What does it mean to be a finer woman?

Finer Womanhood is defined as, “distinguishing characteristics of a woman, one superior in kind, quality, or appearance; marked by or affecting elegance or refinement.” A Finer Woman is someone who epitomizes the true ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

What is Finer Womanhood Month?

During the last week in February and the entire month of March, we observe and celebrate Finer Womanhood. This time period is designated for reflections on the reasons we joined this great Sorority and how we can be of better service to our communities and around the world.

What is a Zeta dove?

Zeta Dove. Initiated members identified by the International body of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated for providing exemplary service to the Sorority for 50 years or more.

What are the qualities of Zeta Phi Beta?

Zeta Phi Beta was founded on the principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterly Love, and Finer Womanhood and the precepts that "elitism and socializing had overshadowed the real mission of sororities-to address and correct the problems of society, particularly, those plaguing the African-American community."

What is the purpose of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority?

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated was founded on the simple belief that sorority elitism and socializing should not overshadow the real mission for progressive organizations - to address societal mores, ills, prejudices, poverty, and health concerns of the day.

What does Finer Womanhood mean to you?

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What are the stereotypes of Zeta Phi Beta sorority?

Along with being seen as compassionate and smart women, the members of Zeta Phi Beta were stereotyped and characterized most often as being portly, unattractive, homely, and dark-skinned women.

What makes Zeta Phi Beta different from other sororities?

Often imitated but never duplicated, Zetas have been Finer since 1920, when Finer Womanhood became a sorority hallmark. Unique to our sisterhood, Finer Womanhood celebrates the standards, morals, customs, and attributes all women strive to possess.

What color does Zeta Phi Beta wear?

Zeta Phi Beta's colors are Royal Blue and White. Their flower is the White Rose and their symbol is the White Dove.

What is a Zeta woman?

She is strong and principled and demonstrates great moral character. Finer women do not degrade other women, yet seeks opportunities to uplift every woman to her true measure of brilliance. With this in mind, a Zeta conducts herself in a manner that represents the positive standards of the organization.

How many pearls do Zetas wear?

Five Pearls: Zeta Phi Beta.

What celebrity is a Zeta?

What is season of womanhood?

The journey of womanhood has many seasons. The excitement of spring when the womanly growth first begins to sprout in all its tender delicacy (think of baby leaves just emerging); summer, with all the fruit it yields - babies, vibrant life..., and then comes fall.

What is the required attire for the rededication ceremony?

Sorors must wear appropriate ritual attire of uninterrupted white suit or dress (no embellishments or adornments), white or flesh-toned hosiery, and white shoes. Pumps, flats, mules and peep-toe shoes are acceptable.

Who wrote the Zeta Phi Beta National Hymn?

Soror Porchia later became our chapter's second Regional Director and later became the National Director of Music for many years. Our chapter has the distinction, thanks to Soror Porchia for composing Zeta's National Sorority Love Song to be sang at traditional Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

What animal represents Zeta Phi Beta?

Zeta Days is an initiative by the Service and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated (Our symbol is the dove).

What sound does a Zeta make?

The letter ζ represents the voiced alveolar fricative IPA: [z] in Modern Greek. The sound represented by zeta in Greek before 400 BC is disputed.

Who is the brother fraternity to Zeta Phi Beta?

Zeta Phi Beta is the first and only constitutionally bound sorority to our lovely brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated sought the ideals of our founders to reach college women in all parts of the country who follow the guiding principles of our organization.

Can you join Zeta Phi Beta without going to college?

Although membership in Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, is by invitation only, we encourage interested women with a track record of community service and currently pursuing a baccalaureate degree or in possession of a baccalaureate degree to contact a chapter in your local area for more information.

What are the 4 top black sororities?

There are four major sororities, all of which were established in early twentieth century, including Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Howard University, 1908), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority (Howard University, 1913), Zeta Phi Beta Sorority (Howard University, 1920), and Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority (Butler University, 1922).

What is the unofficial symbol of Zeta Phi Beta?

Its motto is “All is conquered by labor,” and its colors are royal blue and true white. Its flower is the white rose, and its mascots are the dove (official) and the cat (unofficial).

What are zetas known for sorority?

Zeta chapters and auxiliaries have given untotaled hours of voluntary service to educate the public, assist youth, provide scholarships, support organized charities, and promote social and civic change legislation. As the sorority moves toward its centennial, it retains its original zest for excellence.

Why do people join Zeta Phi Beta?

The benefits of membership include opportunities for professional development, personal development, and sisterhood. Our members are active in their respective communities and hold dear the ideals of Service, Scholarship, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood.

What are some important facts about Zeta Phi Beta?

Zeta Phi Beta has chartered hundreds of chapters worldwide and has a membership of 100,000+. Zeta's national and local programs include the endowment of its National Educational Foundation community outreach services and support of multiple affiliate organizations.