2015 Finer Womanhood Scholarship Luncheon Journal

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– Zora Neale Hurston

“Mama exhorted her children at every opportunity to ‘jump at the sun’

We might not land on the sun, but at least we would get off the ground”

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Regional DirectorM E S S A G E F R O M T H E

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.Great Lakes Region

Mary Breaux Wright - International Grand BasileusMichelle Porter Norman - Great Lakes Regional [email protected] - www.grlzetas.org

April 11, 2015

Good morning Sorors, Amicae, Brothers, Family, Fellow Greeks and Guests:

On behalf of the entire Great Lakes Region family of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, it is my honor to welcome each of you to the 2015 Finer Womanhood Celebration of Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter of Saginaw, Michigan. I extend a very special welcome to Soror Annye P. Roberts, 16th Past Great Lakes Regional Director and Miss Black USA, Soror Jasmin Alexander.

During this time of the year, Zeta chapters worldwide celebrate Finer Womanhood. We honor those in the community doing extraordinary work, award scholarships to deserving students & honor our own for their commitment to the sorority.

Congratulations to all the 2015 award recipients. I also congratulate Soror Erika Brown, Chapter President and the entire Planning Committee on a superb program.

My dear Sorors, I extend best wishes for a memorable and enjoyable program God bless each of you. As always it is truly my pleasure to serve ZETA for the love of ZETA!

Sincerely,

Soror Michelle Porter Norman23rd Great Lakes Regional Director

Building on the Principles of Zeta While Blazing New Paths

“We are not the largest region and we are not the smallest region, BUT we are the greatest region!”

Michelle Porter NormanGreat Lakes Regional

Director

Michelle Porter Norman

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State DirectorM E S S A G E F R O M T H E

April 11, 2015

Greetings Sorors, Brothers, Amicae, Fellow Greeks, Family, Friends and Guests:

On this very special occasion, I am honored to bring you greetings on behalf of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Michigan

State Organization. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has a history of proven leadership, which has dedicated itself to promoting Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood.

Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter reaffirms its position in the local community as an advocate for service and an entity to be appreciated. For forty seven years you have given tirelessly and have been unwavering in your commitment to the Saginaw community.

On behalf of the Michigan State Organization, I congratulate your honorees for their outstanding work in the community and their commitment to serving the community.

I appreciate your devotion and wish you continued success. Please accept my sincerest congratulations on your achievements.

Sisterly,

Tonia JenkinsMichigan State Director

Mary Breaux Wright, International Grand BasileusMichelle Porter Norman, Great Lakes Regional Director

Tonia Jenkins, Michigan State Director

Tonia Jenkins

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Chapter PresidentM E S S A G E F R O M T H E

April 11, 2015

On behalf of the Sensational Sorors of the Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., it is my honor and pleasure to extend warm greetings to all in attendance as we celebrate our 2015 Finer Womanhood Celebration and Scholarship Luncheon.

As women committed to the ideal of Service, it gives us immense pleasure to recognize outstanding individuals

and organizations who share our commitment and have selflessly served others in our community. We congratulate our 2015 Woman of the Year and our 2015 Organization of the Year for their service to enhance the lives of many in Saginaw.

For several years we have enjoyed the privilege of providing support to the best and brightest future leaders in our area as they pursue their academic and career goals. Today we enthusiastically congratulate the 2015 recipients of the Freddye Curl Murphy Scholarship. We are proud of all that you have accomplished and all that you will accomplish in the future!

It is a special privilege for the women of Zeta Omega Zeta to recognize our own members who have excelled in embracing and implementing the ideals of Service, Scholarship, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. We are thrilled to recognize our 2015 Zeta of the Year and congratulate her for her positive and impactful work in moving Zeta forward!

I would like to express an extreme measure of gratitude to our event Chairperson and her committee for their tireless efforts to present a phenomenal program today. Thank you to the entire Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter for their work to make today’s program successful.

I would like to thank our guests, family, friends, members of the Blue and White Family and fellow Greeks for your attendance and continued support of the Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter. Thank you and enjoy today’s program.

Yours In Service,

Erika BrownPresident, Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter

Erika Brown

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Congra tu la t i on s Ze ta Phi Beta Soror i t y , Inc .

On your

Finer Womanhood Luncheon & Cel e b ra t i on

In choo s ing a s

Woman o f t h e Year ,

Mrs . The lma Ruf f in 1 s t Vi c e Pre s i d en t , Sag inaw Branch NAACP

Saginaw Branch NAACP Leola Wilson, President

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National HistoryZ E T A P H I B E T A S O R O R I T Y , I N C .

The year 1920 was the start of the decade shortly after World War I and a time of great prosperity for the country. Women were called dames, dolls, or the cat’s meow. At the beginning of the decade, women still wore long skirts but the “Roaring 20’s” brought a new look of short skirts and smartly coiffed shorter hair. It was within this environment that Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was founded.

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority 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. Founded January 16, 1920, Zeta began as an idea conceived by five coeds at Howard University in Washington, D.C.; Arizona Cleaver, Myrtle Tyler, Viola Tyler, Fannie Pettie and Pearl Neal. These five women, also known as our Five Pearls, dared to depart from the traditional coalitions for black women and sought to establish a new organization predicated on the precepts of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. It was the ideal of the Founders that the Sorority would reach college women in all parts of the country who were sorority minded and desired to follow the principles of

the organization. Founder Viola Tyler was often quoted to say, “[In the ideal collegiate situation] there is a Zeta in a girl regardless of race, creed, or color, who has high standards and principles, a good scholary average, and an interest in all things that she undertakes to accomplish.”

Zeta’s international, national and local programs include endowment of its National Educational Foundation, community outreach services and support of multiple affiliate organizations. Zeta chapters and auxiliary groups have given untotaled hours of voluntary service to educate the public, assist youth, provide scholarships, support organized charities and promote legislation for social and civic change through Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel).

Over the years since the sorority’s inception, Zeta Phi Beta has chartered hundreds of chapters and initiated thousands of women around the world. Zeta has continued to thrive and flourish while adapting to the ever changing needs of the world. Despite the change in time, Zeta has continued to hold true to its ideals and purpose.

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Park Opens at 7pm

Buena Vista Lions Park

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Chapter HistoryZ E T A O M E G A Z E T A

Out of the love of Zeta Beta Zeta Chapter (Flint, Michigan), the Saginaw Chapter (Zeta Omega Zeta) was envisioned, created, and nurtured.

In 1967, fourteen members who resided in the Saginaw area received congratulations and best wishes from their sister chapter, Zeta Beta Zeta and the Regional Director, Soror Ione Gipson, to pursue their dream and realize their goal. Amidst much love, fanfare and prayers, members willingly accepted the task of being charter members of Saginaw’s newest fraternal organization, Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter. Charter members included Charlena Schenck Bryant, Annye P. Roberts, Elizabeth N. Baker, Ann Giryer, Rosa Winchester, Mary Jackson, Catherine B. Kimbrough, Loubertha Little, Shirley Nuckolls, Hazel Wilson, Vezelia Phillips, Rose Johnson Branch, L. Yvonne Veal, and Freddye Curl Murphy.

Zeta Omega Zeta follows the ideals of the sorority. Annually, the chapter sponsors the Finer Womanhood Program, which is designed to honor women and families who have contributed exemplary service to the community. The chapter actively supports and sponsors the

Freddye Curl Murphy Memorial Scholarship, Meet the Candidates Political Forum, Zion Health Fair, the Pearlettes, Amicettes, Archonettes, and Amicae auxiliary groups as well as other programs in the community.

Membership in Zeta Omega Zeta’s vast and diverse. Our members come from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds residing in Saginaw, Bay City, Birch Run, Midland, Mt. Pleasant, Remus, Swartz Creek, and Flint. Our members are retired educators, political advocates, nurses, doctors, teachers, auditors, managers, directors, and graduate students.

Zeta Omega Zeta has joined the ranks of other chapters in our great sisterhood by presenting outstanding service to the community as well as providing other fun and educational events. We continue our commitment to all Saginaw area residents, women, men, seniors, youth, and families.

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Charter MembersZ E T A O M E G A Z E T A

Past Honorees of the YearF I N E R W O M A N H O O D

Leadership RecognitionZ E T A P H I B E T A S O R O R I T Y , I N C .

*Charlena Bryant Elizabeth Baker

Rose Branch *Ann Giryer

Mary Jackson *Loubertha Little Shirley Nuckolls Vezelia Phillips

Annye Roberts *L. Yvonne Neal

Hazel Wilson Rosa Winchester

*Mrs. Mary C. Folds Mrs. Geraldine Peeples *Mrs. Claudine Wicks *Mrs. Cordelia Heard

*Dr. Katye Fearn *Mrs. Loubertha Little Mrs. Bernice Barlow *Mrs. Daisy Williams Mrs. Christine Jones

Dr. Marie Wright-Tolliver

Mrs. Wilmer Ham-McZee

*Mrs. Willie Mae Merkerson

Mrs. Kermit Diggs Rev. Larry &

Mrs. Shirley Camel *Mrs. Mable Robinson

Mrs. Annye Roberts

Mrs. Elizabeth Baker Mrs. Elsenia PorterfieldMrs. Marjorie Connors

Mrs. Zipporah Thompson

*Mrs. Rose Williams *Mrs. Rosie Farrell Mrs. Leola Wilson

Mrs. Vivian Keys-BrownDr. Nurame Austin Mrs. Frances Carter *Mrs. Yzella Dancy

Rev. Phyliss M. Chipp Mrs. Loubertha

Weathersby*Mrs. Josephine

SpurlockMrs. Louise Archer Mrs. Hazel Wilson Mrs. Oena McCray

*Mrs. Elizabeth Gibson *Mrs. Cora Kirksey Mrs. Blanche Clark Mr. & *Mrs. Joseph

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Ms. Rosa Holliday Mrs. Sheilda Braddock

Mrs. Ethel Shaw Mrs. Jacqueline

Porterfield*Mrs. Betty J. Martin Mrs. Eddie Pegues

Mrs. Glenda Vaughn Mrs. Stacy Erwin Oakes Mrs. Angela Williams Dr. Roslyn McQueenMrs. Marcia Reeves

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• Inpatient Rehabilitation & Nursing Care

• Physical, Occupational & Speech Language Pathology Therapies

• Inpatient Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services

• Psychiatric Physician & Therapist Outpatient Services

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Over the YearsZ E T A O M E G A Z E T A

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ProgramF I N E R W O M A N H O O D

Musical PreludeGracie Witherspoon & Leflore Reed

Introduction of Mistress of CeremonyMistress of Ceremony - Ms. Dawn Jones, ABC 12

Processional of HonoreesPast Women of the YearWoman of the Year 2015Woman of the Year 2014

Zeta of the Year 2015Zeta of the Year 2012

Shining Star Service AwardHonorees and Head Table Guests

Gestures of HospitalityMrs. Valeriah Holmon

GreetingsMs. Erika Brown, President, Zeta Omega Zeta

Ms. Tonia Jenkins Director, Michigan State Organization, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

Mr. Perry Holmon, Past Director, Michigan State Organization, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Mr. Rodrick Richardson, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.Ms. Delores Casey McNair, President, AmicaeRepresentative, Saginaw Pan-Hellenic Council

Representative, Saginaw City CouncilRepresentative, Saginaw County Commissioner

Representative, State of Michigan

Musical Selection

Invocation and Blessing of FoodReverend Eddie Parker, Zion Missionary Baptist Church

Lunch (please follow the directions of the hostess)

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Introduction of Keynote SpeakerMs. Ayana Fordham, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

Keynote AddressMs. Jasmin Alexander, Miss Black USA 2014

Honorees, Tributes and PresentersShining Star Service Award

Saginaw County Community Action CommitteeMs. Lillie Williams

Presented by Dr. Emma Morrison

Zeta of the Year 2015 Mrs. Stephanie Granberry, Zeta Omega Zeta

Presented by Ms. Erika Brown

Woman of the Year 2015Mrs. Thelma Ruffin

Presented by Mrs. Marcia Reeves (2014 Woman of the Year)

Response Mrs. Thelma Ruffin

Recognitions and PresentationsScholarship AwardsDr. Emma Morrison

Recognition of the Zeta Family and AuxiliariesUndergraduate Chapters- Sigma Kappa, Central Michigan University

Phi Sigma, Saginaw Valley State UniversityAmicae, Archonettes, Amicettes and Pearlettes

AcknowledgementsMs. Erika Brown

BenedictionReverend Eddie Parker, Zion Missionary Baptist Church

Silent Auction available throughout event

ProgramF I N E R W O M A N H O O D

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..helping each member realize their financial goals and dreams

since 1951...

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Miss Jasmin AlexanderK E Y N O T E S P E A K E R

Jasmin is a graduate of the

University of North Carolina at Charlotte in Broad-casting and Mass Com-

munications, as well as a

Masters graduate of

Liberty University with a focus in Human Services and Executive Leadership.

Born abroad in Ramstein, GE, and having the privilege of living the life of a military brat, Jasmin has learned the virtues of culture, difference, and change. Having gone to 4 different elementary schools, 2 different middle schools, flexibility is nothing uncommon to her.

The daughter of Felix and Violet Alexander and the younger sister of Latavia Alexander, Jasmin values her family as her firm foundation. Her parents taught her that she “can do all things through Christ which strengthens her (Philippians 4:13) and with due diligence and effort, all things are possible. With that in mind, she took every opportunity as a bridge to catapult her to her destiny.

Dreams of one day owning her own

business in the Cosmetology and Self Help field took route as a young Sophomore in college. Wanting to dedicate her life legacy to inspiring young women to dare to dream and look beyond their current situation continues to stand at the forefront.

However, using the military upbringing as a starting point, Jasmin was commissioned as a United States Officer in May of 2010. Her current career field of Intelligence, has allowed her to be exposed to new ideas, new personalities, and most of all mature into the vibrant young lady she is today. Her travels have taken her across the world to such places as Turkey, Germany, and even Afghanistan where she served in Operation Enduring Freedom.

Despite her current military involvement, Jasmin doesn’t let her “day job” become her complete reality. She is a proud and active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and still takes time to inspire and empower girls and women thru the Heart Truth campaign, to awareness of heart disease, the #1 killer of women. Additionally, she can be found coaching for a Varsity Cheerleading team as well as Pom Pom squad. Her passion is in mentoring and passing along the education and self-worth which was instilled in her. One of her mottos is, “Blessed to be a blessing.”

MISS BLACK USA | WOMEN’S ACTIVIST | USAF OFFICER | MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER

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Mrs. Stephanie GranberryZeta of the Year

“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.”Proverbs 31:10

Stephanie, a virtuous woman is what you are! You are a jewel to our family and to those who have come in contact with you. God’s light is shining on you as you receive this well-deserved honor. We are so proud of you and know that greater is

coming as you continue to walk your destiny.

CONGRATULATIONS AND WE LOVE YOU!Mom, Tanara and Family

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Zeta of the YearF I N E R W O M A N H O O D H O N O R E E S

M R S . S T E P H A N I E G R A N B E R R YStephanie joined

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter in April of 2007. She served as the 2nd

Anti-Basileus from June 2008 through

June 2012.

Stephanie has been an Archonette Advisor since June 2012 and is currently the co-chairperson of the Archonettes. She has attended State Meetings, a Regional Conference in 2014, Health fairs and several other seminars and workshops. Stephanie received her ZOL Certification in July 2013 at the Zeta Organizational Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. She currently serves at the Chapter’s Grammateus since of June 2014.

Stephanie completed the Saginaw Valley African American Leadership Training Institute and is a graduate of the Class of 2014.

Stephanie has worked for the County

of Saginaw for over 19 years. She has held several positions during this time, including working as a Court Recorder for the Honorable M. Randall Jurrens and the Honorable Kyle Higgs Tarrant. She currently is a supervisor in the 70th District Court.

Stephanie graduated from Central Michigan University in August of 2001 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. She also has a Master of Science Degree in Human Resource as of May 2010. Stephanie plans further her education to become a College Professor.

Stephanie was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan where she resides with her husband, Gregory and their 23 year old son.

Stephanie is a devout Christian and is a member of New Covenant Christian Center Church in Saginaw where she serves as the Count Team Leader in the Finance Department and in the Music Ministry.

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Top Ladies of Distinction Inc., Saginaw Chapter

We salute Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. on their Annual Finer Womanhood Luncheon

& Celebration.

We give honor to Soror Thelma Ruffin, 2015 Woman

of the Year.

CONGRATULATIONS Mrs. Thelma Ruffin, Woman of the Year

and to the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Mrs. Thelma Ruffin your Zion Missionary Baptist Church family congratulates you on all that you do at Zion and in the

community. We are proud of you.

Rev. Rodrick A. Smith, PastorZion Missionary Baptist Church

721 Johnson Street Saginaw, MI 48607

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Woman of the YearF I N E R W O M A N H O O D H O N O R E E S

M R S . T H E L M A R U F F I NThelma Ruffin

came to Saginaw, Michigan at an early age. She attended Potter Elementary School, Central

Junior High, and graduated

from Saginaw High School. She received her

Bachelors degree from Wayne State University, where she taught school before coming back to Saginaw with her family. She started teaching at Trinity Lutheran School, then moved to the Saginaw School District at the Student Placement Center. From there she took a position at Jessie Loomis Elementary, where she remained for twenty two years until retirement. At Loomis, Thelma taught most grades at the elementary grade level and also served as SEA building rep.

Mrs. Ruffin is a member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church and is active on the Caring Hands Ministry and the Women of Praise and Prayer Ministry. They have made donations to Good Neighbors Mission and volunteer with the Hunger Solution to feed less fortunate citizens in Saginaw.

She is an active member of The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc., a professional sorority of educators, where she has served

as president at the local level and as membership chairperson statewide and has been awarded soror of the year honors. Since the late 70’s, Thelma has served as one of the advisors for the sorority’s youth group, the Gamma Kappa Xinos. Helping young ladies is one of her most rewarding activities. These young ladies volunteer and do community service and educational projects, as well as cultural activities under the direction of the advisors.

Thelma also loves the arts. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Pit and Balcony Theatre. There, she worked on sets and productions at the theatre. Currently she is a commissioner on the Board of Directors at the Andersen Saginaw Arts and Enrichment Center.

An additional commitment is to the life membership with the NAACP. Mrs. Ruffin is a member of the Executive Committee and as a member, she works on the Health committee, which deals with the health concerns of Saginaw’s community. She is also a member of the School-Based Health Delivery committee (CAC) Community Advisory Council. This council deals with school based clinics at Arthur Hill and Saginaw High and focuses on health related problems of students.

(cont. pg. 25)

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The Membership of UAW REGION 1D,

Gerald Kariem, Director, and Steve Dawes, Assistant Director, Congratulate Thelma Ruffin and

Stephanie Granberry, 2015 Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter Honorees

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Thelma enjoys going to the Ricker Delta College Center and being a part of the senior sewing group. The seniors learn to sew, make quilts, take trips and do community service projects such as donating throw blankets to the Vets at Lutz Veteran Hospital and donations of clothing for children in Haiti. She loves traveling, especially cruises and going to theatre with friends. Thelma Ruffin is the wife of the late Dr. Roosevelt Ruffin and is the mother of Karyn and Alan Ruffin. Thelma enjoys going to the Ricker

Delta College Center and being a part of the senior sewing group. The seniors learn to sew, make quilts, take trips and do community service projects such as donating throw blankets to the Vets at Lutz Veteran Hospital and donations of clothing for children in Haiti. She loves traveling, especially cruises and going to theatre with friends. Thelma Ruffin is the wife of the late Dr. Roosevelt Ruffin and is the mother of Karyn and Alan Ruffin.

B I O G R A P H Y C O N T I N U E D

Saginaw High School Trojans Congratulation

Jalen Parham, Jatimah Perkins, Aniya Taylor “Trojan Pride Is Forever”

Saginaw High School

3100 Webber St. Saginaw, MI 48601 Phone: (989) 399-6000

Fax: (989) 399-6015

Saginaw High Administrative Staff Ramont M. Roberts, Ph.D., Principal Donald Durrett, Campus Director

Saginaw Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kelley A. Peatross, Ph.D. Board of Education President Alexis S. Thomas, Vice President Tamara McRae, Secretary Ruth Ann Knapp, Treasruer Rudy Patterson, Trustee Mattie L. Thompson, Trustee Herbet Herd, Trustee Barb Kopka, Trustee

Woman of the YearF I N E R W O M A N H O O D H O N O R E E S

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Organization of the YearF I N E R W O M A N H O O D H O N O R E E S

S A G I N A W C O U N T Y C . A . C .H I S T O RY O F C O M M U N I T Y A C T I O N A G E N C I E S

S A G I N AW C O U N T Y C O M M U N I T Y A C T I O N A G E N C Y

On August 20, 1964, President Lyndon Johnson signed the Economic Opportunity Act (EOA) establishing the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) in the Executive Office of the President. The programs launched by OEO ranged from Head Start and Job Corps to Senior Opportunities and Services (SOS), Legal Services and Community Economic Development. All had the same goal to help the poor break the cycle of poverty and advance to a fuller, more productive life.

Community Action Agencies help the poor in the areas of self-sufficiency, employment, housing, education, management, information, and referral. Over half

the nation’s Head Start programs are administered by CAA’s, and most CAA’s are heavily involved with Weatherization and Section 8 Rental Assistance Programs.

CAA’s are a primary source of support for more than 38 million Americans living in poverty. For the estimated 12 million Americans below the poverty line, who do not receive welfare benefits - the working poor, intact families and childless adults – CAA’s are their chief source of assistance. There are many rural areas and sections of urban American where the CAA is the only group able and willing to reach out to the poor.

Saginaw County Community Action Agency, Inc. is a community action agency that provides programming to the low income and the elderly population of Saginaw County. It is one of 30 community action agencies serving the State of Michigan and part of a network of over 1000 community action agencies serving the entire nation. This network affords the Saginaw Community Action Agency access to a supportive network of community action problem solvers.

Saginaw Community Action Committee has a number of well established programs in the community which include its Gardening Program, Information and Referrals, Minority Senior Outreach and Advocacy, Neighborhood Environmental Code Enforcement, Emergency Services/Housing, Food and Nutrition Services, Minor Home Repairs and Weatherization Programs to name a few.

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What We’ve Been Up ToZ E T A O M E G A Z E T A

Z O Z A R C H O N E T T E I N D U C T I O N C E R E M O N Y

Z E T A A M I C A E P R O G R A M

Z O Z & Z O Z A R C H O N E T T E Z - H O P E P R O J E C T

Z O Z H O L I D A Y C E L E B R A T I O N

Z O Z P E A R L E T T E C L U B M E E T I N G

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Z O Z H O L I D A Y C E L E B R A T I O N

M S O S T A T E D I R E C T O R , Z O Z A R C H O N E T T E S & C M U W I S H M E N T O R I N G P R O G R A M E V E N T

Z O Z A T S I G M A K A P P A S T E P S H O W

Z O Z P E A R L E T T E C L U B M E E T I N G

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Zeta AmicaeThe Amicae are women, who for various reasons, have not joined a Greek-letter organization. These woman learn and grow in the spirit of sisterly love and friendship. Zeta Amicae participate in

community service within their respective communities and are located and sponsored in areas where there are active chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

The Mission of the Youth Clubs of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is to provide a carefully designed program of activities that will enhance youth club members through mind, body, and spirit as they work within their various communitities to help others.

Pearlette ClubThe Pearlettes are young ladies (ages 4-8) who are willing to strive for the high ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. As a Pearlette, you can expect your child to participate in some of our youth-oriented Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel) programs, educational

activities and community service initiatives. Zetas have proven ways to introduce children to service by making holiday cards, packaging food

boxes at food pantries, making blankets, collecting canned goods during the holiday seasons, and working with a host organizations and agencies in order to serve the community and illiustrate the fact that service knows no age limit.

Amicette ClubThe Amicettes are girls (ages 9-13) who are able to demonstrate a potential for leadership and are willing to work as a part of a group. These young ladies strive towards the high ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. through academic and personal development, as well as

community service. Amicettes will have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills, broaden their horizons, and strengthen their social and

cultural awareness through programs.

Archonette ClubThe Archonette Club is designed to help young ladies (ages 14-18) grow culturally, socially, and educationally. Young ladies in the Archonette Club will have the opportunity to participate in programs and activities that help them learn to make responsible decisions, create happiness for

others, develop new interests, and develop self confidence. This program was created to help youth mature their unique personalities, build their

leadership skills, and develop relationships with other young ladies. The Archonettes demonstrate an interest in the high ideals of scholarship, sisterly love, and service.

Auxiliary GroupsZ E T A P H I B E T A S O R O R I T Y , I N C .

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2015 RecipientsF R E D D Y E C . M U R P H Y M E M O R I A L S C H O L A R S H I P

Alexandra AnaeleHerbert H. Dow High SchoolCentral Michigan University

Jalen ParhamSaginaw High SchoolWayne State University

Jatimah PerkinsSaginaw High SchoolTennessee State University

Alexander RetelleCentral High SchoolDelta College

Aniya TaylorSaginaw High SchoolCentral Michigan University

Pre-Medicine

Pre-Dentistry

Nursing

Finance & Economics

Pre-Medicine (Dermatology)

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Chapter MembersZ E T A O M E G A Z E T A

Elizabeth BakerShuntai BeaugardShanique Broom

Erika BrownDwan BryantMaggie Faulk

Ayana FordhamVeronica Frierson

Stephanie GranberryColleen Green

Traci Guinn Buckley

Danielle HarrisAnn Holmon

Crystal HutsonMary Jackson

Amber JohnsonRuth Kemper

Chennele LasterbeyAudrey McKandes

Wilmer McZeeEmma MorrisonShirley NuckollsCeleste Quiney

Annye RobertsBobby Ann Robinson

Evelyn SangsterAutumn Scherzer

Teresa StittEleanor TaylorKamaria TaylorLillie ThomasMarie TolliverLavarne White

Tamika Williams

Congratulations Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter Saginaw, MI Finer Womanhood Celebration

The Michigan Banner family would like to thank our readers, advertisers, sponsors, and all those who continually support the vision of positive news while empowering communities and changing lives. The vision would be impossible without each one of you. We are excited about the future as we continue to work within our communities, and communicate with our national readership via www.themichiganbanner.com. There were many highlights in 2014, including our continuing program of positive media for the youth. Through the Michigan Banner positive

media program, and the Michigan Banner Outreach, the youth from around the community have an opportunity to express their dreams and visions through all forms of media for their peers and our reading audience.

Once again, Congratulations Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. as you continue to support the community and enrich the futures of our youth.

Congratulations Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter Saginaw, MI Finer Womanhood Celebration

The Michigan Banner family would like to thank our readers, advertisers, sponsors, and all those who continually support the vision of positive news while empowering communities and changing lives. The vision would be impossible without each one of you. We are excited about the future as we continue to work within our communities, and communicate with our national readership via www.themichiganbanner.com. There were many highlights in 2014, including our continuing program of positive media for the youth. Through the Michigan Banner positive

media program, and the Michigan Banner Outreach, the youth from around the community have an opportunity to express their dreams and visions through all forms of media for their peers and our reading audience.

Once again, Congratulations Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. as you continue to support the community and enrich the futures of our youth.

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Congratulations to our MOMErika Brown

and to the Zeta Omega Zeta ChapterLove Kristopher, Kamiron, and Kendall

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Congratulations to Annye P. Roberts, Eleanor Taylor, Lillie Thomas,and Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter on your Finer Womanhood Program

Saginaw Alabama Reunion Club

Saginaw, Michigan

Annie McMillan, Correspondence Secretary

Tommie Allen, PresidentDaniel Houston, Vice President

Teresa Ivey, SecretaryWillie Underwood, Treasurer

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1st row-Andrea Shacks, Lillian Jones Thomas, Thelma Ruffin; 2nd row-Elizabeth Coleman, Yvette Wofford, Carolyn Currie, Olivia Williams; 3rd row-Mary Currie, Ruth Kemper, Archia Jackson, Alena Neal, Meshal Ahmad, Glenda Vaughn Missing– Oena McCray, Wilmer McZee, Gloria Wilson, Meatha Winbush

Congratulations to Thelma L. Ruffin

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.

Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter’s

Woman of the Year, 2015

We Wish you the Best, Sister!

Dr. Lillian Jones Thomas, President Ms. Olivia Williams, Executive Advisor

National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Gamma Kappa Chapter

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Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter

Congratulationson your

Woman of the YearThelma Ruffins

Buena Vista Lions ClubLeonard Williams,

President

Brown VernonAmerican Legion Post 312

Serving America Since 1919

Commander Lee Faulk777-9680

CONGRATS Mrs. Stephanie

Granberry for being honored as 2015 Zeta of the YearYou are truly an exceptional

woman whose leadership qualities were not the result of verbal characteristics but set by example of hard work andcommitment to excellence.

You are the definition of Finer Womanhood.

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Congratulations to

Stephanie Granberryon your accomplishments.

We are proud of you!

Greg & Jovan

Congratulations

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CongratulationsStephanie Granberry

Zeta of the Year

To our cousin, we are proud of you. Your smile says it all.This your day, please enjoy

May you always shineThe Jordan Family

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Congratulations Stephanie

GranberryOn your award as

Zeta of the Year 2015. We are proud of you!

From your Uncle and AuntMr. & Mrs. David Adams

& Family

Congratulations Stephanie Granberry

2015 Zeta of the YearWe are proud of you

Uncle Carl and Aunt Lavion Williams

To a Phenomenal

WomanCongratulations

Stephanie Granberry

2015 Zeta of the Year

Aunt Sylvia Reed andCousin Jilette Perkins

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Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Zeta Nu Zeta ChapterServing Inkster,Michigan Since 1964

Lynese Thomas, President

Congratulations & Best Wishes

Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter for a successful Finer Womanhood Event

Congratulations to the2015 Woman of the Year

&2015 Zeta of the Year

Teresa Stitt

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Congratulations

Zeta Omega Zeta Chapter on a successful Finer Womanhood Celebration

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Beta Omicron Zeta Chapter

Detroit, Michigan PO BOX 351462, DETROIT, MI 48235 ! HTTP://DETROITZETAS.ORG

Taniqua Carter-Brown,

President

Takeya Haugabook, 1st Vice President

Eboni Turnbow, 2nd Vice President

Rhonda Calloway, 3rd Vice President

Elizabeth Ford Corresponding

Secretary

Toniya King, Recording Secretary

Cynitra Oliver, Financial Secretary

Daisy Davis, Treasurer

Chaundra Randle, Parliamentarian

Janet Banks-McElrath,

Public Relations

Theresa Thompson, Historian

Susan Lowe, Member-At-Large

CongratulationsMrs. Maggie Faulkand the women of

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, IncorporatedZeta Omega Zeta Chapter

Saginaw, Michigan

on your2015 Finer Womanhood Luncheon & Celebration

April 11, 2015

Dr. Odail Thorns

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Dr. Marie Wright Tolliver

WE THE MEMBERS OF THE DR. MARIE WRIGHT TOLLIVER CULTURAL & CIVIC

CLUB OF SAGINAW, MI, EXTEND OUR CONGRATULATIONS TO THE

PRESIDENT, ERIKA BROWN & MEMBERS OF ZETA OMEGA ZETA CHAPTER OF SAGINAW, ON YOUR

FINER WOMANHOOD LUNCHEON & CELEBRATION.

GUEST SPEAKER, MS. JASMIN ALEXANDER,

MISS BLACK AMERICA 2014, WE WELCOME YOU TO SAGINAW, MI.

The Dr. Marie Wright Tolliver Cultural & Civic Club of Saginaw, MI

Mrs. Gwen Chambers, President

B O O K D E S I G N E D B Y : K A M A R I A T A Y L O R

F I N D U S O N F A C E B O O K , T W I T T E R O R V I S I T W W W . S A G I N A W Z E T A S . C O M

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.Zeta Gamma Sigma Chapter of Saginaw, MI

Proudly congratulates the Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.and all 2015 Finer Womanhood honorees

Top Row: Rodrick Richardson, Shawn Wilson, Clenton McDaniel, James LivingstonBottom Row: Perry Holmon, Roy Sims, Terry Clark, Antonio Riggs