Zeta Amicae of Slidell chartering ceremony

As early as 1940, graduate chapters of Zeta Phi Beta began to realize the importance of the prestige, good will and cooperation of women who, for various reasons, were not members of any Greek-letter organization. During this time, a group of women organized to assist Zeta Phi Beta Sorority members in whatever capacity they were needed. They chose the Latin name Amicae (Friend) for their auxiliary. Under the administration of International Grand Basileus Lullelia Harrison, the first chartered Amicae group was given to Lambda Zeta of Houston, Texas.

Today these auxiliaries have rendered invaluable services to the Sorority and their communities. They are located in areas wherever there are active graduate chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.  The Amicae colors are Sky Blue and Royal Blue.  The Amicae flower is the white carnation.

Before the chartering of the Zeta Amicae of Slidell, dedicated women who were not members of Tau Kappa Zeta Graduate Chapter volunteered tirelessly to help serve the community.

Many of the women were relatives and friends who wanted to uphold the principles of Zeta and wanted to continue its legacy of service.

The Zeta Amicae of Slidell are involved with the following endeavors:

• Z-Pack It Up-School Supply Giveaway

• Free Annual seminar celebrating Finer Womanhood

• Scholarship Fundraisers

• Zeta Amicae of Slidell Scholarships

• Regional and National Conferences

The Zeta Amicae of Slidell have been instrumental in the continued success of Tau Kappa Zeta Graduate Chapter and always looking for dedicated women to share their cause and their .

Current members:  Zeta Amicae of Slidell

(l-r) Elizabeth Cousin, Clara Gines, Alta Mae Kirsh, Barbara Trask,

Deidre Milsap. (Not pictured:  Linda Holmes)

For more information about Zeta Amicae of Slidell

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