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Zeta Psi
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Founded	December 4, 1993 (1993-12-04) (30 years ago)
College	Wake Forest University
Location	Winston Salem, NC
Homepage	Zeta Psi Homepage
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Wake Forest University, established 1834

Zeta Psi founded December 4, 1993

914 initiates (as of 2011)

Some of Zeta Psi’s Outstanding Alumnae: (Add alumna names as chapter members are recognized.)

Fraternity Council

Alumnae Achievement Award Recipients

Fraternity Loyalty Award

Founding:

Located on 320 wooded acres in Winston-Salem, N.C., Wake Forest is a private, liberal arts university with an enrollment of approximately 5,600 in 1993 and more than 150 years of academic integrity and spiritual heritage. Proud of its Baptist beginnings, the university is sensitive to the personal development of all students of all beliefs. Responsive to the needs of its students, the university's admissions policy is "need blind." Students are admitted based on their ability, and financial aid is awarded to commensurate with each student's need.

Promoting excellence both in the classroom and in the sports arena, Wake Forest is continually placed among the top ranked universities in the country. Strong academic programs and superior graduate departments attract students from all over the world. The university’s curriculum emphasizes literature, the arts, the natural sciences and mathematics, history, religion, philosophy, the social sciences, physical education, foreign language, and health and sports science.

The S.O.P.H. Society was established on October 10, 1956. S.O.P.H society was founded by five undergraduate women. The University did not officially recognize it until 1964. In 1993, the organization sought national affiliation to enhance the character of the society and ensure a successful future. The group ideals include honor, loyalty, and integrity and it has a heritage spanning exactly 37 years of scholarship, fellowship and philanthropic services. The society's colors were light blue and white.

Wake Forest University became the home of the Zeta Psi chapter when 77 charter members and five alumna members of the S.O.P.H. society chose international affiliation and pledged Kappa Kappa Gamma on October 11, 1993. Actives from the University of Richmond and the University of North Carolina joined area alumnae in welcoming the members of this new colony. Installation of the Fraternity's 123rd active chapter was held December 4th. The chapter joined Delta Gamma, Kappa Alpha Theta, Kappa Delta, Pi Beta Phi and Chi Omega chapters on the campus.

Highlights of the 1990s:

In 1995, Zeta Psi was second on campus in overall scholarship. Zeta Psi’s formal, Out of the Blue, was held at Tanglewood Park. The first annual Kappa Kaddies golf tournament was held which raised over $2300 for Wake Forest’s main philanthropy, the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Zeta Psi looked to improve scholarship by recognizing special accomplishments each week at chapter meetings. The chapter goal of 1995 was philanthropy.

Zeta Psi’s formal, Out of the Blue, was held at a local arts center. The second annual Kappa Kaddies golf tournament raised $5000 for Wake Forest’s main philanthropy, the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Zeta Psi was recognized by the University for raising the most money of any Greek organization. The chapter goal of 1996 was sisterhood. Zeta Psi participated in many activities to promote sisterhood such as: bowling, roller-skating, rock climbing, ice skating, and playing pool.

After initiation, there was a banquet held on the Magnolia Patio for the sisters. During rush, there was an event at Discovery Zone. A banquet to honor seniors was held where breakfast was served and the sisters were given a chance to offer a parting statement to the sisterhood. Cookouts were held on the patio and gatherings were held in the Reynolda Gardens on sunny days. Zeta Psi had eight members of student government, one member of the University Orchestra, four presidential scholars, four members of the Harbinger Corps, and two members of the Old Gold and Black.

Zeta Psi ranked third overall academically among Greek women’s groups on campus in 1997. Zeta Psi’s formal, Out of the Blue, was held at the Twin City Club in downtown Winston-Salem, NC. Zeta Psi held its semi-formal, Rose and Candle at the Millennium Center. Other social events included a Mystery Date. The third annual Kappa Kaddies golf tournament raised over $5000 for Wake Forest’s main philanthropy, the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Once again, Zeta Psi was recognized by the University for raising the most money of any Greek organization. Zeta Psi was the Derby Days champion.

Ritual was the chapter goal for 1997. Zeta Psi attempted to underscore its connection with every other Kappa chapter in the United States. Zeta Psi’s Marshall held various workshops throughout the year focusing on ritual, its meaning and history. Zeta Psi sisters participated in games and reenactments. Zeta Psi had one Greek Women’s Scholar, five hospital volunteers, two members of the pre-med honor society, and two members of the Judicial Board.

Zeta Psi’s cumulative GPA in 1998 was 3.285. Kappa Kaddies golf tournament raised over $5000 for Wake Forest’s main philanthropy, the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Once again, Zeta Psi was recognized by the University for raising the most money of any Greek organization. Social event included: Out of the Blue (formal), Rose and Candle (semi-formal), Monmouth Duo party, co-sponsored with Pi Beta Phi who were also founded at Monmouth, and a Mystery Day. Zeta Psi was a runner-up in the Derby Days competition. Ritual was the chapter goal. Zeta Psi had 114 members on the Dean’s List, one member of the varsity cross country/track team, a member of the National Pistol Shooting Team, four Peer Health Educators, and one Resident Adviser.

In 1999, Zeta Psi won most improved in scholarship standings among all Greek women’s groups. Kappa Kaddies golf tournament raised nearly $4000 for Wake Forest’s main philanthropy, the Brian Piccolo Cancer Fund. Zeta Psi were Derby Days champions. Social events included formal, Out of the Blue and semi-formal, Rose and Candle, Monmouth Duo Party, a Halloween Party with Kappa Sigma fraternity, and a crush party.

Sisterhood was the chapter goal. Zeta Psi planned an abundance of special activities to promote spirit and sisterhood including bowling, dinner after chapter, and lounge get-togethers. There was a banquet on the Magnolia Patio after initiation and a senior banquet. Each class plans one sisterhood event throughout the year. Zeta Psi had one member of the Honor and Ethics Counsel, four members of the Golden Key National Honors Society, seven members of club sports, seven members of the Volunteer Service corps, two members of the dance team, and four members of student government.

Philanthropy:

1995: Adopt-a-Highway, Kappa Kaddies, joint school supply drive “Students Helping Students” with Alpha Kappa Alpha; 1996: Adopt-a-Highway, Kappa Kaddies, Easter egg hunt with children from the local community, Project Pumpkin booth; 1997: Kappa Kaddies, Easter egg hunt with children from the local community, Project Pumpkin booth; 1998: Kappa Kaddies, Easter egg hunt with children from the local community, Project Pumpkin, “Adopt a Grandparent” at the Brookridge Retirement Home; 1999: Kappa Kaddies, adopt a grandmother, Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show, Project Pumpkin; Events:Mai Tai Mystery Date and Rose and Candle Semi-Formal

Highlights of 2000-2010:

In 2000, Zeta Psis participated in a variety of events sponsored by Wake Forest and the surrounding community. These events included a traditional Chinese New Year celebration which consisted of performances, games, and food and traditional Moravian festivities at Old Salem, the Moravian founding community of the present day city of Winston-Salem.

September 11, 2001

Members of Zeta Psi participated in a campus-wide memorial service held in honor of the victims of September 11th. Wake Forest Volunteer Service Corps, in conjunction with the Student Government, immediately launched a university relief effort which included a Red Cross-sponsored blood drive and campus-wide fundraising. A Zeta Psi was chairwoman of the Volunteer Service Corps at the time and played a large role in the fundraising effort which raised more than $10,000.

During the spring 2004 semester, Zeta Psi earned the top GPA for all sororities on Wake’s campus with an average of a 3.347 GPA among its members. Zeta Psi placed second for the amount of money raised during Hit the Bricks, the all-Greek Brian Piccolo fundraiser in the fall of 2004. Zeta Psi has also began a new philanthropy event, Planting for Piccolo, to support the Brian Piccolo cancer fund at Wake Forest University. Along with Sigma Pi fraternity, Zeta Psi sold and planted tulip bulbs as a living memorial to Brian Piccolo. Zeta Psi plans on continuing to work with Sigma Pi in the preservation of this garden. In community service, one of Zeta Psi’s members began a tutoring project with one of the local low-income elementary schools which has now expanded into a steady effort among many of Zeta Psi’s members. Lastly, Zeta Psi’s former Chapter Council adviser was named Outstanding Adviser and a senior Zeta Psi was named Greek Woman of the Year by Wake’s Panhellenic Council.

Zeta Psi chapter has 184 active members. As of January 10, 2005, Zeta Psi added its newest pledge class of 47 girls. Zeta Psi members come from all different parts of the country and participate in a variety of activities including varsity sports, tutoring, volunteering, and academic research.

This year Zeta Psi's philanthropy committee instituted a new fundraiser for RIF during the fall of 2005. Zeta Psi partnered with the Princeton Review to offer a Practice MCAT and LSAT, and all of the money collected went straight to RIF. As a chapter, Zeta Psi participated in the "Hit the Bricks" activity in the fall to benefit the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund. Zeta Psi was able to compete well and donate a significant amount of money to this cause which is so dear to the hearts of all at Wake Forest. Finally, in the spring of 2005, Zeta Psi worked at Diggs Elementary School in their after school program as tutors.

The chapter began the process of evaluating that experience and implementing more volunteer activities in the community as a group, while also recognizing individual Kappas who serve this community so well. Additionally, serving Wake Forest Greek life, member and former Zeta Psi Panhellenic chairman is currently President of the Panhellenic Council for the university. Lastly, this past year Zeta Psi increased bus attendance to Zeta Psi social events from 84% in February 2005 to 97% in November 2005.

Zeta Psi had a very successful and meaningful year in 2006. Zeta Psi was honored with the Academic Excellence Award at the 2006 Convention during the summer and additionally was recognized with four honorable mention awards.

On Wake’s campus, Zeta Psi was very active in philanthropic events including “Hit the Bricks” to benefit the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund, and DESK to decorate and donate school desks to children in need. In addition to participating in these campus wide events, Zeta Psi showed great initiative and desire to help the community by organizing an Easter egg hunt for children of the Wake Forest faculty.

As a chapter, Zeta Psi also took part in a school supply drive and sent a great deal of essential items to the classroom of a Zeta Psi alumna who is currently working for Teach for America in Philadelphia. Additionally, a junior Zeta Psi brought the national organization "Queen for a Day" to the chapter and organized a special day for young girls in the cancer ward of the local children's hospital. A Senior Zeta Psi was honored with a Panhellenic Leadership Award, and another Senior Zeta Psi organized the first annual "Wake N'Shake" dance marathon which raised a great deal of money for the Brian Piccolo Research Fund. Zeta Psi is extremely proud of her for her involvement in this event and the chapter showed its support by dancing in the marathon in high numbers. Finally, Zeta Psi’s Kappa intramural soccer team was crowned champions of this past season.

It was a productive and meaningful 2007 year for the chapter as our members participated in a wide variety of activities both on and off campus. Zeta Psi’s President was honored by receiving the esteemed Greek woman of the year award for 2007. Several members of our chapter completed service projects outside the country to help those less fortunate. A Senior and a Junior Zeta Psi traveled to India this winter to aid many impoverished communities, while another senior and junior pair traveled to Russia this past summer to teach at an orphanage in need.

On campus, a senior Zeta Psi brought the organization "Queen for a Day" to the chapter where she and many of the members treated the little girls in the cancer ward of the local children's hospital to a day fit for a princess. Zeta Psi also participated in other philanthropic events such as "Hit the Bricks" to benefit the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund, and DESK, a program which decorates desks and donates school supplies for children in need. Recent Zeta Psi graduate contributed to the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund by starting the first ever dance marathon at Wake Forest called "Wake and Shake" a few years ago. Many other members of the chapter participated in planning and running this event in support of their sister as well as cancer research.

As a chapter, Zeta Psi also put on the annual Kappa Easter egg hunt for the children of the Wake Forest faculty and staff. Aside from Zeta Psi’s philanthropy, the chapter is also proud to have members involved in athletics and the arts like a senior who is member of the Wake Forest women's soccer team and another senior who participates in Wake's all female a capella group, the Demon Divas. Zeta Psi was very proud of its members and their accomplishments in 2007 and plans to carry on this success in 2008.

Zeta Psi chapter consisted of 161 total active members and will soon welcome 37 more this February. Zeta Psi’s members are well rounded individuals who come from all different areas of the country. Members of Zeta Psi are involved in campus and community activities such as varsity sports, clubs, student government, volunteering, and the arts.

In 2008 the members participated in a wide variety of activities both on and off campus. Three Zeta Psi members represented the chapter at the Kappa Convention in Arizona, while a sophomore Zeta Psi went to the Kappa Leadership Academy. Several members of Zeta Psi completed service projects outside the country to help those less fortunate. One Zeta Psi traveled to Belize this winter to aid many impoverished communities, while two juniors went to Brazil on a service trip to build a school for local children.

On campus, a senior Zeta Psi continued the tradition of "Queen for a Day" with the chapter, where she and many of our other members treated the little girls in the cancer ward of the local children's hospital to a day fit for a princess. Zeta Psi also participated in other philanthropic events such as "Hit the Bricks" to benefit the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund, and DESK, a program which decorates desks and donates school supplies for children in need. A recent Zeta Psi graduate contributed to the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund by starting the first ever dance marathon at Wake Forest called "Wake and Shake" a few years ago.

Kappa members continued to have a strong representation last spring with planning and running the event in support of Jillian as well as cancer research. As a chapter, Zeta Psi also put on the annual Kappa Easter egg hunt for the children of the Wake Forest faculty and staff. Aside from philanthropy, Zeta Psi was also proud to have members involved in athletics and the arts like the junior Zeta Psi who was the captain of the varsity women's golf team and the sophomore Zeta Psi who was a member of Wake Forest's dance team. Zeta Psi was very proud of its members and their accomplishments in 2008 and plans to carry on this success in 2009.

2009 was a very productive and successful year for the chapter as the members participated in a wide variety of activities both on and off campus. A sophomore attended the Kappa Leadership Academy this fall.

The Philanthropy chair successfully added a new philanthropic event to the Zeta Psi chapter; "Kappa Kisses" an on campus valentine fundraiser for RIF. Also "Kappa Kaddies," the annual golf fundraiser, was a great success. Parents and Zeta Psi members enjoyed a round of golf at the local Tanglewood course. On campus, a senior Zeta Psi continued the tradition of "Queen for a Day" with the chapter, where she and many of the other members treated little girls in the cancer ward of the local children's hospital to a day fit for a princess. Zeta Psi chapter also participated in other philanthropic events such as "Hit the Bricks" to benefit the Brian Piccolo Cancer Research Fund, and DESK, a program which decorates and donates school supplies for children in need.

In addition to philanthropy, Zeta Psi was also proud to have members involved in athletics and arts like the senior Zeta Psi who is the captain of the varsity golf team and the junior who is member of the Wake Forest cheerleading squad and the senior Zeta Psi who is a member of the Wake Forest dance team. Zeta Psi had two members with a 4.0 GPA and had a chapter GPA at or above the all-sorority average. Zeta Psi was very proud of its members and their accomplishments in 2009 and plans to carry on this success in 2010.

In 2010, the members participated in a wide variety of activities on and off campus. The Chapter received the Gold Standards of Excellence Award from Wake and the President received Senior of the Year. A sophomore attended the Leadership Academy and another sophomore Zeta Psi represented Zeta Psi at Convention in Arizona.

Last year Zeta Psi was involved in many philanthropic events. In February, Zeta Psi had the annul Kappa Kisses philanthropy event where it sold candy grams and the proceeds went to Reading is Fundamental. Many of the girls in the chapter participated in Wake N' Shake, 12 hour dance marathon and three girls from the chapter were on the entertainment committee. Finally, in the spring Zeta Psi organized its annual Easter Egg Hunt for faculty children.

This fall Zeta Psi had the first Kappa Takes the Kourt philanthropy event where all of the proceeds went to Susan G. Komen. Zeta Psi also had girls participate in the Delta Zeta Dodgeball event and Lambda Chi Watermelon Bash. Zeta Psi also had several girls involved in the Breast Cancer Fashion Show run by Panhellenic. Zeta Psi were very proud to come in second place out of all Greek organizations in “Hit the Bricks,” a campus wide event raising money for Brian Piccolo. Zeta Psi also has members involved in athletics and the arts like a sophomore Zeta Psi who is a member of Wake Forest's cheerleading squad, a junior who is on the track and field team and two juniors who are very involved in studio art. Zeta Psi is very proud of the members and their accomplishments in 2010 and plans to carry on this success in 2011.

Archives:

The archives consist of various scrapbooks and memorabilia from years past. A few years ago, we began compiling a book of "People Pages," in which each member creates a page about herself. These pages include pictures, favorite Kappa memories, and meaningful quotes. The pages have been put into a notebook for the members, especially the new members, to browse. Pages of girls who have graduated are kept in the book, and it is also updated every year with pages from the new girls. This is something we thought would be a great way to preserve the chapter's history and memories of the outstanding women.

Chapter Convention Awards:

At the KKG Biennial Convention (2004), Zeta Psi received Honorable Mention for its Outstanding Treasury work.

Highlights of 2011-2019 From chapter’s History Report: Scholarship, group honors/awards, traditions, special events, changes on campus or within chapter, overall nature of the chapter, chapter goals, challenges and how they were overcome, etc.:

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Highlights of 2020s: From chapter’s History Report: Scholarship, group honors/awards, traditions, special events, changes on campus or within chapter, overall nature of the chapter, chapter goals, challenges and how they were overcome, etc.:

Housing:

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Convention Awards

Note to Chapter Registrar: Please refer to your chapter archives including chapter meeting minutes and back issues of The Key to fill in any gaps in the above historical highlights. If your chapter archives are not complete, please research your university library, campus newspaper and yearbook archives for newsworthy information about your chapter. Please double check your work for accuracy. Contact chapter Advisory or House Board members, local Alumnae Association members, or your Province Director of Chapters for assistance.

Your efforts will ensure a complete and accurate history of your chapter for future generations to enjoy!