Noble Achievements
As Zeta Tau Alpha’s mission states, the Fraternity “emphasizes leadership development, service to others, academic achievement and continued personal growth for women.” It’s no surprise, then, that our members are doing amazing things within ZTA and out in their communities. From winning awards and being selected for competitive internships around the world to making a difference in the lives of others and celebrating years of sisterhood, these members are making ZTA proud. Do you know a collegiate or alumnae sister who should be featured? Ask your chapter Historian to include her story in your chapter’s next Chapter News Report, due May 1, or email the Communication Department at International Office at news@zetataualpha.org. * denotes alumnae member
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MOLLY BANKUTI Lambda Zeta Chapter Lehigh University
also the Treasurer of the Northern Arizona Alumnae Chapter.
Over the summer, Molly Bankuti interned for EducationUSA, a branch of the U.S. Department of State, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. As an education development intern, Molly advised local students on applying for American schools, writing English essays and preparing for standardized tests.
*SHELLY GLEATON BLAIR Zeta Xi Chapter Georgia Southern University
*CINDY TABOR BECKETT Zeta Sigma Chapter The University of Texas at Arlington
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For the fourth time, Dr. Cindy Beckett was named an Arizona March of Dimes Nurse of the Year. She won in 2004 for Distinguished Nurse of the Year; in 2009 for Research and Advancing the Practice; in 2015 for Nursing Leadership, Administration and Management; and in 2016 for Evidence-Based Practice and Research. Cindy was recognized for her role in implementing evidence-based practice across Arizona through the Arizona Action Coalition and the Governor’s Substance Abuse Task Force. She is
Shelly Blair received the 2016 Outstanding New Teacher of the Year Award from the Walton County School District in Monroe, Georgia. She holds a master’s degree in early childhood education from The University of Georgia and spent three summers teaching in Italy. Shelly currently serves as the Vice President of Membership of the Athens, GA Alumnae Chapter. 1 CRYSTAL BROCKINGTON Lambda Nu Chapter Furman University Junior communications studies and political science major Crystal Brockington received the Furman Metropolitan Fellowship. The award will help Crystal pursue a broadcast news internship in New York City this summer by giving her professional assistance with her resume and interview skills. She will also receive a stipend for living expenses.