Soror Mary B.
Wright,
International President
Soror Janet Y. Bivins, Esq.,
Atlantic Regional Director
Soror Anjanette Highsmith,
New Jersey State Director
Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!
Inside this issue:
Social Action
Founders Day Review
State Executive Board Mtg
Amicae SOP
Chapters Working
Event Dates
State of New Jersey
Soror Anjanette Highsmith
New Jersey State Director
579B Raritan Road
Suite 192
Roselle, N.J. 07203
Email
NewJerseyStateDirector
@gMail.com
Phone Number
732-336-9332
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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
The State of New Jersey
Newsletter & Social
Media Coordinator
Soror Kiana Lawhorn
ZPhiBNJSocialMedia
@gMail.com
The Zeta Call February/March 2017 Volume , Issue
Greetings from the State Director
Dearest Sorors, Amicae and Youth Auxiliaries-
The February, 2017 edition of our Z Call Newsletter
highlights the anticipated Service Project hosted and
performed throughout the Great Garden State during
2
this year's Global Day of Service. The celebration be-
gan with our Founders Day Observance with worship
3 at the Tabernacle Baptist Church where the dynamic
5 Corey Jones is the Pastor.
6 Special thanks were earned by Shirley P. Ford Nichol,
Founders Day Coordinator, for an incredibly stellar
7 job. Our Great State's Chapters and Auxiliaries raised
18 and donated $2225.00 to the Churchs Scholarship Fund. Many humble and well
deserved thanks to all that made this possible.
With the beginning of both Finer Womanhood and Black History Observances,
February is an integral month for Zeta. Firstly, I'd like to encourage you to use this
time to reconnect with a Soror; give her a reason to become active. Share with her
the wonderful and exciting things that Zeta is and continues to be. Go outside of
yourself and invite her to your Chapter's functions.
As well, let us reflect on the myriad contributions that Black Men and Women
have historically made in this country and beyond. As a people, we should pay
tribute to African American History daily but celebrate and revel in its glory
throughout the month of February. Renowned Historian and Writer Carter G.
Woodson, the Father of Black History Month" led the charge for this honor and
in 1976, President Gerald Ford officially designated February as Black History
Month.
In closing and as always, the Women of Zeta have so much to be thankful for;
continue to lead the charge and be the change that you'd like to see in your com-
munities and within your Sorority.
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
The Official Newsletter for The State of New Jersey
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From the Desk of NJ State Social Action & Partnerships Coordinator

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State Executive Board Meeting

21-22 April 2017

The Chauncey Hotel and Conference Center
One Chauncey Road; Princeton, N.J. 08541
Workshops Offered
Friday, 4/21
Basilei Workshop
Membership Intake Process Certification Training
Undergraduate Advisor Certification Training

Saturday, 4/22
Risk Management Training
So You Want to Run for a National, Regional or State Position
Amenities and Protocol
Conflict Resolution

Registration is being processed via Member Planet; early registration will end on
April 1st. Avoid a $40 late fee; register BEFORE then. Please find below the links
to register for the State Executive Board Meeting.

https://www.memberplanet.com/s/zetaphibetasorority-stateofnewjersey/
execboardregistrationform_1_1_1
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From the Desk of the New Jersey Amicae Coordinator

Dearest Amicae Presidents and Sponsors,

Three pages from the new SOP Manual concerning the death
of an Amica and the State Amenities have been sent electroni-
cally. These pages are to be used as a guide for what your aux-
iliary can do. Distribute copies to all your members. Review
the information at your next meeting and decide what will be
your auxiliarys procedures.

The President should send information to all the State Presi-

dents, Regional President, State Director and State Coordina-
tors. The Regional President will inform the Regional Presi-
dents and Regional Coordinator.

Each State President is to inform their membership and encourage members to attend.

The Amicae colors are worn at funerals not black.

Each member of the State has paid into the Regional CARES; therefore, the Local Amicae
President is to notify the Amicae State Chaplain (Amica Ismeta St. Clair) and the Amicae Re-
gional CARES Chair (Amica Rose Cohen) in the event of illnesses or death.

Amica Rose Cohen and Amica Sandra Wilson coordinate compiling the Regional Resolution.
The Resolution is sent to be read at the Funeral or Wake. The permanent keepsake is sent to the
Auxiliary at a later date so that they can present it to the family. There is no Resolution at the
State Level.

The State Chaplain (Amica Ismeta St. Clair) follows the State Social Amenities Guidelines and
sends $25.00 to the family. There is also money sent from the Region.

Ismeta St. Clair Rose Cohen Sandra Wilson

257 Oliver Avenue 202 Harlequin Drive 42 Deborah Court
Trenton, N.J. 08618 New Castle, DE 19720 Plainfield, N.J. 07062
HandJewell2@Yahoo.com 302-544-6401 SWilson92@Verizon.net
h-609-393-2185 Exhaled60@AOL.com SDBWilson1@gMail.com

c-609-271-9299 h- (908) 769-8681

c- (908) 868-8842
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New Jersey Chapters Working

The Sorors of Omega Mu Zeta Chapter continues their year

of PEARLfection! On January 5, 2017, the Chapter, in
collaboration with the East Brunswick Police Department,
conducted a ZDefense course on
personal and home safety. Patrol-
man Craig Hoover of the Community Policing Division discussed techniques to remain
safe in your home and in various public places. This event was informative and suc-
cessful.

The program was well attended by the community and Patrolman Hoover gave practi-
cal tips such as:

1. Locating the exits when entering any venue

2. Remaining alert and attentive in your environment (no texting
and walking)
3. Using care with social media; especially privacy settings and posts
about being away from home
4. Keeping at least a half tank of gas in your car.
5. Providing the exterior of your home with ample and sufficient lighting.

Omega Mu Zeta wore red at their

February 10, 2017 Chapter meet-
ing to bring awareness to and pro-
mote education regarding Wom-
en's heart heal health.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Omega Mu Zeta Chapter continues our Year of P.E.A.R.L.fection
to celebrate and commemorate 5 years of service in Middlesex County.
Omega Mu Zeta Chapter participated
in two activities on January 16,
2017; The Global Day of Service,
where Sorors assisted with building a
home under the auspices of Habitat
for Humanity, and "FINER Din-
ing With OMZ" where Sorors devel-
oped a dinner menu, prepared and
served a complete meal to those in
need at the Perth Amboy Salvation
Army.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated Zeta Del-

ta Zeta Chapter (ZDZ), in collaboration with
Jack and Jill of America, Inc., (Incorporated
Burlington/ Willingboro) hosted a private view-
ing of Hidden Figures on January 7, 2017.
More than 100 people were in attendance to
view the untold story of three brilliant African
American female STEM (Science Technology,
and Engineering Math) pioneers working at
NASA during an era of systemic racism, sexism,
and segregation. Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy
Vaughan and Mary Jackson were integral to the
success of one of the greatest space flights in
history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into
orbit. Our guests (adults and children) left the
theater eager to learn more about the Women in
Hidden Figures and became inspired to get
young people engaged in STEM activities

Leading up to our event, ZDZ launched a robust

social media campaign (which reached approximately 1000 people) to mobilize communities to support the
film and increase community action and dialogue. After viewing the movie, ZDZ Amicettes and Pearlettes
were invited to participate in our Facebook discussion about the not so hidden messages in the film and its
impact on the lives of young people. The youth shared thoughtful comments about the importance of persever-
ance, resilience, and sisterly support when pursuing academic goals.
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N.J. Chapters Working - contd

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter celebrated the new year with the seniors by conducting
our monthly visits with a little "extra" because it is the New Year! The seniors al-
ways look forward to seeing us and they have a great time!

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter enjoyed celebrating our

Founders' Day with the New Jersey State Sorors! It
was great seeing everyone at Tabernacle Baptist
Church and as always, we make time to get in a
selfie!!

Congratulations to our
chapter soror, Yolina
Such Great News!!!! Owens, on being nomi-
History in the making. Congrat- nated and selected to be
ulations to our very own chapter honored at the 100
soror Demetrica Todd-Ruiz, the Women of Color Gala,
FIRST African-American and in her home state of
FIRST woman to be appointed Connecticut! We are
as a Municipal Court Judge in proud of you soror!
Vineland, NJ.

Guess who is getting promoted to Major! Our own chapter

soror Diana James-A'xaymac We are very proud of her
and thank her very much for her service to our country.
Congratulations, soror! you made us proud!

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter has officially opened their Stork's Nest on Tuesday, January 17, 2017, in partner-
ship with Virtua Hospital in Voorhees, N.J. Our Stork's Nest will not only serve Camden but Gloucester Coun-
ty expecting Mothers, as well. Those in attendance were contacts from March of Dimes of South Jersey, Virtua
and Fox 29. We are happy and excited in our new venture and look forward to make more of an impact in our
community. If anyone has questions regarding our Stork's Nest program or would like to make a referral of an
expecting Mom at Virtua, please contact us at GNZStorksNest@GammaNuZeta.org.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

The Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter Family

(Camden/Camden County, NJ) celebrated their
#MLKDay and #20MHoursofService volun-
teering at three different project sites today!
Our Graduate members, along with our youth
and Amicae, packed food baskets, gift/food
items and made placemats at Croft Farms Art
Center. Our Undergrads (Theta Omicron Chap-
ter) packed food packages and toiletries at Rut-
gers University-Camden to be handed out to
the homeless. Our Youth and Graduate mem-
bers organized place settings, tidied up and
served a great meal at Cathedral Kitchen to
those in need in our city. Each day for the
Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter family is a day on;
not a day off! However, we enjoyed this spe-
cial day, not only because it's our Founders'
Day but because we got to work with people in
our surrounding communities/counties as well.

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter volunteered their time on Christmas

Day to serve an awesome hot meal and token gifts to those in
need at New Mickle Baptist Church in Camden, N.J. It was a
great day to fellowship and to serve those in need.

On December 17th, Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter

conducted two service projects. One was an
annual event with the Brothers of Zeta Rho
Sigma Chapter; hosting a holiday party for children involved with DCPP.
#GNZ1948 provided a candy table that the kids always enjoy. (IMG 0410)
Our Archonettes and Advisors served their time at Cathedral Kitchen serving
meals on that particularly cold day.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Chapter Holiday Party

AAXZ hosted its Second Annual Chapter Holiday Party on Decem-

ber 17th to close out 2016 with a bang! The sisterly outing was
filled with laughter, games, food, music and love. Each member
was a Secret Santa and was able to be a blessing and be blessed by
another soror. The holiday party is another opportunity for the
Chapter to bond and truly exemplify Sisterhood. The holiday party
closes out the year on a great note and ushers the Chapter into the
New Year.

Holiday Party at Monmouth Care Center

On Tuesday, December 20th, the Ladies of AAXZ and the Brothers of Iota
Chi Sigma Chapter Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. joined together to bring
laughter and joy to the lives of residents at Monmouth Care Center in Long
Branch, NJ. AAXZ and Iota Chi Sigma partnered together with gift dona-
tions to donate to residents who were in need. The giving did not stop with
physical donations, but members from both Chapters assisted with the resi-
dents holiday party where they served food, played games or simply lent an
ear for conversation. The residents were overjoyed and truly thankful.

Christmas Toy Donation

On Christmas morning the ladies of AAXZ partnered with

Shiloh Community Fellowship Ministries at the Asbury
Park Transportation Center for their last community service
act of the year. AAXZ was able to touch the lives of many
with moments of love, laughter and goodwill with toy do-
nations from the U.S. Marines and Toys for Tots. Commu-
nity members in need came in numbers to receive toys of
their choice for their children. For the second year in a row,
AAXZ has committed to serving the community on Christ-
mas morning in hopes of making one child happy and one
parent grateful.

Wreaths Across America

Members of the Dedicated AAXZ Chapter participated in
Wreaths Across America on Saturday, December 17th. Wreaths that were donated from July through December
were delicately placed on the grave sites of several beloved veterans at the Atlantic View Cemetery. In remem-
brance and honor of those who sacrificed for our freedom, AAXZ has committed to recognize them for the
second year in a row through solicitation of wreath donations and wreath-laying.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

HOZ Chapter would like to welcome the following Sorors who were recently reclaimed from the Fall to pre-
sent. Welcome back to Zeta Sorors! Sorors Julienne Cherry, Ellen Michelle Harris, Sadayah Canady, Kennie
Johnson and Dahlia Vertreese.

Global Day of Service BINGO w/ the Seniors at

J.F.K. Adult Day Center

HOZ Sorors supporting heart health!

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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Blue and White Trivia Night

On Wednesday, February 8th, 2016 the Xi Iota Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta So-
rority Inc. co-hosted a Black History themed trivia night alongside the
Brothers of the Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
The event began with a 40 minute Trivia Game geared towards testing the
audiences knowledge of notable black figures and pivotal events in Black
History. We learned a lot from these various questions and it helped us
bring the community closer. Afterwards everyone broke up into small
groups and played various board and card games (UNO, Spades, Twister,
and Taboo). This event brought out about 35 students and we are looking
forward to hosting more events during the Spring semester.

MLK National Day of Service

On January 16th, 2016, sorors from the Everlasting Xi Iota Chapter not only celebrated 97 years of
service within Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., but were also able to pay homage to the late Rev. Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. by volunteering at various service sites. Soror Mays, Soror McCall, Soror Italis and So-
ror LaPlante volunteered at Cerebral Palsy New Jersey (CPNJ), where we participated in arts and craft
activities. Also Soror Plange-Kaye, Soror Matthew and Soror Geese helped make PB&J sandwiches for
the homeless. We had a great time giving back to the community and we look forward to volunteering
throughout the semester.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Beta Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter continues the good work of Zeta
Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. as they plant roots and make connections
with the residents of Somerset County. On January 16th, the
Chapter not only committed to a Church beautification project
with Watchung Ave. Presbyterian Church but they also partnered
with Jersey Cares to bring sunshine and happiness to the residents
of a Bridgewater Group Home through arts and crafts. It is here
they were able to meet up with members of Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. for community service and collaboration.

On February 20th, Beta Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter represented well

at the Somerset County Committee Black Caucus celebration of
Black History Month. Councilwoman Keiona Miller organized a
great celebration that offered presentations, speakers, dancers and
networking. The Chapters own Lytanda Suzette Zellner present-
ed and recognized Dr. Willa Cofield for her contributions to the
civil rights of African Americans, Women and voting. Congress-
man Donald Payne Jr. was the keynote speaker. He reminded us
to stay engaged and speak out regarding matters that impact our
community and the well being of our country.

#ZHope #BAPZEngaged #ZetasEngaged #SocialAction

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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

On Feb. 21st BAPZ Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority,

Inc. volunteered at Feeding Hands Pantry, Emmanuel
Church in Somerville, N.J. What a wonderful feeling
it is to help others during a vulnerable time in their
lives!

On February 11th, BAPZ celebrated their incarnation

with their first Party w/a Purpose Fundraiser and
Community Service Event. While it was a success as a
fundraiser and community service project, the outpour-
ing of support from Zeta and Sigma Chapters and fellow
Greeks made it much more valuable. Our Chapter would
like to thank everyone who supported physically and in
spirit. While it has not been determined if this will be a
signature event, they are excited about the many re-
quests and realistic possibility. Please stay tuned to see
what happens next.
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New Jersey Chapters Working - contd

Chi Rho Zeta Chapter family playing games with the

elders at CCU senior housing and participating in
Rev. Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Birthday Celebration
 SAVE THE DATESUPPORT SISTER EVENTS
The Mansion, 3000 Main St.,
Gamma Nu Zeta March 18, 2017 Voorhees, NJ 08043 12:oo PM
Atrium 609 Eagle Rock Ave,
Gamma Omicron Zeta March 25, 2017 West Orange, NJ 07052 12:00 PM
Auletto's Caterer 1849 Cooper St,
Omicron Omicron Zeta April 1, 2017 Deptford Township, NJ 08096 11:00 AM
Paris Caterers 281 Cross Key Rd.,
Chi Rho Zeta April 8, 2017 Berlin, NJ 08009 11:15 AM
Fiesta Banquets 255 Route 17 South,
Sigma Zeta Zeta April 8, 2017 Wood-Ridge, NJ 07075 11:00 AM

The George P. Luciano Family Center

Cumberland County College
3322 College Drive
Rho Rho Zeta May 6, 2017 Vineland, NJ 08365 9:30 AM

Grand Marquis 1550 U.S. 9,

Omega Mu Zeta May 20, 2017 Old Bridge, NJ 08857 8:00 PM

Sheraton Hotel, 6 Industrial Way E,

Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta June 2, 2017 Eatontown, NJ 07724 8:00 PM