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The Newsletter for the State of New Jersey

Soror Mary B. Wright,

May 2016

Volume 6, Issue 9

International President

Message from the State Director

Soror Janet Y. Bivins, Esq.,

Atlantic Regional Director

Soror Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq.,

New Jersey State Director

Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!
Inside this issue:
Z-Lessons

Parliamentary Corner

NJ Healthy Living

Z-HOPE - Initiative

Atlantic Region

State Conference

Youth Corner

12

New Members

15

NJ Chapters

16

Events

22

Key Dates

24

S t a t e o f N ew J e r s ey

Soror Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq.

New Jersey State Director
325 East Jimmie Leeds Road
Suite 7 PMB 144
Galloway, NJ 08205
Phone: (609) 748-1470
Website: www.zphibnj.org
E-mail: NJStateDir@aol.com
www.facebook.com/zphibnj

And the winners are.

reetings Sorors and Amicae and welcome to

May! Thanks to all of those that attended the
State Leadership Conference. Thanks again to
HOZ chapter for sponsoring the webinar to help prepare
Sorors for the conference. Congratulations to all awardees and to the newly elected officers! See a full listing of
awardees on pages 8-11. I am extremely grateful to everyone that helped us continue our Journey to Centennial.
Please see page 10 for a little unfinished businessthe
Social Action awards. And, thank you for 3,530 pieces
for the Say Cheese Elder Care Initiative!
For this months Z-Lessons, we continue our focus on leadership, reviewing the role
of the Recording Secretary. Please see page 2 and ensure that your Recording Secretary is properly executing this important role.
Thanks for all that Marched for Babies and supported Xi Tau Zeta, Sigma Zeta Zeta,
Omicron Omicron Zeta, and Chi Rho Zeta chapters. Please support Rho Rho Zeta
and Omega Mu Zeta this month. May God bless you all!

Z-Lessons
Monthly Embellishment & Training for
the Sorors of New Jersey
Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!

May 2016
Part 1

During the March 29 webinar, we learned that the minutes from our meetings are a source of authority, as they
reflect the official actions taken by the body. It is important to elect a Recording Secretary that is organized,
hard-working, intelligent and an excellent writer. The secretary is arguably the most important officer as she is
responsible for organizing, assimilating and disseminating information within the organization and is the highest ranking officer after the President and Vice President(s).

The Recording Secretary:

1. Records the proceedings of the sorority and take minutes at each
meeting, keeping a file of the same and incorporating any written
reports.
2. Ensures that the minutes reflect what was done, not what was said.
3. Keeps a record of members in attendance at each meeting.
4. Records motions and corrects the minutes as necessary.
5. Brings all governing documents and past minutes to every meeting.
6. Assists with voting.
7. Makes minutes available for inspection by financial members.
8. Sends a copy of the minutes from the prior meeting to all financial members in advance of each meeting.
9. Maintains an open line of communication with the President, making sure the President is aware of any
motions that have not been acted upon.
10. Assists with the general supervision of the chapter.
11. Is familiar with all handbooks, forms, policies and procedures of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and
Parliamentary Procedure.
12. Is mentally prepared for the job sets personal goals and objectives for her term of office.
13. Serves as a member of the Executive Board, attending meetings and preparing minutes.

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Parliamentary Corner

AMENDING A MOTION
This months submission for embellishment addresses the steps to amending a motion.
Below are examples to assist you with the process.
During debate, one may move to amend the pending motion. Remember that there are 3
basic processes of amendments.
Let's amend this sample motion: "I move that we buy a new sign."
You can move to amend by Inserting words or paragraphs.

I move to amend by Inserting the phrase "not to exceed $50 dollars" at the end of the motion.
You can move to amend by Striking out (not deleting) words or paragraphs.

I move to amend by striking out the word "new.

You can move to amend by Striking out and Inserting words or paragraphs. One can even

amend by Substituting (Striking out and Inserting) entire paragraphs or the complete motion.
I move to amend by Striking out the word sign and Inserting the word billboard.
You can also amend the amendment, before it is voted upon: But you can only amend the

Inserted or Struck out words. You cannot amend a separate part of the main motion not covered by the amendment that is currently being discussed!
The difficult part is remembering that the more urgent motions cannot be amended: Adjourn, Question of
Privilege, Orders of the Day, Lay on/Take from the Table, Previous Question, Point of Order, Appeal, Parliamentary Inquiry, Suspend the Rules, and Reconsider.
RONR (11th Ed.) 130-167
RONR (In Brief) p. 40-49

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NJ Zetas Healthy Living Corner - Submitted by Soror Kristal Miller

Eating Clean
Eating Clean is lifestyle choice that originated in the 1960s with the introduction of
processed food. This lifestyle choice is slowly making its way back into the mainstream,
especially with so much talk about the obesity epidemic we are facing in the United
States. Eating Clean is a basic concept, which can be hard to practice with our always,
on-the-go, got-to-get-done-yesterday, Zeta Lifestyles! The concept promotes a balanced
diet of healthy, whole, unprocessed foods in your daily eating and avoiding processed
foods as much as possible. So basically, that means making smarter food choices, delaying gratification and
passing on the McDs fries. Although few, there are fast food franchises that offer clean eating menu choices.
To Eat Clean you need to practice the following principles:
1. Choose whole, natural foods; and avoid boxed, bag and packaged foods which are usually (not
always) processed.
2. Avoid refine foods, and choose unrefined foods. Examples of unrefined foods include brown
rice, natural honey, fruits, vegetables and beans.
3. Include carbohydrates, fat and protein in every meal. Protein is especially important, because it
helps curb hunger and build muscle.
4. Move! Include some form of physical activity in your daily routine. Physical activity will help
with weight management, bone and muscle health, but most importantly ..HEART
HEALTH!
5. Be mindful of your daily intake of fat, sugar and salt; that includes watching your consumptions
of drinks high in sugar, calories and artificial colors.
6. Portion Control! Eating five to six small meals per day; filling up on vegetables instead of meat
and bread.

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NJ State Leadership - Z-HOPE Initiative

Greeting Sorors,
We are excited for the 2016 March for Babies campaign. Each year, our New Jersey Blue and White answers
the call of the State of New Jersey and our International President, Soror Mary B. Wright. We DID it--through your individual and chapter efforts, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. won the 2015 Alpha/Zeta Challenge.
By the end of 2015, our total was $441,569 and our Sorority goal was $415,000.00.
For 2016, we will continue to show up for the challenge. Our Sorority goal is $460,000 and New Jerseys
fundraising efforts for each chapter family (Graduate, Undergraduate, Amicae and Youth Auxiliaries) is to
raise $1,000.00 and to continue to promote the maternal health initiative.
The 2016 March for Babies Toolkit which serves as a guide for chapters is enclosed in this communication.
Additionally, 2016 March for Babies reporting form was provided; reports and pictures are due no later
than May 15, 2016. Please note that the March of Dimes fiscal year has changed and ends on June 30, 2016,
final reporting date for the Alpha/Zeta Challenge is June 25, 2016.
Chapters are encouraged to register their teams online and use the parent team name of Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority,
Inc. for reporting purposes.
Graduate chapter: Zeta Phi Beta- Chapter name
Undergraduate chapter: Zeta Phi Beta- Chapter name-College/University
Auxiliaries: Zeta Phi Beta- Zeta (Amicae, Archonettes, Amicettes or Pearlettes) of city name

We also encourage chapters to contact their local March of Dimes chapter for literature, posters, donation
buckets, etc. This will assist you in soliciting donations from family, friends and co-workers.
Our National MOD Chairs recommends that we use our social media platforms to get the word out and recruit
donors and walkers. Enclosed is the official social media graphic and hashtag #zphibmb42016.
Please share the M4B information with your chapter's March for Babies
Coordinator and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or
concerns.
As we continue to celebrate our partnership with the March of Dimes--we are giving babies a fighting chance!
Thank you and best regards,
Soror Sarecia Johnson & Soror Kristal Miller
Initiative Coordinators
zphibnjinitiativecoordinators@gmail.com

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THANK YOU!!

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NJ State Conference 2016 - Awards and Recognitions

STATE DIRECTOR ELECTED OFFICER AWARD
LAUWANA MARTIN
TAMIAS-GRAMMATEUS
CHASITY L. MCDONALD
ANTI-GRAMMATEUS
STATE DIRECTOR
APPOINTED OFFICER AWARD

STATE INITIATIVE AWARDS

2015 MARCH FOR BABIES
FIRST PLACE
ETA OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER
SECOND PLACE
ZETA DELTA ZETA CHAPTER
FAMILY

KIANA LAWHORN
PUBLICATIONS AND SOCIAL
MEDIA COORDINATOR

THIRD PLACE
GAMMA OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER FAMILY

ZOEY ASHLEY
YOUTH COORDINATOR

2015 MSABC

SHARON SUBER
AMICAE COORDINATOR
KIMBERLY TETTERTON
Z-HOPE COORDINATOR
DAMALI STANSBURY
Z-HOPE CO-COORDINATOR
NICOLE BOSTON
ELDER CARE COORDINATOR
SHARON SUBER
AMICAE COORDINATOR
KIMBERLY TETTERTON
Z-HOPE COORDINATOR

FIRST PLACE
ALPHA ALPHA CHI ZETA
CHAPTER FAMILY
SECOND PLACE
OMICRON OMICRON ZETA
CHAPTER FAMILY
THIRD PLACE
GAMMA NU ZETA
CHAPTER FAMILY
RECLAMATION AWARD

SALAINE ATKINS-LITTLE
UNDERGRADUATE
COORDINATOR

FIRST PLACE
ZETA DELTA ZETA CHAPTER
ETA OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER

SHIVONNE PAUL
WEBMISTRESS

SECOND PLACE
OMEGA MU ZETA CHAPTER
THIRD PLACE
GAMMA OMICRON ZETA
CHAPTER
PRIZE WINNERWEBINAR
PARTICIPATION
MIRIAM SIMON-HENRY
OMEGA MU ZETA CHAPTER

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
GENERAL SCHOLARSHIP
RAYANA MARTIN
IREISHA VAUGHN
NATALIE GOODE EDUCATION
AWARD
AIGNER HOLMES
TENISHA FORT
LIFE MEMBERS SCHOLARSHIP
AIGNER HOLMES
ROBERTA SHANNON

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NJ State Conference 2016 - Awards and Recognitions contd

2016 NJ State Z-HOPE Award Winners
Graduate Chapters
26-50 Members
1st Place Gamma Nu Zeta
2nd Place Sigma Zeta Zeta
3rd Place Gamma Omicron Zeta

5-25 Members
1st Place Omicron Omicron Zeta
2nd Place Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta
3rd Place Chi Rho Zeta

Undergraduate Chapters
1-4 Members
1st Place Rho Theta
2nd Place Psi Pi
3rd Place Theta Omicron
Amicae
5-25 Members
1st Place - Amicae of Gloucester County
2nd Place - Amicae of Princeton / Trenton
3rd Place - Amicae of Newark / The Oranges

1-4 Members
1st Place - Amicae of Camden
2nd Place - Amicae of Atlantic City
3rd Place - Amicae of Middle / Southern
Middlesex

Archonettes
5-25 Members
1st Place - Gamma Nu Zeta Archonettes
1 4 Members
1st Place Eta Omicron Zeta Archonettes
Amicettes
5-25 Members
1st Place Gamma Nu Zeta Amicettes
2nd Place Gamma Omicron Zeta Amicettes
3rd Place Eta Omicron Zeta Amicettes
Pearlettes
5-25 Members
1st Place - Epsilon Xi Zeta Pearlettes

1-4 Members
1st Place - Gamma Nu Zeta Pearlettes
2nd Place Gamma Omicron Zeta Pearlettes
Elder Care

Graduate Chapters
1st Place Omicron Omicon Zeta
2nd Place Chi Rho Zeta
3rd Place Gamma Nu Zeta

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SOCIAL ACTION AWARD WINNERS

20152016
GRADUATE
FIRST PLACE: EPSILON XI ZETA CHAPTER
SECOND PLACE: CHI RHO ZETA CHAPTER
THIRD PLACE: ALPHA ALPHA CHI ZETA CHAPTER
UNDERGRADUATE
PSI PI CHAPTER
AMICAE
ZETA AMICAE OF MIDDLE/SOUTHERN MIDDLESEX COUNTY

THANK YOU DENALERIE JOHNSON-FANIEL, COORDINATOR

SCRAPBOOK WINNERS
GRADUATE
FIRST PLACE: ALPHA ALPHA CHI ZETA CHAPTER
SECOND PLACE: OMEGA MU ZETA CHAPTER
THIRD PLACE: OMICRON OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER
UNDERGRADUATE
FIRST PLACE: OMICRON EPSILON CHAPTER
AMICAE
FIRST PLACE: ZETA AMICAE OF GLOUCESTER
SECOND PLACE: ZETA AMICAE OF MOORESTOWN
YOUTH PARTICIPANTS
OMICRON OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER ARCHONETTES AND AMICETTES
GAMMA NU ZETA CHAPTER PEARLETTE
THANK YOU MYRA MCDONALD, COORDINATOR

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NJ State Conference 2016 - Contd

UNDERGRADUATE
CHAPTER OF THE YEAR
2014-2015
FIRST PLACE
PSI PI
2015-2016
FIRST PLACE
RHO THETA
SECOND PLACE
PSI PI
UPSILON TAU
UG ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
THETA OMICRON
UNDERGRADUATE ADVISORS
OF THE YEAR
YVETTE RIDLEY
RHO TAU ZETA CHAPTER
LINDA MCNEIL
XI TAU ZETA CHAPTER
STATE YOUTH STEM CONTEST
FIRST PLACE
ZETA DELTA ZETA CHAPTER
PEARLETTES
SECOND PLACE
GAMMA NU ZETA CHAPTER
PEARLETTES
LARGEST GRADUATE
CHAPTER
OMEGA MU ZETA
LARGEST UG CHAPTER
RHO THETA

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner

GOZ Pearlettes & Amicettes

In honor of Womens History & Finer Womanhood, Youth participated in Fine Dining and Etiquette Exercise. The girls wore fancy hats and practiced table manners, and qualities of Finer Woman.
They are ready!!!

GNZ Archonette, Camrah S. Carter Best Overall Student

GNZ Amicette, Vivica McBean, 8th Grade
Camden County
School of Character Award

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner

Kudos for representing your Auxiliary

in the community!!! April 9, 2016,
OOZ Amicettes had a sister social at
the FunPlex.

Archonettes Jamiyah Spaulding, Doshjinira Love and Annaya Baynes posing with Student Ambassador,

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner

GNZ ARCHONETTES

Archonette, Alexandria Burton will be attending University of New Haven

Archonette, Sasha Greenlee will be attending Johnson & Wahles University

Archonette, Breanna Grant, will be attending St. Johns University

CONGRATULATIONS!! GNZ PROUD

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NJ Chapters - New Members Only

GAMMA OMICRON ZETA CHAPTER

Soror Tara Clayton-Butler
Soror Taryn Foy
Soror Elisha Tard

Gently graceful, yet elusively powerful.

The blood of kings and queens flows
through my veins.
My ancestors ruled under royal blue skies
and bright white stars.
In the company of my sisters,
I serve others selflessly.
We are Sorors, scholars and finer women.
The spirit of our precious pearls guides me, their
light shines within me ever so brightly.
I am the living dream of my founders.
A lady of true style and grace,
you will find none greater.
Make way for this Royal woman of Zeta Phi Beta

THETA SIGMA CHAPTER

Brianna Julious
Chanti Alston
Aniyah Evans
Je'Lisa Burnett
XI IOTA CHAPTER
Cierra Watts
Ewurabena Plange-Kaye
Brianna McCall
A'hja Mays
Zemora Matthews
Darlene Laplante
Tatianna Jean-Bastiste
Delsana Italis
Stephanie Gesse

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

PPZ Sorors were busy this last month with our Adopt a Road Clean Up Day and
fellowshipping with Gamma Nu Zeta, Xi Tau Zeta. Chi Rho Zeta, and OOZ Chapters.

OMZwelcomeshome5
Sorors
VladeenCharles
CourtneyJohnson
ShaleseJohnson
Lore aRivers
TeresaWrightJohnson

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

On March 19th, 2016, the brothers of the Eastern Region of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. came together for the Eastern Region Candidates Forum. The forum
was held at the Neptune Township Municipal Building and was hosted by the Iota
Chi Sigma Chapter (Monmouth County). The forum allowed candidates within
their regional present to the Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma their goals of what they
hope to accomplish if elected. Several Sorors from the Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta
Chapter attended the event to show support. Soror McDonald spoke during the forum and brought greetings on behalf of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc.

On Domestic and Dating Violence

On March 22, 2016 the ladies of Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter & The Boys
& Girls Club of Monmouth County sponsored a Domestic & Dating Violence Program for Teens. A presentation was given by a local organization,
180 Turning Lives Around. 180 Turning Lives Around is a private non-profit
organization dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence in the community. They have served individuals and families who have been affected by domestic and sexual violence since 1976.This program provided
the teens with valuable information on the many
signs of domestic dating violence. The teens were
encouraged to call the 2NDFLOOR Youth Hotline if they are in need of help with any problems.
Chapter members of Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter interacted with the teens during the Q&A section of the program. Together they were able to depict signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships.

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NJ Chapters Working contd

On March 31st, 2016, the Psi Pi Chapter hosted The Royal Revue
at Seton Hall University which aimed to raise money for the March
of Dimes March for Babies. At this event, there were a number of
performances from
students attending
Seton Hall University and from various schools in the
North Jersey area
including spoken
word, singing, and dancing. Numerous Greek and non-Greek
vendors were present and guests enjoyed a catered dinner
and raffled items that were donated from local South Orange
businesses. The special guest performer, Miles Hodges, who
is a poet from The Strivers Row, performed three spoken
word pieces and gave special commendations about how much he admires the brotherhood and sisterhood of
black Greek-lettered organizations on college campuses. He acknowledged the importance of our organizations, especially considering the social injustices that are occurring within our communities. The night was
filled with fun and inspiration and through this event Psi Pi was able to raise over $500 to be donated to the
March of Dimes.

Another Pearl Earns her Masters Degree

Congratulations to Soror Shanisha Woods a member of Omicron
Omicron Zeta Chapter who recently earned her MBA in Global Operations and Supply Chain Management from Capella University.
In March she traveled to New Orleans for the Commencement Program. Shanisha stated that she will be working in government contracting and logistics and selected this MBA program for long term
career development, professional growth and diversity. Soror
Woods is a legacy and navy veteran who now resides in San Diego,
CA.

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NJ Chapters Working contd

The newest members of Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter were inducted into Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated on Saturday, April 9, 2016. It was beautiful to see over 40 members of the chapter welcoming our newest
members into the organization, followed by Rededication Ceremony, and our chapter meeting. Everyone
brought gifts and greeted our new Sorors with open arms. The members of Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter are
proud to introduce to you Soror Tara Clayton-Butler, Soror Taryn Foy and Soror Elisha Tard.
Soror Tara Clayton-Butler is a wife, mother, and grandmother and is currently employed as The Director of
Operations for an amazing non-profit organization that focuses on Re-entry. She received her degree from
Fairleigh Dickinson University in 2015 and hopes to one day obtain her law degree and help women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
Soror Taryn Foy completed her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from The Richard Stockton College of
NJ and is now pursuing an Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Seton Hall University. She has aspirations to work with college students and tackle the rising mental health crisis. Soror Foy is also employed at
Seton Hall and currently works with over 600 first-year students for the Office of Residence Life.
Soror Elisha Tard is a Public Safety Officer who works for Princeton University Department of Public Safety.
As a first generation college student, Elisha graduated from the College of Saint Elizabeth with a Bachelors of
Arts in Justice Studies. She is currently attending Princeton University as a Continuing Education student in
the Department of African American Studies. Her professional experience and background encompasses working with various law enforcement agencies, and receiving several awards and certifications. Soror Tard is also
the daughter of Soror Clayton-Butler, making them legacies!
Gamma Omicron Zeta is honored to have these successful, community-serving women as members of the
chapter and look forward to their accomplishments as ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated!

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

The Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter Family

brought joy to the Seniors at Cooper River
Park! We had cakes and other tasty treats and
made cards for the seniors to brighten up
their day. Looking forward to our May visit! #ElderCare #GNZCares

Even though we are in Camden, does not

mean we do not support, and that includes
across the bridge! GNZ Sorors are pictured showing support for Drexel and
LaSalle Universities (Philadelphia, PA)
Spring Presentations! We will also show
support for Temple Universitys presentation on Saturday, April 16th. Congratulations to all the new members! #GNZCares

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter Family celebrated

our chartering where it all began on March
25, 1948, Macedonia AME Church in Camden. Out of these Strong Roots; Many
Branches have Grown. #MotherPearlNJ

Supporting our Sorors from Xi Tau Zeta

Chapter for their awesome event! Thank
you for the great time!

Supporting our Sorors from Chi Rho

Zeta Chapter and their beautiful luncheon! Great job Sorors in providing
#Scholarships!

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

HOZ & SZZ Rededication

On April 16th, for the first time ever, Eta Omicron Zeta Chapter joined with Sigma Zeta Zeta Chapter for an
All White Affair, Rededication Ceremony. While HOZ was the host this year, SZZ was receptive and committed to this new spin on sisterly bonding between the chapters. After the ceremony, the Sorors continued
with embellishment at Grillstone Restaurant in Scotch Plains. This whole experience allowed for us to spending time getting to know Sorors outside of the individual chapters. Both chapters are looking forward to coming together again with SZZ as the host next year.

HOZ Reclaims A Charter Member

Soror Ywana Felder finally comes home after years of inactivity. While HOZ wasnt her first home, her connection to it is just as sweet. Soror Felder is a Charter
member of Zeta Lambda Chapter at Kean University. She is joined by a number
of ZL Sorors but no one is as special to her as her chartering sister Soror Dana
Hobbs, who was recently reclaimed as well. HOZ is thrilled that Sorors are not just
coming home but coming back to our chapter in which they have a rich history.
Soror Felders daughter just became a member of our illustrious sorority.

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Upcoming Dates
Chapter

Date

Location

Rho Rho Zeta

May 7 - 9:30 am

Everette P. Marino Center

Bridgeton, NJ

Omega Mu Zeta

May 21 - 12 pm

Ocean Place Resorts & Spa,

Long Branch, NJ

Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta

June 3 - 8pm

Double Tree Hotel

Tinton Falls, NJ

Key Dates and Deadlines

Atlantic Advance articles due
March for Babies numbers and pictures
Boule (Orlando Hilton, Orlando, Florida)
State Transition Meeting
Youth Conference
Regional Executive Board Meeting

5/11
5/15
7/6 10
8/13
9/10
10/1415