Soror Nikita Smith Revisits New Orleans for the 95th Annual Phi Beta Sigma Conclave

Soror Nikita Smith attended the Phi Beta Sigma 95th Annual International Conclave including the Wall Raising Ceremony where a check was presented for $85,000 to build a new home in partnership with New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity (NOAHH). The funds presented by Phi Beta Sigma will go to pay for the land, building materials and sub-contractors for a new New Orleans Habitat home which will begin construction in July. Soror Smith was also very fortunate to meet the outgoing and incoming International Presidents, Paul L. Griffin, Jr. and Jimmie Hammock, in addition to the Phi Beta Sigma Directors for the Western and Great Lakes regions, and several other members of the Phi Beta Sigma General Board. Soror Smith had the opportunity to be present for the video acceptance of the Honorable William Jefferson Clinton as an honorary member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Pictured is Soror Nikita Smith and Outgoing International Presedent of Phi Beta Sigma, Bro. Paul L. Griffin, Jr.

Lambda Iota Sigma Working With Habitat For Humanity In New Orleans

Soror Nikita Smith Leaves Her Mark In New Orleans

Photo: Nikita writing a message in the wall.


Photo of the Message. Reading:
“Always Nawlins ZPB Mu Sigma Chapter, N.Smith, and former NOLA Resident”

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. 43rd Biennial Pacific Region Leadership Conference

The lovely ladies of the Mu Sigma Zeta Chapter attended the 43rd Biennial Pacific Region Leadership Conference in San Francisco from June 25, 2009 to June 28, 2009. The days events included taking care of Zeta business, attending various workshops, meeting and getting reacquainted with fellow sorors from different regions, attending an awards ceremony (where our undergraduate chapter, Xi Kappa, was recognized as the Pacific Region's undergraduate chapter of the year), remembering sorors who have passed on and having our Amicae give thanks. This weekend was packed with excitement and energy and great words of inspiration from our International Grand Basileus, Sheryl P. Underwood and Regional Director, Shirley Bryant.

The Phenominal Pacific Region Undergraduate Chapter Of The Year... The Live Live Too Fly Xi Kappa Chapter!

From June 25, 2009 to June 28, 2009, the Phenomenal Pacific Region held its 43rd Biennial Pacific Region Leadership Conference in San Francisco. The days were filled with taking care of Zeta Business, fellowshipping, and plenty of fun. The awards ceremony also brought joy and a sense of pride and accomplishment to the San Diego State University Undergraduate chapter, who landed the title of the Pacific Region's Undergraduate Chapter of the Year! The members of the Xi Kappa chapter are; Lakeisha Nacoste, Mauri Hamilton, Jasmine Gonzalez, Erica Moore and Tiffany Boyer. These five phenomenal women have done great things on the campus of San Diego State and deserve this honor. They are currently number 1... Let me repeat; They are currently ranked NUMBER 1 in GPA of all the divine 9 sororities and fraternities on campus and ranked NUMBER 5 in GPA among all 40+ Greek organizations on campus. Congratulations ladies! You deserve it.

Lady of Leadership Ceremony

On Saturday, June 13, 2009, the ladies of Mu Sigma Zeta presented two young ladies with the Lady of Leadership scholarship awards. The two lucky recipients, out of 15 candidates, were Raechel Stewart and Sarah Hafley.
Raechel Stewart is a graduate from Bonita Vista High School and is attending San Diego State University in the fall, majoring in either Psychology or Mechanical Engineering. Raechel earned this award by being a leader in her school as a peer counselor and excelling in academics.
Sarah Hafley is a graduate from Scripps Ranch High School and is attending the University of the Pacific in the fall, majoring in musical clarinet . Sarah earned this award by also being a leader in her school, excelling in academics and creating a honor band program at a local middle school.
The program was led by scholarship chair, Soror Nikita Smith, who gave a welcome and introduction, followed by the history of Zeta by Soror Leandra Holland. There was a overview of our community service programs followed by a "Zeta's wish for you", presented to the recipients, which was a word of advice from the sorors to the recipients.
The closing remarks were given by our Basileus, Soror Lena Smith and a light lunch was shared by all in attendance.
The event was very successful and the young ladies were excited to receive the honor.

Breakfast for MiLady

On May 9, 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel in Mission Valley, Soror Hope Mitchell from the Mu Sigma Zeta Chapter, was an honoree at the 20th annual Breakfast for MiLady honoring mothers hosted by the Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae Chapter. Sorors from the past who have been honored are Soror Lena Smith, Soror Kimberly Steimkhe, Soror Sylvia Nard, Soror Patricia Frances, Soror Elizabeth Riggs, and Soror Carolyn Buck.

Pt. Loma Nazarene Book Donation

On May 13, 2009, the women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorparated, Mu Sigma Zeta Chapter, donated several African American books to the library of Pt. Loma Nazarene College. In the weeks amd months prior to this night, all the members of the chapter collected or purchased books primarily focused on African Americans or the African American culture to donate to the library. The event was held in the Draper Upper Conference room on the main campus of Pt.Loma. The program began with a scripture reading and Welcome from Soror Patricia Frances and the history of Zeta by Soror Hope Mitchell. There were 2 selections from the first Lady of Soror Frances's church as well as words from a current Pt. Loma college student. The event ended with the book presentation to the college library staff.
Once again, this event was a success and we received plenty of positive feedback and support from the college staff.

2009 Girl's Fair

On Sunday May 17, 2009 at the Malcolm X Library in Southeastern San Diego, the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Soririty Incorparated, Mu Sigma Zeta Chapter, held its 1st annual Girl's Fair. The purpose of this event was to bring in young girls currently living in foster care or group home settings, and teach them about empowerment. The young ladies traveled between five stations and learned simple techniques. There were 5 stations set up in the venue where groups of girls spent about 20 minutes at each. The first station was manicure and pedicure where the girl's learned about proper nail care; second was self esteem, where the girls learned how to be confident in themselves; third was stress management, here the girls learned how to cope with stressful sitations and be calm; fourth was nutrition. At this station the young ladies learned what a balanced and healthy diet was and how to eat properly; at the final station the girls learned about beauty and make up and had facial treatments administered by a Mary Kay consultant. There was also a session where the young ladies learned about hair maintenance from a fellow Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Brother from the Lambda Iota Sigma chapter. The days events began with a speech from an adoptive/foster care mother who read and gave all the girls a poem titled, "Our Deepest Fear," by Marianne Willamson. The event ended with a power lecture form our Basileus, Soror Lena Smith, and the girls all received certificates for participating as well as gifts bags, a specialized CD containing several empowering songs, and a motto, which is, "I am a unique and beautiful person. I deserve to be happy and successful. I will continue to learn to take care of my entire self; mind, body and spirit. Today is the first day of the rest of my life and I will make it the best day ever!"
This event was truly a success and everyone had a great time!