Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded January 16, 1920, at Howard University, Washington, D.C. The local chapter was organized on December 17, 1927 as Rho, an undergraduate chapter. The Rho Chapter was re-organized as a graduate chapter on November 30, 1944. The chapter name was then changed to Beta Theta Zeta.

Since its beginning, Beta Theta Zeta members have provided sponsorship to two collegiate chapters: Zeta Gamma (Norfolk State University) chartered on December 1, 1962 and Rho Nu (Old Dominion University) chartered on November 15, 1987. The chapter has also sponsored five auxiliaries: the Norfolk Amicae (1957), the Norfolk Zeta Archonettes (1995), the Norfolk Zeta Amicettes (1996/2005), the Norfolk Zeta Pearlettes (2005/2015), and the Zeta Male Network (2024).

Chapter members consist of women from various career fields including education, health care, legal and military. Our very own Triumphant Soror, the Honorable Yvonne Miller, was a member of the Virginia State Senate.

The Beta Theta Zeta Chapter continues to propel the legacy upon which this sisterhood was founded through its regular coordination of, participation in and support of community programs.

Beta Theta Zeta Mission

To positively impact communities in the Norfolk, Virginia area by upholding our commitment to the principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood.

Beta Theta Zeta Vision

ENGAGE Each Other to IMPACT Another for a FINER FUTURE.

Beta Theta Zeta 80th Chapter Charter Anniversary

Casino Royale Gala in partnership with Sapphire and Pearls Foundation

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