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Founders’ Day Proclamation 2013 Zeta Tau Alpha was just 15 years old in 1913 when Grand Chapter decided each alumnae chapter should have a “definite piece of work” to do. Rose Nelson Hughes, the second ZTA Director of Alumnae wrote, “I have urged each chapter … to take up some definite work either for the Fraternity … or to engage in social service work in its community. This plan, we find, answers a twofold mission: it helps to conserve interest; it is working for others.” One hundred years later, our members continue to find the “definite piece of work” that binds them to ZTA for a lifetime. As collegians, we learn that Zeta Is Forever. Every day our alumnae exemplify this truth and reap the 44 · Themis
rewards of their dedication. Our collegiate advisors experience the joy of mentoring young women who mature from new members to confident graduates. Our alumnae chapter officers find delight in engaging sisters through social and service events. Our ZTA Foundation donors take pride in providing scholarships that help other sisters continue their education. And many alumnae renew their bonds of friendships at reunions with college sisters. Each of us can find her own way to “conserve interest” in Zeta Tau Alpha for a lifetime.
tone and sound—its definite piece of work—to create the complete, magical effect. In this year, I hope each of you will find the definite piece of work you will contribute to the lifelong symphony of our beloved Zeta Tau Alpha.
The Creed tells us we should strive to make our lives a symphony of high ideals. A symphony is not a solo; it needs each instrument’s individual
Keeley McDonald Riddle National President Landing, New Jersey−October 2013
Given under my hand and seal, I proclaim the fifteenth day of October, in the year of our Lord, two thousand and thirteen, as our 115th Founders’ Day.