OI Th•

Zeta Phi B ta Sorority

June 1951 Archon 6

.1111_,·. Ht IU ",Ill J, Co •'I Nrrfll Oy 1,.,1,or"

July 1946 Archon

December 1952 Archon

Soror Grace Bradley 1921-1922 (X-Ray)

Soror Antoinette Bowler Smith L927-1929 (X-Ray '27, '28, Archon-'29)

Soror Nellie A. Buchanan 1922-1923 (X-Ray)

Soror Bertha Allen Jackson 1929-1930 (The Blue Book)

Soror Lillian R. Smith l 923-1925 (X-Ray)

Soror Gladys Warrington 1930-1934 (Chapter Chatters)

oror Wcnova Harvey J 926-1927 (X-Ray)

Soror Harriet La Forrest 1934-1935 (Chapter Chatters)

. fn/lf)I{ , fi,mmt'I' 2000

December 1962 Archon

, ·.·~

January 1964 Archon I>

'.~ r

..............

II,•.,. .•

, ....

. ..... .... ,,

June 1963 Archon

June 1965 Archon

Soror Antoinette Bowler Smith 1935-1940 (Chapter Chatters, The Blue Book, Archon) Soror Marjorie Hunt Sills 1940-1943 (Archon) Soror Nancy B. Woolridge McGhee 1943-1946 (Archon) Soror Lela B. Porter-Rhinehardt 1946-48 (Archon) 20

. frchw , fi,mmrr :!()()(}

Soror Marie Nero Tarver 1948-1952 (Archon) Soror Lillian J. Fentress 1953-1958 (Archon) Soror Mary Theriot William 1958-1965 (Archon) Soror Marian H. hannon 1965-1970 (Archon)

June 1967 Archon v' Fall/Winter 1975 Archon [>

■ TOWARd A hETTER GENERATiON

ZETAS: AGENTS of cl1ANGE

---· December 1967 Archon [>

•

ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY, INC .

,,.,,

1-t•R1,.w cmrro»

ll1 \ t'ttl 8El,\, lAotHlY 11K'

1971 Archon 6 May 1969 Archon [>

Spring 1982 Archon [>

Soror Dorothy P. Lee 1970-1974 (Archon)

Soror Doris McAdams Stokes 1986-1992 (Archon)

Soror Effie 8. Burford 1975-1978 (Archon)

Soror Sharon Hardin 1992-1996 (Archon)

oror Frances A. Hawthorne 1978-1980 (Archon)

Soror Shirley Campbell 1996- Present (Archon)

Soror Jean E. Harris 1980-1986 (Archon)

• /,,c/w11 , /;11111111'1' 2000

Fall/Winter 1987 Archon

Spring/Summer 1987 Archon

Fall/Winter 1989 Archon

ARCHON . · -" ... ,.

·,~

I I

11-:l,\ 1'111 IWJ",\ SOIWIUl'r. INC' .

Spring/Summer 1991 Archon

ARCHON f"'

fh (

11,

••u••

Spring 1993 Archon J 993-94 Winter Archon

.1,,,.1ln<ho,

Ufurr. Ow tluwt .,.,. lm.ftl N'llfl ltt .,.... I Th,, { hild 1'191 lmr,nllnQlnf)urhmaH rtwChifd 19'11 lnw,,ur1qlnOur hnuror. rt. Child l'1'fl lffllftf fflll h, our f-utt,.-. n. (tukl l'fiil .__ ,.,._ 111(.>vr fuhar•· llw Chiki l""t lnu,.1,,..1lnOur fl.lhlrr. ~ ( hid l'WI J-..a1r111 111 Gitt hhur. fhe (hild 1991 '-'•lltmql,,Ourruh,,. Th.Chad l'"l•t.r.... t1rto1lrtOu, FlltUrr. 11w Chld t?C,11 lnw.t q Ill our h1u,. Ow (hid l"'JI -ln<w•t,hmJ'"OurJuhm• ltwCNki IIJ'II t-11n,JlnOur futUN Tlw (.lllld !9\11 1m,ftliflrl 14 01K hh••• lh.t ( hlld

19'JI lnu!Wll

lnOurtu11.1,w llw (mld 19"1I ln"-tirtoilnOu r 1991 JrMooftl inA 5'I our f.U V1' S: (hold lm.•no.,_ lri Our f "'"'"· ltw { hi1d 19',t l - 5nws11null'I0111

Futwn Tho, l:hdd l'f'H

lwturr. nw lhild

19'11

1.-11ni1 In our lu11.1,~ lMI Child l~I lm.n1,r'IIJlnOm hllur• ftw ( hid 19'ill J-,"'111 In (ltAI' F'-'tutf flw ( l>lld t'WI lrn,e.i~lnOurf111uH· llwthikl J'IIJl-ln\nllnglnOu t J uturr. tt. Chili 19'tl fffllflllftll m o&ar I uturr Tt. (~ 1 .. 1.1"'°'"' 1nQl,,Ovrlut11t• rtw(hl,I

l'1'JI

1,,_ tingllllOurfut11r• [he(~ J~I ln,.-..-1111ln°'-ir ,.,, bwft1111q I,, 1 \0lw• I lw ( h.id 1'191 ·IM-fllifto!IIA0urh1111r• flw(.hild l~l •l"~ ..,1n<Jft10tu lalUl"C Uild 1'91 lrwftf lnlt In ow 11-1uirr rtw lhild 11)91 l-,.•a.11n1JnOurfu1urrllM(hild l'HI !- •~ln.01•r hthnr. fl• Chld 19'tl 1,_.1-..i 111 t 1111,,r. 11,f, { hlloJ

°"'

I uturr. nw Clllld

°"''

IYYJ 1,__.ung1nOu,tuturr.Tlw(hlld l'Nl J,,,-,iOlllnOur l•111rr. rtw thld 1,-,1 ~.... llrl ou, Juc11rr. 11w fhlli l 1'i'f\ .....-«MlllnOu,r1.11"'"' rtwc hid tWl 1-no,,,1111lnOu, f M111re: T ~ <.:hid 1crn In -.iur f utu,... n. O.Mtt 'nl·lnwstinAfflOurfi.tuN" rtw(hild IWI lm.nlnqlnOu, I atUff': Tlw { hid 191f1 ""-'WI!& in our F uh•N [hr Ctwld ,..,,,.-..111N11f10urtutu,.. IM-(hild 1•Htin<Jln0111 fwur• n~ (.lild 1'1'U hwnnr'9 nur futun IM (hl,t

,.......,,ng

'°"'

1996-1997 Fall/Winter Archon 1997 Spring/Summer Archon

._:,

H"-11\-

._,.., ...... ,..,11, Ir~,_,,.,. \l ....,,11r1nt1, u.,1, 1.i,...,,,,,

Zeta's of the Southeastern Region, led by Soror Bettye Shelling, Regional Director and Soror Evelyn Brown, Boule Marshal, and of course our i 11 ustrious and dynamic International Grand Basileus Soror Dr. Barbara West Carpenter definitely "pulled out all the stops" to ensure the success of this Grand Boule. Ofcourse, this Boule', referred to by many as the most successful conference ever, set many records. Indeed, this record-breaking Boule drew the highest number of registered sorors to date ( over 3,500) not even including the thousands of sorors, guests, Sigma Brothers and fellow Greeks who flocked to the convention. This conference marked the sorority's third visit to Atlanta (1938, 1976, and 1998) and was the last official Boule of the 20th Century. On Saturday, July 18, the first official day of Boule, our illustrious International Grand Basi leus Barbara West Carpenter delivered 55 layettes to the West End Medical Center in Atlanta. Th is event was the cu Im i nation of the Metro At Ian ta chapters' collaborative effort that began on Saturday. June 2 7 in what was termed the Storks' Nest Blitz". Special thanks the Boule Public Relations Committee for bringing attention to the Sororities' signature program, Stork's Nest and to the Boule. The committee did an outstandingjob ofpublicity and set the tone for future committees. The five Metro Atlanta area chapters held the "blitz" at Atlanta's Mall West End and collected over 500 items that translated into 55 layettes. Community members and Zetas donated items to the cause. Members of the March of Dimes joined the staff of the Medical Cutter as the Grand presented them with the layettes. "This is but a small part of the commitment that Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has made to the continued relationship with the March of Dimes" Dr. Carpenter said. "We arc so pleased with the work that your wonderful center is doing, and we look forward to a long, fruitful continuation." With much pomp and circumstance, the 1998 Boule began with the Opening Public Ceremony. An overflow crowd was on hand as Soror Mildred Spicer West, mother of the Grand, uniquely introduced our supremely elegant International Grand Basileus. The evening continued with greetings from the Honorable Bi II Campbell, Mayor ofAtlanta along with the representatives and presidents of Greek organizations including Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority,Adrian L. Wal.lace, General President, A I pha Phi A I pha Fraternity lnc., Jerry O. Pittman, Grand Polaris, rota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., and Peter M. Adams Esq., the 30th National President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. The audience was treated to the vocal styling ofSoror Cathy Stegman from the Pacific Region. Peter M. Adams, Esq. the 30th lnternational President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. delivered a warm welcome. The family of the Grand was present to enjoy the festivities including husband Dr. Dana Carpenter, Sorer Mildred Spicer West, and Brother Atty. Joseph West. Several presentations were made prior to the evening's dynamic speaker's appearance on the podium. The 1998 Presidential Award recipients included Dr. Jennifer Howse, President/CEO, March ofDimes, The Honorable Beverly Harvard, City orAtlanta Police Chief, Mrs. lrene Richardson. Quality Living Services, and the Honorable Maynard Jackson, former Mayor or ALian ta. A special award was given to Sorer Miranda Mack-McKensie of Anheuser Busch who was responsible for securing corporate spon orship or the Grand's Reception that immediately followed the close of the evening's Opening Ceremony. Another high I ight or the evening was an electrifying speech by Mr. Tony Brown. World-renowned author and talk show ho t. He tatcd that "Aptitude is the key to success. We must be prepared to move into the next millennium." [n bis parting word , he challenged Zeta to come out of the box and dare to be different". The Parade or Flags was a wonderful way to open the official business session. This spirited activity got the sorors' attention and provided esprit tic corps for al I. Fulton County Commissioner Gordon L Joyner presented a proclamation on bchal r of th ity of Atlanta declaring July 18-24 as Zeta Phi Beta Week.

Other attendees included National Counci I ofN egro Women (NCNW) President Dr. Jane E. Smith. Smith comp 1 i mented the sorors on the sisterly interaction she witnessed and the splendor of the opening session. She thanked Zeta Phi Beta for the generous contribution the NCNW. Later in the day the National Education Foundation hosted a Live Auction that proved to be one of the highlights of the conference, and a Recognition Awards Dinner was given to pay tribute to the outstanding individual sorors and chapters, regions, and auxiliaries who have made a difference. On Tuesday, Sorors,Am icae, and youth gathered at the Undergraduate/Youth Luncheon to applaud the distinctive accomplishments of our youth and undergraduate sorors. The Honorable Alexis Herman, Secretary of Labor was the keynote speaker. Awards were given to col legiates with the largest chapter, most new members, soror with the highest GPA and chapter with the highest cumulative GPA Youth Coordinator Soror Ella Nelson gave award presentations to Archonettes, Amicettes, and Pearlettes. Later in the evening a special dinner was given in honor of the 50 th Anniversary of the Amicae

auxiliary and to celebrate the friendship enjoyed between Amicae and Zeta's. Special awards were given to sorors who have contributed greatly to the success of the Amicae Club. The O'Jays, the featured attraction at the Night of the Performing Arts "brought the house down" and were looking good in all white suits. Members of the sorority joined the O' Jays on stage and were serenaded by Eddie Levert and Walter Wil Iiams. A respectable turnout ofAmicettes, Pearlettes, and Archonettes were on hand. The workshops were meaningful and the presenters were informative and gave added time for dialog with the audience. The workshop topics included health initiatives, technology, grantmaking, and economic development. The Southeastern Regional Breakfast held on Wednesday featured a Tribute to Past Grand Basilei. All living past Grands were present, Sorors Dr. Lullelia W. Harrison, Dr. Deborah Canon Wolfe, Isabel Herson, Janice Kissner, Dr. Edith V. Francis, Dr. Eunice S. Thomas, and Jylla Moore Foster. Soror Rosa Brown presided over the breakfast. Exquisite watches were presented to each Past Grand, courtesy ofWittenauer f nternational, another corporate sponsor of Boule. Another momentous and historic occasion occurred during the official unveiling and signing of the Zeta History Book. The response to the book was overwhelming and untold copies of the book sold I ikc "hotcakes". The Life Members Dinner gave special recognition to notable life m mbers, including regional life member directors and Golden Life Members. Soror Regina Holmes presided as National Director of Life Members. Wednesday night wa another' mind blowing" evening as the "Showcase of Talent" was pre ented. Soror Sheryl Underwood, Director or Honorary Member and the Mistress of Ceremonies for the evening, directed the evening in her own special, down-to-earth tyle. She had the crowd in "stitches" in herown way with her impromptu jokes and moved the evening along in smooth fashion. Dancer , comedians, and step show participants (Archonettes, Zeta's, and Sigma' ) got the crowd on their feet and left the audience clamoring for more. At the Closing Luncheon the guest peaker was Mr. Tavis Smiley of Black Entertainment Tclevi ion (BET). I Ii words of wisdom and thought-provoking questions delighted the crowd. He thanked the ladie of Zeta and acknowledged the sisterhood as a "prestigious organization". Grand Basileus Carpenter gave special recognition the I 998 Grande Boule corporate sponsors: IBM, Anheu er Bu ch, Coca-Cola, NationsBank, American Ex pre , Wittenauer International, Ma ters of Design Jeweler , and Mall Graphics. The culmination of the week-long conference was the Grande Ball/Desert Reception. Two ballroom were et up to accommodate the crowd, one with a live band and ice culpture , the other room had a DJ. A good time wa had by all, and when the Grand entered th room the mood wa cl vatcd and he gathered the soror together for the inging of the national sorority hymn. Boule '98 was truly am morable occa ion and the Southca tern Region, the Boule Planning omrnittec, and e p cially the Grand arc to be commended for a job well done and for ensuring that a quality conn rence wa presented for the benefit or orors, gue ts, and the general public.

The Pearly Gates: A Tribute to the Illustrious

Founders ofZeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. By Sharon Hardin

The college sophomore did what she was supposed to do. She had attended every sorority tea on the campus. She wanted to pick a sorority that was right for her. As she snuggled up on her dorm bed with all her information, she drifted off to sleep and had a dream that would change her life forever. As she slept, she imagined herself riding on a huge dove, floating through the royal blue sky adorned with white beautiful clouds. The air was so clean and instead of being afraid, she felt very safe ... really at home. As she continued on her peaceful journey, the large dove began to slow down as they came upon a very large gate with a big flaming torch to I ighten the dove's final decent into Zetadom-The Heavenly Estate. Yes, that is what the letters said on the delicately crafted gate where she also notice five beautiful pearls that were perfectly shaped and shone with a brilliance that almost took her breath away. As the doves dropped her in front of the gate, she wondered why she was there and what awaited her through the gates, which opened wider and wider with every step she took. All of a sudden she heard a voice from nowhere, "Welcome to Zetadom. In Zetadom you are welcome to linger here forever, as long as you put forth the highest ideal of scholarship, service finer womanhood and sisterly love." The young lady immediately thought, "that's easy I can do that" and Zetadom really seems like a nice place to be, but what are all the other people like. As she began to wonder if she would fit in Zetadom she wondered into a beautiful garden filled with the most gorgeous white roses you have every seen, and their sat ladies who welcomed her to join them. Now, she thought, l can begin to understand what kind of people live in Zetadom. The first lady's name was Arizona, who herself had been a college lady completing postgraduate work in Social Work. The young lady couldn't help but notice the dainty set of pearls that circled the woman's neck. Before going to the heavenly estate, she had worked in the field of social work director of a residence hall, a caseworker in preventing child abuse and a probation officer. She was active with church and had been a part of Zetadom, since 1920. In fact, the young lady found out that she was an original member of Zetadom and laid the foundation for a wonderful place. The second lady's name was Pearl, so fitting for the Heavenly Estate of Zetadom. Pearl was the artist, with graduate work from the finest schools of music around. In fact, she taught other's her gift of music all her life. She was a very fashionable lady and I could tell that she had many, many friends. She too had been a part of Zetadom since 1920 and was also an original member of Zetadom and laid the foundation for a wonderful place. Then there was Viola, oh what a melodic name. She too had been a college lady who went back to live near her

hometown and taught school for many, many years and was quite active in community affairs. In fact, two of her granddaughters followed her footstep, because she too had been a part of Zetadom since 1920 and was also an original member of Zetadom and laid the foundation for a wonderful place. Also in the lovely garden of white roses was Viola's sister, Myrtle. Myrtle had been very active in college, and went on to teach math to high school students. She was very faithful to her parents and took care of them until their death. She too had been a part of this wonderful Zetadom since l 920 and was so dedicated that two of her daughter also followed her to this wonderful place. The last lady was Fannie. A little giggle slipped the young lady's mouth as she introduced herself. Who would have a name like Fannie? But the older woman explained to her that she was born in the south and names like Fannie were the norm. Fannie was also a college lady and took her schooling out to teach in junior and high schools. She even worked as a social worker. And yes, Fannie had also been a part of Zetadom since 1920 and helped the other four ladies build a foundation that will last forever. As the young college girl thanked the five ladies for spending time with her, she realized that Zetadom was a good place to be. Filled with a spirit that has been generated from the five ladies she met in the rose garden. They were intelligent. They were beautiful, inside and out. Throughout their lives they have helped people, young and old. And they showed a bond that was unbreakable. A love that would make the world stand still. And pride for this place called Zetadom. This is where she not only wanted, but needed to be. The loud ringing sound abruptly woke the young lady out of her sleep. It was her best friend on the telephone I ine asking if she had made a sorority choice. The college sophomore immediately blurted out Zeta ... I 'm going to be a Zeta woman. And the rest is history!

FOUNDERS. left to right: Sorors Fonnie Pettie Watt•, Myrtle Tyler Faithful, Arizona Cleaver Stemons, Viola Tyler Going• and Pearl Neal.

. frcht>11 , li1111mrr ~'()(}(}

By Soror Shirley Campbell

Exhibiting zeal is the trademark of a true Zeta lady. The sorors featured on the following pages are wellrespected and admired throughout the AfricanAmerican community and the world. They are pioneers in their chosen professions. These unique and distinguished women have no equal, and are scholars. As a result, they have served as role models to thousands of people. While some have passed on, their legacy does continue and they are all influential ladies of distinction. They are more than just exceptional African-American women, they are revered by people from all walks of life ... they are the essence of finer womanhood, scholarship, service and sisterly love. These Zetas are royal examples of what many aspire to be, but only a chosen few will attain the status they have achieved. Their stories will inspire you!

istory was made in the United States Navy when Sorer Lillian E. Fishburne-Sullivan became the Navy's first African-American Female Rear Admiral Lower Half (one star). This momentous accomplishment occurred on February 1, 1998. Rear Admiral (RAD M) Fishburne-Sullivan was raised in Patu xent River, MD and Rockville, MD. She became a Zeta through Eta Pi Zeta Chapter in Montgomery County, MD, the same chapter she holds current membership today and is a Life Member. She attended Lincoln University in Oxford, PA and received a B. A. degree in Sociology. She went on to receive her M. A. degree in Management from Webster College in St. Louis, MO. In 1973 Sorer Fishburne-Sullivan was commissioned an Ensign upon completion of Women Officers' School at Newport, Rhode Island. Her Navy career began at the Naval Air Test Facility, Lakehurst, NJ as a Personnel and Legal Officer. Subsequent assignments were held throughout the United States and abroad, Including Japan and Hawaii. Soror Fishburne-Sullivan was promoted into positions of increasing responsibility in assignments such as Executive Officer, Naval Comm Station and Chief, Command and Control Systems Support. She was quickly recognized as a rising "star" in the Navy. The turning point in her military career came when she assumed command of the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station in Wahiawa, Hawaii. Soror Fi hbume has received countless awards and decorations including the Dcfcn e Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), Navy ommendation Medal (two awards), and the Navy Achievement Medal. She is married to Albert J. Sullivan of Daytona Beach, FL and they have one daughter, Cherese. With all the uccess she ha obtained, we know that it i just a matter of time before RADM FishburneSullivan pin on her ccond star. I Ier di tinctive accompli hments bring great credit to her elf and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

or over 30 years Soror Mary Ann Tillman, M. D. has served with distinction as a Pediatrician in St. Louis, Missouri. Licensed to practice medicine since 1960 and board certified in 1962, she has successfully managed her responsibilities as a physician along with her active participation and dedication to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Soror Tillman was initiated into Alpha Chapter at Howard University. She is an active member of Xi Zeta Chapter in St. Louis, MO and served as the Boule Marshal for the 70111 Anniversary Boule held in St. Louis. Soror Tillman was born in Bristow, OK. 1t was in her birthplace that the seeds of education began to form. She received her B. S. Degree from Howard University and then went on to earn her M. D. from the Howard University College of Medicine. Her subsequent internship and residency were done at Homer G. Phillips Hospital in St. Louis, MO. As the years passed, Soror Tillman progressed into positions of increased responsibility, beginning as a Clinical Assistant at Washington University School of Medicine to her current job as an associate professor of Pediatrics. Her affiliation with Washington University spans over 37 years. She was selected as Woman of the Year by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and is listed in Who's Who in American Women. Soror Tillman also received a Certificate of Appreciation from the March of Dimes for her work with young mothers and infants, and the St. Louis Globe Democrat Women of Achievement in Medicine Award, 25 years of Excellence - Barnes Hospital. Other distinctions include [fall of Fame, Booker T. Washington High School, and Distinguished Service Alumni Award, Howard University College of Medicine, among many other honors. lier professional affiliations include the American Academy of Pediatrics, the St. Louis Pediatric Society, the American Medical Women's Association, and the American Medical Association. Soror Tillman also serves on numerous boards. As a community pediatrician in private practice, Soror Tillman works extensively with youth. She is also an attending physician al St. Louis Children's Hospital and an associate professor of Pediatrics (clinical) at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, one of the top medical schools in the country. Soror Tillman is married to Judge Daniel T. Tillman and is the mother of Soror Dana Tillman Chee and Daniel T. Tillman, Jr, M. D. She has two grandchildren, Allison and Devin Chee. Her sincere interest in the health and welfare of our youth clearly extends far beyond the hospital grounds. In true Zeta style, she extends her hand to the community she serves.

, ,she was gracious, demure, and the epitome of Finer Womanhood". Archon Editor Marion Shannon wrote these words about Soror Elizabeth Duncan Koontz in the 1967 edition of the Archon magazine. She attained a long and distinctive career in education with impressive credentials. Soror Koontz is world-renowned for her significant accomplishments in this field of study. A native North Carolinian, Soror Koontz knew early in life that she wanted to pursue a career in education. She attended the Salisbury Public Schools and Livingstone College where she received a 8. A. degree in English and Elementary Education in 1938. Her master's degree in Elementary Education wa obtained at Atlanta University, with further study at both Columbia University and lndiana University. She went on to pursue additional training in education for the mentally retarded at North Carolina Central Univer ity. Soror Koontz taught in the North Carolina schools and her pa sion for teaching led her to become active in local and state teacher organizations. She eventually was elected President of the North Carolina Association of Classroom Teachers (NCACT), and under her leadership the organization publi heel its first edition of Guidelines for Local Associations of Classroom Teacher in 1961. Soror Koontz also became the first North Carolina teacher association member appointed to the NEA-DCT (National "ducation Association-Department of Classroom Teachers, with subsequent appointments to the N A-OCT advisory committee, secretary, and Vice-President. She wa ultimately elected President of the NEA-DCT that rep re ented 825,000 teachers nationwide. From that point Pre ident Lyndon Johnson appointed her to serve n the National Advisory ouncil on the Education of Disadvantaged hildrcn in 1965, the very same year that oror Koontz was inducted as an honorary member in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at the 45111 Annivcr ary Boule. She comes from a family of Zetas and Sigmas. he wa enthusiastically greeted by sorors at the 48111 Annivcr ary Boule held in Chicago, and served a the Youth Luncheon Speaker. The pinnacle of her career came when she was elected to the NEA in 1968, becoming the first African-American pre ident of the countries' largest professional organization. During the ixon Administration, oror Koontz headed the Women's Bureau of the Department of Labor and erved a a delegate to the United Nations ommission of the tatu of Women in 1970. I Icr last career appointment was as assistant superintendent for the Department of Public In ·truction. he retired from this po ition in 1982. During the course of her career, she amassed countless honors, citations, awards, and honorary degree that atte t to the high level of admiration and respect that people had lor her al I over the world. oror Koontz pa sed away in I 989. The field of education wa made much greater with the contributions or this bcauti ful, intelligent woman or conviction. Zeta i proud to claim Sorer Elizabeth Duncan Koontz as her wn!

As we cross in to a new millennium, it is so appropriate to reflect on the many accomplishments that

~ Zeta Women have given to the world. Once such Soror is Edith Sampson (1901-1979). Soror Sampson was recently honored as one of the 100 Most Fascinating Women of the Twentieth Century in the March ( 1999) issue of Ebony. Who is this fascinating Zeta Woman? Edith Sampson has a history that demands investigating. Her accomplishments are too many to site in this article. The highlights of her life include the first woman to receive an L.L.M. degree from Loyal University (1927). In 1938 Soror Sampson was admitted to the Chicago Chapter of the National Association of Women Lawyers (previously all white) and in 1947 appointed to serve as an assistant State Attorney in Cook County. Between the years of 1949 and 1962 Edith Sampson led a very exciting and rewarding life, In 1949 Soror Sampson (representing the National Council of Negro Women) went on the World Town Hall Tour which was comprised of various representatives from American interest groups. The World Town Hall Tour went abroad to advertise the benefits of American democracy and the free market. Shortly after her return in 1950 President Truman appointed Soror Sampson to the United Nations General Assembly. She was the first Black .Delegate to the U.N. In I 961 she was appointed to serve on the U.S. Commission on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, becoming the first black U.S. Representative to NATO. And the whirlwind continues when at retirement age in 1962, Soror Edith Sampson was elected as a judge on the Chicago Municipal Court, becoming the first black woman elected judge in the United States. As we look back in American history, the African American pages or in the history of our great Sorority, we can not overlook Soror Edith Sampson. Her story is very extensive and as well as impressive. I lcr life is one that our children need to know. The next time your child has a history report due, have them research Edith Sampson, and make sure they note that she was a woman of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. By Soror Sharon Hardin

b-7ecognized as one of the greatest writers/anthropologists of the 20th century, Soror Zora Neale Hurston K has etched an indelible mark on the world literary scene. Her success lies in the fact that through her writing she has demonstrated a unique ability to write timeless, vibrant fiction that brings characters that are so real and animated. She embraces the trauma, power struggles, and relationship that leave a lasting impression on anyone who reads her words. Sorer Hurston has been termed as the most pro Ii fie and widely pub I ished black female of her era. She was an anthropologist, author and playwright who was born in Eatonville, FL. She was a graduate of Howard University and received her A. B. degree from Barnhardt College in 1927, becoming the first black female graduate of the college. She attended and graduated from I Toward University and was initiated into Alpha chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. During her heyday she was a recognized genius in literary circles and he received acclaim from authors and literary editors. She was the author of several books and short stories, including "Mules and Men", "Jonah's Gourd Vine", "Pearls and Pig Pens", and the well known "Their yes Were Watching God". The Annual Zora Neale Hurston Festival is held in her birthplace of Eatonville, FL in January. In 1997 some of Sorer Hurston's unpublished writings were discovered. They consi ted mainly of play manuscripts.

! As a former Director of the Office of Substance Abuse Prevention (OSAP), Soror Or. Elaine Johnson

l.A' has compiled an extensive and distinguished Federal service career. In early 1990 she was

appointed Associate Administrator for Prevention in the Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Mental Health Administration (ADAM HA) of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Johnson has become a vanguard for the prevention of alcohol and other drug abuse in the United States. In this role, she was given primary responsibility for the administration of the nation's alcohol and other drug prevention programs and activities. She had a staff of 170 and a budget of approximately $300 million, and held the position of associate administrator for prevention. Soror Johnson is a widely recognized expert in the alcohol and other drug abuse fields. Before her stint as Director of OSAP, Soror Johnson was deputy director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse. In this position she had a principal role in planning, directing, and administering the institute's drug abuse research program, including the management of its intramural and extramural research programs and its A IDS research activities. Soror Johnson received her bachelor's degree from Morgan State University and her master's and doctorate from the University of Maryland. She has many publications to her credit in the field of alcohol and drug abuse and is the recipient of numerous governmental, professional, and civic awards, including the Presidential Meritorious Executive Rank Award and the Distinguished Service Award from the Secretary of Health and Human Services. She is a Life Member, former National Director of Project Zeta, current Director of Substance Abuse Programs for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, and a member of Alpha Zeta Chapter in Baltimore, MD.

Rev. ;})r.11mLuuofswid_J(WJ C)he Reverend Dr. Barbara Lewis King is the Founder-Minister of Hillside Chapel and Truth Center, J Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia. She began this non-denominational, ecumenical ministry in 1971 with 12 members in her living room. The Hillside Complex covers nearly 12 acres with a growing congregation numbering more than 5,000. Her members affectionately call Dr. King "Dr. Barbara". Hillside has a very visible and important role in the development of Metro Atlanta through its numerous programs and outreach projects. She participated in the Interfaith Service at Boule 98. Her latest book, Transform Your Life, is her most recent work among a wide variety of publication and recordings she has authored. Soror King began teaching Sunday School at age 13. She earned a 8. A. degree in Sociology from Texas Southern University. Soror King is proud to point out that Soror Lullelia Harrison was her mentor at Texas Southern and encouraged her to join the si terhood. To her credit, she has been awarded three Honorary Doctor of Divinity Degrees and she has completed the coursework for a Doctorate in Educational Administration. Some of her numerous award and distinctions include a Distinguished Zeta Award, Who's Who in Black America, Who's Who among Women of the World, and Who's Who in Social Welfare. Soror King's ministry has extended throughout the world. She ha traveled extensively in the United States and in several countries including Finland, Russia, England, l rael, gypt, Kenya, outh Africa, and the Caribbean. Most recently, the November 1999 issue of Ebony Magazine featured Sorer King as one of fifteen Outstanding Black Women Preachers and was elected as Essence Woman or the Year. A beautiful and statuesque lady, Soror King stands 6' 5" tall and developed a new shop in epternbcr of 1997 for tall women and teens. She clearly understands the need for attractive clothe for women of height. The tore in located in Atlanta, Georgia in the Galleria Mall. Iler dream is to one day franchi e in the U. S. and abroad.

pera singer Soror Gail G i I more has mesmerized audiences worldwide through her spectacular voice. She hails for a Zeta Legacy family. Her musical career started over 29 years ago when she was presented by Zeta in l 5 recitals in the United States between 1970 and 1974. Jn 1975 she went to Germany on a five-year contract and remains there to this day.

Soror Gilmore was born in Washington, D. C. and was raised in New Orleans, LA. After graduation from Xavier University in New Orleans, she earned a master of music degree from Indiana University. She has sung with the Metropolitan Opera in New York and performed in Moscow, Buenos Aires, Prague, Verona, and several cities in Germany. In l 983 she made her first appearance at the Teatro La Fenice in Venice, as Kundry in Wagner's Parsifal, and at the Arena di Verona as Amneris in Aida. Since that time she has performed in numerous concerts and is wel I known for her "Opera Aria" concerts. She has distinguished herself by also having in her repertoire Strauss' Four Last Songs, Berlioze's La Mort de Cleopatre, and works by American composers Barber, Berstein, and Gershwin. She also sings spirituals and gospel music with a unique interpretation of her own arrangements in which she accompanies herself at the piano. Her splendid vocal talent is in great demand, she continues to tour throughout the country mesmerizing audiences!

(7oror Lucille C. Perez, M. D. brings much more to the table that just her expertise in pediatric medicine. __) Her strong background in the development and implementation of health care services, especially substance abuse services, has earned her a respectable place in the annals of adolescent health care. Currently the Associate Director at the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP), Soror Perez serves as the primary care medical advisor to the Director of CSAP. In her position, Soror Perez evaluates and formulates reports recommending initiatives, policy directions, and legislative proposals to insure that medically researched and clinically sound practices are implemented in CSAP's major program initiatives. At a special ceremony in Charlotte, NC in 1990, Soror Perez became an honorary member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. She is the current Director of Health and Wellness for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, lnc. Additionally, Soror Perez directs CSAP's Substance Abuse and HIV Prevention Program. In her previous position as the Chief of Adolescent Medicine at Brooklyn Caledonia Hospital, she served a large number of African-American adolescents, including many who already had children and or became pregnant while under her care. In addition, these same teens were at high-risk for contracting HIV or already were diagnosed with the disease. She actively participated in committees to address the problem of AIDS in the Black community. Under Soror Perez's leadership the internationally renowned Faculty Development Program (FOP) is developing a cadre of health care professionals and clergy competent in providing substance abuse prevention services in an integrated healthcare delivery system. Her goal is to ensure that health care providers and clergy of the 21 's century are competent in providing substance abuse and HIV prevention services. Prior to the c positions Soror Perez was affiliated with several hospital and health care facilitie in New York State for over 10 years, in positions ranging from attending phy ician, adolescent care consultant, and medical director of adolescent detention facilities. ln the academic domain, Soror Perez served as an associate profc sor of clinical pediatrics at late Univer ity of Health Science enter in Brooklyn, NY and at St. George chool of Medicine at renada, and as an assistant professor of clinical pediatrics at Mount Sinai Medical chool. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College and completed a fellow hip in adolescent medicine at the Department of Pediatrics, Mt. inai Medical enter in New York ity. In addition to member hips in numerous medical ocictics, Dr. Perez hold the following offices: Delegate, National Medical A ociations (NM!\) I louse of Delegates; ection hair, ommunity Medicine and Public Health, MA, hair, Board of Director , Baraka Pa toral un ling enter.

~oror

C:::-,he story of Soror Lillian Lincoln's accomplishments in business is an inspiration to all women who seek

J to make it in the business world, whether through ownership of their own business or rising through

promotional opportunities in government or corporate America. She is the Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Centennial One, lnc., a business maintenance firm that earned $16 million in business in 1998. Centennial One's services include full janitorial services, the distribution of janitorial supplies and equipment, total care and service of carpets, carpet installation, upholstery cleaning and painting. Its headquarters is located in Landover, Maryland, a suburban Washington, D. C. area. Lillian Lincoln's road to success is not the usual one. She is a product of Ballsville, Virginia. She graduated from Pocahontas High School in Powhatan, Virginia. She is the youngest of five children. After working in various jobs, she started part-time at the Old Miners Teachers College, and then transferred to Howard University, working 20 hours a week and going to school on loans and scholarships. She majored in Business and spent three college summers in jobs and internships Soror Lincoln graduated from Howard University in l 966. One of her professors at Howard encouraged her to go on to graduate school, and insisted that she apply to the Harvard Business School. An MBA from the Harvard Business School is the most prestigious Master of Business Administration degree that one can obtain in this country. lt produces a high percentage of the corporate officers in this country and abroad Soror Lincoln received her MBA degree from Harvard in 1969, the first Black Woman to do so. Lincoln's introduction to the Building Maintenance Business came during a summer period while acting as consultant to a building maintenance service firm. In 1975, Lillian started her own building maintenance service business, Centennial One, Jnc., and received her first contract in 1976. She became certified as a Small Business Administration (SBA) contractor, under its Section 8A Program. I lcr first contract for $150,000 was with the Agricultural Research Program in Beltsville, Maryland. She employed 20 people. By l 985, her business had grown to over $7 million and Centennial One had graduated from the SBA Section 8A contract program.

She is the recipient of the Baltimore Business Journal Award as one of Maryland's Top I 00 Women Business Owners; the Washington Business Journal's Top 50 Women Owned Businesses; the Walter E. Cook Award for Building Services Contractors; Supplier of the Year Award; Robert H. Smith School of Business Award, University of Maryland; MBA of the Year Award from the Harvard Black Alumni Association; as well as many others. Soror Lincoln is an active member of her community and of the First Baptist Church or North Brentwood. She became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority while at Howard University. Zeta's philosophy and ideals or scholarship and service attracted her. By Soror Issie Jenkins

ou may have seen her play Samuel L. Jackson's wife in the movie, "A Time To Kill" o.r as Aun.. t Etta

in the former NBC series, "In the Heat of the Night". Soror Dr. Tonea Stewart, a professional actress, has delighted audiences with her dramatical gifts, and was nominated for an NAACP Image Award as Best Supporting Actress in "Mississippi Burning" in 1997. Sorer Stewart appeared in the Telefilm, "Mama Flora's Family" and is featured in the independent film, "Roses". One of her most significant and influential roles is as a teacher of drama student . Despite her busy schedule, Sorer Stewart manages to serve a Professor and Director of Theater Arts at Alabama State University in Montgomery, AL. Sorer Stewart is a native of Greenwood, MS. She graduated from Jackson State University with an Arts Degree, and received her master's and doctorate degrees from the University of California at Santa Barbara and Florida State University, respectively. She was initiated into Lambda Beta Chapter at Jackson State University and is a member of Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter in Montgomery, AL. She studied under many fine acting coaches, including renowned acting coach Bcah Richards. Some "firsts" achieved by Soror Stewart include becoming the first African-American female to receive a doctorate from the Florida State University School of Theater and the first McKnight Doctoral Fellow in Theater Arts. Early in her acting career she became the fir t African-American to appear at New Stage Theater in Mississippi She is a sought-after performer for various organizations, and pre ented a tunning dramatical piece at Boule '96 in Dallas, TX. The Smithsonian Institution and the In titute of Language selected oror Stewart and Culture to host a new historical series entitled, "Remembering Slavery". This two-part radio documentary i a narrative told by former slaves who urvivcd to tell their stories. he also presents "Slaves o More" for organization and groups, which depict the realities of slavery in America. Distinctions awards include her induction into the National Black ollege Alumni Hall of Fame, an honorary doctorate from Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, IA and numerous keys to cities throughout the United States. he is married to Dr. Allen Stewart and they have three children. Zeta will be lo king forward to oror Stewart's next performance, we know he will give a stellar performance!

»cognized as one of the most outstanding jazz recording artists of the century, and to some the finest K vocalist ever to have I ived, Soror Sarah Vaughan came from a musical family. Her mother, a pianist with the church choir, and her father, an amateur guitarist and folk tune singer, obviously made an impression on Sarah. She was born on March 17, 1924 in Newark, New Jersey. At the age of seven she began taking piano lessons, and by age 12 she became the organist at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Newark and sang in the church choir as a soloist. Encouraged by her friends who were confident in her musical ability, Sarah entered the famous Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. Then, on a Wednesday night in April, 1943, at the age of 19, she won the competition that would open doors for her later. First prize was $ 100 and a week's engagement at the Apollo. Billy Eckstine heard her perform and she was allowed to audition for the band he played with, the Hines Band. She was hired as a vocalist and second pianist. After touring with the Hines, Eckstinc, and John Kirby bands, Vaughan embarked upon a solo career. Soror Vaughan was the first vocalist to both understand and accentuate modern harmonic and rhythmic concepts. Her stylistic interpretation in her vocals made her stand out from other singers. She passed away at her home in Hidden Hills, CA on April 3, 1990.

/Is a groundbreaking achiever in the State of Virginia, Soror Dr. Yvonne Bond Miller has _/1- distinguished herself in countless areas. By the time she became the first African-American woman in the Virginia Senate in 1984, Soror Miller had already amassed an impressive career in education that included numerous distinctions and honors. She lets no grass grow under her feet and is determined to make a difference. As the oldest of 13 children, Soror Miller learned early how to be a leader. She was born in Edenton, North Carolina and attended Booker T. Washington High School in Norfolk, VA. After graduation she attended the Norfolk Division of Virginia State College from 1952-1954 where she became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (Phi Chapter). She received her B. S. degree from Virginia State College in 1956, a Master of Arts in Education from Teachers College at Columbia University in New York, NY, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. Soror Miller is a former Professor of Education at Norfolk State University. She completed a 30-ycar tenure at Norfolk State on January 1, 2000. She is a member of Beta Theta Zeta Chapter in Norfolk, VA. In her previous occupation, she worked in the Norfolk Public Schools as a teacher and con ultant. Her interest in politics tarted in high school with history and government classes. She received very high marks in these classes that reflected her keen interest in the e areas. She began working a a volunteer for other political candidates, and eventually hooked up with a very powerful AfricanAmerican woman in Norfolk, Mrs. Evelyn Butts. Soror Miller involved herself in various political action groups and became involved in campaign management. Soror Miller won her first elected office in l 983 by running unoppo ed to the Virginia House of Delegates, 89Lh Di trict. She was worn in the following year. With thi election, she became the first African-American woman in the Virginia House of Delegates. She wa re-elected (unopposed) in 1985. In 1988 he ran for the Virginia cnate, the current position she holds today. Political affiliations include member of the Virginia Legi lative Black Caucu , Virginia Legislative Women' Caucus, and National Council of State Lcgi laturcs, to name a few. She is the recipient or an Honorary Degree, Doctor of Law, Virginia State Univer ity, a Presidential itation, ducationPolitician, orfolk talc University, the Teacher's College Di tingui hcd Alumni Award, Achievement Award, Political Involvement, National Women or Achievement among many other award . Soror Miller i and active and devoted member of the . H. Ma on Memorial hurch of od in hrist. She i a people per on who and love to hear from her soror ! Feel free to e-mail her at ybmiller@aol.com, by phone at 757-640-1530, or by fax at 757-640-0577.

(?oror Ja'Net DuBois is a multidimensional talent whose success can be attributed to her commitment L) to artistic integrity. Because she draws from a powerful reservoir of experiences as wife, mother, and career woman, Ja'Net consistently portrays her characters with honesty. Her daughter is also a Zeta and encouraged her to join the sisterhood. Best known for her role as the sassy, lovable neighbor "Willona" on the hit CBS comedy series Good Times, she has compiled an impressive resume as an actress, songwriter, singer, and community activist. Ja'Net is about to join the ranks of Zeta Published Authors by writing an autobiography and producing a health and beauty video for mature black women; thus rounding out her desire to impact every facet of the entertainment industry. Soror Du Bois became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. on October 9, 1993. I

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Ja'Net's interest in acting is an outgrowth of her childhood experiences. She and her young friends would entertain themselves by staging their own performances, oftentimes borrowing ideas directly from their environment. "Our performances were a veritable imitation of life, says Soror DuBois, We watched adults carefully, and using our sensibilities and their situations we would create real-life episodes to amuse ourselves. Getting lost in our dreams made it easier to deal with reality". As a young woman. her affection for children prompted her involvement with a variety of acting workshops and community projects, ln the late 60's Ja'Net was cast in the original production of Golden Boy with Sammy Davis, Jr. and Lou Gossett, representing her cntree onto the live stage. She went on to appear in some of the biggest shows on Broadway including "A Raisin in the Sun" and "Nobody Loves an Albatross". /\ role on the daytime soap "Love of Life" Liter gave Ja'Net recognition as the first black female to regularly appear on a serial. The pivotal point in her career occurred when she moved to the West Coast. During a performance of "I lot L Baltimore" at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles, Ja'Net captured the attention of Norman Lear, creator of Good Times". She and Lear went on to develop Me vivacious, independent "Willena" for the popular sitcom siring on CBS from 1973 through 1979. "Good Times" has run in syndication since the end of the sitcom and has given birth to some of the best-loved characters in television history, making "Willena" and the other personalities on the show household names. Sorer Du Bois is a 1995 Ace Award winner (Best Supporting Actress) for Other Women's Children Li fctimc TV, Drama. She remains a sought-after actress, appearing in Sophie and the Moonhanger, I lome Improvement, Sister Sister, 90210, among many other roles. She also had a recurring role as Grandma Margaret in the Waynans Brothers on the Warner Brothers network. In 1999, Soror DuBois won an Emmy for Outstanding Voice Over Performance for her portrayal as "Mrs. Avery" on the claymation TV show "The PJ's. ' Zeta Phi Beta salutes its own Soror Du Bois!

Known for her angelic 5-octave range voice, Minnie Riperton is the most memorable songstress of the 70's. Born in Chicago on November 8, 1948, Soror Riperton began her career by training in operas, but as a teenager joined an all-female group known as the Gems. She was the background vocalist for Etta James and Fontella Bass. After much success with background singing she joined the Rotary Connection (soul psychedelic) Andrea Davis was the pseudonym in which Riperton launched her solo career, but the first solo LP under her real name was the critically acclaimed, "Come to My Garden." In 1974 she was signed to Epic Records and there she recorded "Perfect Angel," produced by the ever so popular and musical genius, Stevie Wonder. "Perfect Angel" i said to be Soror Riperton 's biggest selling album. In 1976 she was diagnosed with breast cancer and became a spokesper on for the American Cancer Society. On July 12, 1979, Soror Riperton succumbed to breast cancer. Her spirit lives on through her music and her work in educating America on breast cancer. "Inside My Love", co-written by Soror Riperton, was featured on the soundtrack of the romantic comedy movie, Love Jones. Her legacy I ivcs on in many ways, including the formation of the Minnie Riperton Legacy Preservation Society. Visit the website at www.minnieriperton.com.

By Soror Wendy A. Robinson

THE GREAT LEADERS OF ZETA ... BOW WELL DO YOU KNOW THEM? By Soror Sharon Hardin How well do you know about the women who have led this great Sorority? You say you know it all, well here's your chance to test you knowledge. Can you pass the Grand Basileus Trivia Test? You may know the dates, but do you know this ... 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.

Who chartered the African Chapter in Monrovia, thus making Zeta becoming the first sorority to establish a chapter in Africa? Who was the national president when the Zeta shield was developed? Who was the first national president who was given the term Grand Basileus and was married to a Sigma? Under what administration was Zeta first incorporated? What Grand Basileus served for three months and resigned for reason unclear? Under whose administration was the internal structure of the sorority expanded to include the Office of Deputy Director? One of the first southern Sorors to be elected to head of one of the four black sororities and the Grand Basileus in which Zeta Amicae was started? Under whose leadership did sorority membership grow at a surprising rate? Under which Grand Basileus were regional directors established with only 4 regions (New England, Middle Atlantic, Southern & Western)? What national president received the first letter of interest concerning starting a graduate chapter in Washington, DC? Beta Zeta chapter was eventually chartered. This Grand Basileus from the Southern Region made history when she was elected without opposition. What national president hosted the 6th Annual Conclave of the sorority in Baltimore, Maryland? Under which Grand Basileus was the Zeta National Headquarters purchased? This Grand Basileus also served the longest - I I years. Zeta received its first federal grant from the US Department of Education Fund for the Improvement of Post Secondary Education (FIPSE) in the amount of $191,657. Under whose administration did this happen? This Grand Basileus pulled off an extravagant golden affair. .. the 50th Anniversary of Zeta. What Grand Basileus had served in national offices for 17 years of her 19 years of membership when elected, and executed a wonderful 75111 Anniversary Celebration in Washington, DC? The first Golden Life Member of the Life Membership Chapter which began in 1948? The National Education Foundation was established in 1970 under whose administration? The National Headquarters was relocated to Texas during her tenure. This Soror was in her 20's when the Sorority elected this young woman to lead the organization and the logan "A Community-Conscious, Action-Oriented Organization" was adopted. Thi Grand Basilcus died while in office.

"l! pear OJ paau no.( '>1ooq ;nn aAcq no.( J! pun ·Ju 1 'AJ!JO.IOS tqag !lid cJaz JO AJOJS!ll v if;m;J;,7 v Jo s.uuv;,qq.1.10.t ;,qJ asuqJ.1nd OJ paau no,\ :s1 ucqJ SS3'J ::IU!llS!!Od aImI C p33U ROA--<IJJO!P31,\1 :oz-st "AJOJS!H SD3(!SCQ puun ciaz JDOA MOU}( 110,\ :+oz 0

UOS.13puy ·12: .13USS!)I ·oz uosduroqj, "6[ UOS.138 "8[ S!JUIU.>{ "ll J3JSO.>J "9[ urnqpc.19 ·s I SCWOl(J, ·171 aJ(OM. aap!.llJCd UOUUll:) ·n S!M<l'l ·zi J3JU3dJC:) . LI ucucqJIIQ ·o [ SU3A!D "6 .l<IIAJ. ·w "8 UOS!J.IUIJ "l S.13::IO}J ·9 SUOA'] ·s uosmrl:( UOJSDOH ·p sa3nJJS "£ suouroig J3AC3J:) ·z 331.l[)JW 3'.aPJ.1100M. }(J01IDQ ·1 =Sll'.ilM.SNV _ ft•cho11 ,Ji1111111f't' .2000

By Soror Issie Jenkins

iela 'Phi Bela SororillJ, Jnc. established the National Education Foundation on August 23, 1975. The original nine trustees of the Foundation included five Past Grand Basilei; Soror Deborah Partridge Wolfe, Lullelia W. Harrison, Mildred Bradham, S. Evelyn Lewis, and Isabel Herson. The four other trustees were Sorors Evelyn Brown, Issie L. Jenkins, Frances Hawthorne, and Athalia Lott. Soror Deborah Wolfe served as its first Chairperson, a position she held until 1995.

Foundation has al o receiv d proceeds from the Zeta Raffle for the Foundation Endowment Fund. In 1996 the Foundation also established the Zora Neale Hurston Scholarship in Anthropology or related field . The Foundation has been a part of, and ha upported with contribution , the Zora Neale Hur ton Festival held in Eatonville, FL.

The Foundation ha awarded over 300,000 in The Foundation was created a the cholarship arm of scholar hips and fellow hips. In the early 1980' , the the Sorority. It was granted tatu as a private charitable Foundation Board of Managers instituted the hapter and educational organization. ontribution to it arc tax Designated Scholar hip Program, in order to capture the deductible for federal and tale tax purposes. The thou and of d liar in cholar hip grant that individual Foundation award scholar hip and fellowship grants Zeta chapters contribute to worth tudent in their local to worthy tudents pur uing higher education at the cornmuruucs. hapters may participate by awarding their haptcr undergraduate, graduate and profe sional level . The local scholar hip through the Foundation. 46

. lnlirw , fi1111111t·1· !'()(}()

scholarship fonds are sent to the Foundation Treasurer as designated scholarship funds for the particular chapter. The funds must remain with the Foundation for a minimum period of six months before the designated scholarship(s) will be issued. Funds may remain longer if the chapter desires. Upon the chapter's request the Foundation will forward to the chapter's scholarship recipient(s). The Chapter is responsible for presentation of the check to the recipients(s). The Foundation has processed over $100,000 in scholarship awards from local Zeta chapters.

auction was held to benefit the Endowment Fund. Donation were received from corporations, chapters, and individual sorors. The auction was very successful, raising a substantial sum for the Foundation. Another intriguing project is planned to kick off Boule' 2000. The Human Genome Project Conference is the "brainchild" of Soror Issie Jenkins. This workshop will be held Friday, July 7, 2000 from 9:30 a. m. to 5:00 p. m. and again on July 8 from 9:00 a. m. -2:00 p. m. at the Philadelphia Marriott Courtyard Hotel, 21 North Juniper Street in Philadelphia, PA, Most of us are unaware how human genome research can impact your health insurance, employment opportunities, personal and privacy rights, physical and mental health, and your whole family. This event is open to the general public, including sorors, Amicae, Archonettes, Phi Beta Sigma Brothers, and families. Other sorors working diligently on this project are Sorors Kathryn T. Malvern and Audrey Johnson Thornton.

Annually the Foundation receives over 2,000 applications for scholarships. It awards on average 1520 scholarships annually. Copies of the Foundation Scholarship Application can be obtained from National Headquarters between the period September l and December 15 of each year. Completed applications must be received by the National Second Anti-Basileus by February I each year for the following academic year. The National Second AntiBasileus screens each ap"The Foundatioi has awarded over plication package for qualifi$300,000 in scholars ips and fellowships.' cations and completeness. Decisions on scholarship recipients are made by the Board of Managers prior to August 15 of each year.

The Foundation has sponsored and supported community educational seminars, and has developed proposals for community education projects.

The Trustees serving on the Board of Managers for 19982000 are Soror Issie Jenkins, Chapter donations to the Chairperson, Rosalind Hale, Foundation, as well as individual Soror donations, help Vice-Chairperson, Lorraine Clement, Secretary, Dr. to support foundation scholarships and other programs. Kathryn Malvern, Treasurer, Dr. Leatha Hayes, and Dr. Memorial donations in honor of deceased Sorors or their Dorothy Perrault. Ex-Officio members are International family members have also been a source of funds, as Grand Basileus Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, Second well as donations from the general public. In l 996 the Anti-Basileus Dr. Nell Ingram, and Third Anti-Basileus Anhcu er-Busch Company donated $10,000 in honor of Krishna A. Thomas. Soror Lullelia W. Harrison, l 2th Grand Basileus. Jn 1996, through the efforts of Omicron Nu Zeta Chapter of New Orlcan , the Foundation received $15,000 for the establishment on an endowment fund, with a chapter rccommitrnent in the amount of $25,000. Building the Foundation Endowment Fund is one goal for the year 2000. The first step to reaching this goal occurred at the 1998 Boule in Atlanta, GA. A live

. fn/,011 ,J;//11//l('I' ,2000

l£ta Jqi 1B£ta ~nrnrity, line. Capital Campaign Capital Campaign is a specially developed construction plan designed to renovate the international headquarters

of our great sisterhood, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. This is undoubtedly the most ambitious renovation project since the initial purchase of our facility and properties. Please join us in our nationwide drive to raise $3 million dollars for a complete building program and technological program. For more information regarding the Capital Campaign, please call our International Headquarters at 202-387-3 I 03.

Payment / Pledge Record Name Address

0 Regular

Membership ID#

--1....JLife

--------------------------------

Telephone Number

Chapter

_ Region.

J, ----------------------------------

Paid $

to support the Captial Campaign.

or Pledge S

to support the Capital Campaign to be paid in

____ installment(s) of $

each to begin on

(Date).

Member Signature

---------------- Date-----------

Verifying Official

(for pledges) You will be billed Quarterly: October__, January_~ April __ , July__ Payment enclosed $

Credit Card

Exp. Date

Signature

Number

_ _

u» Jf'ho I Am From

·}.

New

:Juanita 7'{Ji//ia1ns ✓

Since opening the Zeta Phi Beta's 75th Anniversary CelebraLion "Night of Stars" in 1995, HQrecords recording artist Juanita Williams'career has been getting national attention.

,..

/ ,j'-;_

-~ ~

,~..

,,r

itdv4~ , (!'l' {~J• muims

■

-C"'

11'., \Vim I Am

Mike Joyce of the Washington Post writes, "Singer Juanita Williams is b]e sed with a voice that's powerful enough to adapt to big band-like settings, sen itive enough to reveal layers of emotional nuances, and agile enough to negotiate contemporary grooves". This harmonically fresh treatment of great jazz and and blues arrangements neatly balances sophi: tication and soul. Zeta members can enjoy a special offer on this wonderful CD. Each CD purchased will be discounted $2.00 off the regular mail order price of$ J 5.00. In addition, I 0% of the purchase price will be paid to Zeta Phi Beta's Stork Nest Fund.

"It's Who l Am" can be purchased in your nearest record retail outlet at a suggested retail of $15.98. However, in order to receive the membership discount and donation, orders must by placed by mai I order. To ord r, please send $13 plus $2.00 S/H for each CD to BlackJack Productions. P.O. Box 44525, Fort Washington, MD 20749. You can also go to www.juanitawilliams.com and navigate to the merchandise page and follow directions for placing an order. Please indicate on your order that you are a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. For more information call 301-423-6436.

g'L, .A,cclwn, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 1734 New Hampshire Ave., NW Washington, DC 20009 ADORE S CORRECTION REQUESTED