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Volume 4, Issue 1 October 19, 2008 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. — Tau Eta Zeta Chapter Tau Eta Zeta Times Baltimore City, Maryland “Zeta’s Educating for Total Awareness” Tau Eta Zeta Chapter - Unyielding Service in Baltimore - 5 Years Strong! Chartered in 2003, Tau Eta Zeta arship & the establishment of a Chapter is elated to be celebrating Stork’s Nest with the Baltimore its 5th year as a pivotal force in im- Health System at St. Agnes. proving Baltimore City. Since its Tau Eta Zeta Chapter has also re- chartering the chapter has grown ceived many awards & certificates from 14 members to well over 50 Special points of on the State, Regional and National driven and determined young interest: level for their zealous work in the women. Some notable accomplish- name of Zeta. As the chapter con- • Passing of Past Grand ments are the establishment of the tinues to celebrate their 5th year of Harrison Sharon K. Harvey Memorial Scholar- service, they would like to thank all Pictured Above: The Official Tau Eta • ship Foundation, Inc., the Tamara D. Stork’s Nest Grand that have made their success possi- Zeta Chapter Commemorative 5 year Opening Harris Continuing Education Schol- Logo ble. • Whether it’s Sigma or arship, the Archonette Book Schol- (Designed by Soror Christina Debnam) Zeta, it’s ALL PHI BETA • Calendar of Events Tau Eta Zeta Welcomes its Newest Initiates: 5 Forces of Destruction Pictured L to R: Sorors Tiffany Pimble, Kimberly Summers, Lakiesha Holden, Janelle Dawkins & TaShonda Henry-Pugh Inside this issue: Passing of Past 2 Grand Harrison Expanding the Ol’ Skool 2 3 Nu Skool Realm of Zeta NPHC 5 Events Boule’ 6 2008 Tiffany Pimble & Kimberly Sum- Youth on 8 mers. These new members have The Move During the Maryland Leadership known as “5 Forces of Destruction, already begun working hard in the Zeta 13 Spotlight Conference, Tau Eta Zeta Chapter the chapter welcomes, Sorors chapter and helping to uphold the Sisterly 14 had the privilege of inducting its Janelle Dawkins, TaShonda principles of such a notable organi- Reminders newest members. Collectively Henry-Pugh, Lakiesha Holden, zation. VolumeTau Eta 4, Zeta Issue Times 4 In Memory of Triumphant Past Grand Lullelia W. Harrison Our fallen dove has taken flight, Into the glorious Zeta Light Though she will be missed, remember what’s true God needs her more than you & I do Her life was so full of wonders untold Now the gates of glory her eyes will behold Her day has now ended, she finished her test At home with the Lord, in peace she can rest “In Loving Memory of Past Grand Lullelia Walker Harrison” It is with humbled hearts that housewife. As a child she at- served in many capacities with in was the oldest living Past Grand members of Tau Eta Zeta Chap- tended Crawford Elementary the sorority, and has worked Basileus of Zeta Phi Beta Soror- ter remember Past Grand School and went on to graduate within the national body for more ity, Inc. Lullelia W. Harrison who passed at the age of 15 from Booker T. than 60 years. As the 12th Na- The works of Past Grand Harri- on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Washington High School. She tional President of Zeta Phi Beta son have touched not only the Her life works are too numerous went on to attend Wiley College Sorority, Inc., Past Grand Harri- lives of Zetas, but of all those to count, but she was a woman in Marshall, Texas in the Fall of son initiated the Housing Project she has come in contact with. of high standards and gave un- 1928 where she found Zeta. She of 1943. It was under her admini- She will truly be missed and we selfishly to Zeta. Born on Janu- became a member of Zeta Phi stration that the Amicae auxiliary will keep her family in our ary 24, 1913, in Houston, Texas, Beta Sorority in 1929 and has was established and the Archon thoughts and prayers. she was the daughter of a black- been a long standing, hard work- came into publication. smith & her mother was a ing member ever since. She has At the time of her passing, she Congratulations to THZ’s Newly Elected Officers Elections have been held and NEWLY ELECTED CHAPTER OFFICERS Remember to Purchase your Tau Eta Zeta chapter has many First Vice President– Wanda A. Claiborne new officers that are ready to “Valentine’s Day Raffle” tickets Third Vice President– Theresa A. Lewis serve. The current sorority year for a chance to win a trip for proves to be a busy one but Recording Secretary– Liset Collazo-Dingle TWO to FABULOUS these officers are up for the Assistant Secretary– Kimberly Whitaker LAS VEGAS!!!! challenge. As the chapter is Winner announced at the Ol’ growing and taking on new re- Treasurer– Tamara D. Harris Skool 2 Nu Skool Fundraiser!! sponsibilities, these young Assistant Financial Secretary- Yolanda M. Jackson women have more to do than Parliamentarian- Tamara D. Harris ever. (You need not be present to win) Epistoleus– Brenda McKinley Custodian– Keisha L. Bownes Page 2 Come dressed to IMPRESS & enter the BEST DRESSED CONTEST (Male & Female Winners) VolumeTau Eta 4, Zeta Issue Times 4 miss it. DJ Tanz will be on the wheels of steel so you know the party won’t stop!! Saturday, November 8th, 8pm– For ticket information contact Ol’ Skool 2 Nu Skool ScholarshipIt’s that time of year Fundraiser: again. Time 1:30am at the Forum Caters. If . You can Yolanda at 410-340-5837 or to come out and have some fun you want to have even MORE Come PARTY in the name of Scholarship!!! Liset at 443-756-2773 with the ladies of Tau Eta Zeta fun, dress up & enter the “Best also purchase tickets online at Chapter at their annual “Ol’ Dressed Contest”. You can The cost is www.zphib-thz.org/pay/ Skool 2 Nu Skool” Scholarship come “Nu Skool” chique or skhscholarship.html. Fundraiser. The proceeds will bring the “Ol’ Skool” flavor back!! $50 in advance and $55 at the benefit the Sharon K. Harvey It’s up to you, just be there and door. Hope to see you there!! Memorial Scholarship Founda- be ready to have a good time. tion, Inc. that helps Baltimore The Soul Train is coming City teens attend college. Re- through so you don’t want to Soul Train Scramble Board member, it’s for a great cause and you don’t want to miss the fun. So mark your calendars for Ol’ Skool 2 Nu Skool Saturday, November 8, 2008 Forum Caters (4210 Primrose Ave) Baltimore, MD 21215 $50 ($55 at the door) Lavish Buffet & Premium Open Bar!! THZ Sorors partying with a purpose Be sure to buy a raffle ticket to win a trip for TWO TO LAS VEGAS!! on’t STOP!!” (The winner will be announced during Ol’ Skool 2 Nu Skool) “Ain’t no party like a THZ Party, cuz a THZ party d Just ask any Tau Eta Zeta Member!! Lavish buffet courtesy of the Forum Caters Page 3 Volume 4, Issue 1 Tau Eta Zeta Times Community Service: Answering the Call of Zeta The community service committee of deadline is Sunday, October 19th so Tau Eta Zeta Chapter is always on please contact Katrina Debnam at the move looking for new ways in [email protected]. which to be a greater service to the Baltimore community. Tau Eta Zeta The committee continues to work Chapter has recently started a part- with Our Daily Bread and the MD nership with “A Way Home” group Food bank, volunteering countless home for girls. This facility provides hours to help those in need. Helping a comfortable atmosphere for young the environment is also important to ladies from diverse backgrounds the ladies of Tau Eta Zeta Chapter that are trying to improve them- as they participate in Adopt-A- selves. The chapter provides men- Highway. This is a perfect opportu- toring on social, financial & educa- nity to all of those interested to come out and serve the community with Tau Eta Zeta members of Spring 2008 with Elaine Berry of tional topics to the ladies as well as “A Way Home” donates needed items. the chapter. The next Adopt-A- Highway is scheduled for Sunday, Currently the committee is having a October 26th at 2:30pm at Overlea drive for the ladies of “A Way Home” High School. For information about to collect new undergarments. If you volunteering, please contact Celere would like to make a donation the Leonard at [email protected]. Membership hosts first activity of the sorority year, get ready for bowling!! The membership committee of Tau Eta Zeta chapter is busy under the direction of their new chair, Wanda A. Claiborne. The committee has it’s first event scheduled for Saturday, October 25th, Bowling at Woodlawn Lanes at 5:30pm, everyone is welcome to attend. The Tau Eta Sorors Katrina & Christina Debnam Zeta “Alley Katz”, the chapter’s bowling team will be joining in the fun as well. The Fall Informational will be held Sunday, November 2nd at 2pm at the White Marsh Li- brary located at 8133 Sandpiper Circle, Balti- more, MD 21236. This is a perfect time to learn more about Zeta and Tau Eta Zeta chapter as a whole. If you are interested in membership with Tau Eta Zeta chapter, please contact Wanda A. Claiborne at [email protected]. Pictured Right: Members of Page 4 the Tau Eta Zeta “Alley Katz” Volume 4, Issue 1 Tau Eta Zeta Times NPHC prepares for the 2008 Regional Conference The Baltimore Area NPHC hosts a campus of Towson University in the variety of events throughout the University Union in the Potomac year.