Zeta Amicae of Chester
Governed by the Rho Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
"Friends of Zeta"
National History
As early as 1940, graduate chapters of Zeta Phi Beta began to realize the importance of the prestige, good will and of cooperation women who, for various reasons, were not members of any Greek-letter organization. Under the administration of Soror Lullelia Harrison, the first Amicae chapter was organized in Omaha, Nebraska in 1947 making Zeta the first sorority in the National Pan-Hellenic Council to organize an auxiliary group. Zeta Amicae are affiliated through local graduate chapters. Today, these auxiliaries have rendered invaluable services to the sorority and their communities. They are located in areas wherever there are active chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.
Each local Amicae Auxiliary is a member of a state-wide Zeta Amicae Conference in which rules, regulations, policies and procedures apply to the state as a group. This structure is also applicable to Regional and National levels within the organization. These larger bodies provide an excellent forum for networking with Amicae from other auxiliary chapters, a chance to garner successful programming ideas, and stay current with your knowledge of information and activities on a broader scale. The ultimate value is that you develop relationships that last a lifetime.
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Zeta Amicae:
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Understand and are committed to the goals, principles, and practices of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
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Attend regular meetings and participate as an active voice of the directions of the organization
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Participate in State, Regional and National Conferences
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Amicae Auxiliaries conduct community service projects on an ongoing basis. Many times, in collaboration with Rho Chi Zeta Chapter. In addition, they participate in special observances of the sorority, and conduct projects or programs related to the national programmatic thrusts. They are expected to participate in the activities that you help to plan and organize.
As a member of the Zeta Amicae, you play an important role in determining the success of the group. When each member uses and applies her strength in a positive manner the end result will always result in victory. This is what moves an organization forward and gives members a sense of fulfillment and enjoyment.
Quick Facts
Amicae Facts
Colors: Sky Blue & Royal Blue
Symbol: White Dove
Flower: White Carnation
Motto: To Serve
1st Amicae President: Adeliade Ford
Denise M. Bolden
"Zeta Amicae of Chester chartered on April 30, 2010, and I became President in September 2012. I have participated in the following events for several years: Blue Revue; March of Dimes Walk; feeding the elderly at Thanksgiving. Our auxiliary sponsored an “Adopt a Friend Holiday Party, which gave Christmas gifts to needy children in Chester PA, and more recently, a Learn & Lunch with Friends event, which featured a presentation on domestic violence. I attended the following meetings/conferences as a member/President of Zeta Amicae of Chester: Regional Conference (2011); Boule 2012; Regional Executive Board Meeting (Feb 2013), where I was appointed Parliamentarian; PA Executive Board Meeting (Apr 2013); and will be attending the Regional Conference in October 2013."
Chester Amicae President
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